For many people the Honeymoon is what happens after the wedding ceremony. However, ‘Destination weddings’ or getting married overseas is becoming an increasingly popular option, turning your whole wedding into one long honeymoon. When you consider the costs of getting married in Australia it is surprisingly good value for money as you will find your dollar goes further overseas. And it doesn’t matter if you’d prefer a small ceremony with just a chosen select few or a larger, longer affair with more of your friends and relatives there is something to suit every taste.

There’s perhaps no other place on earth as romantic as the islands of the South Pacific. Beautiful coral ringed islands, bordered by swaying palms and inviting turquoise seas brimming with colourful tropical fish. You can get married on a white sandy beach or in a traditional chapel or registry office wedding and all the while you’ll be staying in world class beachside resorts.

Cook Islands

The Cook Islands are a self governing New Zealand territory and group of islands in the heart of Polynesia. The Muri Beach is on the island of Rarotonga is a privately owned boutique Adults only resort, perfect for couples getting married or just a romantic escape. The resort enjoys an enviable location on the best stretch of beach facing the famous Muri Lagoon. The beachfront rooms all have stunning views across the lagoon.  With impossibly blue lagoons and dazzling white sandy beaches, a high level of refinement and intimacy the islands offer the perfect wedding location.

Wedding package includes wedding coordinators, transfers to and from the registry offices, wedding license, Celebrant or Minister, witness, flowered archway, bridal garland, neck garland for the groom, celebration bottle of champagne and wedding gift. The wedding package starts from $870. Accommodation is from $167 per person per night.

Call Dynamic Travel for information on flights and accommodation for your chosen dates on 02 6342 4000.

Fiji

Fiji is also a popular wedding choice. The Shangri-La Fijian Resort is the perfect destination whether you are tying the knot or simply just want a romantic escape. Situated on the private, 109 acre Yanuca Island, the resort is surrounded by pristine white beaches, palm lined lagoons, offering a truly unforgettable wedding, honeymoon or just a romantic tropical destination for all. Our rooms are modern in design, with a serene South Pacific ambiance. All of this in complimented by our offers a range of ideal venues for weddings, as well as a stunning seaside wedding chapel. Set in a plantation of palm trees at the water’s edge, the seaside wedding chapel provides an intimate and secluded setting. A glass wall from floor to ceiling gives the wedding couple and their guests sweeping views of the majestic Pacific Ocean.

Wedding packages include marriage license – with escorted transfers to the local registry, wedding coordinator to help with venue set up, minister or celebrant, private venue hire (approx 1 hour), bouquet and tropical flower lei of seasonal blooms for the bride and groom, red carpet entrance, trio of Fijian serenades, wedding photographer (approx 90 mins) includes 36 prints in album with digital images on CD and gift pack for the bridal couple. Stay a minimum of 5 nights and receive chocolates, a bottle of sparkling wine, and a Bride and Groom 30 minute massage. Wedding package from $1666 (if more than 40 guests to the wedding this can be free, call to find out how). Accommodation is from $147 per person per night.

For more information on flights and accommodation for your chosen dates contact Dynamic Travel on 02 6342 4000.

Vanuatu

If it’s a Vanuatu wedding you want then the Iririki Island Resort & Spa is for you. This 4 star, 69 acre private resort with lush tropical gardens, a private beach and great snorkelling in its surrounds is the ideal location for a wedding or honeymoon. The resort offer two styles of accommodation. With over 130 guest rooms and a variety of views, you will have the choice of indulging in one of our tropical island farés (bungalows) or our beautifully designed apartments with spa tub on the balcony and glass balustrades making the very best of magnificent views.

Wedding packages include dedicated wedding coordinator, welcome leis, private return airport transfers, room upgrade (subject to availability) dedicated meeting with wedding coordinator (day after arrival), choice of location, traditional floral archway, office registration, license and celebrant fees, champagne for toasting. Prices start at $1699 for this package. Accommodation is from $156 per person per night. Stay a minimum of 5 nights and receive a bottle of Champagne, petite fours (mini cakes) in the room on arrival.

For more information on flights, accommodation for your chosen dates contact Dynamic Travel on 02 6342 4000.

In all three locations you can be sure you will be pampered with world class facilities, fine dining restaurants, swimming pools, beauty spas, water sports and scuba diving.