Affordable wedding destinations for 2024/2025

If you’re looking for an affordable Destination wedding location for 2024/2025 you’ve come to the right place. Here are three of the most popular destination locations where you can have your dream wedding for under $10,000! 

Note: The average cost of a wedding in the U.S is approximately $20,000

#1 Cancun Mexico

It’s not surprising that Cancun is on this list. Cancun is well known for its all-inclusive resorts, beautiful beaches and year-round tropical climate, making it the perfect backdrop for a destination wedding. You’ll have no problem finding an affordable all inclusive wedding package if you’re looking to make Cancun Mexico your destination of choice.

The average cost of a destination wedding in Cancun Mexico as of 2023 is around $5,000-$7,000. That includes round trip airfare, several nights of accommodation, and the wedding package. Guests attending a destination wedding in Cancun can look to spend around $1000-$1,100 per person.

Tip: All inclusive wedding resorts in Cancun help keep costs low by bundling the cost of your hotel stay, wedding venue and décor and food/drinks all into one price.

A few affordable recommendations for Cancun all-inclusive resorts are:

Live Aqua Cancun

This is an adults only resort that is located in the heart of the hotel zone. Their all-inclusive wedding package runs about $7,600 USD and can accommodate up to 30 people.

Hard Rock Cancun

This well-known resort has a beautiful large beach and word class entertainment.

Their all-inclusive wedding package runs about $5,000 USD and can accommodate up to 32 people.

#2 Punta Cana Dominican Republic

Punta Cana is a vibrant Caribbean town with white sandy beaches and is one of the top locations for destination weddings. Punta Cana offers a variety of different wedding venues at affordable prices, with the average cost of a destination wedding being between $5,000USD-$10,000 USD depending on your guest list.

Tip: Punta Cana enjoys warm temperatures year-round but be mindful the best time to go is between March and May after the tourists have cleared out and before hurricane season.

Some affordable all inclusive wedding resort locations are:

Hyatt Zilara Cap Cana

This resort offers wedding packages starting at $5,500 USD up to $6,000 USD. With packages including the wedding cake, hairstyle and makeup for one, private wedding reception and couple’s massage.

Excellence Punta Cana

This is an adults only upscale resort that offers access to stunning beaches and lush gardens. Their Excellence Gold Wedding Package starts at $2,400 USD for up to 20 guests with each additional guest being $112 USD.

#3 Costa Rica

If you love nature and adventure than Costa Rica may be the destination wedding location for you. Couples have the choice to get married on the white sandy beaches on the Caribbean coast or on the black Volcanic beaches on the Pacific Coast. The average cost of a destination wedding in Costa Rica can run between $3,000 USD to $8,000 USD.

Tip: In order for foreign citizens to legally get married in Costa Rica a lawyer or judge must officiate the civil ceremony. One month before the wedding the couple must complete a government form of key information, including you and you’re partner’s date of birth, parent’s names, addresses and valid passports.

Some affordable all-inclusive wedding resorts are:

Planet Hollywood Costa Rica

This resort has stunning views plus an onsite spa and wellness center. Many of their wedding packages also include pampering spa packages for the couple and room upgrades. Packages start at $4,200 for up to 30 guests.

Secrets Papagayo

This adults only all inclusive resort is located in the Gulf of Papagayo and offers beautiful views and luxurious amenities. Their wedding packages start at $7,500 and can accommodate up to 79 guests.

You can truly make the most of a small wedding budget with any one of these popular destination wedding locations. Just make sure to do your homework when selecting your dates of travel and resort options.

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