1. Malta

Choosing Malta to celebrate your new journey with the love of your life is the kind of decision that you will be thankful you made every time you glance at your framed wedding photo, in which you and your partner are more blissfully in love than you could have ever imagined.

So, what is it that makes Malta such a competitive destination when planning weddings in Europe? Every whim, desire, dream and wish can be catered for and fully satisfied in Malta.

Getting married abroad means planning your guests’ holiday for them, so, when hosting weddings in Europe, you need to be sure that your guests will be comfortable, entertained and well-fed for the duration of their stay, whether they are travelling alone, or with family. Malta is versatile and vibrant enough to fulfill everyone’s desires.

The weather is a huge factor that magnifies Malta’s appeal, with the highest number of sunshine hours logged in Europe! In fact, family and friends will gladly follow you to this delightfully warm climate to celebrate your union. So much so that they might even linger well into the honeymoon, and with Malta’s convenient location in the heart of the Mediterranean Sea, it is easily accessible for your loved ones to jet off with you.

The warm climate is also reflected in this island nation’s people. Maltese people are known for their hospitable nature, and their sunny disposition and desire to accommodate makes getting married abroad so much less work.

Maltese people also know a thing or two about feeding others with love and passion, so you are guaranteed to have memorable dishes being served to you and your guests. As far as cuisine options go, Malta has been influenced by diverse cultures, so you and your partner have the luxury and freedom to satisfy your palates, no matter how selective you believe your taste to be!

Let us not forget the ample choice of venues! Anything from alluring beach weddings, luxurious palazzi and enchanting vineyards are easily within your reach in Malta – it is simply a question of how you would like to tell your unique fairy tale.

Getting married abroad has the potential to be a logistical nightmare. There is a lot of planning, testing, tasting and shopping around that you will not be physically present for. You need someone you trust wholeheartedly to transform your dream into reality and appreciate the magnitude of the responsibility. Sarah Young is highly regarded and sought-after to organise couples’ momentous occasion and with excellent reason. Contact Sarah Young or visit her website to hear from the hundreds of happy couples she has helped make the leap in beautiful Malta.

2. Italy

Italy’s landscape is diverse enough to host both winter weddings and beach weddings, making it another top destination to consider if you are getting married abroad. Luxury weddings on a lake, in lush vineyards or celebrating your love with the magnificence of the Alps behind you are also options offered when celebrating weddings in Europe, which may all be found in Italy itself.

Another advantage is their fresh Italian cuisine, which has been the subject of imitation worldwide, but nothing could ever compare to the culinary masters themselves!

The country that coined the concept of “La Bella Vita” is sure to deliver a day to remember.

3. France

Nothing screams elegance and sophistication quite like a wedding in France, and, once again, the sheer diversity of the environment can offer you an overwhelming number of options ranging from picturesque little villages to host you and your guests, artisanal bakers to cater the cake of your dreams and rich, romantic tradition that has elevated the experience of weddings in Europe all on its own.

4. Spain

With stunning architecture and a truly warm-natured people, it is no wonder that many opt to celebrate their union in Spain.

Spain’s beautiful white-sand, long beaches along its 5000 km coastline make beach weddings distinguishable from any other weddings in Europe.

If you and your lover are planning on getting married abroad and are considering Spain as your spectacular destination, do not forget to legalise your marriage in your own country before jetting off to host the celebration! Unlike other weddings in Europe, only Spanish residents can legalise their marriage in Spain.

5. Greece

Greece can offer you and your loved one iconic islands, ancient ruins, divine food and a warm climate when getting married abroad.

Whether you would like to have a religious or civil wedding, you may choose to incorporate some romantic Greek traditions and customs into your ceremony, such as placing crowns over the celebrated couple to make truly make the day all about them.