At Mariage Sud, we believe every couple deserves a wedding that truly reflects who they are.
We respectfully, discreetly and thoughtfully assist LGBT+ couples who wish to celebrate their wedding, their union or renew their vows in a southern destination. Above all, our goal is to help you fully enjoy this important milestone in a destination and resort where you can feel welcomed and comfortable.
Planning a destination wedding requires some preparation. Laws, procedures and ceremony options can vary from one country to another. Some destinations allow legal same-sex marriages, while others may instead offer symbolic ceremonies.
Our travel advisors can help you understand the different options and choose a destination that suits your relationship, your expectations and the type of celebration you wish to experience.
A destination where you can simply celebrate
Choosing the right destination and resort is especially important.
Our team can guide you toward resorts and destinations known for their welcoming environment, openness and experience hosting LGBT+ weddings. We also take your personal preferences into consideration, including the atmosphere you are looking for, type of resort, beach, dining, activities, level of service, budget and the experience you want for your guests.
The goal is simple: to find a place where your wedding can be celebrated naturally, surrounded by the people who matter most to you.
Legal Wedding or Symbolic Ceremony
The rules surrounding LGBT+ weddings are not the same everywhere.
Depending on the destination, different options may be available:
- Legal wedding
- Symbolic ceremony
- Vow renewal
- Private ceremony
- Celebration with family and friends
- Wedding followed by a honeymoon
Our advisors can provide information about the options available at your selected destination and resort so you can make an informed choice.
We Help You Plan Your Wedding
Mariage Sud can assist you throughout the different stages of your wedding project:
- Destination selection
- Resort selection
- Choice of ceremony
- Coordination with the resort and destination wedding teams
- Reservation of the ceremony date, location and time
- Travel arrangements for the couple
- Coordination of your guests’ reservations
- Selection of available rooms and room categories
- Reception or dinner following the ceremony
- Flowers, decorations and other elements offered by the resort
- Group activities
- Honeymoon planning
- Support before departure
You also benefit from the experience of travel advisors who specialize in destination weddings and group travel.
A Wedding That Reflects You
An LGBT+ wedding does not need to be different from any other wedding.
It simply needs to feel like you.
Intimate or surrounded by dozens of guests. Elegant or relaxed. On the beach, in a tropical garden or in a more contemporary setting. We help you create an experience that reflects your relationship rather than fitting into a predetermined formula.
Because beyond the destination, the resort and the ceremony, what truly matters is the moment you will experience together.
Frequently Asked Questions
Legal recognition depends on the country, and sometimes on the region. Some destinations perform civil marriages between same-sex partners, while others offer symbolic ceremonies only. The rules change over time. We verify the status that applies to your destination and resort during planning, and we tell you which documents are required.
A symbolic ceremony takes place at destination with no legal standing: no official documents are required and the format is entirely yours. A legal wedding is performed by a recognized authority in that country and produces a certificate, with additional documents, delays and fees. Many couples hold a symbolic ceremony abroad and complete the legal marriage in Quebec, before or after the trip.
We consider the resort’s experience with same-sex couples, its hospitality policies, the training of its wedding team and the feedback from our own couples. The destination matters too: local laws, culture and environment. We suggest properties where your wedding will be organized like any other wedding.
