From winter wonderlands to a romantic, tropical getaway, check out the best destinations to make your winter wedding merrier than Christmas.
Trento in Italy
Make a toast to the happy couple with one of Trento’s famous, local wines
Northern Italy offers happy couples a combination of romantic landscapes—think rolling hills and idyllic farmhouses—and mild, dry weather, guaranteeing a hassle-free trip to the altar.
While Verona and Lake Garda are more popular destinations for elaborate celebrations, the historic town of Trento offers old-world charm and a relaxed atmosphere. Be sure to toast to the happy couple with one of Trento’s famous, local wines for an unforgettable reception.
Check in to the Komodo Apartments.
for the most beautiful surroundings – and for stunning wedding photos ops.
Lake Placid in New York, USA
Enjoy a wedding backdrop of snow-covered trees and ice skating on the frozen lake
If you’re looking for a charming wedding destination straight out of Pinterest, Lake Placid in New York state is hard to beat. During winter, the lake becomes even more impressive thanks to ice skating on its frozen surface, a blanket of snow covering the ground outside, and frost-tipped trees.
For the best wedding location to go along with the wintry surroundings, check in to The Whiteface Lodge. This wooden structure offers the perfect backdrop for exchanging vows in the Adirondack Mountains.
Jukkasjärvi in Sweden
Say “I do” in the Jukkasjärvi Ice Church
The Icehotel in Jukkasjärvi is made out of ice from the nearby Torne River and decorated with ice sculptures by international artists. Although heated rooms are available, sleeping in the icy “Art Room”’ under a blanket of reindeer hides and thermal sleeping bags is a unique way to spend your wedding night.
If you want to keep the ice theme going, why not have the ceremony next door in the hotel’s Ice Church? It’s open from December to April each year and embodies pure, wintertime romance.
Bariloche in Argentina
Chocolate shops, ski runs, cozy bars, and plenty of snow
The city of Bariloche, located in the foothills of the Andes, is often called “Little Switzerland” thanks to its chocolate shops, ski runs, cozy bars, and fluffy snow. Book a stay at the Llao Llao Resort for a white wedding that will leave your guests warm and toasty.
Turks and Caicos in The Caribbean
If you're tying the knot during a European winter, try escaping to a white sandy beach instead
Looking for a white winter wedding but not exactly feeling the cold? Then head to the pearly sand beaches of Turks and Caicos.
Although the islands have plenty of luxury hotels and venues to host your wedding party, the COMO on Parrot Cay offers an extra special experience. The island’s laid-back vibe and unbeatable views are best from the COMO’s infinity pool. And what better way to say your vows than on a private beach overlooking the Caribbean Sea?