Two Destination Wedding facts that may surprise you: On average, the bride and groom stay at the destination wedding resort for 10.5 days. This factors in a welcome/farewell party and possibly a mini-moon to tack on after the wedding festivities! And Guests tend to stay for about 5.5 nights in paradise to celebrate your big …
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All Clams on Deck is a large science project utilizing bivalves and seagrass as biological mitigation strategies to promote coastal resiliency. Ed Chiles Looking at the beautiful surf of Anna Maria Island’s beaches, it feels like the sort of natural wonder that could last forever. The people behind All Clams on Deck are here to …
For newlyweds Jill and Michael Earles, their wedding at the Zota Beach Resort on Longboat Key was a dream come true day for them and their guests. Groom Michael works in the solar panel industry. Bride Jill is part of the team at Mote Marine Laboratory, following her passion for sea turtles. It was essential …
Under the moon and stars, on the crystal white sands of Anna Maria Island, sea turtles — mostly loggerheads — nest May-October. And newlyweds on the island could help support the survival of these ancient creatures. The island is fortunate to be the host to hundreds of sea turtles, of which only the females emerge …
Say “Aye-do” with Pirates at your wedding! Avast, me hearties! Here, there be pirates. Have you ever dreamed of sailing the seven seas on a ship, going where the wind takes you and living the life of a pirate? Welcome to Anna Maria Island where a group of privateers can make your dreams come true. …
Planning a wedding, especially a destination wedding, can be stressful, but it doesn’t have to be. Taking advantage of resources at your wedding destination, including hiring a professional, can help keep the stress away while keeping the magic in your special day. Here are a few tips and tricks to help you navigate the planning …
Specially selected items add a uniquely personal touch to your celebration. Everyone wants their wedding to be a unique, memorable celebration for themselves and their guests. When planning an unforgettable wedding, couples tend to focus on the larger pieces of the planning puzzle and forget the little things that make it an exceptional experience. Perfecting …
If you are looking for an Old Florida wedding, you will find it at the Powel Crosley Estate. Powel built the two-and-a-half-story Mediterranean mansion as the Florida winter home for his wife, Gwendolyn, in 1929. True romance. “My darling, I built this for you,” Powel said to Gwendolyn. Art deco gorgeousness – the perfect location …
