Top 10 U.S. Destination Wedding Locations

Top 10 U.S. Destination Wedding Locations

Boca Raton Resort & Club

Originally built in the 1920s by renowned architect Addison Mizner, this luxe resort, country club and marina retains its original splendor with an of-the-moment, Florida-chic feel.

Divided into two properties, the Spanish-style yacht club and the newer South Beach-esque beach club, the 356-acre property can accommodate any type of wedding, from an intimate beach bash to a traditional ballroom fete. Or opt for an event in the nouveau sculpture garden, the serene lawn of Spa Palazzo or on board the resort's boat Mizner's Dream. The in-house event planners at Boca by Design and the exquisite culinary team are on hand to indulge a couple's wildest wedding dreams.

Top 10 U.S. Destination Wedding Locations

The Osprey at Beaver Creek

Alpine chic is the theme of this boutique property in cozy Beaver Creek, perfect for an intimate wedding of 60 guests (ask about the buyout option of its 45 rooms, but plan for about a year in advance). An interfaith chapel is just across the street, then retreat to the Peregrine Room for cocktails and cake.

A winter wedding means guests can take advantage of the slopes (The Osprey boasts that it's the hotel closest to a ski lift in all of North America), or consider a destination wedding during the small window between the end of September and beginning of October, when the leaves of the surrounding Aspen trees turn.

Top 10 U.S. Destination Wedding Locations

San Ysidro Ranch, A Rosewood Resort

Tucked away in SoCal wine country, this West Coast wonderland was where the Kennedys (Jackie and JFK) spent their honeymoon. Today, it's the ideal spot for an intimate wedding -- book the property's 41 cottages and suites for a truly private affair. The 500 acres of gardens and mountain vistas are lavish and lush, with several on-property wedding possibilities, from a cozy wine cellar to the storybook Colman Cottage.

Top 10 U.S. Destination Wedding Locations

The Pierre

Steps from Central Park on tony Fifth Avenue, The Pierre is the venue for the ultimate big-city dream wedding. A $10 million renovation in 2009 has brought the iconic hotel to the new millennium, with the addition of stylish boîtes Le Caprice and Two E, as well as lavishly updated bridal suites with stunning park views.

A fusion of trompe l'oeil murals, Indian-inspired original artwork from Taj Hotels' private collection, add to the feeling of being in your own luxe little world. A ceremony in the rotunda (where The Real Housewives of New York's Ramona renewed her vows), followed by dinner and dancing in the grand ballroom, will have guests truly loving New York.

Top 10 U.S. Destination Wedding Locations

Four Seasons Maui

All puns aside, getting married (or Maui'd, if you prefer) in Hawaii lends an exotic setting without having the leave the country. To ease the stress of planning from afar, a trusted brand like Four Seasons is a wise choice. It's Maui location is infused with aloha spirit, from an oceanfront lawn overlooking Wailea Beach to a covered terrace next to elegant fountains.

Top 10 U.S. Destination Wedding Locations

The Resort at Paws Up

At the head of the "glamping" (glamorous camping) trend, Paws Up boasts romance with a side of ranch. Montana's big sky country is a picturesque backdrop for exchanging vows under a favorite tree on the banks of Blackfoot River or atop Lookout Rock, whether it's cowboy casual or black tie.

Plan an intimate wedding feast at Pomp Restaurant followed by a bonfire on the lawn. For local flavor, have the groomsmen ride in on ATVs while the bridesmaids arrive in a horse-drawn wagon.

Top 10 U.S. Destination Wedding Locations

The Bellagio

What happens in Vegas need not stay there -- you'll be glad to talk about Sin City nuptials at The Bellagio, arguably the most upscale hotel on the strip. This massive hotel has its own chapel, or exchange vows on the outdoor Terraza di Sogno overlooking the Bellagio's famous fountains (cue the music!). Photos underneath the lobby's magnificent Dale Chihuly sculpture make the perfect memento, and a night in the penthouse suite will rival anything you've seen in the movies.

Top 10 U.S. Destination Wedding Locations

The Breakers

A master sommelier to choose the finest vino, an on-site design studio that brings your vision to life, and the surroundings of chic Palm Beach are just a few enticing details offered at The Breakers.

The legendary oceanfront resort is a popular choice for destination weddings, but each one is catered to the couple's unique style. Go for full-out Florida black tie to complement the resort's luxury surroundings, and then add in casual events like a pre-wedding volleyball tournament.

Top 10 U.S. Destination Wedding Locations

Chatham Bars Inn

This turn-of-the-century New England landmark epitomizes Cape Cod's seaside style (the historic village of Chatham is within walking distance), with ocean views from a quarter mile of private beach. Activities like tennis and croquet will keep guests busy until wedding time, and the Boathouse's floor-to-ceiling glass doors open to an oceanfront deck ideal for cocktails. Afterward, start the honeymoon early in a state-of-the-art spa suite.

Top 10 U.S. Destination Wedding Locations

The Inn at Palmetto Bluff

Southern charm oozes from this South Carolina plantation-style resort, close to both Savannah and Hilton Head in the Lowcountry. A ceremony at the romantic Waterside Chapel on the banks of the May River offers stunning views; then retreat to the ballroom of the graceful River House.

After a few strokes on the Jack Nicklaus golf course, guests will love the cottage suites with antique pine floors and fireplaces, not to mention a dolphin sighting from the window of a riverfront room.

Top 10 U.S. Destination Wedding Locations