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Why Malta is the ‘New Italy’ for 2026 Destination Weddings

Why Malta is the ‘New Italy’ for 2026 Destination Weddings

Words by Be Inspired

Italy will always have a permanent place in the landscape of destination weddings. From the sun-drenched villas of Tuscany to the dramatic cliffs of the Amalfi Coast, the grandeur of…

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Zimbabwean Wedding at I Borghi Dell’Eremo in Umbria, Italy

Zimbabwean Wedding at I Borghi Dell’Eremo in Umbria, Italy

Words by Kinsley Brown

When Alexio first messaged Natasha on Facebook, she didn’t respond. He tried again and again. After a few months of what she generously describes as “patient and persistent” outreach, she…

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Western-Chic Mountain Wedding in Aspen, Colorado

Western-Chic Mountain Wedding in Aspen, Colorado

Words by Olivia Curley

Clare and Kobe found each other the modern way, on Hinge, in 2021, at a time when neither was looking for anything permanent. Kobe was still playing football at Colorado…

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Why San Francisco & Beacon Grand Are Ideal for LGBTQ+ Weddings

Why San Francisco & Beacon Grand Are Ideal for LGBTQ+ Weddings

Words by Jennifer Stein

For decades, San Francisco has stood as a symbol of equality, self-expression, and LGBTQ+ pride. While many destinations now celebrate inclusive weddings, few places offer the same rich history, welcoming…

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Enchanting Castle Wedding in Beautiful Puglia, Italy

Enchanting Castle Wedding in Beautiful Puglia, Italy

Words by Jessie Allen

What is a stellar wedding planner and designer to do when it’s finally their turn to get married? For Gionata, the answer was to go to Puglia, Italy, and join…

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How Queer Couples Are Bringing Color Back to Wedding Designs

How Queer Couples Are Bringing Color Back to Wedding Designs

Words by Olivia Curley

After a long period of dual or monochrome color palettes reigning wedding design trends, the floodgates are opening to a new era. This wedding design era is bursting with multi-colored…

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Wedding Soiree in South Africa’s Stellenbosch Wine Region

Wedding Soiree in South Africa’s Stellenbosch Wine Region

Words by Lauren Ertl

From meeting in the dorms at UC Berkeley in 2012 to saying “I do” under the cover of a 300-year-old camphor tree in South Africa, Kayla and Steve’s love story…

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Top LGBTQ-Friendly Wedding Destinations in the Caribbean & Central America

Top LGBTQ-Friendly Wedding Destinations in the Caribbean & Central America

Words by Lauren Ertl

When searching for a warm, tropical destination in Central America and the Caribbean for your LGBTQ wedding, it’s important to select a location not only safe for you and your…

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Unexpected Wedding Gifts That Feel Meaningful, Modern, and Elevated

Unexpected Wedding Gifts That Feel Meaningful, Modern, and Elevated

Words by Marisol Acosta

This gift guide brings together ideas that make choosing an extra-special item for an adventurous couple much easier. Here are our top picks for thoughtful, sentimental, or ultra-modern gifts that…

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