Boutique Napa Real Wedding

Excitement

Napa Valley is one of Caleb and Brianne’s favorite places in the world. In fact, it is one of the first places the couple traveled to together. So, naturally, California’s wine country was top-of-mind when the couple began their search for the ideal wedding destination. Beyond loving the landscape, the couple knew it would be…

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A Sonoma Wine Country Wedding

Sweet Art

Caitlin met Mike when he was visiting her roommate during college for the weekend. The two say they had an initial spark, but college got in the way, and they didn’t stay in touch. Flash forward three years and Caitlin and Mike both lived in San Francisco and just so happened to run into each…

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A Sentimental San Diego Wedding

Kevin and Gina are a military couple who planned their destination wedding while stationed in the Middle East. No matter where they chose to say “I do,” they were going to have to plan from afar – something they’re used to! “For us, no matter where we chose was going to be a destination,” says…

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Sunny Solvang Destination Wedding

A Sentimental Ceremony

Annie and Aaron’s relationship goes back almost as far as their love affair with Santa Ynez, California. The area is home to a host of small, charming towns and amazing wineries. For their destination wedding, Annie and Aaron chose a private winery in Solvang. “We chose the winery because we loved its relaxed, beautiful feel,”…

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California Beach Black Tie Fashion

Fresh From The Sea

The inspiration behind this Fashion Forward photo shoot came from Destination I Do’s Editor in Chief, Jennifer Stein, who wanted to see a ceremony and reception in the sand, without sacrificing high-end glamor. Oceanfront nuptials don’t have to equate to casual style and laidback details. While there’s certainly nothing wrong with the boho style that…

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California by City & Sea

Planning For Perfection

Explore California by city and sea for your big day and experience these luxurious wedding venues. A Star-Worthy Hollywood Wedding Venue Imagine Hollywood: Granman’s Chinese Theater, generations of movie stars, bright lights, swaying palms and, of course, iconic Hollywood Boulevard. The Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, built in 1927, offers history, landmark attractions and stunning views. After…

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A Santa Monica Destination Wedding

Party PJs

A Santa Monica destination wedding not only provided newlyweds Samantha and PJ with a fun and sunny celebration, but the location was also a halfway point for both families in Australia and Ireland. Although the journey was similar for many guests, the families were not initially excited about the trip. “We didn’t get a positive…

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Central Coast California Weddings

Wine-O's Welcome

The Central Coast of California, The Perfect Blend of Wine and Fun If you picture yourselves exchanging vows under a beautiful flower arbor in wine country, then consider the Central Coast of California. Rolling hills lined with row after row of grapevines, blue skies and magnificent views of the Pacific Ocean take you in as…

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A Palm Springs Destination Wedding

Positive Reactions

Kate and Scott wanted to make sure their destination wedding was at a halfway point for all their friends and family. “I’m from Sydney, Australia and [Scott] is from London, England, so we needed a destination wedding so that it was fair to both sides of the family and to allow everyone an opportunity to…

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