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Sunny LGBTQ Wedding at Dreams Macao Beach Punta Cana

Sunny LGBTQ Wedding at Dreams Macao Beach Punta Cana

Words by Lauren Ertl

When Quilla and Maria first connected on Hinge during the COVID-19 shutdown, they could never have imagined that their love story would one day lead to a sun-kissed ceremony at…

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9 Cities Perfect for LGBTQ Weddings Outside of the U.S.

9 Cities Perfect for LGBTQ Weddings Outside of the U.S.

Words by Lauren Ertl

What better time than Pride Month to spotlight some of the most vibrant, inclusive, and unforgettable cities for LGBTQ+ destination weddings beyond U.S. borders? These destinations don’t just tolerate queer…

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Ideas For Personalizing Your LGBTQ Wedding

Ideas For Personalizing Your LGBTQ Wedding

Words by Jessie Allen

Personalizing your LGBTQ destination wedding is an excellent way to infuse your identity, values, and love story into the celebration. We explore some creative ideas to help you make your…

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How Can I Make My Destination Wedding More Affordable for Guests

How Can I Make My Destination Wedding More Affordable for Guests

Words by Kinsley Brown

While a destination wedding might be your dream, it shouldn’t become a financial strain on the people you love. In fact, according to a recent report from Intuit Credit Karma,…

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Costa Rica Chapel Wedding with a Volcano View

Costa Rica Chapel Wedding with a Volcano View

Words by Jessie Allen

If you ask Clara and Matt about the start of their love story, it begins with a snowstorm, a musical, and a Chipotle burrito. (Yes, really.) Their first meeting happened…

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Wellness Before “I Do”: How Couples Can Reset with Intention

Wellness Before “I Do”: How Couples Can Reset with Intention

Words by Jennifer Stein

In a world where wedding planning can often feel like a high-stakes sprint rather than a joyful journey, Angela Proffitt is on a mission to rewrite the narrative. Known for…

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Glamorous Island Wedding on St. Barths

Glamorous Island Wedding on St. Barths

Words by Kinsley Brown

When Jennifer and Dave decided to tie the knot, they knew one thing for certain: a one-day, ballroom-back-home situation just wasn’t their style. “We wanted to celebrate our love for…

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Navigating Grief While Planning Your Wedding

Navigating Grief While Planning Your Wedding

Words by Jessie Allen

Weddings are a time of joy, love, and new beginnings—but for many, they also stir up a quiet undercurrent of grief. Whether it’s the absence of a parent, the loss…

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Chic Tropical Wedding at Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit

Chic Tropical Wedding at Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit

Words by Lauren Ertl

For Steve and Melvine (Mely), a traditional hometown wedding just wasn’t going to cut it. “We felt that you only get married once, and we wanted our wedding to be…

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7 Tips for Multicultural Destination Weddings

7 Tips for Multicultural Destination Weddings

Words by Zameenah Mckoy

Planning a destination wedding comes with exciting possibilities—but for some couples, it also entails a meaningful responsibility: honoring both the bride and groom’s heritage. For bride Danielle and her partner Osaheni,…

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