Key West, Sanibel Island, Captiva, Marco Island and Naples are all among the most popular destinations for a beach destination wedding and are also the most likely locations in Florida to offer beach house rentals. Most rentals feature large decks with scenic views, multiple bedrooms and full kitchen facilities, making it an ideal option for extended weddings that feature several days of events and family reunions. Your guests will appreciate the opportunity to stay so close to the beach while still saving money by sharing expenses. The website Beach Houses specializes in these types of rental properties and with numerous keys and islands as well as miles of beautiful coastline, beach houses offer some of the most scenic accommodations available in the state.
Condos offer many of the same benefits as a beach house, one to three bedrooms, kitchens and balconies and the ability to share costs. Although condos are less spacious than houses, many have club houses or conference rooms that can be reserved for parties or your reception. Many Florida condo owners do not live in their properties full-time, instead, using them for only a few weeks or months during the winter months. As a result, many condo associations allow rentals or time share options and are available both inland and along the coast. When you have decided on your wedding location, consider contacting the local Chamber of Commerce for a list of condo associations and Realtors that offer condo rentals. You can also use an online rental broker, such as Condo Rentals or VRBO, a site that specializes in listings of vacation rentals by owner. If you can guarantee a large block of condos will be rented by your guests, ask the rental agent if any fees associated with the club facilities can be waived.
For an elegant destination wedding experience, choose one of the elegant resorts available throughout Florida, either inland or beachfront. The Ritz-Carlton on Key Biscayne, the Naples Beach Hotel & Golf Club, the Casa Ybel Resort on Sanibel Island and the Ponte Vedra Beach Resort are among the most luxurious resorts in Florida and like most resorts, they all offer all-inclusive wedding packages and can provide a wedding coordinator to work with you to ensure your dream wedding becomes a reality. Pamper yourself and your guests with spa treatments and gourmet meals while appreciating the opportunity to have your pre-wedding events, ceremony, reception in several indoor or outdoor locations in the resort. Remember to negotiate a discounted rate if you will be reserving a block of rooms for your guests.
Whether you prefer a luxury hotel with all-inclusive wedding packages or are looking accommodations situated close to your wedding and reception locations, hotels offer a wide range of amenities and pricing options. Many of the luxury hotels, such as the Hilton in Cocoa Beach, Casa Monica in St. Augustine, the Mayfair in Miami or Clearwater Beach Marriott Suites on Sand Key feature similar benefits as resorts, staff wedding coordinators, wedding and reception facilities as well as the option to have your wedding party and guests stay in location. Hotel chains, such as Embassy Suites, Best Western, Holiday Inn and Howard Johnson, may offer a few less amenities but they are also less expensive than luxury hotels. If you are planning a large wedding, consider blocking rooms at more than one hotels, so your guests will be able to select one that is most suitable for their budgets.
Have your fairy tale wedding and provide your guests with the opportunity to enjoy all the fun and amenities available at Walt Disney World. A Disney wedding is also a great way to combine your special day with a family reunion as there will be plenty of activities for your guests. Your guests can choose from a variety of accommodations that are suitable for their budget and interests, including deluxe, moderate or value resorts, cabins, campgrounds or the Disney Vacation Club Resorts. Deluxe resorts include the Boardwalk Inn, the Yacht Club Resort and the Polynesian Resort, while moderate resorts include the Caribbean Beach Resort, the Port New Orleans Resort or the Coronado Springs Resort. Value resorts include the All-Star Movies Resort and the All-Star Sports Resort. The multitude of transportation options, such as the monorail or jitneys, make traveling to the various accommodations and attractions easy for everyone.
