The Finishing Touch shares great places to have a winter destination wedding. "We love planning winter and holiday weddings here in the tri-state area, but sometimes our brides prefer a winter destination wedding," says Candice Benson, president and founder of The Finishing Touch. "One of the great things about planning a destination wedding during the winter months is that guests can take advantage of making it a vacation getaway, and the couple can start their honeymoon without having to board a plane to get to their location."

St. John Island: This beautiful locale is known for more than being a home to country music sensation Kenney Chesney. It is known for its pristine beaches and secluded villas where you can retreat and feel like a celebrity yourself. Enjoy the perks of the English speaking country that also uses U.S. currency, and there is no need for a passport if you are a U.S. citizen. This is a laid-back environment that is sure to please your guests and have them talking about your wedding long after they return home.

Dominican Republic: For a festive destination wedding, there is no better place than the Dominican Republic. Home of meringue and bachata, this island makes you feel its rhythm in your soul. The local food is delicious and the beaches are beautiful. You can also shop at the markets and find beautiful amber jewelry. The people are fun and friendly, and you will be showered with the warmest hospitality.

Santorini, Greece: Some of the many reasons to get married in Santorini include the breathtaking sunsets, the romantic atmosphere, the deep blue sea and the volcano. Wedding pictures taken in this history-rich paradise are sure to captivate. Surrounded by jagged cliffs, white architecture and the sea, wedding guests will be mesmerized by this place that continues to steal the hearts of international travelers each year.  

Maldives: For a very luxurious wedding getaway and honeymoon, choose the Maldives.  Surrounded by deep blue seas, turquoise reefs, white sandy beaches and palm trees, you will know you are in paradise in this remote location. Relaxing on the beach is an enjoyable pastime as you watch thousands of fish swimming around the vivid corals just steps away from where you sit. A trip to this gorgeous destination will have your guests talking about your wedding for years to come.

New Jersey-based The Finishing Touch is a full service wedding and special event planning company specializing in designing, planning and coordinating special events.