Wedding Venue

Now that same-sex marriage is legal nationwide, same-sex couples have the opportunity to get married and enjoy the liberties heterosexual couples have long enjoyed. While this has been a happy time for most, some same-sex couples have had a hard time with the process. Whether that’s because they have encountered issues getting the licenses or because they can’t find a place to perform a ceremony, it has been discouraging to some. After all, many churches aren’t going to be willing to perform same-sex marriage ceremonies, as most feel it is in conflict with their religion. Don’t let that discourage you. There are plenty of places outside a church that you can get married, and you may find the ceremony is much more beautiful than you could have imagined. Here are some of the top spots for getting married.

Destination Wedding

If your schedule allows, then you should consider a destination wedding. These weddings can offer an experience you and your guests will never forget. If you live somewhere that experiences lots of heavy snow and cold weather, why not use your wedding as a chance to escape to a beach or somewhere sunny? There are a wide variety of great wedding spots, so it’s up to wherever you and your future spouse prefer. In addition to being a wonderful vacation, destination weddings have other advantages:

• They can be easier to plan if you select a destination with a wedding package.
• They can be cheaper, contrary to popular belief that they are more expensive.
• It can be much simpler and more relaxing than a traditional wedding.

While they offer many advantages, destination weddings are not for everyone. For example, if you want a lot of people to be there, a destination wedding may not be realistic as not everyone can afford to travel. In addition, people who want to come may not be able to take time off work or you may find some who physically are unable to travel long distances. If this is the case for you or your spouse, then consider staying local.

Someone’s House

This may sound too simple for a wedding, but backyard weddings can be a great option. If you have a friend who lives on a farm or someone who has a big backyard, you may have found the perfect solution. You can save a lot of money in the process if the friend is willing to let you do your wedding there for free. Even if you pay them, it likely will be a great deal less than what you would pay at another venue. Of course, if you live in a place with a harsh climate, you will want to wait until the warmer months. Also, no matter where you live, be prepared with a backup plan in case it rains or is particularly windy that day.

Hotel Ballroom

Many hotels have ballrooms specifically for big occasions such as weddings. Having your wedding at a hotel can be perfect because not only does the wedding have the potential to be beautiful, you can go straight upstairs for your wedding night when the wedding is over. Not only that, but it should be easy for your friends and family to get to, and the hotel will likely have all of the equipment you need to have a wedding, meaning you won’t have to search all over the city for things to rent.

There are many places for same-sex couples to get married, and your choices are nearly unlimited. Whether you choose a destination wedding, a backyard, or somewhere else, your wedding will be one you and your spouse will never forget.