Live dancers on stage under hanging white orchids and blue stage lighting, Dario Varsalona In FocusDario Varsalona: A Naples Planner Who Designs the Wedding and Builds ItAn accounting diploma, a wedding fair in 2008 and a Naples studio with its own architect, set and light designers: how Dario Varsalona plans and builds weddings across Campania. In FocusThe Savoy: A Wedding in the Hotel the Savoy Operas BuiltRichard D'Oyly Carte married across the street in 1888 and opened his hotel on the Strand a year later on the profits of The Mikado. Its wedding rooms still carry the names of the operas. In FocusThe Langham, London: Weddings in the Grand Hotel the BBC Planned to Pull DownLondon's largest hotel when it opened in 1865 survived a slump, wartime bombs and a BBC plan to demolish it. Its Grand Ballroom now holds weddings of up to 375. Venue reviewsPUROBEACH Resort Santa PonsaDestination Weddings / Luxury Travel · March 2026 · 5 min read A Calm and Idyllic Arrival Nestled in Santa Ponsa, Mallorca, PUROBEACH Resort Santa Ponsa is perfectly positioned for couples seeking a luxury destination wedding, honeymoon, or romantic escape. With stunning sea views, easy access to beaches, and a serene Balearic atmosphere, the location itself makes it a top choice for unforgettable celebrations. Stepping into the resort, the first thing that hits you is its signature calming scent, a […] Venue reviewsCowley Manor ReviewedWhen it comes to choosing a venue for your wedding it often depends on if you would like something traditional or something modern but what if you could combine the two? Cowley Manor in The Cotswolds provides contemporary couples with a backdrop
01 / 05
5 Star Weddings

The 5 Star Edit

From the grandest country houses in England to private villas overlooking the Mediterranean, The 5 Star Edit explores the places, people and ideas shaping weddings around the world: personal reviews, considered features, conversations with industry figures and practical guidance for couples planning at home or abroad.