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The Most Unique Weddings In The World

Looking for a wedding destination that’s as unique as your love? These five breathtaking locations offer unforgettable backdrops for a truly extraordinary celebration. From exchanging vows beneath the crystal-clear waters of the Maldives to soaring high above Turkey's fairy-tale landscape in a hot air balloon, these destinations redefine romance. Whether you dream of a cultural fusion celebration in New York, a safari in South Africa, or a jungle escape in Costa Rica, these stunning spots promise not just a wedding, but a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Prepare for adventure, beauty, and memories that will last forever.

Underwater Destination Wedding

Incorporating their love for all things oceanic, an adventurous couple tied the knot underwater in the crystal-clear waters of the Maldives. The ceremony was held at the world’s first underwater chapel, located in a luxury resort where the bride and groom exchanged vows surrounded by vibrant marine life. Guests were able to watch the ceremony through the chapel’s large glass windows with the event also featuring a post-wedding celebratory dive, where the couple, along with a few guests, swam with sea turtles and explored the ocean.

South African Safari Wedding

A couple seeking adventure and romance chose to exchange their vows during a safari in South Africa’s Kruger National Park to the background of the spectacular savannah and native wildlife. Officiated by a ranger, guests watched the ceremony from nearby safari vehicles as the couple stood beneath a large acacia tree, where they exchanged vows whilst elephants and zebras roamed in the background. Afterward, guests enjoyed a private safari tour before a luxury bush dinner under the stars in one of the world’s most iconic safari destinations.

Sky High Wedding in Turkey

Amongst the clouds, a couple chose to get married high above the landscape in Cappadocia, Turkey, one of the most breathtaking places in the world. As the sun began to rise, the ceremony began, with the couple exchanging vows in a hot air balloon while floating above the fairy chimneys and cave dwellings. Guests watched the ceremony from the ground, and the celebration continued with a private reception at a local cave hotel with many remembering the incredible destination wedding as a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and an unforgettable adventure.

Costa Rica Treehouse Wedding

Hidden amongst the lush natural beauty of the breathtaking rainforests of Costa Rica, a couple chose to exchange vows at a private, luxury treehouse resort in an intimate ceremony. The newlyweds celebrated their love high in the treetops, surrounded by tropical greenery, wildlife and the sounds of nature. The couple walked down an aisle adorned with Costa Rican flowers and ferns, with the officiant leading the ceremony under a canopy of giant trees. After the vows were exchanged, guests were treated to a reception held on an expansive wooden deck overlooking the jungle with the entire intimate and eco-friendly experience providing a unique opportunity to marry amidst one of the world’s most biodiverse environments.