The simplicity of a desert wedding will charm you in unexplainable ways. Full of amazing scenery, rustic tones, and endless views, a desert wedding is something you should go for if you are looking for an intimate yet opulent experience.
Especially, the Arabian desert- the combination of the colorful Arabian culture and the purity and simplicity of a destination elopement can only be found in Middle-Eastern countries. Full of captivating flora and wilderness, the largest desert in Asia stretches from Yemen to the Persian Gulf and Oman to Jordan and Iraq. No wonder couples around the globe get inspired to have a desert elopement for their special day.
So fans of rustic tones, epic skylines, and infinite landscapes, if you love the idea of getting married surrounded by red rocks, plateaus, cacti, and sand dunes, here are 5 countries you should head to!
Qatar
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The Qatari desert offers some of the planet’s most surreal and splendid scenery – a land of wide-open beauty, shaped by the steady forces of wind and sun. The country offers a blend of tradition and modernity that’s difficult to find elsewhere in the world. It’s also a place of solitude, where a slow camel ride across time-worn tracks connects remote campsites to settlements that seem to blend into their surroundings. The pictures during the golden hours will be magical,
Qatar is home to an eclectic mix of museums, architecture and hidden historic sites. Throw in stretches of arid desert, a long Persian Gulf shoreline packed full of private, peaceful beaches, plus a little dune bashing, and you have the recipe for your own Qatar adventure.
United Arab Emirates
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Located in the United Arab Emirates, the Arabian desert is uniquely situated to provide wild, gorgeous, desert expanses with nearby luxury convenience. Dubai is known for its luxury and ultramodern architecture, but only an hour away from the bustling city center lies the majestic red sand desert with its golden dunes and the rugged hills in the distance.
Morocco
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Versatile and full of intrigue, Morocco perfectly lends itself to all manner of luxury elopement. From the ancient kasbahs of Skoura to the history of Zagora, there is plenty to discover. But there’s also an opportunity to disconnect as you head out into the untouched dunes of Erg Chigaga for a night in the desert with only the stars above you for company. Away from the crowds and embedded deep within Moroccan culture, it’s an adventure worth taking.
Saudi Arabia
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KSA has become home to many international couples. When it comes to choosing a wedding destination, opting for the bride’s or groom’s home country often gets the other part frustrated as all the traveling arrangements and expenses are going to land on one side only.
Egypt
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The pyramids of Egypt form a spectacular backdrop for your desert nuptials. Ancient Egypt attracts a lot of adventure-lovers to tie the knot in their wild desert. Imagine having your photos on Arabian horses with the jaw-dropping view of pyramids in the background. While some may assume that Egypt is a precarious destination these days, the celebration was filled with kite-surfing, snorkeling, bar hopping, and good tidings from the locals to the newlyweds and their guests.
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