The Indian wedding industry touched an approximate $75 billion in 2023-2024 according to WedMeGood, some of it due to the urban Indian’s penchant for a destination wedding. A recent survey by Betterhalf, a matrimonial app and wedding company, found that 47 per cent of eligible bachelors and to-be-wed couples were opting for overseas celebrations, however in a manner that doesn’t deplete their collective bank balances.
The idea of exchanging vows on the beachside, or while taking in the verdant views of a hill station is certainly appealing, and despite widespread suppositions, can be done on a (mostly) fixed budget. As long as your guest-list is confined to a respectable number of 50-80 (or preferably even lesser), you can hold your fairytale destination wedding, both within India and overseas, within a budget of Rs 25 lakhs.
10 budget-friendly locations in India and abroad where you can have a destination wedding under Rs 25 lakhs
1. Jaipur
If you’ve dreamed of having a royal wedding, you should certainly consider the Pink City as a regal destination for your nuptials. From the Jaibagh Palace to Fairmont Jaipur and Samode Palace, the options are endless, with these heritage properties offering multiple packages that can be customised to suit your budget.
2. Goa
