A cliffside resort in Positano, a rural retreat in the Tuscan countryside, a castaway resort in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef—if you dream of getting married in a far-flung locale, an international destination wedding may be in your future. The reasons for planning a wedding abroad are as personal as they are endless: Maybe you got engaged in Europe and imagined returning for the big day; perhaps your fiancé’s family has cultural ties to the Middle East; or, you always dreamed of walking down an aisle of white sand somewhere in the Caribbean. No matter your motivation, hosting an international destination wedding is an excuse to create lasting memories, together with your loved ones, in an epic locale.

As you dig into planning, there are a Baccarat Online Uang Asli few important factors to consider: the venue, travel requirements, and budget. When it comes to the venue, focusing on hotels, resorts, and estates that offer onsite accommodations and a reliable staff promise to lighten your load in the long-run. Next, consider how long it will take the majority of your guests to travel there and whether you’ll need to arrange transportation (such as airport transfers and shuttles to offsite party locations)—just because a destination seems perfect doesn’t mean it’s always worth the journey. Lastly, even couples with unlimited budgets need to always keep their guests’ wallets in mind; a five-star luxury resort sometimes comes at an untenable price point, so aim to offset costs by subsidizing guest rooms and/or hosting multiple events throughout the weekend.

Castello di Reschio, Umbria, Italy

Reschio is a thousand-year-old castle and estate, once completely abandoned and forgotten, that was lovingly restored over two decades by its owners, Count Benedikt Bolza and his wife, Nencia. Nestled on 3,750 acres of Umbrian countryside—renowned for the white truffle, in season every fall—this undiscovered retreat is both tranquil and amenity-packed. From the authentic, 36-room castle-hotel to the 20 private farmhouse villas and the serene bathhouse (complete with a hammam, sauna, and plunge pool), your guests will spend the weekend feeling like Italian royalty.

Rosewood Castiglion del B

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Set on 5,000 acres of rolling Tuscan countryside, the Ferragamo family’s former private estate and vineyard is as picturesque as it is luxe. Exchange vows in a charming medieval church or on a verdant lawn with ancient castle ruins in the backdrop—just like celebrity brides Kate Upton and Caroline Wozniacki. No matter which reception venue you choose, couples are guaranteed panoramic views of the Montalcino hillside—and lots (and lots) of delicious house wine.

InterContinental Hayman Island, Queensland, Australia

Located in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef, this castaway retreat offers everything you need for an intimate elopement or large-scale event of up to 300 guests. Exchange vows on crescent-shaped Hayman Beach, with views of the famed Whitsunday Islands in the backdrop, or barefoot beneath an arbor of orchids and anthuriums on powdery Coconut Beach. Move to Coconut Grove for a reception filled with dining and dancing beneath twinkling stars and tropical palms.

Villa Balbiano, Lake Como, Italy

Baroque frescoes, antique furnishings, marble floors—the opulent details at this exclusive-use villa will impress even the most discerning guest. The historic lakeside villa, featured in House of Gucci, can accommodate up to 30 guests, but if your headcount is higher, nearby five-star resorts—Grand Hotel Tremezzo, Passalacqua, and Villa d’Este—can hardly be considered “spill-over accommodations.” Round out the wedding weekend’s festivities with a welcome party at Una Finestra Sul Lago, a boat outing to Bellagio, and a beach picnic on Lido di Lenno.

Villa Treville, Positano, Italy

The former home of famed Italian director Franco Zeffirelli is now a cliffside boutique hotel that promises to turn your dolce vita fantasies into reality. While it’s possible to secure preferred venues with a semi-private commitment, couples who buy out the hotel’s 17 rooms are guaranteed exclusive use, plus on-site accommodations for up to 34 guests. That means: exchanging vows on the panoramic Rotunda, sipping spritzes on the tree-lined terraces, dining beneath bougainvillea garlands at the Terraced Restaurant, and dancing the night away in the Lounge Bar.