Romantic Weddings - a Luxury Explorer guide

Set on a ridge overlooking the staggeringly beautiful Bay of Solerno with majestic mountains and sunsets from heaven, this is the inspirational location for so many famous names from royalty to writers, composers to the creme de la creme of high society worldwide. The Gardens of Ravello, a few metres from Caruso, have been immortalised by Wagner. Treat yourselves and your guests to an outstanding wedding at Ravello's most prestigious jewel in Her sparkling crown. Any wedding set at the beautiful Hotel Caruso with breathtaking views over the spectacular Amalfi Coast is guaranteed to be special. Hotel Caruso will do it all for you; provide the services of a wedding co-ordinator to oversee all the details; before, during and after the marriage. Their dedicated staff will help you put together the occasion you've always dreamed of and provide you an occasion that will be truly sensational.

Claridge's provides the ideas, care and attention you deserve, from the ceremony itself to the wedding night in a luxuriously appointed suite. With its history of state banquets and royal receptions between 120 and 800 guests can be accommodated in grand style. This is a classical affair in perhaps the most sought after address in London.
According to famous model, Laura Bailey, "Claridge's is a London institution but the service is totally 21st century. It has managed to modernise without compromising its classic legacy...descending the Claridge's stairs I always stand a little taller. I want to wear something that swishes. I want to wear my diamonds. The hotel somehow adds its own special aura of glamour to those passing through."

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Wedding Procession
'A traditional "Baraat" or procession starts from the hotel's gates of the hotel. The bridegroom sits on a beautifully decorated horse, and is escorted camels and elephants. Folk dancers and girls welcome the couple with a traditional dance, fireworks and a special "Buggi" (horse driven cart), escorting them into the main garden for the wedding'.
A destination palace resort spread over 47 acres of tranquil, landscaped gardens; Rambagh Palace is Jaipur's foremost Royal Palace residence. Located close to the walled 'Pink City', spectacular forts, and all the unique shopping bazaars of Jaipur, the Palace unveils the rich culture and history of the erstwhile rulers of Rajasthan.

Say 'yes' to one of England's best-known epicurean country manor hotels. Le Manoir aux Quat' Saisons has, over the years, become a favourite retreat for local and foreign luxury travellers who wish to fulfil the necessary requirements for wining, dining and reclining in a style that is both 5 star and deeply memorable. It is a warm, luxurious stately Manor home with taste-bud-exploding cuisine from the remarkable Raymond Blanc. The exquisitely landscaped gardens and water features leave you yearning for a country abode in Oxfordshire. Our travel editor Sophie Marchant said 'I do' here and would recommend it again and again and again.

This is just a staggering place. On arrival, you are struck by the authenticity of a building (the facade was apparently designed by Michelangelo) that should be preserved for privileged aesthetes who can look but can't touch, let alone stay. The other factor that knocks you sideways when you arrive is the glorious sweeping vista spreading right across Florence and into the Chianti countryside. Dine in cultural glory and celebrate your vows in a hotel truly unique and spectacular with views beyond your wildest dreams.

As you arrive at the astonishing Aman flagship, Amanpuri, a fragrant, heart-shaped, hand-tied frangipani bracelet is placed around your wrist. The striking midnight -blue tiled pool instantly stands out, glistening amongst statuesque coconut palms and back-dropped by the turquoise Andaman Sea. It is very tranquil. Amanpuri does not feel like many overstated 5-star resorts; it is refreshingly 'lobbyless' and comfortingly unpretentious...