American Weddings
Brightline is a privately owned railway line which has served as a marriage venue for a wedding in 2022.
I have witnessed a wedding (as the official witness) on a cruise ship out of Florida, but this is the first time I have heard of a wedding on a train.
The train wedding couple did not meet on the train. They met when the husband to be was renting property (Americans say leasing) from his bride-to be. They had many dates taking the train and the bride thought the train ride was the most romantic part of the date.
The train company sectioned off part of the train for the ceremony and reception afterwards. Photos were taken on the train and at the station.
UK Weddings & Emergency vehicles
In England I have seen many reports of unusual carriages to the wedding venue, usually connected with the jobs of one of the spouses or their family. A nostalgic horse and carriage is quite common.
I recall a double decker bus being used. Also I recall one case of the bridal party stuck when the road was impassable. Emergency service vehicles (a fire engine) came to the rescue.
Israel Outdoors
I attended a wedding of a relative by marriage in Israel. The incoming security stopped me and asked me the bride's name. The wedding invitation was all in Hebrew and I hadn't a clue. (Her name was Ayala.) We took a taxi from the airport. The taxi driver had trouble locating the venue so we arrived later than expected.
Australia's Public Parks
I have also seen weddings in public parks in Australia. The problem with public parks is that strangers can come along and heckle or intrude on photos. Not to mention wandering dogs!
I have also seen pictures of ski scenes in weddings, and under-water ceremonies.
Singapore's Rooftop Wedding Receptions
I attended a wedding on a rooftop in Singapore. While we were circling before the wedding we had a chance to take photo of the bride and ourselves against the distant scenery. Once we were seated, because of the high safety wall, we did not see the scenery at all. That was okay. We were more interested in the food and talking to each other. However, at 7 pm in Singapore the sun sets. Later, the view had vanished. Just some lights in the darkness far away. So it's a good thing to arrive early at a scenic destination to get photos. The bride and groom and official photographers might be monopolising the best spots, and, of course, they have priority. So, if you are a guest, arrive early.
Botanical Gardens Bandstand
And another in a restaurant in the Botanical Gardens, after a ceremony planned for the bandstand. The officiant was late.
The bride wanted photos of exchanging vows on the bandstand at sunset. So we rushed to do a mock ceremony.
As a Toastmaster I was able to improvise the mock ceremony. I had a few stage-whisper prompts from those standing alongside.
Afterwards the officiant arrived as the dinner was being served at the allotted time. The real ceremony was performed indoors.
Useful websites
USA
Train
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brightline
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11211743/Florida-couple-married-Brightline-TRAIN-using-meet-one-dates.html
Ski Slope
https://www.herecomestheguide.com/wedding-venues/type/ski-resort
Boat
Singapore
https://www.facebook.com/vineyardhortpark (Singapore)
https://vogue.sg/the-best-unconventional-wedding-venues-in-singapore/
UK
You could get married at Kew Gardens in London. Going north, you could get your wedding photos at Ness Gardens in Liverpool.
You can hire a classic fire engine.
https://www.classicfireengines.co.uk/fire-engine-weddings/
My son got married indoors in London. However, just before the ceremony, the photographer unexpectedly walked us across to a tiny park we had never noticed with feature of rocks and tumbling plants. A look at a map might show you the nearest park to an indoor venue.
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