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It has everything! This ninety-mile stretch off the central coast of California is pure paradise. It's no wonder why it's been the inspiration of poets like Jack Kerouac and the scene of Hollywood films. It was even the site of almost a decade of folk festivals that hosted the likes of Joan Baez and Joni Mitchell.

The natural beauty and charm of this veritable "Garden of Eden" hasn't escaped the eye of many brides and grooms, including celebrities Natalie Portman and Anne Hathaway who each tied their knots here in 2012. With scenery this beautiful, it would be hard not to let your heart turn to thoughts of romance.

Big Sur offers cliffs and coastline that make the perfect setting for a breezy beach wedding. The Santa Lucia Mountains offer a spectacular view, Mother Nature's own wedding decor!

For those of you with a more rustic pallet, thick forestry and plenty of foliage offer a canopy of greenery just waiting for a wedding to take place beneath them. The mild climate which is not too hot in the summer, and not too cold in the winter, creates an environment that produces rare and endangered flowers! What a unique and exotic bridal bouquet they will make! And imagine the centerpieces! Your guests will be "oooh-ing" and "ah-ing" over your floral decor whether they join you for the destination wedding or only view photos.

There are plenty of top-notch lodging and resort destinations that cater to brides, grooms, and their guests. And you will have no trouble at all finding a fantastic caterer or restaurant to furnish the reception. When it comes to travelers, Big Sur has seen its share.

It's still been able to keep its untouched natural grace, however. Development has been restricted in much of the area, so the coastline and forest are still relatively as wild and unique as the endangered flowers it produces.

If you prefer an up-scale, black tie affair you'll find high end resorts to accommodate you. If you've always dreamed of a sandy beach and barefoot affair, they've got that too. Prefer a rugged, bohemian style soiree that appeals to your inner poet? You'll find the perfect horse ranch or cozy cabin to be your backdrop for your big day.

However you imagined your dream destination wedding, Big Sur California has it. It's easy to see why it has been such a popular destination for weddings, movies, poets, and festivals over the years. No wonder why it's one of the hottest trends in weddings!

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