A decade of love in this year’s Wedding Vacations by Sunwing edition

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Wedding Vacations by Sunwing is back for a very special 10th anniversary edition! We packed a ton into this issue to help future wedding couples get inspired for their big day under the sun. From dreamy resort spotlights to host your big day to interviews with wedding experts, insight from photographers, fashion tips, the latest wedding trends and an inside look at the extravagant nuptials of this year’s cover star, TV host and creative director extraordinaire, Amanda Aerin, who wed in Mexico last year – we picked out some of our favourite highlights to get you started planning your big day!

The 4-1-1 on the latest destination wedding trends

We know this is what you’ve been waiting for – the inside scoop on the latest trends in destination weddings! This year, couples are looking to shed some new light on their big day with tiki torches, string light canopies, abstract fixtures and elegant chandeliers. Plus, couples are foregoing traditional number settings for a more personal touch like throwback photos, customized notebooks and combining wedding favours with table numbers like bottles of wine with each guest’s name. We also looked at some bridal hairstyles that are fit for paradise and look just as good going from your oceanfront ceremony to a reception on the terrace. There’s more to learn, but you’ll have to check out the magazine for the rest!

Green is the colour of paradise

We can say this with confidence – green will never go out of style! If you’re looking to help your budget and Mother Earth on your big day, we’ve got the inspo you need to plan your dream (and guilt free) destination wedding. With eco-friendly weddings continuing to be all the rage, vendors and wedding planners are expanding their offerings to include sustainable options for couples looking to keep it green, while saving some green, of course. From eco-friendly resorts to locally sourced florals and trendy ways to keep your décor and wardrobe earth conscious, we’ve got tips and tricks for your perfectly responsible wedding in paradise.

Don’t sweat the details at top-rated hotels

Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or a big blowout event, the right resort can make all the difference. With so many resort brands to love, one of our top picks for idyllic destination weddings has to be RIU Hotels & Resorts with stunning properties for every couple in the tropics. Plus, RIU has everything a couple needs for their perfect wedding, from social packages that cover any event from birthdays to bach parties and the Indulgence Wedding Collection, combining elegant event planning services with personal pampering. Sounds pretty good, eh? You can stop dreaming and start planning your dream wedding with instant savings from RIU Hotels & Resorts!

Bachelor and bachelorette parties that up the ante

Toast to your engagement in style by hosting your bach crew for an unforgettable celebration in the CHIC Mansion at Royalton CHIC Punta Cana, An Autograph Collection All Inclusive Resort and Casino Adults Only, equipped with a private pool, butler service, a personal chef experience, a fully-stocked bar and even more! Or, turn the fun up to 11 at the Music Lab at Hard Rock Hotel Cancun where you can star in your own music video, learn to spin like a professional DJ and record your own song at the on-site studio. Looking for something a little more zen? BodyHoliday Saint Lucia is the perfect spot for a spa getaway with the besties!

Start your marriage off with an adventure

If you ask us, the cherry on top of your destination wedding is absolutely a honeymoon filled with one-of-a-kind adventures in paradise. Create memories you’ll never forget with excursions from NexusTours.com! Heading off for an excursion after the big day is a great way to start your happily ever after, sharing in incredible experiences that you won’t find anywhere else. Whether you’re looking to explore lush landscapes and dive the deep blue, walk hand-in-hand through history and culture or simply find new beaches to soak up the sun together, we highlighted some of our favourite activities to try in Mexico, the Dominican Republic and Jamaica.

Bring your dream wedding to life with us

Our team of wedding experts make planning your destination wedding a tropical breeze! They take care of all the logistics from the flight, budget tracking and vendors to organizing all the wow-worthy details with our hotel partners in Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean. No matter your wedding vision, Sunwing Weddings offers a range of packages that can be tailored to suit your style, like our exclusive Diamond, Platinum, Platinum Plus and Utsav South Asian wedding planning services that feature personalized wedding consulting services, wedding date, time and location confirmation, custom wedding budget spreadsheet legal requirements and yes, you guessed it, more!