Just 30 minutes north of the Ecuator, with an average temperature of 28C and less than 20 inches rainfall, weather is one less thing couples have to worry about. Civil marriages must take place at the Civil Town House, or if you have been legally married back home, you can hold a romantic celebration beachside. Aruba is a great choice with miles of powder white sand and aquamarine sea, and an array of good Resort Hotels.

Required documents include: Copies of birth certificates with state certification; passport picture page or valid state issued picture ID, witness (18 years up) passport picture page or valid state issued picture ID (minimum two witnesses) and proof of status. All documents must be faxed or e-mailed for review and then submitted by courier at least one month prior to the wedding date.