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Navigate the path to the perfect honeymoon with this guide. From cultural escapades to serene beaches, make your Sri Lankan honeymoon an experience to remember.

Relax on Mirissa’s Golden Shores

Head south to Mirissa for a taste of tropical tranquility. Sink your toes into the golden sands of Mirissa Beach, renowned for its picturesque sunsets. Whether lounging in a beachside cabana or exploring the vibrant marine life through whale watching, Mirissa offers the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure.

Adventure Amidst Tea Plantations in Ella

Escape to Ella’s lush landscapes and tea plantations for a romantic retreat. Hike to Ella Rock for panoramic views, wander through the tea estates, and unwind in charming homestays. Ella provides a serene escape amidst nature’s beauty.

Explore Cultural Riches in Kandy

Begin your journey in Kandy, where cultural treasures unfold. Visit the Temple of the Tooth, an iconic site housing a sacred relic of Buddha. Take a stroll around Kandy Lake, located approximately an hour’s drive from Hunas Falls Hotel Kandy, and witness the city’s charm, blending history with modern allure. After a long day exploring this town, retire to a honeymoon hotel in Kandy for some blissful rejuvenation.

Sunset Romance in Galle Fort

Galle Fort
Galle Fort – Photo by Matthijs Idema on Unsplash

Conclude your honeymoon in the historic Galle Fort. Walk hand in hand along the cobblestone streets lined with Dutch colonial architecture. As the sun dips below the horizon, find a cozy spot on the fort walls for a romantic sunset, marking the end of your ultimate Sri Lankan honeymoon.

The Maldives with its secluded beaches and azure ocean waters offers the perfect canvas for a romantic celebration. This guide unveils the secrets to planning a magical wedding in this tropical paradise that will be truly unforgettable.

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A Symbolic Ceremony

Weddings for foreign nationals in the Maldives are not legally binding which means your ceremony here will be a symbolic one. Many couples thus opt for a legal ceremony back home and then exchange vows in this tropical paradise. While it may not be legally binding, the emotional resonance of the ceremony against the breathtaking island backdrop is unparalleled and allows couples to declare their commitment in a meaningful way.

Selecting a Private Resort 

Elevate your wedding by choosing a luxury resort on a private island in awe-inspiring destinations such as the Gaafu Alifu Atoll. Picture palm-fringed shores, turquoise lagoons, and ocean blues setting the stage for you to exchange vows at properties like The Residence Maldives Dhigurah. A dedicated wedding coordinator ensures seamless planning, from the ceremony and catering to photography and entertainment. Your love story transforms into a celebration of love the way you always dreamed.

Special Wedding Packages 

The ideal resort will offer special packages that will often include a choice of wedding venues. Maldives is the perfect choice for a beach ceremony with a decorated area on the shore where you can walk barefoot on an aisle of sand strewn with flower petals. Check for inclusions like bridal hair and makeup, a bouquet, a wedding cake, a champagne toast, a turndown gift, and digital images. Some packages even extend to photo coverage at an added cost to capture more of those magical moments.

Unique Elements for Your Special Day

Check if your resort also offers unique elements like traditional Maldivian Bodu Beru drummers and a coconut palm planting ceremony. Packages may include a private beach BBQ dinner and spa treatments for two, which can be combined with your honeymoon escape at a beach or overwater villa with sunrise or sunset views. Of course, some properties will provide even more unique options; certified divers can take the plunge with an underwater ceremony that adds a whole new dimension to saying, “I do!”