Katie and Brian didn’t plan to meet in Amsterdam, and they definitely didn’t expect that a few shared days there would turn into a relationship spanning years, cities, and countless flights. Looking back, though, it makes sense that their story would lead them back to the same place for their wedding. They met in June 2015 after a mix of timing and coincidence placed them in the same apartment. Katie was studying abroad and needed […]
Wedding Ideas: Destination Wedding
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 […]
Discover Casa Velas: The Ultimate Adults-Only, All-Inclusive Luxury Escape in Puerto Vallarta
Whether you’re dreaming of a romantic destination wedding, an intimate honeymoon, or a rejuvenating getaway with your partner, Casa Velas in Puerto Vallarta offers something increasingly rare in the world of luxury travel: an all-inclusive experience that actually feels luxurious. Adults-only, boutique in scale, and deeply intentional in its design, this is a retreat built for couples who want sophistication and tranquility in equal measure. It’s not just a beautiful place to stay, but a […]
Colorful Destination Wedding at Cabo’s Acre Los Agaves
Bright florals, warm color, and a sense of ease defined Liza and Nate’s celebration at Acre Los Agaves. They envisioned a wedding that felt alive and joyful, where the natural landscape played as much of a role as the celebration itself. The couple met in New York City and went on their first date in the East Village, where “things felt clear and easy.” Their relationship unfolded through laughter, partnership, and shared values, eventually leading […]
This Chic Sicilian Destination Wedding Could Easily Pass for a Fashion Editorial
When Olivia and Micah started planning their Sicilian destination wedding, they weren’t trying to recreate anything they’d seen before. What they wanted was simple but intentional: something timeless, relaxed, and deeply connected to place. Set at the historic seaside Tonnara di Scopello, their multi-day celebration blended classic style, meaningful details, and a guest-first mindset that made the entire weekend feel more like a shared vacation than a traditional wedding. Their story began unexpectedly. Olivia was […]
A Bohemian Valle de Guadalupe Wedding Beneath a 300-Year-Old Oak Tree
At its core, Sara and Charles’ Valle de Guadalupe wedding was about intention. They wanted a day that was close to nature, and deeply personal, shared with only the people who know them best. Set beneath a centuries-old oak tree in Mexico’s wine country, their ceremony reflected a relationship built on long friendship, shared values, and a love of travel that has shaped their life together. The two met in high school and stayed connected […]
The Pre-Wedding Experience Improving How You Plan a Destination Wedding
Destination weddings have always started with an idea. A place. A feeling. But more couples are realizing that planning a celebration from afar, through screens, emails, and virtual tours, often leaves too much to guesswork. Luxury Wedding Escapes was created to change that. The concept offers an immersive pre-wedding experience that allows couples to experience their destination before planning begins. Instead of mood boards and Zoom calls, couples walk the spaces, meet the people, and […]
A Destination Montenegro Wedding Where the Mountains Meet the Sea
Jennifer and Nosa’s love story began in the last place they ever expected: LinkedIn. What started as a message about a job opening quickly turned into a spark neither of them could ignore. After his interviews wrapped, their “quick chat” outside of work flowed into an effortless four-hour conversation . Within months, they were meeting for the first time in Paris—an unforgettable trip that confirmed the connection they both already felt was real. For Nosa, […]
Immersive Mexico Wedding with a Spiral Temple Ceremony and Cave Reception
Cindy and Jesse imagined a wedding that felt intentional, modern, and deeply atmospheric—a celebration shaped by design, emotion, and the elements. They envisioned white florals against dark stone, candlelit pathways, and a ceremony held inside a spiral temple surrounded by jungle. With their signature theme, It Was Always Me and You, guiding every choice, they crafted an immersive Mexico wedding that felt more like stepping into a story than attending a single event. That story, […]
The 5 Most Iconic Marrakech Wedding Venues
There’s a reason Marrakech continues to captivate couples from around the world. Between its centuries-old architecture, mesmerizing landscape, and vibrant culture, the city blends romance and refinement in a way few wedding destinations can. For those dreaming of an unforgettable celebration, Marrakech wedding venues offer something rare: transportive spaces where every corner feels cinematic. From private villas just outside the medina to palace hotels that define luxury on a global scale, the city’s best properties […]