Why You Should Host your Destination Wedding in Antigua, Guatemala

If you are recently engaged and looking for a destination to host your wedding with your closest family and friends, add Guatemala to your list.

Specifically Antigua, Guatemala.

Antigua, Guatemala is a colonial World Unesco Heritage city, surrounded by serene volcanoes. Located a short drive from the International Airport La Aurora in Guatemala City. Making it easy for your guests to fly into, and make their way to Antigua.

As you enter Antigua through the cobblestone streets, you are welcomed by active volcanoes, friendly locals, and the world’s greatest coffee.

Now why is Antigua, Guatemala the destination to host your wedding? Couples looking to choose their destination wedding typically have these 4 things in mind when considering destinations. 1) A location close to an airport, easily accessible for guests with direct flights. 2) Somewhere that has beautiful venues that will make an impact on your wedding day. The best part of a destination wedding is ditching the banquet hall ballroom wedding, and opting for a garden surrounded by volcanoes, or gorgeous ruins from the 1600’s. 3) Safety. Antigua is overseen by 5 different policing groups, one of which being tourism police who are there to ensure tourists safety and well-being. Guatemala has a bit of a reputation for being unsafe, but that is far from the truth. Of course, like any country, there are areas to stay clear of, but Antigua is known as the safest city in the country. 4) Ensuring your guests have activities to do during the downtime of your wedding weekend. Antigua has so much to offer, from volcano hikes ranging between beginner to advanced. To chocolate tours, great for a family activity teaching you the history of chocolate in Guatemala, and learning how to make your own chocolate bars! This city is 8 streets by 8 streets, making it completely walkable, and allowing for your guests to roam, not have to wait around for taxis, but truly immerse themselves in the Guatemalan culture.

Next, I will share my favourite wedding venues in Antigua and why.