InterContinental Pattaya Resort, an IHG Hotel

With gay weddings now legal in Thailand, a beachfront ceremony is a reality. Intercontinental Pattaya’s private stretch of beach overlooking the Andaman Sea is one of the best locations you could imagine.

What’s really cool is that you could combine your wedding ceremony and reception in one. The exclusive beachfront area is the perfect place to say your “I do’s” and there’s space enough for a 250-person cocktail and canapé setting, or 200 people seated. They’ll even create a more intimate space if you have a select guest list.

If you’d prefer to separate the two, the resort has a number of indoor spaces for you to choose from, depending on guest numbers.

• Phratamnak Ballroom - 200 guests - If you’re planning a destination wedding and inviting everyone you’ve ever met, this event space is ideal.
• Latitude by the Beach - 40–60 guests - The resort’s signature restaurant, beachside, can be split to cater exclusively to your party. 40 guests in the meeting zone or 60 in the lounge area.
• Phratamnak Courtyard - 40 guests - If the weather is perfect for your wedding day, an al-fresco reception would impress everyone. This area is a lush oriental garden featuring its own waterfall.

Do you have your own wedding planner? That’s awesome, they can deal directly with the venue staff. If not, let them know your vision and they’ll help make it a reality. You can choose between a classic Western-style ceremony or a Traditional Thai one, complete with monks' blessings.

As for the wedding night, be sure to upgrade your accommodation to one of the pool villa rooms.