Destination weddings are all the rage and what better destination than North Carolina?  Whether you are looking to be married on the beach or in the mountains, in the city or in the middle of nature or if your looking for something relaxing or adventurous, you will be able to find what you are looking for in North Carolina.

With 14 cities having over 70,000 residents, you will be able to find everything you need to complete your wedding planning.  The capitol city of Raleigh offers many beautiful and unique outdoor locations to serve as your wedding venue.  Capitol Park, Pullen Park and Shelly Lake are beautiful outdoor venues that would be perfect for outdoor weddings.  If you are considering a garden wedding, WRAL-TV Gardens are an ideal location and can help with your floral budget since you will not need flowers for decoration.  If garden weddings are not your thing, then you may want to consider the Art Museum.  The venue can handle both the ceremony and reception and also has in house dining as well.  

Another wonderful place to host a wedding is at a vineyard.  Contrary to popular belief, you don't have to go to California to have your wedding in a vineyard.  There are over 400 vineyards in North Carolina so you will be sure to find one that will be perfect for your wedding day.  

Beach weddings are also popular in North Carolina.  There are numerous areas in North Carolina where you can host a beach wedding. Emerald Isle on the Crystal Coast is a great place to host your wedding as well as stay for your honeymoon. There is also historic Edenton which is home to the Barker House which is a beautifully romantic spot for your wedding with their gorgeous lawn leading to the waterfront. There is also a town trolley which can transport you and your guests on your wedding day.  

No matter what area of North Carolina you choose for your wedding, you can be sure it will be beautiful.  Every part of North Carolina has something special to offer when planning your wedding.