Locations

• Little Palm Island Resort and Spa specializes in intimate beach weddings of up to 40 guests. Their on-site coordinator works closely with brides and grooms to attain the wedding of their dreams. The location features gazebo, dock with a view of the sunset and a tropical garden.
  
  Casa Marina Resort offers both indoor and outdoor venues for wedding celebrations, ideal for brides who want an outdoor ceremony and indoor reception. They provide wedding coordination services for the convenience of engaged couples.
  
  The Key West Marriott Beachside Hotel ensures their grand surroundings present the perfect backdrop for beach weddings. With both indoor and outdoor set ups, the Marriott customizes beach weddings according to each couple’s wishes.
  
  

Considerations

• Couples should check the average weather in the Florida Keys for the season in which they want to get married.
  
  If they do not already live in the Florida Keys, couples should consider the amount of travel for family and friends. They must also determine whether or not they will pay for travel or accommodations for their guests. Couples should keep in mind that most guests will consider their attendance at your wedding your wedding gift.
  
  Couples must also consider how much input they want to have, as many venues offer limited selections. Those who want complete control over each detail of their wedding should consider hiring a wedding planner who is not provided by the venue.
  
  Couples should consider supplying sunscreen and umbrellas for guests attending their beach weddings.
  
  They must also keep in mind that registry information, save the dates and invitations should all be taken care of at home. Wardrobe, vows and programs must also be completed ahead of time.
  
  

Benefits

• A beach provides a romantic, scenic setting for a wedding. Florida Keys’ beaches make beautiful backdrops in photographs for couples to treasure.
  
  Beach weddings can be less expensive than traditional weddings. When couples hold a wedding on the beach in the Florida Keys at a resort or hotel, locations offer all-inclusive packages, including catering and pastry services, flowers, linens and music. All-inclusive packages save money, ideal for those brides and grooms on budgets.
  
  Couples can also begin their honeymoons immediately by relaxing on the beaches of the Florida Keys following their weddings.
  
  

Risks

• When planning a beach wedding, couples must consider the possibility that the weather may not be ideal. Although the average Florida Keys weather is 80 degrees and sunny, the region also gets 40-45 inches of rain each year. Couple must have a backup plan should the weather not cooperate on the big day.
  
  

Wardrobe

• Beach weddings are more informal compared to the traditional church wedding. Ballgowns may be too heavy for brides to wear at their breezy beach ceremony. Brides should opt for breezy, light fabrics for their gowns. Beach brides can choose a studded headpiece or headband instead of a veil. For those who prefer not to go barefoot, sandals are ideal. Grooms can forgo the tuxedos and instead choose a light button down shirt and lightweight slacks.