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Thailand, an exotic land that holds many wonders for all different types of travellers, be it the adventurous or the romantic. If you’re one of the latter and wish to make your love story legal in Thailand, there are more than a couple of beach destinations choose from. We have picked out the crème de la crème of these, so read on to find out.

Koh Samui- This beautiful island, the second largest in Thailand, has for many years been a top choice when it comes to choosing a beach wedding venue in Thailand, and with its many pristine beaches and the lush mountainous rainforest, it’s no wonder why. Koh Samui has also been ranked among the most romantic destinations in the world.

Phuket- Home of some of Thailand’s best beaches from Mai Khao to Freedom Beach, and Banana Beach, Phuket is the very definition of what a tropical island should be. Being the largest island in Thailand, Phuket acts as a gateway to many of the southern islands such as the Similan Islands and the Phi Phi Islands. Being the largest also means there’s plenty of room for all, so you can find many quiet and secluded beaches like Bang Tao and Surin. And the reason why Phuket wins over Samui is that there are many airlines offering domestic flights from the mainland as well as from direct international flights. And if you want your beach wedding to be one of absolute extravagance and luxury, wedding venues such as those by Anantara Hotels, Resort & Spa; come with many facilities as well as special beach wedding offers, so you will be saving a little too.

Hua Hin- Though it doesn’t have many gorgeous beaches as much as Samui and Phuket, Hua Hin is definitely one of the top contenders for beach destinations in Thailand. Its strongest point lies in being the closest to the capital by 3 hours. Thus your guests can conveniently travel to and fro from Bangkok. Hua Hin is also home to many beautiful buildings such as the stunning train station, which can be the backdrop for your wedding pre-shoot.

Auburn Silver is a travel writer who has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world.

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Destination weddings or weddings where you follow the traditions and customs of the country you are in are becoming popular all over the world. Among the numerous luxury wedding venues that are highly favoured – Maldives, Vietnam, Langkawi – Thailand also is ranked up high. Before you sign up for a Thai style wedding, though, it is important to know the traditions and customs you are signing up for.

A large part of Thai wedding customs involve negotiation of a dowry, invitation distribution, as well as paying respect to ancestors. All these are done prior to the actual wedding, and it is unlikely you will be taking part in these activities. However, there are quite a few customs that take place on the wedding day itself that you might find interesting. One is Sai Monkhon. It is a custom where an elder wraps a long piece of string around the wrists of the couple while they kneel before him. The string is looped in circles which symbolise that the couple’s destiny is linked, but their individual identity is retained. Water is poured over this while chanting blessings. Following this blessing by the elder is the Shell Ceremony where other guests bless the couple. The name of the ceremony is derived from the use of a conch shell filled with water, which is poured over the couple’s entwined hands. It is in this instance that each guest places their gift in a basket – usually an envelope of money. You might not have the latter part of the tradition, but you most certainly can have the former.

As some of these customs might be uncomfortable for your guests, it is a good idea to have a wedding planner. Alternatively, you can opt for the service of a luxury hotel like Anantara Hotels, Resort & Spa to ensure that your theme wedding is customised.

Caleb Falcon is a travel writer who specializes in writing content based on the many exciting world adventures that await intrepid travellers.

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