Weddings Travel, 2012

There are unique challenges to planning a destination wedding, and that's exactly why we created this special issue. Find original ideas, expert tips, and stunning locations for you to consider. The most important takeaway: Let your locale do the work. Whether you're heading for the hills of Tuscany or hitting the beaches of Tulum, allow the region to inspire your food, decor, music -- even your dress.

Good Things

Before you jet away, find a place in your suitcase for these first-class projects. They're packable, affordable, and import major style.
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Projects:
No-Sew Welcome Bag How-To
Friendship Bracelet Save-the-Date Cards
Yerba Mate Tea Tin Clip Art
Tulip Favor Packaging Clip Art

Destination Weddings

Six adventurous couples ace the art of feting away in a foreign location.
Olivia & Peter: Tulum, Mexico
Nicole & Jacob: Tuscany, Italy
Happy & John: Charleston, South Carolina
Amy & Gabe: Palm Springs, California
Damita & Dylan: St. Barts
Maggie & Jason: Port Clyde, Maine

Planning Smarts

Learn all you need to know about throwing a destination event.
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Wedding Destinations Abroad

Discover our favorite secret sides of the Caribbean, Mexico, and Hawaii.
See the Locations

Location-Insipred Wedding Bouquets

Browse these bountiful bouquets that complement your ceremony's setting.
See the Flowers

Registry: Global Finds

Fill your new nest with products inspired by your favorite places.
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Beauty: Pretty, Portable Products

Get wedding-ready products and tools that deserve a spot in your suitcase.
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Insiders' Guide: Hanging With Locals

Trendsetters on what not to miss in their cities.
Insiders' Guide to Rio
Insiders' Guide to Sydney
Insiders' Guid to Paris

Destination Weddiquette

Answers to your most puzzling questions.
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Real Couples' Honeymoon Diaries

Newlyweds share highlights from their unforgettable trips.
Honeymoon Diary: Thailand
Honeymoon Diary: Madagascar & Mauritius
Honeymoon Diary: Iceland