Looking for a unique place to say ‘I do’? If a church or barn is too conventional for you, think outside the box with one of these unique locations.
From an igloo to an underwater experience, there are no rules when it comes to your big day. Truly, anything goes. Here are a few unusual locations that will create a memorable wedding day.
Hotel Kakslauttanen in Lapland, Finland
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Hotel Kakslauttanen is an Arctic Resort found next to the Arctic Sea. For the full experience, book a winter wedding under the northern lights. The hotel features an Ice Chapel and a Pine Chapel, and bridal couples arrive on a reindeer carriage. Spend the night in your own personal igloo with a clear dome, allowing you to enjoy the sights of the clear sky.
Coney Island in New York, USA
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Coney Island is a world-famous amusement park in New York. Couples can enjoy an informal ceremony in the boarding area, then load onto a roller coaster for a thrilling loop around.
A glacier in Alaska, USA
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Couples wanting to elope should head to Alaska for a truly unique wedding on a glacier landing. The package includes a helicopter that lands at elevations of 1,800 to 3,500 feet, with ice up to 2,500 feet deep below your feet, making you feel like you’re the only people in the world.
The Little Nell in Aspen, Colorado
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Take a trip to Aspen, Colorado for a true winter wonderland wedding at The Little Nell Hotel. Guests can enjoy a gondola ride up the Aspen Mountain before they arrive at your wedding ceremony, which features breathtaking views of the famed Maroon Bells and the Rocky Mountains.
An underwater wedding experience in Mexico
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If getting married on land is too played out, why not head under the sea? Secret Resorts in Cozumel, Mexico offers a unique underwater wedding experience, allowing couples to say their “I do’s’ while enjoying a dive trip surrounded by fish and sea life.
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South African rocker Francois van Coke and his wife Lauren Badenhorst are celebrating nine years of marriage. Both took to social media to honour the occasion.
Badenhorst wrote, “Happy 9th Wedding Anniversary my life! ??? Ek hou nog vas (I’m still holding tight)”
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“9 Jaar#marriedlife @laliewild forever,” wrote the lead singer of Fokofpolisiekar and Van Coke Kartel on his personal Instagram.
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They tied the knot in 2012 at the Old Mac Daddy out in Grabouw. Keeping up with their alternative image, the bride walked down the aisle to the tunes of an electric guitar played by Van Coke Kartel guitarist Jedd Kossew.
Nine years later, the pair have two children and are still rocking together.
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The coronavirus pandemic has changed life as we know it, forcing us all to find contactless ways to go about our days and the wedding world is no different.
An Indian couple recently went viral for their inventive way of accepting monetary wedding gifts. Instead of a cash donation, this couple asked wedding guests to scan the QR code of Google Pay and PhonePe on their wedding invite so that they can easily transfer money without physical contact.
“About 30 persons had used the facility and gave cash as their wedding present,” said T.J.Jeyanthi, the mother of the bride. “This is the first time such a thing has been attempted in our family.”
Besides being COVID-19 safe, this is also a more eco-friendly option as it eliminates the need for envelopes and cards. It also makes it so much easier for you to save money, as it is already in your bank account.
Would you try this?
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Wedding stationery is a traditional way of inviting guests to join your special day, but many have replaced the paper invites with electronic ones. However, there is something personal about holding a beautiful card in your hand. It’s a keepsake and memory.
So, if you would like to send out paper invitations, remember to look for sustainable ways to wow your guests. Using recycled paper is eco-friendly and does not take anything new from the environment. Ditch the ribbons, stickers and other add-ons to make sure it is 100% biodegradable.
Here are some of the most exquisite eco-friendly wedding stationery out there to inspire you.
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