Beach Weddings
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Our Most Recent Beach Wedding Articles + the Best Beach Wedding Venues:
6 Enchanting Venues on New York's Iconic Westchester Waterfronts
From the sun-dappled forests of the Hudson River Valley to the sandy beaches of the Long Island Sound, New York's southernmost waterfronts have enchanted artists, writers, naturalists, and intellectuals for generations. Lined by quaint towns, granite cliffs, historic landmarks, and grand estates, it’s easy to forget you’re less than an hour outside of the Big Apple. With an eye towards embracing the area's natural beauty while preserving its classic elegance, these exquisite waterfront venues offer an unforgettably romantic backdrop for your wedding.
7 of the Best Palm Beach Wedding Venues
From luxurious oceanfront resorts to swanky Spanish-style private estates, Palm Beach is bursting with jaw-dropping wedding venues. So whether you want to go full-on glam at a posh hotel or keep it casual with a ceremony in the sand, check out our picks for some of the best locations to tie the knot in this stunning South Florida hotspot.
4 Long Island Waterfront Wedding Venues
With nearly 1600 miles of sandy shoreline dotted with bustling boardwalks and sweet seaside towns, you don't have to look very hard to find a gorgeous waterfront wedding venue on Long Island. From an iconic seaside motel on Jones Beach to a charming apple orchard in North Fork to a historic yacht club on the East End, here are some amazing places where you can not only say “I do” on the sand but also host an awe-inducing oceanview reception.
Sleepy Beach Town Wedding Venues on the East Coast: 19 Seaside Picks From Maine to Florida
Looking for a wedding venue in a sleepy East Coast beach town? These 19 seaside picks run from Maine to Florida, with five in Maine, four in Massachusetts, two each in Rhode Island, New York and Connecticut, and one each in New Hampshire, New Jersey, South Carolina and Florida. Say "I do" near Acadia's Schoodic Peninsula, steps from the beach in Bar Harbor, overlooking Edgartown Lighthouse, on a private beach in Wellfleet, on the rocky shoreline in Rye, at a historic fort in Newport, or on the sand in Montauk. Farther south, there's an oceanfront veranda in Cape May, an ocean terrace framed by palms on Seabrook Island and a garden patio near the beach in Fort Lauderdale. Many offer lodging on site, so your crew can stay for the whole weekend.
16 Sweet Sleepy Beach Town Wedding Venues along the Pacific Coast
Searching for a swoon-worthy sleepy beach town for your destination wedding? Well, you know what they say... there's no coast like the West Coast. From Washington State down to sunny San Diego, this picturesque coastline stretches over 1,000 miles and is home to a ton of romantic beaches to tie the knot. Whether you want to exchange vows on a misty cliff perched above a rugged coastline, on the shores of a quaint seaside village, or with your toes-in-the-sand on a pristine white beach overlooking the Pacific, these serene locations are short on crowds and make a big impression thanks to their gorgeous natural scenery.
11 Cool Northern California Coastal Destination Wedding Venues
Dreaming of a destination wedding on the misty shores of Northern California? From a charming inn nestled on a dramatic cliff at the edge of a redwood forest to a luxurious resort in beautiful Big Sur, find all the romance you'll ever need in these quaint and cozy seaside towns peppered along this rugged coastline.
8 Of The Best Hawaii Vow Renewal Locations
Whether you've already hosted your dream wedding years ago or recently eloped and now you want a redo with all your family and friends, Hawaii is the perfect place to renew your wedding vows and celebrate your love... again! With its sandy beaches, picture-perfect sunsets over impossibly blue waters, and lush foliage, you'll be surrounded by Hawaii's natural beauty everywhere you look. So when it comes time to re-tie that knot, check out these locations that have breathtaking ceremony spots and flexible all-inclusive packages!
8 Charming Coastal Maine Wedding Venues Within A 2-hour Drive From Boston
Planning a Boston wedding, but keep finding yourself dreaming of a sweet seaside celebration? Then hop in the car and head to the southern coast of Maine where you'll have no trouble finding an epic waterfront location along this romantic and rugged shoreline. From an iconic cliffside resort to an elegant private club on the beach, we've pulled some wow-worthy wedding venues all within a 2-hour drive from Boston.
Beach Elopement Venues in the U.S. 15 Spots From Hawaii to Maine
Dreaming of eloping on a beach without leaving the U.S.? These venues put your vows near the water from Oregon, California and Hawaii to Michigan, Maine, the Carolinas, Alabama and Florida. Options range from hourly chapel rentals to packages that bundle lodging, dinner or photography, so you can simply enjoy the day.
San Antonio River Walk Wedding Venues
Your perfect San Antonio wedding venue may just be along the city's famous River Walk. This urban park, which enlivens the banks of the San Antonio River, is home to many unique shops, celebrated restaurants, and numerous historic sites—and it provides a scenic and dynamic backdrop for a celebration with your closest friends and family!
Nautical Nuptials: Everything You Need To Know About Boat Weddings
For a wedding that’s nautical in every sense of the word, there’s no better venue than a boat. Here’s pretty much everything you need to consider before committing to a buoyant bash, including planning tips and the PROs and CONS, as well as 23 questions to ask a boat or yacht wedding venue.
7 Fantastic Monterey Bay Wedding Venues with Ocean Views
Who doesn't love an ocean view wedding venue? These dreamy wedding spots capture photo-worthy panoramas of the blue Pacific as part of your special day.
Toes in the Sand! 5 Beach Wedding Venues on the Monterey Bay
Fantasizing about a genuine, toes-in-the-sand beach wedding experience along the scenic Monterey Bay? These venues could turn your vision board into a reality!
To-Die-For Beach Wedding Ceremony Arches
Choosing an arch that complements your already stunning beach ceremony site is no easy feat, so we've put together 6 ideas–and lots of photos–to help inspire yours.
14 Irresistible Oregon Waterfront Wedding Venues
If you’ve always dreamed of saying “I do” with the gentle lapping of water nearby, Oregon has you covered. Picture a cozy beachfront resort where the sand meets the surf, a serene riverfront B&B, or a lakeside retreat surrounded by nature’s quiet beauty. From intimate ceremonies to full-scale celebrations, there’s a waterfront wedding venue waiting to match your style—and make your day unforgettable.
12 of Massachusetts' Best Waterfront Wedding Venues
Everyone loves a waterfront wedding, and Massachusetts has a wealth of oceanfront, lakefront, and riverside wedding venues. Picture getting married at a private estate with a hilltop mansion and a beach, an Art Deco inn overlooking the Atlantic, or an elegant seaside resort on Cape Cod Bay. Check out the following places where you can host your Big Day while enjoying a magnificent watery backdrop.
3 Boston Wedding Venues On The Water
Waterfront weddings offer something extra—a refreshing tang in the air…expansive harbor, river, or cityscape views…and in some cases even the opportunity to leave terra firma altogether and host your celebration afloat. Boston Harbor and the Charles River are home to many wedding venues that put you close to or on the water.
14 of the Best Texas Wedding Venues on the Gulf Coast
If you're dreaming of a gorgeous wedding in Texas, the state's Gulf Coast could be the answer to your prayers. It offers a 350-mile-long stretch of sandy beaches, not to mention lots of things to do and see—and, of course, a great selection of wedding venues that are on or near the water.
Coastal Romance: 11 Orange County Waterfront Wedding Venues With Amazing Ocean Views
Ahhhh…the Orange County coastline… Its beaches, cliffs, and ocean vistas are guaranteed to add more than a little romance to your big day. Here are some of OC's most captivating waterfront wedding venues where the setting—and view—are custom-made for an incredible event!
Sun, Sand, and Scenic Beauty: 3 Captivating Laguna Beach Wedding Venues
Perfectly situated between miles of sandy shoreline and picturesque hills, Laguna Beach offers plenty of scenic beauty. Pay a visit to this quaint town, and you'll also discover an interesting mix of wedding venues! Among its historic inns, waterfront hotels, restaurants, and exciting galleries, you're sure to find the right spot for your celebration—and you and your guests will enjoy staying a while to explore the area.
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