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Positioning Spain as a global reference in

destination weddings


TheSpain Wedding Tourism Association (SWTA)was born with a clear purpose:to position Spain among the world's leading wedding destinations.. We bring together professionals from thetourism, hospitality, and wedding sectorswith a common mission: to showcase to the world the unique combination ofhistory, culture, gastronomy, and top-notch servicesthat makes Spain the ideal setting tocreate unforgettable memories..


Potential of the destination wedding market

Spain is consolidating as one of the major global destinations for luxury weddings, destination weddings, and international celebrations.

This data has motivated us to create the association.

Data: ResearchAndMarkets — Destination Wedding Market Report 2025 (market sizing, CAGR)

5thSpain in the ranking worldwide wedding destination.

+3,200International weddings · Spain 2024

+62%Growth in the last 3 years.

+40Nationalities choosing Spain.

€2.1 billionEconomic impact of wedding tourism.

+300

Sunny days per year in Spain.

€80k>€250k

Average spending on destination weddings.

 

+€500k

Typical amount for premium destination weddings.

“Spain combines climate, culture, gastronomy, and hospitality: the perfect combination for the international wedding market.”

✽  Foundational Principles

The Decalogue of theSWTA

1

Commitment to Spain as a wedding destination

We promote the image of Spain as a leading wedding tourism destination, highlighting its cultural, heritage, gastronomic, and scenic wealth.

2

Promotion of professional excellence

We promote the quality, training, and professionalization of all involved agents, promoting standards of excellence in services.

3

Boosting sector cooperation


Collaboration between companies, institutions, and professionals will be promoted, creating strong networks that strengthen the business fabric and competitiveness of the sector.

4

Promotion of sustainability

The Association will promote sustainable practices, responsible towards the natural, social, and economic environment, aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

5

Advocacy for equality and inclusion

The Association will ensure an equal and accessible environment, promoting diversity and non-discrimination in all its activities and professional relationships.

6

Institutional representation of the sector

The Association will act as a legitimate interlocutor before public and private organizations, both national and international, defending the common interests of wedding tourism in Spain.

✽  Foundational Principles

The Decalogue of theSWTA

7

Promotion of internationalization

The presence of Spanish companies in foreign markets will be promoted, favoring the export of talent, creativity, and professional excellence.

8

Development of knowledge and research

The Association will promote the generation and dissemination of knowledge through studies, reports, and training activities that contribute to the professionalization of the sector.

9

Contribution to economic and cultural development

The activities of the Association will be aimed at promoting local development, employment, innovation, and the international projection of Spain as a global reference for wedding tourism.

Join the new generation of the wedding sector in Spain.

Spain will be one of the most desired destinations in the world to celebrate weddings.

Behind every unforgettable celebration are extraordinary professionals.

The Spain Wedding Tourism Association is born to unite that talent, foster new connections, and build together the future of wedding tourism in Spain.

Be part of the start and foundation of this great project.

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