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<p>Hey West Coast Florida brides and grooms. Chat here about the best tips, Knottie GTGs, and wedding planning in your area.</p>

I've been looking into having my wedding and reception in gulf coast FL area. So far I've come up short on an affordable priced venue that has a beach ceremony & reception, preferably hotel or re

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<p>Hey West Coast Florida brides and grooms. Chat here about the best tips, Knottie GTGs, and wedding planning in your area.</p>

I've been looking into having my wedding and reception in gulf coast FL area. So far I've come up short on an affordable priced venue that has a beach ceremony & reception, preferably hotel or re

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Destination Wedding

posted at 2/8/2012 11:22 AM EST on theknot.com

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I've been looking into having my wedding and reception in gulf coast FL area. So far I've come up short on an affordable priced venue that has a beach ceremony & reception, preferably hotel or resort for guest accommodations. Each venue I've talked to has told me I'm unable to do things that I would like for my wedding or reception (such as I have to have 4 different stations for $69.00 per person). I was even told that they "don't seem like the best fit for us we should look elsewhere," I appreciate the honesty, but ummm.... Do you not want my money?! Can anyone tell me a reasonable ceremony & reception venue on the FL gulf coast??
Thanks for the help!

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posted at 2/8/2012 11:27 AM EST on theknot.com

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Where have you tried?

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Re: Destination Wedding

posted at 2/8/2012 2:44 PM EST on theknot.com

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I've looked online at a ton of hotels and resorts in the Clearwater, St Pete, and Treasure Island area. I'm trying to stay away from large hotel chains due to their prices. So far I have emaild a lot, most without responces. I've talked with two venues over the phone thus far but without luck.

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posted at 2/8/2012 2:58 PM EST on theknot.com

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I'm not sure about prices of any of these places, but just thinking of venues that would be more reasonable than the big hotels...

Tampa Bay Watch- not exactly the beach, but on water and I hear they are reasonably priced
Shepard's on Clearwater Beach
The Grand Plaza Hotel on St. Pete Beach- I hear you can get a lot of stuff included
Postcard Inn on St. Pete Beach
St. Pete Beach Community Center
The Club at Treasure Island (Yacht Club)

One of my good friends had her wedding on Clearwater Beach, and they were on a tight budget. The ceremony was at the Clearwater Beach Recreation Center, and then the reception on an outside deck at Island Way grill. Both are on the water, but not sand. The Clearwater Beach Rec Center also has a room you can use, in case you wanted to have a caterer come there. But Island Way Grill is an excelent restaurant.

Good luck!

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posted at 2/8/2012 3:41 PM EST on theknot.com

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If you looked into the Tradewinds, I agree they're probably not the best fit for you.I don't get a lot of eagerness to please out of them, although they are the best place for us. Sirata's people (next door on Gulf Blvd) were very willing to work with us, but I didn't go with them in the end because they weren't a good fit for my disabled family members.

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posted at 2/8/2012 6:06 PM EST on theknot.com

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The Pink Shell on Fort Myers Beach is somewhat more affordable and may be worth a call. If you are flexible about date, time of year/day, or day of the week it may help you stay within budget. I would let the venues know your budget and ask if there is anything they can do to work with you. Good luck!

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posted at 2/9/2012 10:12 AM EST on theknot.com

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Have you looked at Anna Maria Island or Siesta Key? We got married on Anna Maria and it was beautiful. We used Sand Petal Weddings and they were great and made planning from far away so easy.

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posted at 2/10/2012 5:15 AM EST on theknot.com

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Hi kkmcnear!

I looked at some pictures of the island, and it's beautiful! What were your venue top picks?

Thanks!

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posted at 2/10/2012 8:06 AM EST on theknot.com

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posted at 2/10/2012 9:32 AM EST on theknot.com

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We got married at the Gulf Drive Cafe & Tiki Hut on Anna Maria. It was perfect for us. Ceremony on the beach and then reception in the tiki hut. Here are a couple photos. You can email me if you have specific questions. kmcnear at hotmail dot com

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posted at 2/13/2012 1:57 PM EST on weddings.com

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Wyndham Garden Clearwater Beach. We are A Beachfront Hotel, however, we specialize in Weddings on a Budget, and Smaller Intimate Weddings. Give a call. 727-443-7652.

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posted at 2/16/2012 10:46 AM EST on theknot.com

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Thank you all for your posts! It really means a lot! I've been going crazy over prices (we're a young couple who recently bought a house so moneys kinda tight for a wedding). I appreciate all of this help! Its difficult because I dont know the area very well (just think it's beautiful) or any hidden secretes!

Thanks again!

Ps. kkmcnear BEAUTIFUL pics!! Congratz!

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posted at 3/1/2012 1:58 PM EST on theknot.com

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I've been looking at Sand Petal Weddings and considering booking my wedding through them. They're packages are great! Has anyone heard of them or had their wedding throught them??

Heres the website:

http://www.sandpetalwedding.com/

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Re: Destination Wedding

posted at 4/9/2012 9:50 PM EDT on theknot.com

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Hey! In case you are still looking for a photographer too, i can recommend www.gulfsidemedia.com - the are great, professional and offer something for everyone!

Good luck! :-)

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