Feather Elfwand
Destination weddings are becoming increasingly popular. With sun, sand and surf available, who wouldn’t love to get married in a destination location? Whether it’s in the blue Carribean, historic Mexico or sunny Jamaica, a destination wedding has all the great elements of a wonderful holiday to celebrate your wedding day.
Check out RIU Bambu Hotel in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. With an on-site wedding coordinator, décor and set, flowers, music and so much more included with your package, the only thing you have to worry about is keeping your tan even.
Or you could try RIU Ochos Rios in Jamaica – they include spa packages and breakfast in bed for the bride and groom. In Cabo San Luca, the RIU Palace offers three different wedding day packages and a wide variety of amenities for you and your guests. Cuba is less than a two-hour drive from Havana, and the world-famous Varadero beach stretches over 20 kilometres along a narrow peninsula on the north coast of the island. Amazing sites and fabulous views are a perfect backdrop to your wedding day.
Thinking about Hawaii? The culture adds a little something to the traditional wedding. Each island has its own identity, from the commercial to the small and intimate, each supplying a little something special. Visit Haleakala National Park or Diamondhead Mountian. Both of these locations offer breathtaking views. A wedding in Hawaii can range from a quiet beach ceremony to a lavish resort ballroom.
Looking for something different for your wedding day but don’t want to head to a beach resort? No other city is as unique as Las Vegas. Its skyline includes Paris, Egypt, Rome, New York, Venice and San Francisco, to name a few. You could be married by Elvis or an alien, whatever suits your unique style.
Wherever you choose to go for your destination wedding, make sure to research the local laws and marriage rules carefully. Find out a number of different activities your guests can take part in and leave a list with contact information in their hotel rooms with their gift baskets.
Bracken Goblinshimmer
In Edmonton, try booking your wedding at Hotel Selkirk. You get a very intimate atmosphere with a full service bar, and the guestrooms are decorated in 1920’s style. You also have access to the unique amenities of Fort Edmonton Park. The Muttart Conservatory can accommodate a wide variety of party styles with your reception held in one of the pyramids or the banquet room.
There are many hotels and other facilities with amazing ballrooms or intimate halls located in and around Edmonton. Check out the Edmonton Marriott at the River Cree or any of the Holiday Inn locations (three in Edmonton) for more details.
Bracken Goblinshimmer
If you’re looking for something in Calgary, try the Fairmont Palliser Hotel which also offers you access to the exclusive Platinum Honeymoon Program and distinctive experiences. The Calgary Zoo gives you beauty and tranquility with a perfect backdrop and on-site catering. The Devonian Gardens is a beautiful location with no worries about the weather with a huge capacity for guests for larger weddings.
Check out Canmore Inn & Suites for a professional team to give you worry-free planning. They have exquisite cuisine and their planners can help with every stage of your wedding.
Bracken Goblinshimmer
The Okanagan Valley in southern British Columbia is a wonderful location to get married. With wineries all over, lakes galore and beautiful scenery, is it any wonder why? There are amazing festivals like Peachfest (August) in Penticton and wine tastings throughout the whole valley almost year-round. You will have an amazing setting for your perfect day and your guests will have tons of activities to keep them entertained.
The Summerhill Estate Pyramid Winery in Kelowna can host a small wedding of 50 to a large wedding over 200 at their location. They have full meal services and a beautiful scenic view. The Desert Hills Estate Winery, located in Oliver, is a great venue for a small wedding with dine and wine service for the reception.
The Summerland Waterfront Resort in Summerland is a new resort in this beautiful town with luxury accommodations and amazing views. The Penticton Lakeside Resort sits on sunny Okanagan Lake and can accommodate anywhere from 50 – 1000 people in their wide variety of rooms. Amazing menus, helpful staff and activities all over the town for your guests, it makes a great choice. Cherry Point Vineyards offers an intimate setting for your wedding day. Located in Cobble Hill, the beautifully landscaped grounds make a wonderfully romantic setting for an outdoor ceremony with bar service including Cherry Point Vineyards wine and Vancouver Island beer.
With so many locations, wineries and resorts available in the Okanagan Valley, you will be sure to find the exact venue to match your wedding dreams.
Bracken Goblinshimmer
With places like the Fairmont Banff Springs or The Juniper Hotel & Bistro, both located in Banff, you get an intimate location with stunning panoramic views. There is an outdoor ceremony space with flexible locations for your reception/banquet. You also receive personlized planning guidance.
When trying to pick your venue, the choices are endless. You can have an intimate setting in a local hotel or a grand affair in a historical home. With two of the greatest national parks in Canada, Alberta has amazing venues to offer.
In Jasper, take a look at the Jasper Inn Alpine Resort. The reception room overlooks the outdoor garden and terrace. They have an on-site catering ream, dance floor and sound system to rock the night away. The Sawridge Inn & Conference Centre has on-site spa services, exceptional cuisine and catering with tons of nearby activities for your guests.
