While all weddings are memorable for the couples tying the knot, few ceremonies beat the charm and romanticism of destination weddings, which are only made better by an intimate setting. Those looking to dial back the frills and lavishes on their big day while still making sure it is special, bespoke, and involves their closest friends and family members can’t go wrong by entrusting one of One&Only’s resorts around the world. Located in some of the most exceptional spots surrounded by postcard-worthy natural landscapes, the award-winning resorts pride themself on creating one-of-a-kind settings to match couples’ personalities and dedicated experiences for their families and guests.
Read on to find out more about the different experiences offered at each One&Only resort around the world.
One&Only Portonovi, Montenegro
Located at the entrance of Boka Bay on Montenegro’s Adriatic Sea, One&Only Portonovi is perfect for those looking to have a wedding in Europe’s hidden. Featuring both indoor and al fresco event spaces offering picturesque views of the sea, forests and medieval towns, the resort’s gazebo and decor take fresh flowers from Herceg Novi. For more privacy, couples can host events at Villa One with unobstructed views of Boka Bay and a capacity of 30 guests.
One&Only Le Saint Géran, Mauritius
One&Only Le Saint Géran benefits from being set in the Indian Ocean in Mauritius, to offer the perfect blend of local craftsmanship, personalized service, and style. Highlights of the experience include helicopter rides to remote islands with surprises, firework displays on remote nearby islands, or a Traditional Sega show. Ceremonies and events can be hosted at intimate venues like The Pavilion with a capacity of 10 guests and views of the lagoon, or Villa One with its own infinity pool, terrace, and private access to the beach.
One&Only Palmilla, Los Cabos, Mexico
Wrap yourself in the golden rays of the Mexican sun at Los Cabos’ iconic resort One&Only Palmilla. Here, both intimate ceremonies and welcoming celebrations are infused with warmth, glamour, and exclusivity, for a perfectly personalized event. Take your pick of locations: from elegant ballrooms to shimmering white-sand shores and emerald lawns. There’s even a hill-top chapel with a capacity of 40 guests, framed with palms and tropical faun, a horse-drawn carriage that will transport guests to the timelessness of the 1950s.
One&Only Mandarina, Mexico
For nature lovers, One&Only Mandarina is located along Riviera Nayarit’s rare undeveloped coastline and surrounded by rainforest and the Pacific Ocean. Offering expansive villas hidden among the trees and fun-filled family activities, this wildly beautiful coastal resort is perfect for intimate celebrations and relaxed gatherings. Discover unique spaces woven throughout, allowing both complete privacy and the buzz of a glamorous lifestyle. As for the ceremony itself, the resort’s private beach features a tranquil setting and a view of the entire coastline. Couples can also exchange vows within the resort’s Grand Villas perfect for bigger groups and families, where vast indoor spaces melt into an expansive terrace and private pool.
One&Only Reethi Rah, Maldives
Benefitting from Maldives’ crystal clear turquoise waters, One&Only Reethi Rah is located on its own private island with 12 pristine white sandy beaches perfect for both intimate and grand ceremonies and vow renewals. Ceremonies can be held in your own villa or on the private beachfront in the presence of a celebratory Maldivian Bodu Beru performance. The resort’s beachfront restaurant Fanditha is also equipped to host weddings and offers stunning sunset views, while the Wedding Pavilion features a capacity of 30 guests under a traditional thatched roof adorned with fresh fragrant flowers.
