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Have you been dreaming of a destination wedding with only your nearest and dearest in attendance? Fortunately, there are a variety of locations for an intimate destination wedding that provide stunning accommodations and event spaces with reasonable rates. In addition to providing our top locations and wedding venues for this type of celebration, here are some intimate destination wedding ideas to make the planning process<\/a> as easy as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Carefully create your guest list<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

One of the first steps in planning your intimate wedding is crafting the guest list. Because you want fewer guests, it\u2019s best to limit your list to only those loved ones you can\u2019t possibly imagine getting married without.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Consider a beach wedding<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A beach wedding can be an excellent choice, as it typically means you\u2019ll be saying “I do” in a stunning natural landscape that limits the amount of money you\u2019ll have to spend on decor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Consider the weather<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Because many areas have dry and rainy seasons, or periods of time when the weather might be exceedingly hot or cold, it\u2019s best to research the weather in your desired location for the time of year you\u2019re hoping to wed. This research can help you avoid uncomfortable weather on your wedding day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Make an inspiration board<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Clarify your vision for your dream wedding by crafting an inspiration board. All you have to do is clip images of weddings, flowers, colors, food, rings, dresses, your wedding location, and other images that capture the essence of how you want your special day to look and feel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hire a local wedding planner<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You can simplify the process of navigating the marriage laws, and other unique aspects of your chosen location by hiring a wedding planner who works in the municipality where you\u2019ll tie the knot. They\u2019ll likely know all the local requirements and might even have some tricks up their sleeve for simplifying the process. They may also know all the best local vendors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Look into travel requirements<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Researching whether things like Covid tests, visas, or certain vaccinations\u00a0are required to get to your location can help ensure you, the wedding party, and other guests have plenty of time to get all the requirements taken care of.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Research local marriage laws<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you want to obtain your marriage license during your destination wedding, look into local laws because they often vary by location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Create a wedding website<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Minimize the number of questions you have to field from guests by making a wedding website<\/a> where you can list your registry details<\/a> and other information about your wedding. For example, you can include the best ways to get to your wedding destination, travel requirements, where you\u2019ll block out rooms or houses, ground transportation information, and other essential details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Top locations and venues for an intimate destination wedding<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

California<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

With a Mediterranean climate, stunning natural environments, and a culture that\u2019s the ideal combination of sophistication, flair, and fun, California is one of the loveliest choices for an intimate destination wedding. This acclaimed state is home to wedding venues that include everything from flowering gardens, wineries, and historic homes to chic rooftops with epic views, fine art galleries, and eateries that are all about luxury.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can also have your pick of event spaces sprinkled along the coast, perched in the mountains, or positioned in a trendy area of one of the state\u2019s popular cities like Los Angeles, San Francisco, or San Diego. Essentially, California has something for everyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n