Part I Hotlist: 50 Best Wedding Destinations

The most special day of your life warrants a celebration in the most special location. Brides Today brings you its Hotlist: 50 Best Wedding Destinations, covering everything from historic castles and picturesque beaches to luxury hotel settings. In Part I of our series, we cover the best places to tie the knot across Europe, Africa, the Middle East and the Caribbean islands.

- SHRADDHA CHOWDHURY

EUROPE

1. Santorini, Greece

The iconic whitewashed and blue-roofed buildings, coupled with the picturesque setting of the deep blue Aegean Sea, make Santorini ideal for couples seeking a memorable destination wedding. The island boasts superb hospitality, world-class cuisine and a variety of venues where couples can exchange vows against the backdrop of the caldera and dramatic sunsets.
BT PICKS: Rocabella Hotel and Le Ciel Santorini

2. Mykonos, Greece

Stunning landscapes, architectural treasures and restaurants that leave you reaching for seconds… Mykonos is all of this and more. The beautiful white-and-blue buildings, winding pathways and designer stores aside, couples can take in the breathtaking sunset as they exchange vows at an elegant beach wedding, or even pick from several luxury venues.
BT PICKS: Santa Marina Resort & Villas, Mykonos and Royal Myconian

3. Corfu, Greece The low-key villas and mansions here, inspired by Venetian, French and English culture, located alongside breathtaking crystal blue beaches, make for the perfect venues for weddings. The charming island, believed to be the setting for Shakespear’s Tempest, allows for beach weddings, as well as ceremonies at the Corfiot village square and churches of the Greek Orthodox, Catholics and Anglicans.
BT PICKS: Corfu Palace and Grecotel Corfu Imperial