✦ The short answer: Our four most-recommended destination wedding locations are the Riviera Maya and Cancun in Mexico (easy flights, great value, resorts that host weddings every day), Jamaica (sunsets and over-the-water chapels) and the Greek islands (for couples who want Europe and a dramatic setting).

Choosing where to get married is the first big decision, and it shapes everything else: your budget, your guest count and who can travel. These are the four places we send the most wedding couples, and why.

Beach wedding setup in Mexico

1. Riviera Maya, Mexico

Mexico is the most popular destination wedding country for American couples, and the Riviera Maya is a big reason why: white-sand beaches, short flights from most U.S. cities and resorts with experienced wedding teams.

El Dorado resorts

Adults-only and gourmet-focused, with beachfront gazebos and rooftop terraces for ceremonies. They're now part of Lomas Hospitality, with its More Inclusive™ dining program. El Dorado weddings guide →

UNICO 20°87° Riviera Maya

A modern, adults-only resort with options from a minimony or micro-wedding to a full celebration. UNICO wedding perks →

See our Riviera Maya destination wedding guide for more venues.

2. Cancun, Mexico

Cancun has the most resorts to choose from and the most flights. Some resorts are perfect for families with kids, others are adults-only and more intimate, so it's worth matching the resort to your guest list.

One favorite for groups is Margaritaville Riviera Cancun, which handles weddings of up to 80 guests and hosts only one wedding at a time, so the team is focused on you. Read more about Margaritaville weddings →

3. Jamaica

Jamaica is famous for its sunsets, and for over-the-water chapels with glass-floor aisles. Sandals South Coast reopens on November 18, 2026, and Sandals Caribbean Cay on December 18, 2026, both after major renovations.

See the best over-the-water wedding chapels and our comparison of Jamaica vs. the Dominican Republic.

4. The Greek Islands

For couples who want Europe, Greece delivers sea views, whitewashed villages and incredible food. Santorini is the most romantic and the most famous; Mykonos and Crete are great alternatives. Guests should expect longer travel, so many couples keep the guest list small or plan a Greek honeymoon after a wedding closer to home. Our Greece guide →

How to Choose

  • Start with your guests. Short, direct flights mean more people can come.
  • Set the budget early. See how much a destination wedding costs.
  • Think about the season. Hurricane season in the Caribbean and Mexico runs from June through November.
  • Ask about privacy. Some resorts host several weddings a day; others host one at a time.

Not Sure Where to Say "I Do"?

Tell us your guest count, budget and dream setting. We'll narrow it down to the right destination and resort, and handle the planning from there.

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