Marriages made in heaven

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21 APRIL 2004
Cyprus
If you prefer to tie the knot closer to home,why not go for the Mediterranean island of Cyprus, where Aphrodite, the Goddess of Love herself, rose from the waves? You can choose between a civil service in the town hall, or an Anglican or Catholic church wedding in a five-star beach hotel – or even next to Aphrodite’s Rock.

Icing on the cake: You get a choice of reception from a lavish dinner to a poolside buffet, taverna knees-up or balcony banquet for two. Massages are an option for both bride and groom.
Essentials: You must have written parental consent if under 18 and stay a minimum of three working days.

Las Vegas
Anything goes in Las Vegas – from a ten-minute drive-thru-wedding to get-married-in-a-limo nuptials or a get-spliced-at-sunset desert version. If you fancy following in the footsteps of the celebs, plight your troth at the Candlelight Wedding Chapel where you can have Elvis belt out some of your favourite tunes. There’s even a Gamblers Wedding option with a money-back-guarantee if you split!

Icing on the cake: High Roller’s Champagne, a pair of dice and a ceremony viewable on a private website for your friends and family are among the options.
Essentials: You must stay three nights and be 18 or over.

REPORT: JILL CRAWSHAW