Planning to say “I do” somewhere unforgettable? These 18 destination wedding ideas are all about dreamy backdrops, meaningful details, and travel-worthy romance that make your big day feel like the adventure of a lifetime.
18 Destination Wedding Ideas We’re Jet-Setting to in 2025
If saying “I do” with a breathtaking backdrop sounds like your kind of romance, destination weddings in 2025 are pulling out all the stops. From sun-soaked beaches to historic villas and mountaintop views, couples are choosing locations that feel like a once-in-a-lifetime escape—for them and their guests.
Whether you’re planning a chic celebration abroad or an off-the-grid getaway, these 18 destination wedding ideas are packed with inspiration to make your big day unforgettable, no passport required.
1. Sun-Kissed & Just Said Yes
I mean… can you hear the waves clapping for this aisle? Because I can.
@bluewaterweddings nailed the dreamy-beach-wedding brief with this vibrant, floral-forward setup. The bright pops of pink, coral, and orange are pure joy, and those breezy palm-framed vows? Chef’s kiss. It’s tropical without being cheesy, colorful without chaos — and honestly, if my wedding didn’t look like a vacation brochure, what was it even for?
Perfect for barefoot brides and sunset kissers.
2. Greek Island Glow-Up
I took one look at this setup and immediately wanted to RSVP “yes” to my own wedding. Again.
@bluvows brought the Santorini sparkle with this all-white ceremony washed in ocean blues and little green apples lining the aisle (yes, apples — unexpected, adorable, and I’m weirdly into it). The soft breeze through those sheer drapes? Practically begging for a slow-mo veil moment.
It’s elegant but not fussy, breezy but not beachy. And that view? You might need a second ring — one for the caldera.
3. Mirror Mirror on the Lawn
Okay but — is this real life or a Vogue editorial?
Leave it to @coledrakeevents to transform a Napa hillside into an optical illusion of floral dreams. I mean, mirrored aisle? Framed floral portals? The whole setup feels like stepping into a couture daydream where the dress code is strictly “ethereal goddess.”
It’s sleek, surreal, and gloriously over-the-top… in that “tastefully rich aunt who summered in Capri” kind of way. I personally would not be surprised if the ceremony was officiated by a cloud.
4. Fit for a Modern-Day Monarch
Is it just me, or do you also hear a string quartet and faint whispers of “Your Grace” when you look at this?
@elanaevents took opulence and said let’s dial it to royal. From the cloudlike floral arch to that jaw-dropping grand staircase (perfect for your dramatic entrance, obviously), every inch is giving couture ceremony meets Bridgerton ballroom — but, like, with better lighting.
And let’s be real… if I had a dollar for every candle lining that aisle, I could probably book this venue twice.
5. A Garden Gala with Seaside Whimsy
I mean… if this setup by @ailuosidecor doesn’t make your heart skip a beat, check your pulse.
Imagine sipping champagne under cascading chandeliers, surrounded by lush greenery, blushy blooms, and windows that frame the ocean like a dream. It’s giving Marie Antoinette meets tropical garden soirée — which, quite frankly, is now the wedding theme I didn’t know I needed.
And can we take a moment for the symmetrical layout? My inner Virgo is applauding.
6. Floating Into Forever
There’s dreamy… and then there’s literally floating floral altar on water dreamy.
This ethereal stunner by @balieveplanner feels like it belongs in a modern fairytale, with soft clouds of white and cornflower blue blooms curling around a glass platform that hovers just above the waterline. It’s serene, spiritual, and just the right amount of extra (because yes, your wedding altar should defy gravity if it can).
If Poseidon had a wedding Pinterest board, this would be pinned at the top.
7. Lemons, Love, and La Dolce Vita
I mean… can you imagine saying “I do” with this view? Because I’m already halfway down the aisle, gelato in hand.
This charming cliffside moment feels plucked straight from a dream — or let’s be honest, an Amalfi Pinterest board I’ve definitely spiraled down more than once. The creamy floral arch frames the sea and mountain backdrop like it’s been waiting just for you, and the scattered ivory blooms lining the aisle? Utterly romantic.
And don’t get me started on the lemon trees — it’s giving zesty but elegant. A little Italy, a lot of magic.
8. Pastels & Palm Trees, Please
This one had me at hello sunshine and lilac blooms.
Created by the ever-dreamy team at @bluewaterweddings, this coastal ceremony setup feels like a whisper of a watercolor painting brought to life. The soft pastel florals spill down the aisle like a floral runway, with the ocean horizon framed perfectly by palm trees swaying like they know it’s a special day.
It’s elegant, breezy, and looks like the kind of aisle you float down—not walk. (Bonus points for those fairytale florals that somehow make 90 degrees feel romantic.)
9. Aisle of Grace
Now this is how you turn a sacred space into something straight out of a bridal dream journal.
Planned to perfection by @gracetheweddingplanner, this church aisle is layered in cascading white florals and flowing tulle, creating a serene path that feels both heavenly and heartfelt. I could practically hear the hush of anticipation in the air—like the flowers themselves are holding their breath.
And can we talk about that lush altar moment? It’s giving classic reverence meets floral abundance, and honestly, I wouldn’t be surprised if angels took notes.
10. Garden Stroll to “I Do”
If you’ve ever dreamed of gliding down the aisle like you’re floating through a cloud of blooms—this is it.
This breathtaking walkway by @mchoneevents wraps around the pool in a sea of white flowers that feel effortlessly lush and almost too perfect to be real (but yes, those petals are real and yes, we’re swooning). The contrast of crisp florals against soft greenery and sky feels like a deep breath of fresh air before the vows.
And let’s be honest—I’d happily walk this aisle twice. Once for the wedding, and once just to take it all in with my mimosa.
11. Mountain Majesty Meets Minimalist Magic
If a deep breath had a venue, this would be it.
Perched on a wooden platform high above the clouds, this alpine ceremony setup is every bit as serene as it is striking. That simple birch ring — raw, round, and wildly romantic — doesn’t try to compete with the drama of those snow-dusted peaks. It just whispers, let’s keep it grounded, babe.
And can we talk about the ghost chairs? Sleek, subtle, and basically floating in the sky — like the mountain version of walking on water. I wouldn’t be mad if my vows had a backdrop more photogenic than me.
12. The Boldest “Yes” Under the Sun
This one? She’s not shy. She’s that sun-drenched, sea-wrapped, showstopper of a setup that practically says “you’re marrying your soulmate and the ocean is your witness.”
Crafted by @nowweddings, this sky-high wood pergola stands confidently at the edge of the world (or at least it feels like it). I’m obsessed with how the red and ivory florals pop against the cobalt horizon, and those pampas accents? So editorial, it hurts. Honestly, if Poseidon had a Pinterest board, this would be pinned.
Hot take: If you’re going for oceanic drama with a side of “we flew here for this,” look no further.
13. Chapel Calm with a Texas Whisper
There’s something about a whitewashed chapel and soft florals that just gets me. Maybe it’s the quiet elegance. Maybe it’s the way the light spills in like a blessing. Or maybe it’s the guitar off to the side that says, “we’re about to cry during the vows and the music.”
Designed by @somethingborrowedeventco, this Dallas-meets-destination setup is a love letter to minimal romance. The wooden cross draped in pastels, the pew-side posies, the sky-high beams — it’s clean, serene, and secretly dramatic in that quiet luxury way.
If your dream day involves a gospel of soft light, soft music, and a whole lot of heart, this chapel sings.
14. Aisle of Dreams in Cabo
There’s something about walking barefoot on warm sand toward an arch of white blooms that just feels right, doesn’t it?
This dreamy beachfront setup by @pueblobonitoweddings brings all the romance of a coastal elopement — delicate baby’s breath clouds lining the aisle, a floral arch that’s practically glowing, and those golden chairs giving a hint of glam (without competing with the view).
It’s giving modern Greek goddess meets breezy destination vows… and honestly, I wouldn’t blame you for taking a detour down this aisle just for the photos.
15. Floating Into Forever
Okay but how is this real life?
This water-top ceremony by @ultimatedestinationweddings feels like something straight out of a dream — a glass aisle floating over a turquoise pool, flanked by soft baby’s breath, ivory blooms, and creamy pillar candles that look ready to glow come sunset.
And that floral arch? Cascading white florals so lush they practically drip romance. It’s modern luxury meets oceanside magic, and honestly, if your vows aren’t echoing off palm trees and infinity pools, are you even on vacation?
16. Old World, New Vows
There’s something utterly magical about saying “I do” beneath centuries-old arches, don’t you think?
This breathtaking ruin-turned-altar by @viviannebrichauxweddings feels like a love letter to history itself — with soft florals, creamy pillars, and weathered stone walls that whisper stories of the past. The natural patina of time sets off those blush blooms just right, creating a scene that’s as romantic as it is regal.
It’s giving “Romeo and Juliet” in the best way — minus the tragic ending, of course.
17. Heaven Meets Earth (Literally)
This view? This aisle? This floral fantasy? I had to double-check it wasn’t a dream.
@weddingvenuesdirectory served up pure storybook elegance with this destination setup overlooking the ocean. The trio of blossoming arches creates a portal straight into forever, wrapped in fluffy white petals that feel like clouds underfoot. And those modern white chairs? Chef’s kiss — they keep it fresh and just a little fancy.
It’s the kind of ceremony spot that makes your guests audibly gasp… and maybe text their group chat “okay this wedding is insane.”
18. Soft Sands & Sweet Simplicity
This ceremony setup by @pueblobonitoweddings is what barefoot wedding dreams are made of.
I’m obsessed with the geometric arch dripping in soft blush florals — it adds just the right dose of structure to all that sun-kissed serenity. The gentle slope of the beach, the golden light, the rows of chairs dressed in white — it’s calm, chic, and completely swoon-worthy.
And that welcome sign? It’s giving “this is going to be the most romantic day ever” energy without even trying.