Most weddings these days are held at either a five-star hotel or a boring community centre. You don`t want to get married that way, do you? If your dream is to make your wedding an unforgettable one (not that you`ll ever forget your wedding), think about a completely different way to do it in an interesting overseas destination.
Destination weddings are the in thing, be it beach destinations or exclusive resorts. Around India, short-haul destinations are the immediate choice — Bali in Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Mauritius, Singapore, Sri Lanka and, now, even China.
Imagine your wedding in Bali — an exotic island with the scent of tropical flowers wafting in the evening breeze. A wedding is a very important event here, as it marks the start of a new stage in couples lives, and unites two families. Musicians will serenade the couple upon their arrival at the ceremony, and young girls in traditional Balinese costume are the bridesmaids.
Phuket in Thailand is another dream wedding destination, with Thai Buddhist weddings being particularly popular among foreign visitors.
A Thai wedding is a kaleidoscope of music and dance, reflecting the beauty and grace of Thai culture. The wedding can take place in a number of perfect settings to realise your dream of a sunset and sunrise, a tropical beach, a garden, a dream island, waterfall or maybe even a Buddhist temple.
Malaysia with its multi-cultural hues is a beautiful destination to explore for wedding options. Weddings in Malaysia are a great cause for celebration, infused with age-old traditions which you can choose to incorporate into your wedding day. Malay, Chinese, Indian and other indigenous influences combine to create a fascinating culture in an awe-inspiring natural setting.
The most exotic of the lot, though, is Mauritius which is popular for its beach weddings. With thickly wooded mountain peaks towering above a stunning coastline, Mauritius has an air of sophistication and a unique blend of French, Indian, Chinese and Creole cultures. Resorts such as Sugar Beach, Dinarobin, Le Canonnier, Le Paradis, Le Touessrok, Taj Exotica and Paradise Cove all offer great settings to get married in.
Do clarify all legal formalities for getting married internationally and once through with these, enjoy the bliss!
Source: www.business-standard.com (15 Mei 2007)
