Marriage Requirements
To marry in Australia you must be over 18 with an “Intention to Marry” document on file. Divorce and death decrees are also required if applicable. Check with your Certified Destination Wedding Specialist for more details.
Travel Information
Travel Documents
Passports and visitor visas are required when traveling to Australia. If you are a citizen of the US, visit travel.state.gov for more information on travel documents needed. For Canadian travelers, visit travel.gc.ca for relevant travel information.
Language
English is the official language of Australia, but due to the multicultural population of the country, it is also common to find regions with a variety of languages.
Currency and Tipping
Australia’s national currency is the Australian dollar.
Climate & Beaches
Climate
Categorized as having opposite seasons of the United States, the climate of Australia is generally pleasant without extremes in temperatures and plenty of sunshine.
Beaches
Hayman is Australia's most celebrated private island and has a lovely selection of beaches. Be sure to take a helicopter tour to deserted Whitehaven Beach and stretch out in the white silica sand that is among the purest in the world.
Activities & Attractions
Activities
Snorkeling, sailing, yachting, and kayaking through the Great Barrier Reef are all popular on (or shall we say off!) the island. There are also a number of great hikes and tropical gardens to explore.
Nightlife