Have you ever dreamed of having a wedding like those you see in the magazines? You can…the options are endless! Take a moment to envision getting married overlooking Niagara Falls, under a cascading waterfall in Maui, in a rustic Tuscan Villa in Italy, or in the midst of a lagoon; then carried away by Polynesian warriors in Tahiti. What a great way to start your new life together by being in some of the most beautiful places on earth.

A destination wedding may be more affordable than you think. Experts say that organizing a getaway wedding can be less expensive and less complicated than a big traditional affair at home. Destination weddings are a hip alternative combining the best of an exotic honeymoon with a more traditional ceremony.

The top 5 Destination Weddings per Modern Bride Magazine are Hawaii, Caribbean, South Pacific, Bermuda and Las Vegas. Each destination wedding is unique, some involve just the engaged couple; others include your immediate family and close friends, while others are a huge event with numerous parties over an extended wedding weekend.

Get ready to hop on a plane and let your wedding photos rest among some of the world's most stunning backdrops?

Here are the common legal requirements to investigate when considering a Destination Wedding:

• Waiting period (varies by country)
• Passport
• Certified copy of birth certificate
• Administrative and license fees
• Proof of divorce or copy of death certificate
• Copy of tourist card or visa
• Health certificate
• Blood test
• Witnesses
• Authorization letters
• Certificate of Consular Inscription (a letter obtained at the embassy or consulate indicating personal data)
• Proof of church membership

View marriage laws worldwide at www.usmarriagelaws.com

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