A beach wedding is a romantic way to say your vows on white sand and in front of crystal clear water, but beach weddings can be far from perfect if you don’t know what to look out for. Before deciding if a beach wedding is for you and your soon-to-be spouse, consider both the pros and cons, but never let the cons stop you from planning your perfect wedding; it will just help you be more prepared.
PROS
- Beach weddings are usually quite casual. The couple getting married and their guests can relax and enjoy themselves instead of making sure that they are dressed their very best.
- They are affordable. Weddings nowadays for 100 guests can get very costly and even more in large cities. Beach weddings tend to be smaller affairs and are usually comprised of the closest friends and family. Destination weddings are amongst the most popular with couples recently due to the strong dollar and the multitude of beautiful locations to choose from .
- Beach weddings allow you many different options when it comes to how you would like your special day to go. It can be informal, fun, and allow your personalities to shine through, making the day completely yours. You can make everything yourselves or pay someone else to help you out, have hundreds of people or just 20. It is all up to you.
CONS
- You are in Mother Nature’s domain. Make sure you have proper backup options in case the weather decides to be disagreeable. If you are using a wedding planner for a destination wedding, they will advise you of your options should you need them .
- Some beaches require permits, especially if you are having a large gathering, have tents, a reception serving food and alcohol, or music. If you do not have a wedding planner, you must do the proper research to see what kind of permits you need .
- Some beaches do not have a lot of parking if you are having a larger wedding. As well, they may not be accessible if you have anyone on your guest list or in your wedding party that is differently abled. Make sure to do your research to see about parking, accessibility, and even public bathrooms.