"Destination Weddings" are probably the most important trend of the wedding market right now! It's a simple principle. You get married somewhere in the world that is not your hometown or the city you live in. This could be in your country or in a different country. Sounds exciting right?

This blog will focus on five reasons why you should consider getting married in France. So, let's get started:

1. Fairytale Châteaux (Manor House)

   There are numerous scenic stone châteaux or manor houses in France! These beautiful wedding venues present themselves in almost any region in the country and are the perfect backdrop for your wedding photography.

   If you ever visited France, you've probably seen that picturesque chapels and village churches are pretty much everywhere! If you're having a religious ceremony, then such venues are the one for you - and for your reception, there are several options available. To add a wow factor to your reception, you can rent a country house with your friends. You could be set on top of the olive-groved hills overlooking the bay of Cannes; nestled amongst the vineyards of Boredeaux or along the wild and rocky coastline of Brittany - the choice is yours!

2. Picturesque locations!

   From wonderful vineyards to paradisal stretches of lavender, France is filled with beautiful spots for your wedding photography. If you have not considered the South of France as your wedding destination...then you are missing a trick! The south of France is known for its sunshine, super coasts and idyllic beaches. If you're having your wedding in the south of France, you may want to hire a local photographer (Photographe de mariage dans le Var) or perhaps a destination wedding photographer who specialises in traveling around the world to document the magical day of bride and grooms.

3. Champers

   Your wedding celebration will most likely involve a fair bit of wine and chances are, it will be French wine! But exported French wines are far more expensive than they are in their native land. Having your wedding in France means you'll have easy access to not only some of the best wines in the world but also at the very best price! Champagne is also another most important investment of your special day – but what if you were actually getting married on a vineyard? That's endless supplies!

4. Breath-taking landscapes

   Towering mountains, glittering lakes, dense woodlands and miles upon miles of golden beaches, France's landscape will really take your breath away! From the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea, contrasting crashing surf to the west with swanky yachts to the east. Lushly verdant hills roll from Normandy to the Loire, and rushing rivers connect the gorges of the south to the parched soils of sun-scorched Provence. In such a beautiful country, these breath-taking landscapes will create unforgettable wedding memories!

5. Top-notch nosh

   Anyone who's spent a holiday in France will know how difficult it is to find bad food in France! Food is not only the backbone of France, but the country’s very identity - and the quality of food there is so high that you won’t necessarily have to fork out on an expensive caterer. You'll find that high street bakeries produce exquisite pastries and cakes on a daily basis, and a local patissier can work wonders for a wedding order. A wedding breakfast à la français… sounds délicieux, doesn’t it?

6. Sunshine!

   The south of France is known for its near-perfect climate, super coast and romantic beaches. The Côte d’Azur enjoys over 300 days of sunshine per year with mild winters and hot summers tempered by a light sea breeze! On the Mediterranean coast, summer days bask in 12 hours of sunshine each day and an average temperature of 27 degrees. Sounds lush right?