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Planning a wedding can be a stressful time, this is especially the case when planning a ceremony from another state or even another country. Suncoast Weddings are premier Florida wedding planners based on the west coast, with an office conveniently located on Treasure Island. Treasure Island beach weddings are popular as the beautiful sandy beaches create a picture perfect backdrop for a beach wedding, and the sunsets are stunning. Indeed, one of the most popular beaches on Treasure Island to say "I Do" is named Sunset Beach - and it's easy to see why. Locals and tourists gather each evening to watch the sun set. The 'golden hour' as it is known to photographers offers the chance to take spellbinding wedding day portraits to cherish forever.

Traditional wedding costs have soared, and for budget conscious couples as well as those who are looking for a modern twist on the traditional ceremony, the beach offers a laid-back setting which can still be tailored to provide everything on the wish list. A Florida beach wedding can be customized in many ways - with brightly colored chiffon, crystal drapes, chandeliers, fresh floral accents, a dramatic sweeping aisle, nautical themed decor, lanterns. tikis, fresh rose petals, a musician, recorded music - the list is extensive! The added advantage of having a beach house wedding is that there are no transportation logistics to worry about - family and friends can get ready at their own pace while the outdoor space is transformed. Suncoast Weddings feature a Florida beach house wedding venue which is made up of five individual suites, allowing up to 22 people to share the same space but still retain some privacy, perfect for the couple who don't want to see each other on the wedding day before the ceremony.

Saying "We still do" is very similar to getting married for the first time. The only difference is often just the license not being required. For this reason, couples looking for a Florida vow renewal can start their planning process by looking at comparable Florida beach wedding packages. All other components of the ceremony can look almost identical and the paperwork required to use the beach for any event is critical. This is usually a permit which is required by the city to reserve the space on the public beach. The cost of the permit varies between areas and the wedding company is often able to submit the application on behalf of the couple. This is usually one of the first tasks to be done as 'save the date' notes cannot be sent until the date and time are secured. This permit fee is non-refundable but does offer the reassurance that nobody else will be trying to use the same beach access for an event at the same time as the scheduled ceremony.

For those who love the beach and want a more relaxed wedding day, the west coast of Florida offers some fantastic locations to say "I Do". A surprise to some couples at the start of the planning stage is that there are still many options for dress code, color theme, location, and budget. Some couples know instantly that they want a relaxed vibe, an informal dress code, and sandy toes. This 'boho', or bohemian, vibe is increasingly popular for modern weddings and can be amplified with boho-chic staples like flower crowns, lace wedding dress detailing, and loose plaited wedding day hairstyles. For others, it is still possible to have the feel of a luxury wedding and have a formal dress code. Full ballgowns and tuxedoes add drama and style to a stylish ceremony and look great in sunset portraits following the vows.

Destination weddings are a popular choice for couples who want to combine a wedding and honeymoon in one vacation. Whilst some couples go alone or look at eloping in Florida, others want family and friends to join them and help them celebrate their wedding. For many, the ultimate destination is the beach and the wedding party may look to find accommodation as a group so they can enjoy the location and then be all together on the wedding day. One option is a Florida beach house wedding. It acts as the perfect 'home from home' and then is transformed on the day of the wedding. The arch is set up just steps from the backyard with a backdrop of the waves, and the yard itself hosts the reception to follow.

Modern weddings have thrown the traditional rule book away. Couples increasingly are waiting longer to get married and often pay for the wedding themselves. A popular trend is to combine the wedding and the honeymoon together, sometimes known as a 'weddingmoon'. Although some couples choose to travel alone to get married, or to elope in Florida, family and friends often want to attend the destination wedding and make a holiday out of the event, too. This sets the stage for quality family time together. One good, practical solution to budgeting and making the most of time together is to rent rooms in one location which can also double as the venue for the beach wedding in Florida. Beach house weddings offer the capability to stay together and celebrate together. Suncoast Weddings feature a beach house on Treasure Island on the west coast of Florida which has 5 individual vacation units. This allows up to 22 people to stay for a few days with individual family units as well as communal areas to gather. The backyard is big enough to host a beach wedding reception for 100 people and space can be decorated with suspended lights, tents, and can be set up with a DJ station, cake cutting area and top table. The ceremony can be set up just steps from the backyard so the aisle effectively starts as the bride walks down the spiral staircase from the 3rd-floor master suite. Guests are then free to return to the beach house property after the ceremony while the wedding photographer gets the romantic portraits of the happy couple. The beach house is especially attractive to brides who live in Florida as the typical stay at the beach house is between 2 and 4 nights, although it can be rented for longer.

Whilst it may be warm year-round in Florida, engagement season in other parts of the US or Europe is decidedly cooler. Perhaps then it is no surprise that newly engaged couples researching where to get married look to Florida for a destination wedding. The west coast of Florida, in particular, is a popular choice because there is the hope that wedding portraits will include romantic images in front of golden sunset skies.

It's an undeniably exciting time for any bride-to-be when the opportunity comes to start planning their wedding. For an increasing number of couples, the lure of a relaxed ceremony on the beach offers the chance to combine a beach wedding with a honeymoon in sunny Florida. The initial flurry of inquiries can seem daunting with a wide selection of locations, accommodation, and reception arrangements to coordinate. Luckily, many wedding planners offer Beach Wedding Packages which take some of the guesswork out of pulling together all the different elements involved. Even when the wedding party and the vision for the beach wedding don't fit a package exactly, it is often possible to adapt a package or build a package a la carte.

With soaring costs of traditional weddings, beach weddings are proving a tempting alternative for brides. For local couples within the state of Florida, the ceremony may be near to home or a short drive away to their favorite beach. A popular choice for shorter stays of 2-4 nights is a beach house wedding, where the family and friends get to stay together and celebrate together. On the day of the wedding, the arch is set up on the shore and then the guests return for a reception in the private yard. Combining the big day with some time for rest and relaxation gives everyone a chance to enjoy the beach and mix and mingle.

With the escalating costs of a traditional wedding, couples in the US and overseas are increasingly seeing Florida destination wedding packages as a refreshingly natural place to say "I Do". The beaches are a popular choice for vacations and indeed many families find they fall in love with the area and return year after year to their favorite spot. When a place becomes a firm favorite, it is only natural to consider celebrating such an important occasion on the beach. As a venue, the beach has more to offer than a picture-perfect setting. The family-friendly nature of a beach wedding is an important consideration when young children will be in attendance or part of the ceremony itself. The environment is less intimidating for a young ring bearer or flower girl and fun aspects can be incorporated easily such as throwing beach balls after the presentation of the happy couple, blowing bubbles in place of confetti, or letting each family member participate in the Unity Sand Ceremony using different colors or sand or different types of shell. Another flexible aspect of a beach wedding is the dress code, so from tuxedos to casual shirts, every dress code is acceptable. Beach brides need not compromise on the dress of their dreams yet they can still embrace a wedding with 'sandy toes'.