Malta may be the best getaway for the romantic wedding of your dreams. Malta and her sister island of Gozo are full of unique beauty, history and charm that are sure to make her special day truly unforgettable. Its lavish hotel ballrooms, lavish venues, picturesque churches and fabulous weather provide a variety of options for planning the wedding she’s always envisioned.
Planning your wedding in Malta
A traditional Maltese wedding used to feature a bridal party walking from the bride’s house to the parish church, under a detailed canopy, followed by singers serenading them. Today, wedding cars, limousines and horse-drawn carriages have replaced this ancient tradition. Once married, the wife would wear the ‘ghonnella’, a traditional garment that is no longer worn. Today’s couples are still, more often than not, married in the traditional way through a mass in a local church of their choice. This is followed by a reception attended by a few hundred guests, often lasting into the early hours of the morning. Alternatively, seated gala dinners may be chosen instead of receptions.
If you want to get married in a church, you can choose from over 300 churches and chapels that are spread across the Maltese islands. These were built during several different periods of history and therefore offer various charms, architectural features and décor, one of which is sure to suit your perfect wedding in Malta. In the case of civil weddings, or the reception/dinner that follows mass, local gardens, historical palaces, places with sea views, pool terraces and large hotel suites, among others, are available at various points around the island, all of which can provide you with the exact theme and atmosphere you’re hoping for.
Compared to more common exotic wedding venues like the Caribbean for example, weddings in Malta can be more affordable. In fact, on the island you can find a variety of places to celebrate the wedding of your dreams, as well as hotels for your guests, to suit any budget! Plus, there are hotels that offer fantastic all-inclusive packages, as well as experienced on-site teams that take care of everything for you.
As soon as you decide to get married in Malta, the on-site wedding teams can organize the wedding of your dreams and guide you every step of the way, allowing you to arrive on the island and find everything set up for the big day. Easy, cheap, perfect!