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Destination Weddings in Sri Lanka

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Wondering where to tie the knot? Make the day extra special by throwing an exotic destination wedding on the tropical paradise that is Sri Lanka.

Image Credit: AVANI Bentota Resort & Spa

Why Sri Lanka?

This little pearl in the Indian Ocean is ideal for destination weddings. It’s got lovely beaches, warm weather, picture-perfect settings and a rich heritage, as well as a warm and friendly people who love welcoming foreigners. All this contributes to make it quite a convenient and exotic locale to tie the knot in.

Quirky Touches

If you’re going to have a destination wedding, you might as well incorporate unique elements of the local culture in it. Many a wedding hotel in Sri Lanka including the likes of AVANI Bentota Resort & Spa among others, offer packages that include exciting local touches be it an elephant or tuk-tuk rides!

Indoors or Outdoors?

The answer to this one should be obvious. If you’re going through the trouble of flying out to the island to have your perfect wedding, what’s the point of having it indoors? This tropical island offers a wide range of picturesque settings that are sure to make your special day unforgettable (many of which are by the welcoming waters of the Indian Ocean).

Some of the Best Spots

Beachside weddings are the most popular type of destination wedding held on the island. There are plenty of scenic locales to choose from for this event. Seaside towns like Bentota, Hikkaduwa, Galle and Mirissa are some of the popular options you can look at. If you’d rather have your wedding near the airport for the convenience of any guests who’ll be travelling just for this purpose, you can also consider coastal towns like Negombo.

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Honeymooning in Thailand

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Pristine beaches, tropical oceans, ancient temples and landscapes with spectacular views this is all that awaits you in Thailand. Visit here with your loved one for an unforgettable honeymoon experience.

Overview

Thailand is blessed with strikingly beautiful landscapes and some of the worlds beautiful destinations offer honeymooners the perfect setting for romance and to enjoy each other’s company. Thailand is a diverse country that features a distinctive and delectable cuisine and a myriad of enthralling activities to engage in for travellers, mainly for honeymooners.

The islands

Surrounded by turquoise Blue Ocean and pristine white sand beaches Thailand is home to a number of exclusive islands that offer you the best honeymoon experience you can ever have. The islands provide you with a private and relaxing atmosphere to spend a romantic and lovely time together. Some of the popular islands you can visit during your honeymoon are Koh Samui, Phi Phi islands, Hua Hin and Phuket.

The big city

Bangkok is the capital of Thailand packed with people, bustling traffic and skyscrapers. You should at least spend a day here on your honeymoon to witness the rush and burst of diversity. The city is home to a number of temples and attractions such as the grand palace, the floating market, Lumbini Park, China town and more. These places are worth visiting with your loved one for the unique travel experience. You can also visit a Bangkok spa resort for a couple spa treatment session the at likes of Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort.

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Things to remember

You are visiting the tropics so never forget to bring in things such as sunscreens, shades bug spray and other essentials. Planning is key for a happy Honeymoon and starts planning and preparing weeks in prior. Decide and book the places in advance before your arrival. Take only the necessary things with you don’t over pack. Remember that you are on a honeymoon, so keep aside all of your smart devices aside and rejoice in each other’s company.

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Romantic Side of Life in Maldives

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The Maldives is a place that is ideal to find perfect romance. The charming combination of the exquisite natural loveliness of the ocean and the breathtaking marvels of luxury that awaits at Maldives resorts is surely one that helps create the best of holiday experiences.

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Sunset Cruises

Famed for its exquisite beaches, there is no better place than the Maldives to enjoy the sight of a beautiful sunset with your partner. A sunset cruise provides the perfect chance for couples to embark on an intimate adventure; aboard anything from a luxury yacht to a traditional style “dhoni”, they can take to the sea to enjoy the spectacular “show” which paints the sky in fiery colours of crimson.

Romantic Spa Treatments

Back on dry land, there is much to look forward to as well. The country is famous for spa treatments that can provide couples with a chance to indulge in some personal pampering. Most Maldives villas the likes of Baros Maldives have their own spas offering a range of revitalising treatments including a full range of massages and even traditional Ayurveda therapies for more holistic healing.

Visit the Adam and Eve Island

If it is seclusion you seek, then Adam and Eve Island is the place to be. This is a perfect spot for anyone who wishes to spend a day alone with their loved one. The island is lush in greenery and is completely private to allow couples enjoy each other’s company with no obstructions from the outside world.

Intimate Dining

Surprise your loved one with a special meal right on the shore; you can get the resort’s help to put together a special dinner, where you will have a personal chef prepare your favourite meals. Some resorts go that extra mile and will set up a tent or a small pavilion, while others may also include those additional romantic touches such as a petal-strewn pathway.

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Categories Travel

Top Locations to Tie the Knot Around the World

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A wedding is an event that is fussed over by any couple. Selecting a venue, theme and everything else according to their budget, fretting about what to wear and so on, the worries are included in the entire package! Here’s a bit of information that may help when it comes to choosing your venue if you are planning to have your wedding overseas.

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Ireland

This European beauty is the ideal location for those with the theme of a ‘Fairy-tale Wedding’. This land has masses of lush greenery, a mountainous landscape along with seaside villages and glorious castles and country manors. The place is full of awesome spots to walk down the aisle. The best time for your wedding in Ireland would be from May to September when the weather is just fine. Also, keep in mind that accommodation prices usually rise from October to March.

The Bahamas

A collection of 700 paradise islands for you to choose from is a pretty wide choice of locations. Nassau and Paradise Island are two of the most popular destinations. However, Exumas and Harbour Island are more mellow and quiet. The best part is that you could either choose to rent a whole island for your wedding or even treat your guests at big resorts and spas. It is advisable that you avoid having your wedding here from June through November because of storms and rainy weather.

Las Vegas

Despite being nicknamed ‘Sin City’, LA offers a whole lot when it comes to tying the knot here. It is one of the most unique wedding venues with its drive-through chapels and Elvis impersonators. Also, there are hotels and resorts in plenty that offer wedding packages for any budget. Guests are sure to be entertained even if they don’t bet! It is best to opt for spring or September and October when the summer heat is beginning to ease off. The first week in December may sometimes have good prices and availability.

Kuala Lumpur

Another famous location for weddings is Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia. The city setting is quite intriguing if you are looking for an urban-themed wedding. Wedding in opulence with many luxury hotels like Berjaya Hotels and Resorts that offer various wedding packages makes things easy. The best months to avoid monsoons would be May to July when the weather just nice.

 

 

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Categories Weddings

Beach Wedding Essentials

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Beach weddings are all fun and pretty smiles when you look back at it, but a lot of work goes into making it perfect, and we have a few must dos when it comes to a beach wedding.

Lighting

When one thinks of a beach wedding, the first idea that pops to mind is a dreamy Maldives island wedding at resorts the likes of Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas. The main rule to follow for the best wedding pictures is, lighting. Natural lighting is what you have to depend on at an outdoor wedding, therefore, time your wedding just right. Also, you can always have lights strung above the wedding if you don’t want to exchange your vows at noon.

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Image Credit: Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas

Make it fun

People love dressing up for weddings, and that means shoes. But, nobody wants to walk around with sandy footwear, so make it fun for the guests by giving a shoes optional invite.

Photography

This is a win at beach weddings unless the winds decide to blow harder during the shoot. Regardless, the pictures almost always end up looking amazing because of the panoramic scenery around.

Table Deco

Be it a canopied event or just plain outdoor beach weddings, the table decorations can amp the whole beach vibe if you choose right.

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Categories Weddings

All you need to know about a Bali Wedding

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With numerous romantic locations, the Bali offers the ideal setting for an unforgettable wedding celebration, be it a traditional Balinese ceremony or an intimate western-style reception. You can even choose from the venues and locations offered by reputed resorts such as Holiday Inn Resort Baruna Bali.

 

Initial Stages
Once the budget, the destination, where to stay, how to get there and who is attending the wedding has been decided on, other details such as the best time for weddings in Bali, the type of reception and where to spend the honeymoon can receive attention.

 

Beach weddings
There are many beautiful beach destinations in Bali and of course, finding a great one is not a challenge at all. You have the option of choosing either a daytime wedding with the golden sun beaming upon you or a sunset wedding and a reception under the stars.

 

Garden weddings
Garden weddings are an excellent choice as Bali is blessed with a tropical climate that allows for lush vegetation. Tropical gardens make for a great opportunity for outdoor ceremonies and receptions. Of course, evening time is the best time to plan a garden wedding in Bali where you can make use of traditional lanterns, fairy lights, votive candles and of course, the moonlight to create a magical event that you nor your guests will forget.

 

Weddings atop a cliff
If it has always been a dream to get married across a cliff, then Bali is the right place. A wedding atop a cliff is guaranteed to be a dramatic and unforgettable affair, especially when teamed with the island’s signature warm climate and stunning beach backdrops.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Categories Honeymoon

Why Maldives is the Ideal Honeymoon Destination

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From island hideaways beside soft white beaches to thrilling adventures on land and under the waves, Maldives has something for every newlywed couple seeking that perfect honeymoon. It is the ideal place to begin your new chapter of love.

Wonderful Seclusion

After all the activity of the wedding, there is nothing like some quiet time just for you and your partner. Many Maldives luxury resorts are located on their own private island giving you the chance to enjoy true seclusion be it on the beach or in your own villa overlooking the ocean.

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Image Credit: Naladhu Private Island Maldives

Fun Times

There is plenty of fun to be had for couples on their honeymoon in Maldives. Snorkel and discover vibrant underwater worlds, set sail into the sunset and go on island hopping adventures. Resorts such as Naladhu Private Island Maldives also offer the option of a luxury yacht cruise where you can spend the night out at sea and have Champagne breakfast in bed.

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Image Credit: Naladhu Private Island Maldives

Spa Bliss

A wedding may be the happiest day of your life but it can also sometimes be the most stressful! The coastal serenity of the Maldives provides the perfect backdrop in which to indulge in couples’ spa treatments and will help you truly unwind and feel refreshed.

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Image Credit: Naladhu Private Island Maldives

Romantic Dining

Dining in Maldives can be truly romantic affairs and makes for the ideal surprise for that special someone too. Be it a picnic on a private island or a candlelit dinner on the beach and under the stars, intimate dining experiences like these will no doubt be one of the highlights of your honeymoon.

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Image Credit: Naladhu Private Island Maldives

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Categories Weddings

Getting Married in Thailand

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Of course, you will remember the place you exchange your “I Do’s” forever, but how on earth do you make your special day extra special? If you are looking at a destination wedding amid the verdant reverie of Thailand, you are in for the most memorable experience of your lifetime!

Why choose Thailand?

With white sandy bays and verdant tropical settings ideal for the ultimate celebration of romance, Thailand offers a deserving setting to exchange your vows.

What Kind of Wedding Do You Have in Mind?

If you want to leave out the cliché beach weddings and settle for a Chiang Mai wedding amid the blooming flora, there is a range of jaw-dropping settings to choose from. Popular accommodation providers such as Anantara Chiang Mai Resort are ready to go the whole nine yards for the happy couple and offer various venues be it a riverside lawn, a colonial house or even a rooftop terrace.

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Image Credit: Anantara Chiang Mai Resort

Re-creating that fairytale

If you wish for a show-stopper wedding everyone will talk about for the years to come, Thailand provides that ultimate dreamy landscape. It will also offer your guests an incredible experience.

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Image Credit: Anantara Chiang Mai Resort

The Plus Point

The best part of getting hitched in Thailand is that you can spend your honeymoon amid the same stunning setting. The spectacularly idyllic beaches are perfect to walk on hand in hand and if you are looking for more action, you can definitely visit the most electrifying city in the world, Bangkok.

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Beach wedding or traditional?

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A beach wedding is often held in an exotic location or a local beach whereas a traditional wedding is held in a reception hall or your own home. Here are a few things to consider when deciding which type of wedding you want.

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The perfect location

If you want a traditional wedding, it is advisable that you pick a spacious reception hall in a convenient location. The best choice for a beach wedding is a private beach. If you decide to host your wedding in a Hawaii, Maldives or a Sri Lanka beach resort, make sure you pick a reliable option that would take care of all the details for you such as Heirtance Negombo.

Decorations

Decorations in a beach wedding is often minimal due to the romantic ambience of the glorious ocean. A traditional wedding on the other hand includes a closed space decorated the way you like, this often costs a little more than a beach wedding as you are required to take care of every little detail.

Guests

Destination weddings contain a lesser number of guests due to travel costs unlike a traditional wedding where guest lists usually go on and on. Therefore evaluate your finances before deciding.

Wedding attire

The windy weather, the heat and the humidity at a beach wedding may require brides to avoid lace, ruffles and sometimes even shoes. Wedding attire in a traditional wedding can be pretty much anything you like.

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Beach Wedding Sri Lanka

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Sri Lanka being a striking island in the Indian Ocean, with collection of long stretches of glorious sandy beaches framing the country, is the perfect destination for the tropical beach bound wedding of your dreams. Majority of the tourist hotels and beach resorts in the country such as AVANI Kalutara Resort provide wedding planning packages, which will assist you in all the arrangements and other organizations for you to host the perfect beach wedding in Sri Lanka, where all you’ll have to do, is simply show up!

However here are a few tips to consider when hosting the perfect beach wedding. As it is important to remember that keeping aside the picture perfect vision of you and the love of your life saying I do, surrounded by the turquoise waters of the Indian ocean and the backdrop of the majestic sunset; beach weddings can be messy.

The weather is also a major factor when hosting a beach wedding. In order to make sure half your decorations don’t wash away by the tide or your dress don’t get blown over your face during your celebration, check seasonal weather conditions with the professional wedding planners before scheduling your wedding. In Sri Lanka the tides will be stronger with harsher winds during the monsoon seasons, so try to avoid this unpredictable time to get married.

You will have to be prepared with high quality sound amplification devices as the waves can get pretty loud. This is something your wedding organisers will take care of, although make sure to check with them before hand to avoid any inconveniences.

Keeping the above factors in mind, run off to Sri Lanka with your better half to tie the knot beside the tranquil waters of the ocean.

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