Destination Desert Weddings
Written by: Lauren Craig
Beautiful, Bohemian, and Open-Aired
The Bougainvillea Estate
In La Quinta is perfect for couples looking for elegant and worldly influences, from the gorgeous Mediterranean style fountain to the beautiful lane of Brazilian pepper trees. For this special day, the couple had a vibrant, cohesive and colorful theme. We made sure that our cuisine matched the couple’s warm wedding colors from the Social Hour to the Wedding Cake.
Pictured Here: OurBlackened Ahi Tuna on a Cucumber Crisp with Wasabi Creme Fraiche and Alfalfa Sprout, accompanied by a juicy Grapefruit Garnish.
Having a destination wedding doesn’t have to be miles away from home. We recommend saying “I do” in the California desert for many reasons. There’s the open-air, offering both seclusion, and in today’s world, safe social distancing practices. The little-to-no rain allows more flexibility with your choice of wedding month. The outdoor scenery provides gorgeous backdrop, giving your ceremony a golden aura. When the sun sets, there’s endless energy under the stars.
Finally, the neutral colors allow room to incorporate your lifestyle or cultural influences, particularly when it comes to the reception. In today’s Summit Story, we’ll explore three of our dreamiest desert destination weddings to inspire you while giving you confidence that Summit can bring your wedding day vision to life.
The Spanish Style
The historic Cree Estate in Palm Springs has a soft romantic ambiance that is extremely picturesque. It’s ideal for those who want a modern yet old-fashioned charm, which we brought to life from the table design to their wedding menu.
Pictured Here: For the main course, a duet entrée of savory salmon with perfectly prepared filet mignon accompanied by mouthwatering asparagus.
What is a destination wedding?
A Destination Wedding simply means that the wedding is held in a location that is away from the couple’s hometown. Destination weddings are often given the stigma that while adventurous and idealistic, they are overly expensive and require a lot of juggling being a faraway location.
We’re here to tell you that with Summit, it doesn’t have to be. We can accommodate size and intricacy, from a larger guest count to close friends and family. What’s more, we can give you the “far away” feel just a few hours from your own backyard. We are proud to partner with venues in the Palm Springs and Coachella Valley area.
The Simple Yet Elegant
Lago Vista Ranch in Thermal, California is beautiful and spacious, quintessential for couples who have a larger guest count. The open-style venue has a vast manicured lawn and is surrounded by lofty palm trees. The ranch is a great choice for couples who are looking for more creativity regarding fusion in the foods.
Pictured Here: Mango Ceviche Shooters with Crispy Tostada for the Social Hour, and Sliced Roasted Beef with Lemon Chimichurri, Roasted Carrots, and Broccolini for the main course.