Thanks to the advancement in technology, traveling has become a less arduous affair. Years ago, traveling to another country took up a handful of months if not years. It was also a very dangerous endeavour that discourages many to try travelling.
With the invention and continuous innovation on aeronautics, however, the world has never been smaller and more connected. Nowadays, people travel abroad for some mere rest and relaxation. Travelling has now become a common human experience that even the human tradition of weddings now have travel incorporated into them.
Scattered across the world are cities that have been dubbed as the best locations for a wedding destination. Here are some of the top wedding cities in the world that will provide you with your dream wedding.
Rome
Rome is considered one of the most enchanting cities in the world. Filled with grand churches, Rome is a historic place that will act as the best backdrop for your wedding. A wedding in Rome will also be quite a vacation for your guests. Here, you and your guests can wander through the Italian streets and step back into the past.
There are famous attractions that you can enjoy like the Coliseum, the Spanish Steps, and the Trevi fountain among many others. You will also be able to find places that date back to 2000 years ago. In its entirety, Rome stands as the middle ground between the Medieval Ages, the Renaissance, and the modern era.
Paris
Housing the city dubbed as the City of Love, France is one romantic wedding destination for you and your partner. Aside from its romantic atmosphere, France is also known for being a gastronomic adventure. French cuisine is a delectable affair that you can try out firsthand on your wedding day.
There are also many attractions to go to once the ceremony is finished. The Louvre, Notre Dame Chapel, the Palace of Versailles and the Eiffel Tower are just some of the world-class destinations that you and your partner can enjoy.
Santorini
Santorini is well-known for its breathtaking sunsets that overlook the Aegean Sea. This pretty island boasts of the ancient vineyards that greatly helped with the invention and of wine. Aside from the many wineries around Santorini, there are also volcanic beaches.
A Beach wedding is the most common type in Santorini. It has very much become common practice to celebrate a couple’s wedding on the differently coloured sand beaches of Santorini. There is the uniquely black sand beach that owes its color from the volcanic ashes.
Its traditional architecture and domed rooftops are also iconic which allows you and your guests to step back into the past. It is guaranteed that they will make for a colorful background for your wedding photos.
Bali
Gaining popularity as a world-class destination is an Indonesian island called Bali. Surrounded by volcanic mountains, gorgeous rice paddies, pristine beaches, and carefully preserved coral reefs. Hundreds of thousands of surfers also fly to Bali due to its world-class surfing spots. With perfect weather all-year-round, Bali is one location you definitely should not ignore.
If you and your partner want to have a wedding on a stunning beach, then Bali should be on top of your list. Some even choose to get married underwater while wearing scuba diving gear.
Aside from the water-based activities that Bali offers, the island is also home to many temples and churches that could host your wedding celebrations. More traditional couples opt for a church wedding and then switch to the beach reception right after for the revelries. With the amount of sun that you’ll receive in Bali, make sure that you wear the best sunscreen to protect your skin from sun damage.
Madrid
With perfect weather all-year-round, Madrid is a clear choice when it comes to wedding destinations. Madrid has carefully preserved gardens and provincial palaces that you can roam after the wedding ceremonies are over. It has been known that Madrid has amazing sceneries that are truly the stuff of dreams.
Tired of Madrid? Hop on a train to Barcelona which houses an astounding amount of stunning art and architecture. Art enthusiasts will also find it interesting that some of the works of Pablo Picasso, Antoni Gaudi, and Salvadore Dali, may also be found in Barcelona.
Cancun
Cancun is unrivalled when it comes to providing a place for rest and relaxation. With millions of tourists flocking in each year, there is no wonder that Cancun is a world-class destination.
A Cancun wedding will allow you and your guests to proverbially let their hair down as they lie on the sands and enjoy the sun. With a very relaxed atmosphere, Cancun can be the perfect destination for couples who want an escape from their everyday life. Because of its popularity as a tourist destination, there are many Cancun wedding destinations that already have packages available for you. Availing of a wedding package is a more efficient and hassle-free way of organizing your wedding.
Venice
Known as the City of Canals, Venice has been dubbed a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987. The city of Venice is composed of 118 islands and is connected by canals, bridges and palaces. It would be extremely challenging to not get enamoured by this dreamy Italian city which boasts of architecture rich in culture and history.
Perhaps one of the most romantic and unique ways of getting married can be done in Venice. Many couples have been known to tie the knot while on a gondola ride and sailing through the Venetian canals. If this is an affair that interests you, then Venice is definitely a clear choice for you.
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