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Graduate Hotels: A Class Of Their Own

We’ve got a major crush on Graduate Hotels. This fast-growing group is not your average hotel chain; in fact, they’re anything but! These carefully-curated and hand-crafted hotel "campuses" can be found in some of the most vibrant University towns across America. Think cool college kid meets local history buff...and falls madly in love. These boutique hotels have done their homework—ensuring you'll feel like a local even if it's your first time in town.

21 Hauntingly Beautiful Wedding Venues

If you’ve got a penchant for the paranormal, consider hosting your wedding at one of these spirited properties—that are believed to be haunted! From a glamorous Spanish-style resort to a former 19th-century train station, you’re bound to find an otherworldly event space that will thrill and delight your guests. And one thing’s for sure: the spine-tingling histories of these spooky locations might even bring more “guests” to your wedding than you had anticipated...

34 Stylish California Venues For Your Micro Wedding

Planning a micro wedding in California? Whether that's always been your day-of dream or if it's the new Plan B, these small celebrations can pack a big punch when it comes to style and the guest experience offered. So if you’re looking to scale down that invite list to just your nearest and dearest, check out these beautiful venues that offer custom-curated packages that will save you time, money, and stress when it comes to planning your intimate event.

18 Of The Most Instagrammable Wedding Venues In The U.S.A.

Searching for an #instaworthy location for your #weddingday? We've scoured the country for the most picture-perfect venues that provide you with a glorious, one-of-a-kind backdrop for your celebration. Whether it's an industrial-chic space with epic city views, or a romantic private estate surrounded by manicured grounds, #nofilters are needed at these gorgeous spots you're bound to love.

Road Trip Weddings: 16 Of The Best Elopement Destinations In Colorado

Searching for a gorgeous place to elope, but don't want to get on a plane or travel far from home? Thanks to Colorado's picturesque landscape you can exchange vows with a majestic Rocky Mountain backdrop, surrounded by towering trees in a National Forest, on the shores of an impossibly blue alpine lake, among sandstone-capped spires, or in a historic mansion-turned-B&B. Whatever your wedding day style is, adventure awaits at these perfect local hotspots!

11 Spectacular Outdoor San Francisco Wedding Venues

There’s more to San Francisco than its iconic buildings and bridges. This thriving metropolis is also home to some beautiful outdoor wedding venues hidden in plain sight. So whether you want to exchange vows on a luxurious yacht, on a rooftop deck overlooking the bay, or in a secluded garden right in the heart of the city, here’s a look at some stunning spaces perfect for an al fresco celebration.

Sweet Escapes: 10 Cozy Coastal Wedding Venues Outside Of Boston

You don't have to travel very far from Boston to find a storybook New England venue full of seaside charm. In fact, a serene setting that will make all your coastal wedding dreams come true may be closer than you think! From a charming historic inn with a private beach to an elegant cliffside resort, these waterfront locations provide a jaw-dropping backdrop for your big day while making you feel a million miles away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

8 Awesome Wedding Venues In and Around Boulder

With picturesque mountain ranges and forests in every direction and a vibrant city at its heart, Boulder is an ideal location for a fabulous wedding.. Whether you want to exchange vows in a hidden oasis beneath towering redwoods, on the landscaped lawn of a historic mansion, or in an eclectic reimagined warehouse, you won’t have to look hard to find a stunning setting for an amazing celebration here.

9 Charming Coastal Maine Wedding Venues Within A 2-hour Drive From Boston

Planning a Boston wedding, but keep finding yourself dreaming of a sweet seaside celebration? Then hop in the car and head to the southern coast of Maine where you'll have no trouble finding an epic waterfront location along this romantic and rugged shoreline. From an iconic cliffside resort to an elegant private club on the beach, we've pulled some wow-worthy wedding venues all within a 2-hour drive from Boston.

20 Fabulous Wedding Venues Within A 2-Hour Drive of Philly

Love Philly, but not the idea of a big city wedding? This bustling metropolis just happens to be minutes away from national parks, quaint seaside towns, and serene countryside. So if you’re looking for a venue with jaw-dropping scenery and a relaxed vibe, feast your eyes on these beauties that are all located within a short 2-hour drive!

22 Of The Most Exquisite Urban Garden Wedding Venues In The U.S.A

Searching for a super-chic wedding venue that blends fragrant blossoms and lush greenery with a cool, modern vibe? Then these urban garden venues are for you! From a loft-style warehouse with large skylights in Los Angeles to a rooftop garden with a living wall overlooking NYC'S iconic cityscape, you'll be sure to fall in love with these romantic-yet-minimalist spaces.

Sweet Escapes: 18 Gorgeous Getaways Within A 3-Hour Drive of Manhattan

Planning a New York wedding, but want to escape the hustle and bustle of the city? Thanks to its unique location, you won't have to travel very far to find a relaxing retreat for your big day. From a French Country-inspired estate to a rustic-chic organic farm nestled in the mountains, we've gathered 23 gorgeous venues all within a 3-hour drive of Manhattan. Not only do they have fabulous amenities and stunning landscapes, but their laid-back vibe will make you feel like you’re a lifetime away from the city that never sleeps.

4 Santa Barbara Venues Perfect for Small Weddings and Elopements

From the crystal-blue shoreline to its rustic Wine Country, Santa Barbara is pure romance—and not surprisingly, a popular elopement destination. Whether you’re on a budget or willing to splurge, you’ll find some tempting options among these venues that welcome small weddings.

Best of Buffalo: 4 Beautiful Wedding Venues In Western New York

On the hunt for the perfect wedding venue in Buffalo? As the second largest city in the state of New York, this bustling metropolis is home to a stunning downtown riverfront, award-winning restaurants, famous parks and landmarks, and a ton of unique wedding venues. From rustic-style shindigs beneath the stars to elegant receptions in a historic hotel and everything in between, you’re bound to find your perfect backdrop for your big day in and near Buffalo.

Love Wins: 7 Cool LA Venues That Welcome LGBTQ+ Weddings

Searching for the perfect venue in Los Angeles to host your LGBTQ+ wedding? You won’t have to look very hard! This eclectic city opens their arms to love of all kinds— regardless of gender identity/expression. So let’s raise a glass to these stunning locations who know that at the end of the day, the only thing that matters is LOVE!

24 Stunning Venues That Make It Easy To Elope

So you’ve decided to elope! While that once meant hopping over to Vegas to a drive-thru chapel with an Elvis impersonator as the officiant (a choice we can still get behind!), elopements today continue to grow in popularity and offer a lot more options—whether you're looking for a retreat for just you two or a micro-gathering with up to 50 of your favorite people. These romantic and fun alternatives to a traditional wedding can happen just about anywhere, and if you’d like to hit the easy button and let someone else take care of the day-of details we've got you covered: From West to East, here’s a handful of beautiful venues that provide creative, comprehensive, and affordable elopement packages so all you need to do is show up and say “I do”.

7 Fab Wedding Venues in Fredericksburg, Texas

Fredericksburg is one of the most charming small towns in the heart of Texas Hill Country—an ideal spot for a wedding weekend. Whether you’re looking to host an intimate wedding or a grand affair, Fredericksburg has a variety of gorgeous wedding venues to choose from! You’ll also find that Fredericksburg is home to elegant shops, fine dining restaurants, historical museums, wineries, and the popular Enchanted Rock—a pink granite mountain with a scenic overlook and 8.4 miles of hiking trails!

Here Comes The PRIDE: 11 LGBTQ-friendly SF Wedding Venues

You won’t have to look hard to find a gorgeous LGBTQ-friendly wedding venue in San Francisco. As one of the first cities to recognize gay marriage (and one of the strongest LGBTQ+ communities in the entire nation) they have alll the options when it comes to finding the perfect place to tie the knot. So whether you want to shout your love from a rooftop deck, or in an elegant museum surrounded by priceless works of art, here are a few of our favorite SF venue who get that Love is Love!

Black-Owned Wedding Venues You Need To Know About

If you're looking to support black-owned wedding businesses, why not start with your venue? We're putting a spotlight on—and celebrating—the beautiful, black-owned wedding venues below. Hosting your wedding at one of these venues is one simple way to make a positive impact on African American businesses, and to stand in solidarity with the Black Lives Matter movement.

Please note that this is a dynamic list that we'll continue to update and add to over time!

20 Awe-Inspiring Mountain Elopement Locations In The U.S.A.

Is there anything more romantic than eloping in the Great Outdoors? The U.S.A. is home to a number of renowned mountain ranges and lush forests that set a glorious stage for your vows. So whether you want to say "I do” beneath towering redwoods in California, on a wooded hillside in Vermont, on top of a snow-capped peak in Montana, or among dramatic desert red rocks and buttes in Arizona, these stunning landscapes will serve as an epic backdrop, witness, and guest of honor for your mountaintop elopement.