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9 Spectacular Waterfront Venues in Marin County

9 Spectacular Waterfront Venues in Marin County

Is there anything more magical than vows spoken against a glistening ocean backdrop? If you’re dreaming of a waterfront wedding celebration, Marin County has an abundance of spectacular venues to offer. Whether you’re picturing a whimsical cliffside ceremony or an extravagant soirée on a luxury yacht, you’re sure to find just what you’re looking for here.


10 of DFW's Best Waterfront Wedding Venues

10 of DFW's Best Waterfront Wedding Venues

Who doesn’t love a waterfront wedding? If your big day dreams involve lakefront views and serene lagoons, these DFW venues are for you. Whether you want to exchange vows in a chapel on the water, at a lakefront Bed & Breakfast, or a historic building with waterfront receptions, you can't miss these serene North Texas gems.


14 Perfect Venues for Your Gulf Coast Beach Wedding Celebration

14 Perfect Venues for Your Gulf Coast Beach Wedding Celebration

If your wedding day vision includes pristine white beaches and gorgeous ocean views, the Gulf Coast is the perfect place to say ‘I do.’ From a 1920s Mediterranean mansion in Florida to an architectural masterpiece in the heart of South Padre Island, we've got the perfect destination for your coastal celebration. We've gathered some of our favorite waterfront wedding venues along the South Coast that are sure to make you swoon!


From Santa Monica to Long Beach: 5 of the Best Waterfront Wedding Venues

From Santa Monica to Long Beach: 5 of the Best Waterfront Wedding Venues

The coast of Los Angeles county is home to some truly stunning waterfront venues from top to bottom. Whether you’re picturing a luxurious 1920s Spanish-style villa, a magnificent 102-acre coastal resort, or a nautical-chic boutique hotel you’re sure to find it here. Check out our curated list of our favorite waterfront venues from Santa Monica to Long Beach.


9 of South Carolina's Best Waterfront Wedding Venues

9 of South Carolina's Best Waterfront Wedding Venues

Who doesn’t love a waterfront wedding? If your big day dreams involve gentle waves and sandy shores, these South Carolina venues are for you. Whether you want to exchange vows with your toes in the sand, next to a peaceful river, or on the deck of a private yacht surrounded by the sea, you’ll fall in love at first sight with these oh-so-serene settings!


16 Stunning Southern California Coastal Chic Wedding Venues

16 Stunning Southern California Coastal Chic Wedding Venues

Are you searching for a chic wedding venue on the Southern California coast? We’ve got you covered! From a magnificent 102-acre oceanfront resort to a stylish boutique hotel overlooking Laguna Beach, these locations have it all! Their gorgeous scenery, laidback vibes, and elegant touches blend together seamlessly to create a swanky setting for your seaside celebration.


18 Swoon-worthy Coastal New England Wedding Venues

18 Swoon-worthy Coastal New England Wedding Venues

From the romantic and rocky coastline of Maine to the sandy beaches of Cape Cod, if you’re searching for an awe-inspiring oceanfront location for your wedding, the New England coast is your destination. Whether you’re planning a glamorous gala full of drama high up on the cliffs, or a laid-back affair with your toes in the sand, check out these gorgeous seaside settings that are sure to make you swoon.


4 Stunning Tampa Beachfront Wedding Venues

4 Stunning Tampa Beachfront Wedding Venues

Dreaming of a wedding with your toes in sugary white sand and the romantic sound of waves crashing? Tampa is sure to have the destination you’re looking for. From an upscale, elegant waterfront resort to a private country club with glittering waterfront panoramic views, there's a beachfront wedding venue waiting for you here!


10 of Our Favorite Wedding Venues on The Chesapeake Bay

10 of Our Favorite Wedding Venues on The Chesapeake Bay

Ready to have the waterfront wedding of your dreams? With its expansive views of shimmering waters and its stunning natural beauty, the Chesapeake Bay can't be beat. From elegant resorts right on the water's edge to historical colonial mansions and charming marinas, you’re bound to find the perfect venue here!


6 of Oahu’s Best Wedding Venues

6 of Oahu’s Best Wedding Venues

From seaside settings to lush, tropical gardens, the stunning island of Oahu is home to an abundance of absolutely breathtaking wedding venues. Whether you’re planning an intimate affair or hoping to celebrate with an extravagant bash, you’ll be able to find the perfect piece of paradise to tie the knot here!


8 of Kauai's Best Wedding Venues

8 of Kauai's Best Wedding Venues

With lush rainforests, dramatic waterfalls, and sprawling beaches covering most of Kauai's surface, The Garden Isle is bursting with dreamy spaces to say "I do". Whether your vision is lobster for two under a tropical canopy or a grand soirée in a ballroom fit for royalty, we have gathered the perfect places to match your wedding day style here.


Skyline Stunners: 7 Hudson River Wedding Venues with NYC Skyline Views

Skyline Stunners: 7 Hudson River Wedding Venues with NYC Skyline Views

If you’re dreaming of a sparkling NYC cityscape as the backdrop for your wedding, you’ve got a multitude of stunning options. But, for the most jaw-dropping views of this iconic skyline, you need to get out of the city… and these venues, all located just across the Hudson River in New Jersey, boast top-tier panoramas. From a chic, modern restaurant with a glass-wrapped al fresco terrace to an expansive ballroom that opens onto a velvety green lawn, these riverfront beauties provide a picture-perfect POV of NYC.


5 Enchanting Venues on New York's Iconic Westchester Waterfronts

5 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.


8 of the Best Palm Beach Wedding Venues

8 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.


10 Long Island Waterfront Wedding Venues

10 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.


16 Picturesque Sleepy Beach Town Wedding Venues on the East Coast

16 Picturesque Sleepy Beach Town Wedding Venues on the East Coast

On the hunt for a cozy coastal destination for your East Coast wedding? The Atlantic seaboard covers over 2,000 miles and stretches from Maine's rocky and romantic shoreline down to Florida's pristine white sand beaches and impossibly blue waters. While there are endless options of where you can tie the knot, our favorites spots come in the form of historic seaside villages and sweet little sleepy beach towns. So if you're after a calming atmosphere with an off-the-beaten-path kind of vibe for your big day, check out these picture-perfect beachfront wedding venues that are small on crowds but big on charm!


17 Sweet Sleepy Beach Town Wedding Venues along the Pacific Coast

17 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.


12 Cool Northern California Coastal Destination Wedding Venues

12 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.


9 Of The Best Hawaii Vow Renewal Locations

9 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!


12 Cozy Coastal Wedding Venues 90-minutes From Boston

12 Cozy Coastal Wedding Venues 90-minutes From Boston

You don't have to travel far from Boston to find a storybook New England venue full of seaside charm. In fact, a 90-minute drive is all it takes to make all your coastal wedding dreams come true. From a charming inn with a private beach to an elegant cliffside resort, these waterfront locations are not only easy to get to, but they provide a jaw-dropping backdrop for your big day.


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