By Wendy Rose Gould
Many couples choose the beach for a destination wedding.
There are myriad choices when it comes to choosing a location for a destination wedding. The key items to look for when making the ultimate decision are proximity to you and your guest's homes, affordability, ideal scenery, pleasant weather and selection of vendors.
Belize
Belize is an English-speaking country that is relatively close to the United States, making it easy to get to. It is located between Mexico and Guatemala and is a popular destination for weddings. It is an ideal location for those engaged couples who enjoy adventure and wildlife. Forty percent of the land is set aside for parks and natural reserves and wildlife is untouched in these locations.
Belize Tourism Office
New Central Bank Building
Level 2 Gabourel Lane
P.O. Box 325
Belize City, Belize
(800) 624-0686
Guadeloupe
If you want to dive into Creole culture, plan your wedding in Guadeloupe. This Caribbean island is full of color and spirit and is influenced greatly by both the French and African cultures. There are a number of resorts speckled along the sandy white beaches and an interesting mix of other types of scenery, ranging from modern city skylines to rain forests tucked away in the interior portion of the island.
Antilles Info Tourisme
5 Square de la Banque, BP 1099
Pointe-a-Pitre Cedex
Guadeloupe
590-(0)5-90-82-0930
Trinidad and Tobago
This cosmopolitan location for a destination wedding will also give soon-to-be-wed couples a taste of old-world civilization. Trinidad and Tobago is the birthplace of calypso and limbo and is rich in culture and history. Opt for Tobago if you are more into serenity and wildlife, and choose a Trinidad location for a wedding with a bit of artistic flair.
Tourism Office
Level 1 Maritime Centre
No., 29 Tenth Avenue
Barataria,Trinidad
Trinidad and Tobago
(868) 675-7034
St. Maarten
This tiny island in the Caribbean region packs a mighty punch. It is co-owned by the Dutch and French, which creates a unique blend of culture. Both sides maintain a peaceful relationship and have coexisted for more than 350 years. The beaches here are serene, clean and full of rich hues that make this location a postcard-worthy destination for any wedding.
St. Maarten Tourist Bureau
Vineyard Office Park
WG Buncamper Road #33
St Maarten
(599) 542-2337
About the Author:
Wendy Rose Gould is a professional journalist who has contributed to "Glamour" magazine and the Huffington Post, among other publications. After internships at the "Indianapolis Business Journal," "Kiwanis International" and "NUVO Newsweekly," she earned B.A. degrees in journalism and philosophy from Franklin College in 2008. Gould specializes in health, beauty and fashion topics.
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