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Destination Wedding Locations

Are you planning a destination wedding? If so, you’re in luck! We’ve put together a list of the best destination wedding locations in Australia and overseas. Whether you’re looking for a tropical beach wedding or a winter wonderland wedding, we’ve got you covered. A destination wedding is a great way to create a unique and memorable experience for your guests. They will get to travel to a new place, celebrate your love, and make memories that will last a lifetime. Start planning your dream destination wedding today!

New South Wales

Metro Mirage Hotel, Newport
A multi-award winning 4-star waterfront hotel and stunning outdoor ceremony, wedding reception and function venue. Located on the shores of beautiful Pittwater in Sydney’s Northern Beaches.

Peppers The Hills Lodge
Peppers The Hills Lodge is an elegant 4½ star hotel located in North Western Sydney. Set amongst landscaped gardens it’s an ideal venue for both your wedding reception and ceremony.

San Martin Akuna Bay
San Martin is a premium destination wedding venue nestled in pristine national park surrounds.

Novotel Sydney Brighton Beach
Our contemporary indoor and outdoor function space and the ability to hold ceremonies, make us one of Sydney’s most popular beachside wedding venues catering for events up to 350 guests.

Crowne Plaza Coogee Beach
Surrounded by one of the East Coast’s most breath-taking beaches Coogee Beach embraces a relaxed, casual setting for your wedding reception. We ,will tailor-make a package that suits you!

Thredbo Alpine Hotel
Located halfway between Sydney and Melbourne, snuggled in a picturesque valley in the Kosciuszko National Park. The stunning beauty of the great outdoors makes Thredbo the ideal wedding venue.

Novotel Sydney Manly Pacific
One of Sydney’s leading beachside wedding venues. Novotel Sydney Manly Pacific offers a selection of unique inclusive wedding packages designed to give you the best possible experience.

Orange Ex-Services’ Club
From beautiful ceremony details and delicious reception dinners to comfortable accommodation options and additional styling touches, we are a full-service venue.

Sylvan Glen Estate
Surrounded by 60 private acres, Sylvan Glen is a romantic Southern Highlands wedding venue offering privacy, beautiful function spaces and an exclusive country guesthouse for your entire weekend.

Oaks Cypress Lakes Resort
Positioned in the heart of one of Australia’s premier and most picturesque wine regions, the Hunter Valley, Oaks Cypress Lakes Resort offers the perfect setting to tie the knot in front of family and friends.

Oaks Casuarina Santai Resort
This Balinese-styled design blends perfectly with the contemporary touches, all providing an idyllic wedding and honeymoon setting.

The Select Inn Gosford
If you’re looking for a sophisticated, extensive, and affordable Central Coast NSW wedding venue, you will adore The Select Inn Gosford!

Rydges Mount Panorama Bathurst
From the moment you arrive and step into our lobby, our dedicated Wedding Coordinator will ensure that your wedding day will be one to remember at one of the best Bathurst wedding venues around.

Wandin Estate
Wandin Estate is one of the best wedding venues in the Hunter Valley. Perfect for your ceremony, reception and wedding guest accommodation.

Burnham Grove Estate
A grand historic estate surrounded by acres of garden. Discover the acres of architecturally designed gardens, fountains, ponds and orchard that all make Burnham Grove the perfect wedding venue.

Pullman Magenta Shores Resort
Nestled between the pristine waters of the Pacific Ocean and Tuggerah Lake this magnificent resort is set on 52 acres and has been designed to complement its spectacular location.

The Langham, Sydney
Stepping into this 5-star luxury hotel will sweep you and your wedding guests into a world of splendour.

Novotel Newcastle Beach
Novotel Newcastle Beach is the perfect place to celebrate a marriage or any special occasion. The hotel offers 88 stylish, well-appointed guestrooms with contemporary furnishings.

Stockman’s Ridge Wines
Stockman’s Ridge Wines is a picturesque country estate situated on a vineyard with sweeping views of Mount Canobolas and the surrounding Orange countryside.

Australia

Glen Ewin Estate
A breathtaking garden setting only 4 minutes beyond the Adelaide suburbs, you will be surprised and delighted to discover such a beautiful estate so close to the city.

Villa Botanica
Perched on the edge of the Coral Sea in the glorious Whitsundays, Villa Botanica, with its superb gardens and architecture, is a wedding venue simply unmatched anywhere in Australia.

International

The Pearl South Pacific Resort, Fiji
An elegant, sun-drenched resort within the sublime environs of Pacific Harbour, between Suva and Nadi. Set by the beach and surrounded by lush, tropical landscape.

Botanica Weddings
Delivering the ultimate, affordable, problem-free wedding in paradise.

Ratua Private Island
Surrounded by 146 acres of tropical gardens and sandy beaches, Ratua Private Island offers attentive service, private accommodation, an over-water day spa, yacht club and superb dining.

Wananavu Beach Resort
Experience the real Fiji. Wananavu Beach Resort offers the convenience of the mainland with the idyllic isolation of an island retreat.

African Dreams Holidays
We are the experts on the Island of your dreams ‘Mauritius’. There are luxury hotels and resorts to satisfy every whim and fancy, offering both extensive wedding and honeymoon packages.

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Destination Wedding FAQ

What are the advantages to a destination wedding?

Destination weddings tend to be smaller and more intimate. Destination weddings also double as a holiday for you, your family, and friends.

How do I choose a destination wedding location?

Affordability and accessibility for you and your guests will be a main factor. Be sure to research the weather and any potential travel warnings. Some locations may not be welcoming or appropriate for some guests due to their age, religion, disability or sexuality.

When do I notify guests of my destination wedding?

Save-the-dates should go out 8 to 12 months before the wedding. Official invitations should go out 3 to 4 months prior to the wedding.

Who pays for guest travel and accommodation at a destination wedding?

Typically the guests cover their own travel and accommodation expenses. However, it is important you make this clear. Even if you have reserved rooms, be sure to ask guests to book their own rooms. Consider offering options at various price points.

What else do I need to know about a destination wedding?

Countries have different requirements when it comes to recognising a marriage. Be sure to check local and Australian marriage requirements to ensure your marriage is valid in Australia when you return.