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UK vs Italy: where is it cheaper to get married? Cost breakdown

30 dicembre 2022

Destination Wedding planner breaks the silence: "Getting married in Sicily, Italy costs less than getting married in the UK"

You want to get married. Now, when you dream about your wedding, your fantasy runs wild (it's ok to let it!).

In this article you're about to discover some secrets that might just land you the wedding of your dreams without breaking the bank.

Buckle up, because we're about to dive into the crazy world of marriage expenses, and you won't believe the differences between tying the knot in Sicily versus the UK.

For those of you who don'y know much about our beloved island, Sicily is the largest island in the Mediterranean Sea located off the southwestern coast of Italy. It is known for its rich history, beautiful landscapes, and delicious wines and cuisine.

Sicily is home to a number of incredible UNESCO World Heritage sites, including the Valley of the Temples, that features the remains of several ancient Greek temples. It is known for the traditions and the warmth of the climate that shows in the souls of its inhabitants.

It is colourful, with stunning architecture and it's home to a number of beautiful landscapes, including sandy beaches, rugged coastlines, and rolling hills. It is also home to several active volcanoes, including Mount Etna, which is the highest active volcano in Europe.
Now that you know a bit about Sicily, let's get to the numbers.

How much is a wedding in the UK?

Weddings in the UK can cost anywhere from a few hundred pounds to £100,000 or more. According to the latest figures from the Wedding Report, the average wedding costs in 2022 was is a whopping £30,000 (which is around $41,000 in American dollars, if you're reading from the US).

Considering the inflation in the UK is up over 10%, we are looking at a price tag of least £ 33.000 for the 2023.

But let's compare that to the cost of getting married in Italy, shall we? It turns out that getting hitched in the boot-shaped country can be a more affordable affair. In fact, the average cost of a wedding in Sicily is roughly £23,000. That's a savings of £10,000, or around 30% cheaper than getting married in the UK.

So why is it so much cheaper to get married in Italy? Well, there are a few reasons.

First of all, venues in Italy are often much more affordable than those in the UK. Italian venues are known for their stunning architecture, beautiful outdoor spaces, and charming atmosphere, but they don't charge nearly as much as their UK counterparts.

Look at the wedding venues below, you can get married in any of them! There are many beautiful locations in Sicily that would make for a perfect wedding venue, such as the stunning Palermo coastline, the picturesque Coast of Siracusa, or the charming city of Catania. In addition to the lower cost...

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...and stunning venues, getting married in Italy also offers a unique and memorable experience for you and your guests. Imagine exchanging vows in a beautiful Italian villa or a charming countryside chapel, and then celebrating with a traditional Italian feast and wine. It's an experience that your guests will never forget.

Let's get to the cost breakdown of a wedding in Sicily in 2023.

We share a minimum price to a maximum for a wedding of about 100 guests

Wedding venues range from 1.500 euros to 5.000 euros
Lunch – wedding dinner 100 people from 12,000 euros – 120/pp 15,000 euros – 150/pp
Open Bar for your guests: range between 800 euros to 2000 euros
Photographic service and movies from 1000 euro to 3000 euro
Flower design: from 2000 to 8000 euros
Music & entertainment from 600 euros to 3000 euros
Ceremony from 500 euros to 2,500 euros
Accommodation for 3 days for you immediate family (15 people) 4500 to 10000 euros
Transportation: 1600 to 2500 euros

Therefore, we go from a price range from a low of about € 25.000 (about £ 22k) to a high of about €49000 (£43k).

These costs are in line with our experience with couples.

So, if you are tired of the same old wedding venues and ready for something truly unique and breathtaking, you need to consider getting married in Sicily, Italy.

And you, what do you imagine for your Wedding in Sicily?

If you have any questions, you can have a free wedding consultation to explore the possibility of getting married in Sicily. It's no-committment, no-salesy conversation, where you can share your idea and I'll give you a rough plan on how to make it happen. Leave can leave your details below and we will be in touch to organise the call!

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