Choose the Perfect Destination for Your Wedding
Planning a Destination Wedding is one of the most exciting journeys a couple can take, yet choosing the right location is often the most challenging decision. The destination sets the tone for your entire celebration, from the atmosphere and design to the logistics and guest experience.
At Bei Create Your Story, we help couples bring their vision to life in destinations that reflect their personality, story and style. Here’s how to choose the perfect place for your wedding abroad.
1. Define Your Vision and Priorities
Before exploring locations, get clear on what truly matters to you. Do you dream of a romantic villa in Tuscany, an cliff-top celebration in Bali, a historic landmark in Europe, or is the travel itinerary for the family the most important? Think about the mood, scenery and cultural essence that best express your relationship. Ask yourselves:
What atmosphere do we want to create: elegant, relaxed, adventurous, or intimate?
Do we imagine a weekend-long celebration or a single-day event?
How important are accessibility and travel comfort for our guests?
Your answers will naturally narrow down the destination shortlist.
2. Consider the Guest Experience
Your guests will remember not only your wedding but also the overall travel experience. Choosing a destination that is easy to reach, offers comfortable accommodation and provides a sense of discovery creates a lasting impression.
💡 Tip: Offer your guests guidance on travel routes, nearby hotels and local highlights — it shows care and creates excitement long before they arrive. For all our Destination Arrangements we include the Guest Itinerary support service.
3. Check Seasonal Conditions and Local Events
Every destination has its perfect time of year. Research weather patterns, peak seasons and local festivities that could affect availability or pricing.
For instance, Mediterranean weddings shine from May to September, while Southeast Asian destinations like Bali are best from June to October. Singapore has it’s high season towards the year-end and in general for a destination wedding we recommend to look at weekdays for better pricing options – your guests are traveling anyway. A planner experienced with global locations can help you find hidden gems that offer perfect conditions without the tourist crowds.
4. Match the Style and Setting to Your Story
The most memorable weddings feel authentic, they reflect your world as a couple. A tropical island might perfectly suit free-spirited travelers, while a French Château sets the scene for timeless romance. Think of your destination as a stage for your story. Every design detail, floral choice and dinner setting will harmonise with the place you choose.
5. Explore Legalities and Local Regulations
Some countries have specific legal or religious requirements for marriage. In many cases, couples opt for a symbolic ceremony abroad and complete the legal paperwork at home. An experienced wedding planner will guide you through the process, ensuring everything runs smoothly and stress-free.
6. Trust Your Instincts
When everything aligns, the atmosphere, the setting, the feeling, you’ll know it’s right. Trust that moment of certainty. Your destination should feel like you and bring joy from the first idea to the final dance under the stars.
💡 Real Story: For K&P, we began planning their destination wedding just nine months before the big day. The date — 14th of July — was non-negotiable, as it marked both the day they met and their engagement. Finding their dream villa in Tuscany, available right in the midst of peak season, was one of those magical moments of complete alignment. Simply meant to be. Amazing!
🌸 Bringing Your Vision to Life
Choosing the perfect destination is just the beginning of your story. At Bei Create Your Story, we’ve designed weddings in some of the world’s most breathtaking places, from intimate clifftop ceremonies to grand weekend celebrations in historic estates.
With over 20 years of experience in luxury events, we help you navigate every detail with ease, creativity, and care, so your wedding feels effortless, personal and extraordinary.
Ready to Create Your Story?
If you’re planning you destination wedding anywhere in the world, we’d love to bring it to life.
At Bei Create Your Story, we design multicultural and international weddings in the most stunning places around the globe.
👉 Contact us to begin planning your story.