Italy – The Perfect Place for a Destination Wedding

Italy has the well-earned reputation as one of the most romantic countries in the world. Perhaps it is the stunning villas in Italy or the divine food and wine, or perhaps it is simply the Italian people’s love of a truly romantic story. Whatever the cause, the country has become one of the top locations in Europe for destination weddings.

Organising a wedding abroad can be as simple or complicated as you make it. However, there are many benefits to choosing Bella Italia for your 'big day' and the accompanying events.

Varied Landscapes

The country is, in fact, an excellent choice of venue for weddings of all types - the varied landscape provides the opportunity for beach weddings, formal weddings in magnificent estates or ones set against the backdrop of rolling hills covered with the signature vineyards so frequently associated with the 'Italian dream'. Villas in Italy in both the more rural areas and nearer the main cities can accommodate large wedding parties or offer accommodation for smaller groups but close by each other. Whether you chose the stunning Amalfi Coast or sweeping hills and valleys of Tuscany for your venue, your wedding guests will have so much to see and enjoy to make the event unforgettable.

Numerous Benefits

There are many benefits to having your wedding here beyond even the wonderfully romantic notion of the idea – including its fairly even and temperate weather conditions. The volatile weather conditions found in the UK are a constant worry for couples hoping to have an outdoor ceremony or reception. Here, on the other hand, it is a safer option for outdoor services, with the chances of being rained out quite minimal.

Weddings here also provide an excellent excuse for streamlining your guest list to create a more intimate and special occasion. Accommodating too many guests will making finding suitably sized villas in Italy more difficult and not everyone particularly wants to travel for these events. Consequently, the guest list can usually be narrowed down to close relatives and friends to experience the special day with you.

Getting married abroad can feel a bit daunting from an organisational point of view. However, unlike some European countries, Italian law only requires a bride and groom to travel to their destination a few days before the event, rather than weeks. Finding comfortable villas in Italy for your guests as well as florists and caterers can all be done through one of the many wedding coordination services available here. The excitement and welcoming atmosphere that the Italians provide guests and couples for these big events will certainly make your wedding a dream come true.

Jonathan Magoni is Senior Manager of Cottages to Castles, a family owned company specialising in high quality holiday villas, apartments and cottages in Italy. For spectacular villas in Italy in Tuscany, Sicily, the Italian lakes, ski resorts or city centres, we offer only the very best. Discover Italy at your own pace and without time restrictions in our hand picked villas and cottages.

Writer and Online Marketing Manager in London.