Destination Weddings in the Pacific Islands

Celebrate your wedding in the Pacific Islands and you really will feel like you are getting married in paradise. These countless islands, from relatively large Bali to the five thousand tiny and uninhabited isles of the Philippines, are sparkling jewels set in a turquoise ocean. They are famed for their white sand beaches, towering mountains, verdant hills and spectacular volcanoes, valleys and waterfalls.

Numerous traditional villages, hidden away in the islands interiors, are a world away from the lively cities with their myriad of cultural influences and exciting nightlife. The Pacific Islands are of simply stunning natural beauty and full of romance for an unforgettable wedding day.

Many local traditions can from part of your wedding. In the Cook Islands, an uto tree is planted to symbolize a new beginning. Tropical flowers will feature strongly - as decoration, scattered by the flower girls, showered over the newly married couple and wreathed into the bride's hair. Traditional dance is often performed at weddings, and the melodies of local musicians accompany the celebrations.

At your wedding reception you will be able to enjoy the delicious Pacific Islands cuisine, which includes an abundance of tropical fruit, fresh seafood, meat, spices and a huge variety of vegetables. Wedding cakes in this region are often very elaborate.

Whether you are looking for a big celebration or an intimate ceremony, the tropical Pacific Islands offer an idyllic backdrop for your wedding day.