Ordering custom engagement rings and marrying abroad.

The prospects of planning a wedding abroad is especially attractive in the modern age. Travel is more affordable than ever, and given the speed and efficiency of transportation, greater numbers of friends and family can come along to share in the occasion. A growing trend among travel savvy couples is to hold their ceremony in Chiang Mai, where favourable exchange rates allows them to splurge and have the kind of ceremony and honeymoon they couldn’t dream of having at home. What’s more, couples who know well in advance that they’re going to be in Chiang Mai can even contact a local jeweller and have a custom set of wedding and engagement rings made. Thailand is renowned for its gemstones and jewellery, and the value for money along with the high level of craftsmanship make this an especially attractive option.

Couples can wear their jewellery with pride, knowing no other piece in the world is quite like it. Chiang Mai has quite a few prominent shops that specialise in this sort of work, but couples do well to do a little research first. Look for reviews and trust positive feedback from other customers rather than the advice of touts who are only looking to make a commission. When it comes to planning a wedding in Chiang Mai, there are a number of companies that specialize in putting all the details together. In most cases, foreign couples are legally allowed to register a marriage from abroad, and these companies are well versed in filing the necessary paperwork. Most of these wedding planners offer set packages in several price ranges, but the details are customizable. The result is a tailor-made ceremony without any last minute surprises when it’s time to pay the bill. Those couples that do decide to have their engagement rings made made in Thailand can also connect with reputable jewellers through their onsite wedding planner. Depending on couples’ personalities, they may want to consider an exotic Buddhist ceremony.

This is a lovely way to connect with the local culture, especially when it reflects authentic Thai practices. Some wedding planners promote Buddhist ceremonies that come off more like a themed wedding, so it’s important to shop around and make sure you understand the details well in advance. Otherwise, a traditional Christian ceremony is easily staged in conjunction with one of a few century-old chapels in the city. Accommodating visiting friends and family is possible through group discounts in certain hotels, but a more charming alternative is to look into local real estate options and maybe renting a property for a few days, weeks or even a month. Properties like these can also be incorporated into the honeymoon plans, as Chiang Mai has to be one of the world’s most relaxing cities. So whether looking to custom-make wedding bands and engagement rings or simply get married at an exotic destination, Chiang Mai is an outstanding option. At the end of it all, everyone is sure to have had one of the most memorable experiences in their lifetime.