Destination weddings don’t have to take you and your guests to Las Vegas or tropical islands. They don’t have to be on beaches or in hotels either. If you want a truly amazing wedding experience, then you may want to consider choosing India for the location of your vow exchange before your select group of family and friends.

Below are some ideas for an Indian destination wedding you won’t forget.

Getting Married in an Indian Castle

A company called Regal Weddings which is based in India offers all-inclusive wedding packages that allow couples to tie the knot in some of the most amazing palaces that have ever existed. Their web site contains some fabulous pictures of the locations, as well as details on their packages. Prices vary depending on which features you want to include in the packages and on how many guests will be joining you in the festivities. Most of the packages include reservations and other extras for a stay of three days so you can enjoy the beauty of the country.

The same company also offers weddings at a wide range of other amazing locations, including the Taj Mahal.

Other Ideas for Your Indian Wedding Celebration

As with any other destination wedding, you need to choose your save the date cards early on. Generally, these are mailed about six months before the date of the wedding. However, when your wedding requires a passport or other paperwork to be completed first, you really should notify your guests as early as possible so they can start making the necessary arrangements. Getting a passport alone can take months! Of course, that means you should start your search for those save the date cards and/or invitations early. One suggestion is the India Red Square invitations.

Also, you’ll want to make sure to choose a good time for your wedding. While May and June are big wedding months in the United States, India’s climate can be rather uncomfortable for tourists during those months. Instead, you would want to choose a date between November and April (winter and early spring here). These months are also big for Indian weddings so you may even get a glimpse of some authentic celebrations during your visit. That’s also why you should start planning early and making your reservations before the best sites are picked over.

You’ll also want to decide what type of wedding you want to have. Although India is primarily a Hindu country, you don’t have to be married in a Hindu ceremony (although that is certainly an option that is available). Most wedding planners and providers can offer services in the Christian and Muslim traditions as well. Despite the type of service you want, you may want to decide whether or not to include traditional aspects of Indian weddings into your ceremony. For example, most women wear a sari to be married instead of the flowing gown common in American ceremonies. Blending customs can be a great way to make a beautiful wedding.