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Ft. Walton Beach Wedding & Bonfire Reception

by Pam | Apr 30, 2021 | All Florida Beach Weddings, Beach Wedding Planning, Destination Weddings Affordable

Dreaming of a beach wedding in the Florida panhandle? Love the idea of an intimate fireside reception? Well grab your Florida marriage license, a s’mores kit, and a pair of flip flops. Then get ready to say “I do” on the sandy shoreline of the Gulf coast beaches. And who says your first toast has to be with a champagne glass? Why not a marshmallow? Learn more about a Ft. Walton Beach Wedding and Bonfire Reception here!

How to Plan a Ft. Walton Beach Wedding and Bonfire Reception

We’ve broken down the Destin beach wedding planning process into 6 uncomplicated steps. Check it out:

Visit floridabeachweddings.com and check our all inclusive beach wedding packages page. Match your vision with our expert beach designs to choose the perfect wedding ceremony choice. The Destin and Fort Walton Beach area are very popular with beach brides so its important to get on this early.
Contact us to check on your date availability.
Make a deposit by check, or credit card, to reserve your Ft. Walton beach wedding date.
Receive your confirmation packet and User ID/Password for the selections pages. From here you’ll choose all of your ceremony decor, ceremony/vows, and music that comes with Destin Florida wedding packages. A general timeline will be included in your confirmation packet (including dates and important details).
Return your completed selections online to our beach wedding planner. You will then receive a detailed ceremony agenda for your beach ceremony.
And, on the day of your ceremony, we will see you on Fort Walton beach for your wedding ceremony!

Sound easy enough? It really is! And you can visit our FAQ page or contact us if you have more questions.

Ft. Walton Beach Bonfire:

A beach bonfire- a perfect, intimate way to celebrate the start your marriage and the end of the day!

So 30A Bonfires is an awesome company sharing a similar philosophy with the Florida Beach Wedding Company. Put plainly, it’s a one stop shop with great customer service and satisfaction. There are multiple package choices and locations for beach bonfires and choosing one is easy with their clear cut descriptions on 30Ablaze.com. Now, you can also obtain your own beach bonfire permit, but you won’t be provided chairs, tables, fire pits, S’mores kit and a set up and take down. Seems well worth a little extra to have that all taken care of.

Here’s an idea of what you’ll get with a 30A beach bonfire:

Beach Bonfires start between 6:00-8:00PM and are available year round.
Vendor will contact you to set up a time for the date you have requested. It is best to book these at least one week in advance due to limited supply.
Duration: 2-3 Hrs.
Available Packages
- 2 Hour Bonfire Package: Fire bowl, wood, 5 chairs, S’mores, bonfire permit and attendant to set up and tend fire
- 2 Hour Deluxe Bonfire Package: Fire bowl, wood, 10 chairs, 1 table, S’mores, Bluetooth speaker, tiki torches, bonfire permit and attendant to set up and tend fire
- 3 Hour Bonfire Package: Fire bowl, wood, 20 chairs, 2 tables, S’mores, Bluetooth speaker, tiki torches, bonfire permit and attendant to set up and tend fire.

For more details, additions, questions, you can visit 30Ablaze.com. Ready to book your Destin or Fort Walton Beach Wedding? Click HERE!

Your Tampa Beach Weddings Planner

by Pam | Mar 26, 2021 | All Florida Beach Weddings, Clearwater Beach Weddings, Destination Weddings Affordable, Gulf Beach Weddings

Florida west coast beach weddings are extremely popular right now. No wonder! For destination weddings on the beach there is no better location to get married as the sun goes down than over the warm, Gulf waters. But are destination weddings in Florida affordable? You’d be surprised at how cheap a Tampa wedding can be…even with so many details included. That’s why we can help you as a Tampa beach wedding planner.

Beach wedding on a budget packages

All inclusive beach wedding packages are the way to go when planning a destination wedding. Hands down they are worry-free since you don’t have to worry about setting anything up or taking it down. When you choose your Florida wedding package, what you see online is what you will get on the beach! You make your choices and voila! your wedding ideas become reality. Once you’ve chosen an all inclusive wedding, you can decide on a location. Here are some of our brides’ favorite beach wedding venues on the Gulf coast:

Clearwater Beach Weddings

Beach weddings in Clearwater are so popular right now. The sunset vista is really what engaged couples want in their wedding pictures. Depending on what Clearwater Beach wedding package you choose, like the Beach Beginnings package pictured below, our photographer may be included. It is always an option to add photography and we suggest considering it. Here’s why: our beach wedding photographer has photographed hundreds of outdoor weddings. The beach lighting can go from light to dark, be cloudy, misty, or windy in the same afternoon! Our photographers are experienced and can adjust to any conditions so you get the best wedding pictures! Most importantly, they know how to capture the sunset at every stage as it sets after your Gulf beach wedding. All the photographs our our website were taken by our own professional photographers.

Indian Rocks Beach Weddings

This beach is a quieter alternative for all your beach wedding ideas and so romantic. If you are looking for Florida destination weddings all inclusive packages, Indian Rocks Beach can meet your needs at a cheaper price due to permit fees. Just south of Clearwater Beach, you will find the same stunning sunsets and blue water with less expense. It’s also very easy to travel to, especially if you stay at the Holiday Inn Harbourside. You and your guests can enjoy staying at the hotel and take a one minute walk to 4th Avenue, where we will hold your Indian Rocks Beach wedding ceremony.

St. Pete Beach Weddings

Florida beach wedding packages in St. Petersburg Beach are hot, hot, hot! Recently named the Nation’s Best Beach by TripAdvisor, a St. Pete beach wedding is truly one of the best Clearwater beach wedding venues in Pinellas County you can choose. Fun and with plenty to keep you busy. Do you want a sunset beach wedding…this is your destination!

Elope In Florida

Do you want to elope in Florida instead of having a full size wedding? We offer a beautiful way to do that. Check out our Florida elopement packages and choose the wedding inspiration you love. You can still enjoy a decorated canopy under which to tie the knot…all-inclusive with wedding pictures.

Florida Marriage License

Wondering about how to obtain a Florida marriage license? It’s easy. Our Florida wedding planners will guide you through the process and we have detailed resources here for you. Best of all, we officially file it for you after the ceremony, if you used our wedding officiant. Some couples like to use their own minister, but our wonderful officiants are included in each wedding package.

Our Tampa Beach Weddings Location

Our business location in Clearwater is close to the Gulf beaches in order to provide you with the best service possible. Why not meet us on the beach to have your Clearwater Beach wedding ceremony soon? It’s easy: just book your date, choose your all inclusive Clearwater Beach wedding package and relax until it’s time to say, “I do”. Contact us today for more information.

Weddings on Pass-A-Grille Beach, Florida

by Pam | Mar 18, 2021 | All Florida Beach Weddings, Destination Weddings Affordable, Gulf Beach Weddings

Pass-A-Grille Beach weddings are beautiful, affordable, and relaxing. Pass-a-Grille Beach is a southern most neighborhood in St. Pete Beach. You can rest assured that you and your guests will not be disappointed in your choice to have your Florida Destination wedding at this Gulf beach location. After all, St. Pete Beach is the number one beach in America! It offers a wide variety of activities for all ages, before and after your St. Pete beach wedding.

Activities for Pass-A-Grille Beach Weddings:

Visit Shell Island. A barrier island filled with unique shells. You can find small treasures to bring home with you.
Pass-A-Grille Beach is known for their dolphin sightings. As you are viewing the spectacular sunset, wouldn’t be amazing if you caught sight of dolphins playfully swimming in the Gulf-of Mexico. It can happen with our Florida destination wedding packages!
Want a unique reception experience? You can reserve the Riverboat Cruise. After your wedding, why not board this cruise for fine dining, while watching the spectacular sunset, and hopefully see the dolphins, too. Of course there are plenty of fine restaurants with separate rooms that are ideal for a wedding reception too.
For the fishing enthusiasts, there is fishing off the pier. As well, as deep sea fishing charters.
The calm, warm Gulf beach waters are perfect for paddle boarding.
Surely we can’t forget that sunbathing is an activity, too! Just remember, where your sunscreen, you don’t want to be sunburned for your wedding photos.
Dine on fresh, locally caught seafood at one of the local restaurants…beach cocktails too!
Ice cream parlors, and unique shops all add to your Florida Destination wedding experience in Pass-A-Grille Beach. Check out visitpassagrille.com for all the latest happenings.

All of our packages are available for Pass-A-Grille-Beach Weddings:

Simply Package: Our elegant elopement package for the couple getting married who want a natural bamboo canopy with flowing material, photographer, and officiant.

Nautical Knot: This is great beach wedding on a budget package. If you are having a smaller Pass-a-Grille Beach Wedding with a guest count of 35 or less, this bamboo Arch with several flowing material colors, chairs aisle way, music, and officiant.

Destiny Package: perfect for small, or large Pass-A-Grille Beach Weddings. Includes the Bamboo canopy with several décor choices, chairs, music, officiant.

Distinctive Design Package: This is the ceremony choice for elegant Florida Beach weddings. Our custom, all-inclusive beach wedding package. Includes
beautiful beach décor options, as well as water station for your guests’ comfort and enjoyment. The only thing you need to add is our wedding photography.

You can rest assured that when you choose Pass-A-Grille for your Florida destination beach wedding ceremony, you will never have a dull moment. You will also be creating memories that will last a lifetime. It is a great alternative to weddings in Clearwater, which can be a busier beach location. Interested in Pass-A-Grille Beach Weddings? Contact us today to learn more!

Beach Wedding Welcome: A Party You Can Be Proud Of

by Pam | Jan 13, 2021 | All Florida Beach Weddings, beach wedding guests, Destination Weddings Affordable

So you’re about to get married on the beach: a dream come true with your friends and family. They’ve likely traveled a bit to get to your destination wedding so why not put them at ease with a Beach Wedding Welcome Party before the special day? It’s a great way for everyone to relax, mix and mingle before you tie the knot. We know you haven’t had much stress while planning your beach ceremony (planning is so easy), but still excitement and anticipation are high. Here are some tips to help everyone unwind before the big event.

Tips for an Amazing Beach Wedding Welcome Party

Most likely you will be using a restaurant near your chosen beach location or a hotel party room. No matter where you host your welcome wedding party, you can make it memorable. Bеасh wеddіngѕ аrе usually mоrе саѕuаl аnd lеѕѕ fоrmаl thаn оthеr tуреѕ оf traditional wеddіngs, although still stunning like this Floral Distinctive Design wedding on St. Augustine beach below. Ѕо you can take the pressure off by having everyone dress for relaxation.

Grazing Tables

Everyone loves a charcuterie board, like the one below from Tastes Better From Scratch. A grazing table is ususally a large table with beautifully displayed meats, cheeses, nuts, jams, crackers, etc. for your guests to ‘graze’ while enjoying the cocktail hour. No, you don’t have to do it yourself: it can be ordered!

Serve Lighter Food

Choose foods that are flavorful, and prepared in a variety of creative ways. Ocean foods such as fish tacos are always delightful, or a dip. Think of wraps or sliders. A good idea might be mini burgers as appetizers and fresh salads. Why not something like the Blackened Shrimp Avocado Cucumber Bites shown below. Be sure to offer your guests fresh non-alcoholic as well as alcoholic cocktails. As the bride, you may wish to sip sparkling water to keep you skin fresh and ready for your special day!

Fruit and Beach Themed Dishes

Smaller beach weddings also offer the opportunity for some fun food ideas with a tropical theme. Even pizza is go, no formal tables necessary for an intimate wedding. You can have a watermelon fruit bowl shaped like a shark with melon balls inside, or other food or dips in seaside themed dishes if that’s something you love. Why not some pineapples that look like palm trees like this one from Pinterest? Unforgettable at a destination wedding!

Personalize your Party

Your wеddіng welcome party can be matched to your wedding package thеmе which will delight fаmіlіеѕ аnd frіеndѕ. Are you having a blue wedding like the Shades of the Ocean Destiny Package pictured below, a neutral wedding or perhaps tropical wedding? Small, lovely favors that guests can take away as memorable gifts are appropriate at a beach theme party like this…shell and pebble candles are a good example. You can also have guests sign a large card or keepsake book with their best wedding wishes for you and your beloved.

Beachy Cocktails

Another fun thing you can do if you are having your welcome party at a hotel is оffеr ѕіgnаturе drіnkѕ based on your seaside wedding theme or chosen beach location. For instance, Siesta Key has a signature spiced rum that has won awards, distilled in Sarasota. How about a tropical cocktail that has the color of the sea: a Blue Margarita, with blue curaçao. It reminds us of the Gulf water in St. Pete! For non-alcoholic options, how about the Fuzzless Navel? This is a thirst-quenching tropical drink that all ages can enjoy with a combination of peach nectar and orange juice poured over ice and garnished with slices of citrus fruit. Add this to your Daytona Beach wedding welcome party and have some fun!

So after the welcome party is over, it’s time for the real party to start. The wedding day that is! Click here to book your affordable Beach Wedding! We offer vow renewals, beach elopements, commitment ceremonies. We are a Couples Choice® Winner. Compare beaches and plan your Florida beach ceremony today.

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Daytona vs. Clearwater: Which is the Best Beach to Get Married On?

by Pam | Sep 20, 2020 | All Florida Beach Weddings, Destination Weddings Affordable

Your Florida Beach Wedding is sure to be beautiful and fun-filled, but choosing the right beach can be a hard decision. Both beach cities, Daytona Beach and Clearwater, have beautiful characteristics and no shortage of entertainment. Let’s explore the variety of beach wedding venues and find the perfect fit for your destination beach wedding. Whichever location you choose, your ceremony with our Florida Beach Weddings company will be a smashing success!

Different Beach Types

Do you want a big built up city beach with lots to do? Or a more natural beach, with less people? Every beach has a different personality! The west coast of Florida has the calmest water and beautiful white sand situated on the Gulf of Mexico. The beautiful, calm, blue waters that are excellent for swimming and floating. Little children can swim without big waves. Clearwater Beach is a popular spot for water sports, snorkeling, parasailing and jet skiing, and the beach is close to Tampa international airport. Choose from Clearwater Beach, Sand Key Park, Madeira Beach, Indian Rocks, Redington Beach, Treasure Island. Regularly rated as one of the best beaches in the United States, it is a paradise for those who love the sun, sand and sea.

However, if you want to boogie board and enjoy jumping surf, you might prefer beaches of the Daytona Beach area with 26 miles of unique beachfront to choose from including Ormond Beach, Daytona Beach Shores, Wilbur-By-The-Sea, Ponce Inlet and New Smyrna Beach. Fly into Orlando or Daytona Beach international airport. You will enjoy soft sand near the sea wall, firm sand near the water for biking, running, sports and plenty of room for chairs, towels and umbrellas away from the narrow lane the vehicles are allowed in. The sand gently slopes into the Atlantic, often has active waves, and lots to do off the beach once you are done sunning and swimming. The tide-pools are great for little kids to play in during low tide and so warm! You can choose a drive-on beachfront or non-traffic beach.

Things to Do

Clearwater:

You can see Dolphins on both sides of Florida and there are specific tours you can book – well worth it. In the Clearwater area, there is the Clearwater Marine Aquarium, a famous aquarium in Clearwater has a strong dedication to rehabilitation of sea turtles and other aquatic life. Pier 60 is great for fishing. The Congo River Mini Golf course is great fun for everyone (there’s one located in Daytona Beach too). For nightlife, there are many beach bars where you can sip your cocktails with the view of the sea, or party all night long to live music.

Daytona Beach Area:

For kids: there is a place you can take your children to where there is water slides and race track and all kind of things to do at this place. It is called the Daytona Lagoon. It offers water slides, a wave pool swim, a multi-level family splash and play center, and lazy river. Something for everyone! The adults can enjoy side splitting laughter at Bonkerz Comedy Club inside the Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort, or just chill at one of the many oceanfront bars with live entertainment. If you are into waves or boogie boarding, Daytona area beaches are the place to go: Ponce Inlet is a local favorite.

Hotels

Daytona Beach:

The beach is long, with regular lifeguard stations, and a popular boardwalk in Daytona Beach and yes, in many areas, you can drive right onto it. There is a lively ambience here, particularly on weekends, with live music overlooking the sand. There’s a nice collection of hotels in Dayton Beach with rooms that are often cheaper than the Gulf coast. The Daytona Beach Shores Resort and Spa is one of the largest hotels on the beachfront in Daytona. With an amazing pool deck boasting an outdoor heated pool, a kiddie pool, restaurant inside for easy dining options, you would be able to have a wedding reception there as well. Beach wedding prices, in general, are lower in Daytona Beach.

Clearwater Beach:

Holiday Inn Harbourside is a wonderful location for couples that want to enjoy an all-inclusive Clearwater Beach Wedding venue. Located near Indian Rocks Beach it offers families fun at Splash Harbour Water Park located adjacent to the hotel. With a pool, jacuzzi, and the full-service restaurant, Jimmy Guana’s, which offers fresh seafood and steaks, how can you go wrong?

Different sun sets

Clearwater is, of course, famous for it’s sunsets. Situated on the Gulf of Mexico on the west coast, you get a spectacular sunset almost every night! If a vibrant sunset wedding is on your list, then a Clearwater Beach wedding is for you. You can choose tropical colors for your all inclusive Florida beach wedding package to match the oranges and pinks of the setting sun over the water.

On the east coast of Florida, there are beautiful reflections of the setting sun as it goes down, giving our couples a beautiful pinky, peach glow called the Golden Hour. A soft and beautiful backdrop for a Daytona Beach wedding, if you so desire.

The main idea is for you and your beloved to do your research and find the Florida beach that tugs at your heartstrings. It is pretty hard to find a beach that is NOT romantic! And your ceremony can include just the two of you, or a number of your friends and family. Whether you choose an affordable Daytona Beach wedding or Gulf beach wedding in Clearwater, you can trust our beach wedding company to be there with you every step of the way and help you have the beach wedding of your dreams. Contact us today to find your favorite beach and perfect date.

Pretty in Ponce Inlet Beach

by Florida Weddings | Aug 24, 2020 | All Florida Beach Weddings, Beach Wedding Locations, Destination Weddings Affordable

Tucked away from busy, everyday life there is a hidden gem of a town, Ponce Inlet. Situated just a few miles south of Daytona Beach, Ponce Inlet is a much quieter, more preserved version of it’s bustling neighbor: the “world famous” beach. That being said there are still days worth of exploring and fun within this quaint beachfront town. With emerald water so clear you can see through the warm rolling waves and white sand, you might think you are closer to the Bahamas than Florida! Ponce Inlet provides opportunities to see manatees, dolphins frolicking close by and manta rays swimming by your side. As the fluffy white clouds billow offshore, you and your beloved just might decide to stay forever after your wedding on the beach…and who could blame you? But if you can break away from the sun and sea, then grab your sneakers, appetite for fun and let’s explore Ponce Inlet Beach!

Top 5 Things to do in Ponce Inlet

One of the coolest things about this list is you could do them all without any transportation besides your own two feet! Now if you’re planning a summer Ponce Inlet wedding, you will likely still want to drive and soak up some A/C in between stops. Let’s explore Ponce Inlet and why it is pretty perfect!

1. Ponce Inlet Jetty

There aren’t many places quite like Ponce Inlet Jetty. You can actually walk along a paved sidewalk atop the jetty for about 100 yards. The views are like no other with a variety of boats passing by. It’s like you’re walking on water. The jetty itself is free. Parking at the Lighthouse Park runs $10. Public bathrooms, picnic tables, a wooden walkway through the dunes, all make for a perfect beach adventure! The water is the clearest in this area: watch the fish shimmer in the sun as you take a swim. You can even get married at this park with the lighthouse in the background!

2. Ponce Preserve

You don’t need extreme survival skills to hike this trail. However, the views and peacefulness at Ponce Preserve are well worth any trek. You can walk through a shaded path to a lookout tower with a beautiful ocean view. Continue a little further to a beach access point. Walk in the opposite direction and you can journey down the boardwalk to the Intracoastal river. At its heart is the Green Mound State Archaeological Site, an ancient Indian midden. At the base of the Green Mound is a live oak estimated to be more than 350 years old. It’s the perfect spot to reconnect with your significant other and enjoy the beauty of nature. If you are staying in the area for your honeymoon, why not share a romantic moment and watch the sun rise together.

3. Marine Science Center

A fun spot for animal lovers, kids and grown ups alike! The Marine Science Cente r is an awesome place to visit for an hour or two. You can pet sting rays (don’t worry, they’re harmless), observe gorgeous tropical fish tanks, learn about the turtle rehabilitation and view sea turtles, visit the aviary, and more! And there’s a fun gift shop with perfect souvenirs to remember your Florida Beach Wedding by!

4. Ponce Inlet Lighthouse

Tie your sneakers and get ready for some spectacular views! Climb 203 steps to the top of the 175 foot tall lighthouse. The views of the ocean, beach, and surrounding cities of New Smyrna Beach and Daytona Beach is breathtaking! Trekking to the top is well worth the effort — and when you come back down explore in the on-site museum and light station. The Ponce de Leon Inlet Light Station is one of only 11 lighthouses on the National Historic Landmark list.

5. Off the Hook

Looking for a place to get some delicious fresh seafood (or a burger for you non-seafood lovers out there)? Off the Hook offers delicious food and an atmosphere that matches the Florida vibe. Picture yourself: sitting on the water, sunset watchin’, cold drink in hand, and maybe even a dolphin show in the river if you’re lucky! Sounds like a date!

So what complete beach wedding packages work best with a Ponce Inlet seaside wedding? Our staff recommends these ocean themed decorations:

The Beach Bliss Distinctive Design with navy and gold decor is perfect with the sky, the sand and the sea. Hanging starfish lanterns, flowers, nautical rope and a large decorated “chalkboard” sign announcing the new couple is stunning, along with a chilled water station for your guests. You can even change the materials colors if you like.

Another favorite is the Teal Distinctive Design. Nothing says “ocean” like vibrant teal flowers, greenery and bamboo. White resin chairs and chalkboard sign announce your marriage, along with the convenient addition of chilled water for your wedding guests.

Okay, now you know how to enjoy this pretty and pleasant beachfront venue. We’d be remiss if we didn’t mention that getting married on Ponce Inlet Beach is pretty darn awesome too! 🙂 Click HERE to book your beach wedding today!

Ponce Inlet Beach Wedding Photos

Daytona Beach Wedding couple at Ponce Inlet embraces on walkway as sun goes down

Bride and Groom Ponce Inlet Beach walkway

Wedding couple on wooden stairs at Ponce Inlet Beach

Couple on Steps at Ponce Inlet Beach Wedding

Ponce Inlet Beach view to Daytona

Ponce Inlet beach parking view from ocean

Ponce Lighthouse from Beach

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