According to research, couples in the US are constantly googling Italian wedding venues.  I mean, what a dream it would be to get married in Italy?!

Tuscan style and vineyard wedding venues are trending - or are continuing to trend, I should say - again for 2025.  And, it just so happens that I recently booked a trip to Italy.  I am heading there in just a few months and am so excited!  Aside from sightseeing in Rome, Florence and Tuscany, I fully plan to eat as much pasta and drink as much red wine as humanly possible. Popular wedding venues in Rome are Castello di Petrata, Villa Miani, Palazzo Brancaccio, and Villa Aurelia.

Can't make it to Italy?  Destination weddings aren't your thing?  There are a couple of Italian-inspired venues in central New York you should definitely consider.  My favorite being Ventosa Vineyards on Seneca Lake in Geneva, NY.  Amazing wine, a stunning ballroom, mediterranean fare, and a gorgeous lake backdrop for your ceremony - what more could you ask for from a wedding venue?  On the opposite side of the lake sits the ever-elegant Geneva on the Lake.  If a lavish wedding with magnificent gardens is your vibe - this is the place for you.

Be sure to follow me on Instagram to see pictures from my upcoming travels.  Take a look at these stunning places.  Which would you choose to get married at?

Having been involved with over 100 weddings, I have made my way to several wedding venues in the Binghamton area, throughout the Finger Lakes, and in Central New York.  Here are some that I love!

1. New Park Event Venue & Suites - Ithaca, NY
If a whimsical, artsy, woodland wedding is your vibe - look no further than New Park.  It is unassuming from the road, but once you drive in and see the charming overnight suites and picturesque landscape you won't want to look at any other venue. 


2. Traditions at the Glen - Binghamton, NY
If you're looking for an all-inclusive venue in the Binghamton area, Traditions is a great option for you.  With their panoramic views, top-notch service, and delicious meal options you can't go wrong.  You can choose to have your wedding ceremony on site in front of their outdoor fountain overlooking the triple cities, and you have three options when it comes to choosing your reception space including an elegant ballroom and two on-site tented areas.  As an added bonus - enjoy their on-site spa and salt cave rooms!


3. Hotel Syracuse Marriott Downtown - Syracuse, NY
When it comes to luxury service, the Hotel Syracuse Marriott Downtown knows what they're doing.   The Grand Ballroom's unique painted ceiling, floor to ceiling windows and stunning chandeliers makes this venue unlike any other and is certain to wow your guests with its elegance and charm.  Superb service, exquisite dining, and the on-site bridal rotunda are all reasons to have your wedding here!

What are some of your favorite wedding venues?  Let me know in the comments!