The couple, who met in high school in 2016 and have been together ever since, planned a three-day celebration that began in Lisbon. A boat cruise along the Tagus River and a welcome party at a historic palace gave their guests plenty of time to get acquainted before heading to Sintra for the wedding. What We Love About This Casa dos Penedos Wedding: A three-day celebration that took guests from Lisbon to Sintra Handpicked songs […]
Wedding Ideas: Portugal Wedding
This Nature-Filled Portugal Destination Wedding at Areias do Seixo Incorporated a Persian Sofreh Aghd
Mona and Kamran chose Areias do Seixo without ever seeing it in person. Set near the ocean and surrounded by dunes and gardens, the eco-conscious hotel had the natural, organic setting Mona had been searching for. For their May Portugal destination wedding, spring flowers filled long wooden tables, candles glowed throughout the reception, and a traditional Persian Sofreh Aghd brought Mona’s heritage into the ceremony. Portugal already had a place in their relationship. Mona and […]
Yellow and Blue Were The Natural Color Choices for this Summer Pousada Palacio de Estoi Wedding
Blue-and-white Portuguese tiles, lemons picked from the bride’s family garden, a surprise song for devoted Liverpool FC fans, and a cocktail hour that had everyone singing before dinner was even served—Eloise and Josh’s Pousada Palacio de Estoi wedding was filled with details that could only have happened here. Portugal wasn’t just a scenic destination on a map. Eloise’s parents live in the nearby village of Estoi, and she’d imagined getting married at the palace long […]
A Personal Look Inside Madeira’s Best Destination Wedding Venues
Madeira was number one on my travel bucket list for years, listed right there on my Airbnb profile under “the place I most want to visit next.” So when an invitation landed in my inbox to tour the island’s top wedding venues, excitement felt like an understatement. As a wedding publication in business since 2008, we have watched a lot of trends bloom and fade. But one shift has only continued to grow. More and […]
Quinta Lago dos Cisnes Sets the Stage for a Glamorous Portugal Wedding
Maria and Mario wanted their wedding to feel elegant but relaxed. A day focused on laughter, good company, and genuine connection. Instead of following tradition too closely, they planned a glamorous Portugal wedding that blended sophistication and fun. Their exquisite venue, Quinta Lago dos Cisnes, set the scene with its cascading greenery and opulent chandeliers, multiple outdoor spaces, and incredible architecture. It’s truly a one-of-a-kind wedding venue that required few extra design touches to come […]
Modern and Sophisticated Portugal Vineyard Wedding
They say you’ll never meet anyone sitting at home. But Saira and Nathaniel proved otherwise. When Nathaniel moved across the street and asked to borrow her Wi-Fi, he also invited her over for a glass of wine. That small beginning became a love story that led to a Portugal vineyard wedding defined by elegance and energy, with Junebug vendors It’s All About ensuring every moment lives on long after the day itself. What We Love […]
A Romantic Vineyard Wedding in Portugal’s Enchanting Douro Valley
When Meagan and Cody got engaged in Portugal, they left with more than a ring. They left with a dream. The country’s beauty, culture, and colors captivated them so deeply that they decided to return with their closest loved ones for a wedding unlike any other. Their vineyard wedding in Portugal’s Douro Valley was intimate, vibrant, and deeply personal, blending the timeless charm of azulejos blue tiles with golden sunset light and heartfelt family moments. […]
A Warm and Wildflower-Filled Portugal Destination Wedding at a Historic Manor
A ski date gone wrong—complete with swapped gear and plenty of falling—was the start of Lauren and Jake’s adventure together. Years later, that same playful spirit shaped a wedding that would take them across the globe to the rolling hills of Portugal. Surrounded by wildflowers, mismatched bridesmaids’ dresses, and the charm of a historic manor, their Portugal destination wedding captured by Junebug photographer Pedro Filipe Fotografia brought 150 loved ones together for a weekend that […]
Sunshine and Cinematic Moments Illuminate This Destination Wedding at Reid’s Palace in Madeira, Portugal
Some venues do more than provide a beautiful backdrop—they shape the entire wedding. Michelle and Christopher’s destination wedding at Reid’s Palace in Madeira, Portugal, is the perfect example of how the right setting can turn a celebration into an unforgettable experience. Perched on a cliff overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, this historic hotel set the stage for a romantic and breathtaking celebration. What We Love About This Reid’s Palace Wedding: The unique venue, with its colonial […]
A Colombian Couple’s Intentional DIY Destination Wedding in Sintra, Portugal Proves You Don’t Need a Big Budget for Big Style
Carolina and Juan’s love story is as serendipitous as their wedding was intentional. The couple first met in university in their hometown of Cali, Colombia, where they briefly dated before becoming just friends. Life took them on separate journeys, but fate had other plans. Without knowing it, they both moved to Europe around the same time—Carolina to Portugal and Juan to France. They reconnected, started a long-distance relationship, and after two years of traveling back […]