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Perhaps you have been looking for a romantic wedding destination, one that is filled with a rich history and cultural diversity. Maybe you have in mind a venue that is evocative and in harmony with your personal style that allows you to relive the magic of romanticism and leave an indelible and unforgettable memory in the minds of you and your loved ones. Welcome to Tuscany where you will assuredly be spoilt for choice. With rolling countryside, beautiful cities and the most breathtaking scenery, Tuscany is one of the most popular wedding destinations in the world. So what exactly makes Tuscany a dream wedding destination?
Memorable Seaside Weddings
For those who love the sea, Tuscany offers an opportunity to have a wedding set on a beach with a live band belting out your choice of melodies in the background as the waves break on the shore. This type of setting is best suited for an evening ceremony as the sun sets and candles and lanterns resting on mirrors or directly on the sand are lit to create the most ambient atmosphere. The Maremma is an pristine coastal area which affords plenty of choices for people who are looking for a fabulous beach wedding. The Versilia also offers many such opportunities. Overall, a Tuscany wedding provides you with a rare chance to go for a memorable photo-shoot on a beautiful sandy beach and in the countryside among the vineyards and olive trees.
Tuscany Cuisine
A Tuscany wedding also allows you to sample the wonderful Tuscan cuisine which is a notable feature of the culture. Remember, if the menu at your fairytale wedding is unsatisfying your guests will remember it more than they will remember the beautiful setting! A typical Tuscan menu will consist of an aperitif of Prosecco, an antipasto, a primi, a secondo, contorno and of course dolce. The antipasto could have a selection of salumi (sliced cured meats) and cheese which will be paired with different varieties of honey and jams. There may be a buffet of fresh seafood and sparnocchi, Carpaccio made of sword fish, salmon and mullet among others. Fresh pasta with duck sauce, suckling pig, and any other local game that is in season. In summary, weddings in Tuscany embrace hundreds of ancient, regional and seasonal flavors that make your wedding feast a happy memorable occasion for all.
Glamorous Wedding Villas
Built over four centuries there are more than three hundred villas in and around the arc Lucca plain. These villas are beautiful and spacious properties which make elegant venues for weddings and reception parties. They are also wonderful vacation rentals well-suited to stays of varying length with your family and friends. Some of the most the most popular villas are the Villa Oliva, Villa Nicoletta and Villa Catureglio among others.
Great Music
Of course, no wedding is complete without music to keep the mood and festivities vibrant. Music is a matter of personal choice and when you decide to have a wedding in Tuscany you will find a wide range of local bands such as a string quartet jazz band, even opera. These bands play you the appropriate music to maintain the sanctity of the ceremony and the conviviality of the reception while making sure that the guests are kept in a joyful mood.
Finally, if you have settled on Tuscany as the choice destination for your wedding, it is advisable that you hire a wedding planner who is experienced and knowledgeable in this area. Moreover, a wedding planner who is based in Tuscany will have a better idea of what will work out for you. Here is an example of a website of a wedding planner in Tuscany: www.alessiabweddings.com.
