Destination I Do

Stop everything! We’re sharing expert insights on the hottest destination wedding trends expected in 2026. 🔥 Spoiler: It’s all about intentionality, deep connection, and making your wedding feel like a custom-designed retreat. Here are the biggest shifts coming: ✨ The Vibe: Trading the 12-hour marathon for a multi-day, multi-event schedule that builds in rest and relaxation, not just celebration. 🏰 The Venue: Couples are opting for FULL PROPERTY BUYOUTS—taking over boutique hotels and private villas to create their own exclusive world (like Adult Summer Camp, but make it chic). 🌿 The Design: We’re saying goodbye to straight lines and no themes and hello to the romance of ground-level floral installations and pop culture reception themes! ❤️ The Focus: The ultimate priority is the thoughtful guest experience. Handwritten notes, bespoke gifting, and intentional, multi-day itineraries are now essential elements, ensuring every guest feels central to the celebration. Comment “trends” for a link to read the full 2026 forecast and find out what destinations are blowing up next year! Featuring insights from @gianevents @isarodriguezphotography @foxandfigphotography @casaofficiale @bweddingschicago @tarynstarkwyant @armenteros.weddings @maricarmenmaffioli

A joy bomb of a Mexico beach wedding, for your viewing pleasure! ✨🌈🦄 Natalie and Patrick’s Cancun celebration brought folks as far as Alaska to this tropical paradise to partake in all the fun! From the groom’s pink suit (plus custom tie) and the bride’s personally designed colorful dress to the spin-to-order cocktail menu, you’ll want to take notes on this wedding! 📝 Comment “joy” for a link to the full feature on DestinationIDo.com 🩷❤️🧡💛💚🩵💙💜 Photography: @annaandmateo Bride + Stationery: @natterdoodles Venue: @finestplayamujeres Florals & Furniture: @velveteventsdesign & Decor Flores y Gazebos DJ: @dj_ivan_gomez Balloons: @youngandwildballoonco Ties: @gooddeacraftschool Suit: @menswearhouse Photo Booth: Print the Moment Makeup: Abigail Braun Hair: @hairby.donnaellen @virtuevegansalon

If your destination wedding day doesn’t make you feel like jumping in a body of water clothed, did it even actually happen? 🛟🌊🚤 Comment “Lake Como” for a DM link to see more of these gorgeous wedding photo shoot! 💖 Plannning & Design: @elizabethelkins.events Photo & Video: @monocromo_studio Flower Designer: @carolinastefanoni_ Venues: @villa_leduetorrette @villamonastero_official @villanoseda_sanremo Models: @_marissa.rose @luka_sacer Catering & Rentals: @areakitchen_group Hair: @ganna_hairstyle Makeup: @ecaterina.ivanova_mua Dress & Earrings: @bellabridesmaids @bellabridesmaidschs Second Bridal Outfit: @houseofadriana Rings: @eastwestgemco Stationery: @thefinerprints Travel Agent: @monicajoy_luxurydestinations Boat: @elisabetta.classic.riva

Charleston and its vintage beach vibes tugged on Veronica and Nicolo’s heartstrings from the start. Nicolo’s parents reside just outside of the city in Summerville, so every time the couple would visit them, they’d fall in love all over again with Charleston. Naturally, when they began planning their wedding, knowing they wanted a destination celebration from the start to have more built-in time with their loved ones, “The Holy City” called to them.  Comment “Charleston” for a link to more! Venue @theparsonage_chs 
Photographer @alishacoryphotography 
Planning @sweet_peach_planning 
Rentals @ibaeventrentals_ 
Catering @duvalleventschs 
DJ @charlestoneventpros 
Cake @risebakerychs 
Gelato @gelatimoto 
Cannoli mingle @lowcountrycannoli 
Hair @beautybygiginj 
Make up @veronicahencoskihair 
Dress @grace_loves_lace 
Car @totosmotossc 
Florals @wisteriadesigns

Ditch the isle, run towards the mountains. ⛰️ That was Danelle and Joe’s philosophy for their wedding day, and these were the results! Gorgeous, right? Comment “Dolomites” for a link to see more! 📸 @ejlewis 🚁 @kronairfly 🛶 @lapalafitta_lagodibraies

Imagine being able to say your wedding was held at the actual Pyramids of Giza! It was no easy feat, that’s for sure. Check out the full story of how the couple pulled it off on destinationido.com or comment “Giza” for a direct link message. ✨ 📸 @namanverma 🎥 @thehouseontheclouds

The wedding of your dreams is here, and it’s on @sandalsbeachesweddings ✨ Get the best value in the Caribbean at Sandals® and Beaches®Resorts, where your whole wedding is already part of the package. Yes, really! 🍾 Comment “free” below to learn more about the offer and how you can earn your own small beach wedding! ☀️

Introducing our newest vendor partner…Emotions Eventi serves as a premier bridge between a couple’s dream and the reality of the Italian landscape. As a Verona-based agency, they specialize in sourcing the region’s most exclusive venues and managing every sensory detail, from the first floral arrangement to the final glass of Valpolicella. 🇮🇹 Write “Italy wedding” below for a DM link to learn more about and book @emotions_eventi_verona for your celebration! 🥂

The perfect intimate So Cal Destination wedding of Madi and Julian, coming to @destinationido on August 12. The colorful florals designed by planner & floral designer @isabelleklinedesign took the main stage for this beachside wedding in San Capistrano, California. The couple wanted to spend a week at the beach surrounded by their loved ones and kicked off their wedding weekend with a rooftop pizza dinner at @264fresco , then hosted their intimate wedding at @olehansonbeachclub . @maddiib & Julian, your joy is infectious and it was a delight to celebrate your wedding weekend alongside you! Planner @isabelleklinedesign Photographer @emily.wilkerson.photo Venue @olehansonbeachclub Welcome party venue @264fresco Content Creator @alwaysabride.events DJ @djdanielsee Beauty @designvisage Cake/Desserts @sugarblossombakeshop Coffee Cart @ghostcoffee.co String Quartet @innocentistrings San Clemente Wedding Venue San Diego Wedding Venue San Diego Wedding Photographer Ole Hansen Beach Club Mission at San Capistrano Franciscan Gardens Orange County Wedding Photographer

Would you believe us if we told you these are just a few shots from a REAL wedding that happened at the Pyramids of Giza? No, really, no AI or photoshop here. This is Dr Monica Nayyar and Vivek Nandha, and they are the third couple EVER to have the historic site shut down for their wedding day. Needless to say, you’re going to want to see more of this incredible Cairo destination wedding on DestinationIDo.com! ✨ Comment “Giza wedding” for a direct link in your messages. 🔗 Photos by @namanverma

We’re honored to be featured by @destinationido for this unforgettable paniolo-inspired destination wedding on the Big Island of Hawaiʻi. From the breathtaking scenery to the thoughtfully curated western-meets-island details, every element reflected Jolee & Willie’s love story in the most authentic way. Planning and Design: Couture Events: @coutureeventshawaii Venue: Holualoa Inn: @holualoainnweddings , @holualoainn Photographer: Pōmaikaʻi Photo: @pomaikaiphoto Florist: Uhi Uhi Florals: @uhiuhiflowerhouse Cinematographer: No Ka Oi Films: @nokaoifilms Rentals: Hawaii Island Events: @hawaiiislandevents Table Top Rentals: Hawaii Island Events: @hawaiiislandevents Musician: Keoni Thompson: @keonithompson_music Catering: Cutting Edge Catering: @cuttingedgecatering Mixologist: Spirited Cocktail: @spiritedcocktail Save the Date: Swell Press: @swellpress Place Cards: Lively House and Home: @livelyhouseandhome Hair and Makeup Artist: Jolee Artistry: @joleeartistry 🏷️maui wedding, Hawaii wedding, maui wedding planner, luxury wedding, destination wedding planner, wedding design, luxury wedding planner, Hawaii wedding design, destination wedding, wedding, wedding designer, wedding inspiration, couture wedding, couture events, couture, hawaii, maui, Hawaii wedding planner, tropical wedding, wedding ideas, wedding inspo

If you are dreaming of a Playa del Carmen wedding, Secrets Moxché should be at the top of your list. This adults-only luxury all-inclusive resort in the heart of the Riviera Maya has become one of the most sought-after destination wedding resorts in Mexico for good reason! Dorothy, founder of @dorothysunloverweddings and a Hyatt Top 100 Travel Agent works exclusively with couples planning destination weddings in Mexico and the Caribbean. “Secrets Moxché is one of my favorites to talk about and here’s everything couples ask me before they decide,” Dorothy says. Swipe through to learn more about this property and comment “Mexico” to schedule your free wedding consultation today! 📸 @alexmweddings