If you and your partner like to stray from the 'norm', getting married or having a reception in an unusual wedding venue might just be for you. Not only can unusual wedding venues be cheaper to rent than most halls or hotels, they will give a flair to your day that many will remember for a lifetime. You can easily match your theme or personal tastes to an unusual venue.
Some research may be required to find something that will truly fit your ideas, but seeing your guests faces is more than worth it. Here are some ideas and suggestions for unusual wedding venues that can be found all over the world.
The Outdoorsy or Nature Type: Try a Glamping Style Reception
The term 'glamping' became popular when movie star Matthew McConaughey got married and had a reception in this style. A combination of 'glam' and 'camping', the style was born. You can have your reception among nature with hanging lights and candles, or bring the glamping style indoors and serve up s'mores and provide engraved roasting sticks to your guests as unique favors.
For Wine Lovers: Tie the Knot in a Vineyard or Have a Reception in a Wine Cellar
If you are lucky enough to either live or be able to travel to wine country such as Napa Valley in California, Tuscany in Italy or the Niagara region in Canada, you should definitely take advantage of a vineyard ceremony or a wine cellar reception. Many wineries offer a beautiful backdrop for any part of your wedding, even if you are just stopping in to try some wine or take some photos.
Comic Lovers: Get Married at a Comic Convention
This is becoming more popular with couples being married at a comic convention and sometimes even regular attendees can sit in on the “I Do's” if there is room. In the past, couples have dressed up like their favorite comic, television or film characters and tied the knots at comic conventions like San Diego Comic Con or Wizard World Comic Con.
If You Love the Sea, Have a Reception in an Aquarium
Many aquariums now offer the opportunity to hold your reception or cocktail party in the aquarium, surrounded by stingrays, sharks and fish. This is ideal for a couple who love the ocean, like to dive or enjoy the idea of the whimsy and intrigue a setting like an aquarium can offer. The tanks also offer a unique background for photos, but the right photographer should be found for an event at this type of location so that you get the photos that you want without any glare from the glass.
Have a Fairytale Wedding Inside of a Castle
If you have ever wanted to feel like a princess, a ceremony and reception inside or on castle grounds would be the perfect location for you. You may have to search for this type of unique location and be open to the idea of a destination wedding depending on where you live, but the experience for both you and your guests would be unmatched.
Crave Adventure? Get Married in a Cave
There are several cave locations that are large enough to host a wedding reception and offer
everything that you need to pull a dinner off there as well. This kind of location can be remote and a tough trek for some wedding attendees though, so make sure you are courteous and consider everyone's mobility needs when booking. No need for decor here because nature has done all the work and has provided you with a one-of-a-kind backdrop for all of your photos.
About the Author: This article was written by Theresa Gibson, savvy wedding blogger and social media manager at Top10WeddingVendors.com, a leading go-to vendor guide for brides across North America. To connect with Theresa, follow her on Facebook.
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