European Destination Wedding Journal

Insights and guidance from over a decade of planning intimate weddings, elopements, and vow renewals in Europe's most beautiful destinations.

Wedding couple in Germany drinking from a traditional bridal chalice during their wedding ceremony.

A Guide to Wedding Traditions in Germany

A handfasting ceremony for a wedding in Ireland

A Guide to Wedding Traditions in Ireland

couple kissing at their elopement in Florence

A Guide to Wedding Traditions in Italy

A bride and a groom in summer eating pastéis de nata

A Guide to Wedding Traditions in Portugal

Spanish dance at a wedding

A Guide to Wedding Traditions in Spain

Wedding ceremony in Spain

When to get married in Spain: a guide to weather, regions and costs, plus professional planner tips

Bride and groom sharing an intimate moment on terrace overlooking Douro Valley during their destination wedding in Portugal

When to get married in Portugal: a complete seasonal guide

Bride and groom walking along a nature park teeming with beautiful autumn colors during their destination wedding in Ireland

When to get married in Ireland: seasons, regions and tips from our professional planners

Newlyweds holding each other's hands while walking at a park overlooking Lake Como for their destination wedding in Italy.

When to get married in Italy: weather, costs and insider tips for planning your perfect destination wedding

Bride and groom in front of their guests during the outdoor ceremony of their destination wedding in Tuscany, Italy

Destination Weddings in Tuscany

Red shoes covered in sand after an adventure elopement in Ireland

Bridal shoes inspirations for adventure elopements

Legal requirements for weddings in Italy

How to have a legal wedding in France

Requirements for a legal marriage in Spain

Wedding ceremony in a castle library in Germany

Legal requirements to get married in Germany

Couple signing their marriage certificate at their legally-binding church wedding in Portugal

Legal requirements for a wedding in Portugal

Legal paperwork requirements to get married in Ireland

Spain vs. Portugal: where should we elope?

Four amazing venues for a scenic elopement in Tuscany

Wedding traditions in Austria, Switzerland and Germany

Requirements for legal marriage in Austria

28 top picks for accommodation near Cliffs of Moher - Where to stay

9 best places to elope in Ireland

Getting married in Italy: what you need to know about the SIAE tax

Unusual & unique wedding venues in Northern Ireland

Brides do Good: Wedding dresses to end child marriage

Busting the myth - are weddings on the Cliffs of Moher still permitted?

How to get legally married in Ireland - different types of wedding ceremonies

Legal requirements for Australian citizens to get married in Italy

Wedding insurance exists! Here’s why you should get one for your destination wedding

How to plan a wedding at the Cliffs of Moher

The 6 most awesome Amalfi Coast wedding venues in Italy

How to elope to Ireland - A guide for your wedding or elopement in Ireland

Elopement packages - 8 reasons why you need one

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