Island weddings not enough? Top 7 overseas wedding destinations in the world — even waterfalls make the list

Classical yet modern “London, UK” boasts a unique style, perfect for creating a luxurious and elegant royal wedding. (Photo/Booking.com)

A wedding is not just a ceremony, but also a moment to witness love. Some choose to keep it simple and celebrate with family and friends, while others meticulously plan an overseas wedding. How will soon-to-be newlyweds plan their big day? As the wedding season approaches, a global accommodation booking website today (13th) released the “World’s Top 7 Wedding Destinations.” Compared to island weddings, Paris, London, Italian resort towns, and Canada’s Niagara Falls all made the list, earning high praise from couples around the world.

Holding a wedding overseas and declaring your marriage vows to each other is a dreamlike experience that many couples aspire to. The global hotel and accommodation online booking platform Booking.com has, for the first time, revealed the 7 most popular wedding destinations as voted by travelers worldwide, based on user reviews of overseas weddings. The list includes Paris (France), London (UK), Venice (Italy), Las Vegas (USA), Sydney (Australia), Ravello (Italy), and Niagara Falls (Canada).

The world-renowned “City of Love” Paris boasts a wealth of historical heritage, from the Louvre, the Arc de Triomphe, and the Palace of Versailles to the Eiffel Tower — even the corners of its streets are filled with classical romance, attracting countless couples with its multifaceted charm. London, UK, combines a classical with a modern cityscape. Couples who admire the wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton might consider creating their own royal wedding — grand, luxurious, and elegantly refined. Areas like Belgravia and markets such as Camden Market also offer a taste of affluence and urban shopping, allowing you to create unforgettable memories with your partner.

Venice, crisscrossed with canals, tells the story of a past where commerce and art converged. You can cruise through the “City of Water” hand-in-hand with your loved one, immersed in its enchanting ambiance. The dazzling city of Las Vegas captivates many as the world’s entertainment capital, fulfilling the wedding dreams of both those seeking a traditional grand celebration and those preferring a smaller ceremony. Sydney, famed for its beaches, opera house, and harbor bridge, features sapphire-like waters that set off the iconic Opera House, making it ideal for beach weddings or modern celebrations set against the urban backdrop.

Laced with canals that tell tales of commerce and art, experience the timeless allure of “Venice, Italy.” (Photo/Booking.com)

Nestled among the mountains, the Italian resort town of Ravello overlooks the Tyrrhenian Sea. Its breathtaking scenery has long been beloved by travelers. Whether it’s the Amalfi Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, or the lush cliffside gardens, a wedding here feels like a fairytale. And at Niagara Falls, one of the world’s three great waterfalls on the US-Canada border, couples can exchange rings and vows beside this globally renowned, thundering wonder — making it one of the world’s most favored wedding destinations.