the destination
coastal ceremonies A seaside ceremony is one of the most beautiful weddings that any couple could ever dream of. Finding the perfect location that is easily accessible to your guests and with amenities that can accommodate your wedding party and all within your budget can be difficult but the end result…divine! There are a wide selection of hotels and inns
fee ranging from $1,500-$2,000 can also be
your wedding could save you hundreds
offering wedding packages that include ev-
added. These prices do not include catering
even thousands of dollars. Check with your
erything from the décor and photographer
and, depending on the size of your party
guests regarding travel considerations and
to the florist and reception hall. Average
and the requested amenities, can fluctuate
take a headcount to determine how many
prices for a full wedding package ranges
throughout the year.
rooms you need to book. Group rates can
from $3,000 to over $5,000 and catering is not usually included. Depending on time of year and location, these facilities are fully equipped to handle the needs of large wedding parties, boarding, transportation and other considerations. Choosing a location with a wedding coordinator can make the
you save money and keep your wedding
Undivided attention is top priority for a B&B wedding, so be prepared to be pampered!
details of your wedding as easy as a phone call. If you love the scenery, but dislike the sand, select hotels are now offering a garden
If you find that hotels and B&B’s are
area overlooking the ocean. For staffing
booked solid and it can require a little more
purposes and to ensure quality service many
legwork, but renting a cottage on the coast
hotels require couples to book a certain
is a less expensive more personal option for a
number of rooms for the occasion.
wedding. There are countless wedding coordinators that are able to guide you through
If you are looking for more of an intimate
the planning process from a far. These pro-
locale to hold a slightly smaller scale wed-
fessional planners can recommend and book
ding, but would still like the beach back
everything from catering to cakes. Permits
drop sans the tourists, a bed and breakfast
are generally required for ceremonies and re-
may be the right choice for you. According
ceptions held on the beach. If dining in the
to the size of the bed and breakfast, these
sand is not your preference, local restaurants
cozy homes away from home specialize in
are set up to cater receptions in-house.
catering to a wedding party’s every whim. Undivided attention is top priority when it
It is important to book your seaside service
comes to a B&B wedding, so be prepared
well in advance, sometimes years ahead of
to be pampered! Prices for a B&B wedding
time. Make sure to ask about year round
range from $2,200 to over $5900. An event
rates, a matter of waiting a few days to book
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2014
party to stay closer together. Planning a coastal ceremony may take a little extra effort, but it is well worth it to have the wedding of your dreams. wm