Alafia Ceremonies LLC
Our Personal Touch for Unique Unforgettable Ceremonies
Wedding Officiant
Tampa Bay, St Petersburg's, Clearwater, Sarasota,Lakeland area's
Christian~Jewish~Non-Religious
Celtic Handfasting
Destination~Elopement
Renewal of Vows
Commitment
Alafia Ceremonies LLC
8518 Gibsonton Dr
Gibsonton Florida, FL 33534
United States
ph: 813-407-7732
alt: (813) 466-5511
sharon
Gulf Coast ~Destination Wedding ~ Elopement Weddings
Beautiful Sunset Wedding on Gulf Coast Beaches
Holding hands, lovers stand
Enjoying the warmth of each other and the day
Knowing they are part of the captivating scene
Appreciating completely what love means
Considering a Get Away Wedding?
We will assist you with:
- Marriage License Information
- Choosing the perfect location
- Referral Assistance
- Officiant Services
- Photography Package
- DJ Package
- Ceremony Decorations
- Best time of Year: Winter, Fall, Spring
- Summer is the rainy, hot, tropical season
What Destination Couples have done:
Some couples bring their families and friends, just the two of you, or bring their children.
Some couples will go back home for a Reception others want it all here!
Some will all go out to dinner following the ceremony to celebrate!
Others will plan a cruise leaving the next day!
Some will Honeymoon right on the beach or day trips to Disney, Busch Gardens, or the Space Center. The options are endless!
Others Plan a Reception when they get back home!
Couples Use their beautiful sunset ceremony pictures provided to you on a CD as a slideshow during their back home reception so their guests can feel included in the ceremony!
There is no right or wrong, large or small, its all up to each couple and what they desire!
Treasure Island
Create Your Destination Wedding Website
Create a Window to Your Destination Wedding
With destination weddings on the rise, it is becoming more and more important for couples to have a means for informing their guests of their upcoming wedding plans as well as provide recommendations for out-of-town guests.
Wedding websites allow your guests one-stop shopping when it comes time for them to arrange their travel plans as well as other details. You can be as specific as you wish and link your website directly to the hotel reservation pages that you would like to recommend to your guests.
You will find that having a website is not only a time-saver but a budget-saver as well. The multiple mailings that can sometimes become necessary to communicate with your guests can easily eat up a good portion of any wedding budget. Allowing your guests to RSVP online will also cut down on your wedding expenses. No need for RSVP cards! However, you can always order just enough for those guests who may not be web savvy.Destination weddings have definitely become a way for couples to express their style in a less traditional way. If you choose to have your wedding in a destination location, try to make it a fun experience for you and your fiancé as well as for your guests.
Destination Wedding Tips
1. Location, Location, Location. When selecting a location, choose one that appeals to your tastes and wedding style. Keep in mind, however, that because it won't be as easy as going down the street to the local church to attend your wedding, you'll have to assume that your guest list may be smaller. You'll need to get a good sense about the number of attendees you wish to have before selecting your event facility so you can be confident that it will be appropriate for the crowd.2. Less is More. Destination weddings can be expensive not only for those getting married, but also for those attending. Try to be mindful of that when selecting your wedding site so those who are closest to you can afford to attend. Consider having your wedding during the off-season so costs will be lower. Traditionally, accommodation expenses are covered for the bridesmaids by the bride's family and for the groomsmen by the groom's family. All other guests should be responsible for their own expenses. Most hotels will work with you to offer group discounts.
3. Assist your Guests. You may know the location that you will be flying off to for your dream wedding like the back of your hand, but most of your guests will not. Your wedding website can be a tool to help you educate your guests about the area, local attractions, accommodation ideas, the weather and directions. Making their job easier will only amount in a larger turnout at your wedding. Use your website to remind them of the things they may not consider such as a passport if required for your chosen location.
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Destination Wedding
Bring Your Family and Friends
At Your Dream LocationCreate Your Own Destination WebsiteElopement Wedding Ceremony
Many couples "Just Want to Get Married" but want memories other than the courthouse wedding!
Local's may want to keep it simple.
Couples from all 50 states come to the Florida the "Sunshine State" for their beach wedding and honeymoon on our beautiful beaches.
Many couples don't want to plan a big wedding they want it to be about them and for them!
Enjoying the sunshine, the beautiful sunsets, your honeymoon on the beach!
Maybe you plan a cruise following the ceremony!
The sky is the limit
From MichiganCreate Your Destination WebsiteAdd Some Southern Traditions
Did You Know:
The Grooms Cake begin in the South? The bride presented a single layer cake to her Groom. This tradition has spread across the county.
Outdoor Weddings: Gardens, Plantations, Mansions, Someplace with Land
Family & Friends: The more the better. Large Receptions with generations of cousins and friends.
Food: Southern Comfort food is a must
Drinks: Lemonade, Sweet Tea & Signature Drinks: Mint Juleps, Scarlett O'Hara, Whiskey Sour, Frozen Peach Champagne served in Mason Jars and Odd shaped glasses a must
Ask your guests to bring a recipe card from their family cookbooks
Why a Destination Wedding?
Affordable, Popular, Romantic
Your closest family & frineds to share your wedding day. Eliminating co-workers, family you hardly know, acquaintances.
Your destination wedding doubles as your honeymoon
Great for couples who have guests around the country
Who Pays for What?
Generally:
Couple pays for hotel accommodations, food & drinks for the guests.
Guests pay for:
Airfare & additional expenses
How Many Days?
Generally its planned for a long weekend for guests.
Send out save the days cards as far in advance as possible. Guests need to schedule airline and vacation time from work
Couples generally stay longer to enjoy the rest of the honeymoon or add a short cruise
How do I get a marriage license?
Every state has its own laws. Your Officiant is the best person to provide guidance.
Officiant:
We conduct many destination weddings.
We work with the couple to provide marriage license guidance.
We work with you via email to prepare your ceremony script. This allows you both time to review your ceremony script & design it exactly the way you want it in the comfort of your own home without pressure.
Your ceremony will be exactly as you envision it without surprises!
We live her! We Know!
Rules, Laws, weather conditions, locations, time of year and Vendor recommendations!
Locations:
From the beach to an indoor venue to an outdoor venue we will guide you.
Preferred Vendors: We will assist you with full coordination when using our preferred vendors.
They are reliable, experienced & professional quality workmanship
Floral:
Silk has many advantages:
buying online convenience
time saving & hassle free
You can email photos of exactly what you want.
You flowers will be delivered and waiting for you
You can have your flowers delivered directly to me and I will personally bring them to your ceremony for you when you use our perferred vendor.
You don't have to use "in season" flowers. You can choose any silk flowers for your colors & theme.
You will see photographs prior to paying for them. You will know exactly what your flowers will look like.
Silk flowers do not wilt, break off or loose petals in our warm area.
Fresh flowers wilt and drop petals very quickly in our warm climate.
Silks don't have to be watered and are very durable.
Silks are lightweight and much easier to handle as a bouquet.
You will have your silks to take home with you for many years to come.
You can scent your silks to your liking by simply adding a small cotton ball to the base of your flowers with your favorite perfume or cologne for your groom
No allergy worries
You can't take fresh flowers on a crusise ship due to custom laws
Our preferred provider:
Endearing Expressions of NY
Photographer:
Don't forget to hire your photographer for your wedding day celebration!
You will have beautiful photos to share with family and friends
Memories to last a lifetime
Many couples will request a CD of their images with copyright release.
You can make as many copies as you desire.
Many couples use the images as a slideshow for their back home guests at a back home reception. Your guests will feel a part of your wedding day. Great to use during the first dance or meal.
The photos will be up on a secure website for your viewing and also you may allow family and friends to view and order their own photos saving you money!
Our Preferred Photographers
Tungsten Photography
Stehman Photograhy
DJ:
Do you want music for your ceremony and reception?
Our preferred DJ will work with you long distance planning your ceremony & reception music. He will create your playlist an do not play list.
He will bring a microphone for our use for your ceremony
He will make your introductions all of your announcements throughout the reception.
Remember:
Provide your Officiant, Photographer, DJ a copy of your wedding day timeline
Enjoy planning your destination wedding!
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Contact Us to make your visions a reality!
Alafia Ceremonies LLC
8518 Gibsonton Dr
Gibsonton Florida, FL 33534
United States
ph: 813-407-7732
alt: (813) 466-5511
sharon
