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Planning Your Beach Wedding

Having a beach wedding can be a fairy tale come true for many brides, but planning one has its own unique challenges as follows:

Weather

Perhaps the most important factor in planning a beach wedding is Mother Nature. Check on weather trends once you’ve selected a beach such as times of the year that are particularly dry or rainy. For an east coast beach, avoiding hurricane season is a must (June 1 through November 30). Consider renting a tent or having a backup location in the event of bad weather.

Tides

Having your beach wedding as the tide is coming in may sound romantic, but can be problematic if the waves are encroaching on your guests’ toes. Plan your wedding along a portion of the beach that is not affected by the tides, or as the tide is going out.

Bugs

Bugs may also be an issue. Plan appropriately if the beach is prone to mosquitoes or flies.

Time of Day

Consider the time of day. For example, some beaches are beautiful at sunset, but have glares or strange odors at other times. In addition, if you are planning a wedding on a public beach then your wedding will be open to the public. This means that depending on the time of day you plan your wedding, that sunbathers may partake in watching you exchange your vows. If you find this offensive, consider a private beach.

Amenities

Beach weddings may be tricky for guests with special needs. Few beaches are wheelchair accessible. If you have guests in wheelchairs, be sure to check accessibility. As far as amenities, be sure the beach has bathrooms available and that the facilities will be open during your wedding.

These are some considerations to take into account when planning your beach wedding. This should not take away from your vision where everyone is dressed in casual attire, listening to island music, eating local food and drinking fruity cocktails. But, it never hurts to secure a Plan B in the event of bad weather or other potentially unexpected conditions.

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Source by Hilary Basile