Destination weddings are already one of the most affordable ways to get married. Smaller guest lists, bundled resort packages, and built-in tropical beauty eliminate many of the biggest expenses traditional couples face. But whether you’re working with a $3,000 budget or a $15,000 one, there are smart moves that stretch your money further without sacrificing…
Puerto Plata is the Dominican Republic’s original resort destination, and it still has a character that the newer south coast developments haven’t been able to replicate. Located on the northern “Amber Coast,” this region is named for the amber deposits found in the surrounding mountains. The landscape here is different from Punta Cana: greener, more…
Juan Dolio sits along the southeastern coast of the Dominican Republic, about an hour east of Santo Domingo and an hour west of Punta Cana. This quiet beach town has long been a favorite weekend escape for locals, and it’s starting to catch the attention of couples looking for a destination wedding that feels relaxed and…
Santo Domingo is the oldest European-established city in the Americas, and that history seeps into every cobblestone, every colonial facade, and every shaded plaza in the Zona Colonial. The Zona Colonial is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with 16th-century cathedrals, fortresses, and plazas that provide a dramatic backdrop for wedding photos and group excursions. For…
Samana is the Dominican Republic’s wild card, and couples who choose it for a destination wedding know they want something different. This peninsula on the northeastern coast is defined by lush tropical mountains, hidden waterfalls, and some of the most dramatic coastline in the Caribbean. A destination wedding in Samana feels like an adventure. It’s…
Miches is the Dominican Republic’s newest frontier for destination weddings, and couples who discover it tend to feel like they’ve found a secret. This lush coastal region on the northeastern shore is surrounded by coconut groves, dramatic cliffs, and beaches that still feel untouched by mass tourism. While Punta Cana and Cap Cana draw the…
Cap Cana is the Dominican Republic’s most exclusive address, and couples who choose it for their destination wedding know exactly what they’re after: privacy, prestige, and the kind of polished luxury that turns a celebration into an event. What separates a destination wedding in Cap Cana from the wider Punta Cana area is the level…
San Miguel de Allende has been named the best small city in the world multiple times, and once you visit, you’ll understand why. This colonial gem in the highlands of central Mexico is a feast for the senses: cobblestone streets lined with brightly painted buildings, the iconic pink Parroquia church towering over the main square,…
Mexico City isn’t the first place most couples think of for a destination wedding, and that’s exactly what makes it such an exciting choice. This sprawling metropolis is one of the world’s great cities, packed with incredible architecture, a food scene that rivals any capital on earth, and a cultural energy that’s impossible to fake….
Merida is unlike any other wedding destination in Mexico. The capital of the Yucatan state trades beach resorts for colonial architecture, cenotes, and centuries-old haciendas surrounded by jungle. For couples who want a destination wedding in Merida that feels steeped in history and culture, this city delivers an experience that no beach resort can replicate….