The 5 Best LGBT Wedding Destinations

19 countries across the world now allow same sex couples to officially marry. Despite the fact we’re waiting for the rest of the world to catch up, there are plenty of beautiful places to say “I do” with your partner. Take a look at the 5 Best LGBT wedding destinations.

1. 30 James Street – Home of the Titanic, Liverpool, England

On 17th July 2013, Queen Elizabeth II granted royal assent to a bill that extended the freedom to marry to same-sex couples – and the first official gay weddings took place on 29th March 2014. There are plenty of stunning destinations to marry across the UK, but no location is more beautiful than a 30 James Street wedding.
30 James Street is the former headquarters of the White Star Line – and so was RMS Titanic’s port of registry, which is the reason why she bear the city’s lettering on her stern.

The building’s architecture has since been restored to its former glory after years of dereliction, and now serves as a stunning tribute to the shipping company and ill-fated vessel. 30 James Street is the ideal wedding destination, offering a luxurious hotel, rooftop Carpathia Champagne Bar & Restaurant, Morgan’s Spa and the breathtaking White Star Grand Hall where your ceremony and reception can take place.

2. Central Park Zoo, New York, USA

On 17th May 2004, Massachusetts became the first US state to grant freedom to marry to same sex couples. Other states quickly followed suit, and now 36 states in the United States of America now allow same sex marriage.

So, if you want to tie the knot in the land of the free (ish), where better than Central Park Zoo? You can marry surrounded by some of the world’s most beautiful creatures, including penguins, polar bears and red pandas. We had you at penguins, right?

3. La Toundra at Parc Jean Drapeau, Montreal, Canada

Canada was one of the first countries to legalise same-sex marriage, as the House of Commons in Canada passed the Civil Marriage Act on 28th June 2005, which was passed by the senate on 19th July.

If you want to marry in a beautiful, romantic city, look no further than Montreal. One of the most stunning wedding destinations has to be La Toundra at Parc Jean Drapeau, which offers a secluded, romantic setting in a glass-encased building. Truly romantic!

4. Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, London, England

Shakespeare’s Globe has proudly hosted civil partnerships since 2007, and so it is the perfect destination for couples who have a love for theatre or simply want to marry in a beautiful setting. What makes this venue even more desirable is that all the money spent on your big day will be donated to the Shakespeare Globe Trust.

So not only will your special day make a difference to your big day, but it will make a big difference to the arts, too.

5. Horetown House, Wexford, Ireland

Ireland is the latest country to legalize same-sex marriage, and was the first country to do so by popular vote! If you want to marry your partner in forward-thinking Ireland, definitely take a look at Horetown House in Wexford.

This family-owned country house offers 10 stunning bedrooms and an Irish pub in the cellar. In fact, the wedding venue will literally roll out the red carpet for the happy couple, with roaring fires and glasses of bubbly awaiting for guests. Set on 10 acres of magnificent land in rural Wexford, your guests can enjoy unforgettable views of Ireland’s stunning landscape.