Business Details
16 Years
experience
Your Dream Beach Wedding in Tampa Bay
Cherished Ceremonies has been crafting unforgettable wedding experiences in Tampa Bay since 2010. Our team of seasoned professionals specializes in beach weddings, destination ceremonies, and all-inclusive receptions across Florida's most scenic locations. With over a decade of experience, we combine personalized service with industry expertise to transform your vision into reality. Our relationships with trusted vendors ensure seamless coordination, while our flexible service tiers accommodate elopements, vow renewals, and grand celebrations.We pride ourselves on transparent communication, cultural inclusivity through bilingual officiants, and meticulous attention to detail. From permit assistance to post-ceremony photography, our commitment to excellence has earned us Wedding Wire's Couples Choice Award for ten consecutive years and an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau.
Services
Beach Weddings
Destination Weddings
Elopements
Vow Renewals
Gazebo Ceremonies
All-Inclusive Receptions
Wedding Coordination
Bilingual Officiants
Photography Services
Design and Decor
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer 10+ years of specialized beach wedding expertise across 15+ Florida locations
- Our team includes certified bilingual officiants for Spanish-English ceremonies
- We provide transparent pricing with packages starting at $1,300
- We handle permits, licenses, and vendor coordination for stress-free planning
- We offer flexible service tiers from day-of coordination to full planning
Associations and certifications
- Wedding Wire Couples Choice Awards
- Better Business Bureau A+ Rating
What people say
Highly recommend
Professional and timely
Bilingual ceremony expertise
Stress-free planning
Beautiful photography
Services
Beach Weddings
We specialize in creating memorable beach weddings across Florida's most beautiful shorelines. Our packages include officiant services, basic decor, and photography options starting at $1,300. Couples can choose from pre-designed themes or customize their ceremony with specialty vendors for floral arrangements, premium photography, and luxury rentals. Our team handles permits, licenses, and vendor coordination for seamless execution.
Destination Weddings
Our destination wedding services cater to out-of-state couples seeking Florida beach ceremonies. We offer marriage license processing by mail, local vendor coordination, and customizable packages for intimate elopements or larger affairs. With expertise in 15+ beach locations, we manage logistics including permits, accommodations, and transportation for stress-free celebrations from Clearwater to Siesta Key.
All-Inclusive Receptions
We coordinate full-service wedding receptions at premier Tampa Bay venues with catering, decor, and entertainment options. Packages include venue selection assistance, vendor management, and day-of coordination for events accommodating 50-200 guests. Our partnerships with luxury venues like Divine Waterfront provide elegant settings with customizable decor and professional photography services.
Wedding Coordination
Our coordination services range from day-of support to partial planning for couples with established vendors. Day-of coordination includes timeline execution, vendor management, and setup/cleanup for $1,000. Partial planning adds vendor selection assistance and budget management for $1,800, while full planning covers every detail from venue booking to final timeline preparation for $2,500.
Bilingual Officiants
We provide certified Spanish-English officiants for culturally inclusive ceremonies. Our reverends specialize in interfaith, civil, and spiritual ceremonies with customizable elements like unity candle rituals and personalized vows. Officiants handle license filing and offer rehearsal services for $100, ensuring seamless execution of bilingual ceremonies that honor both partners' traditions.
People
Vilma Rodriguez
Lead Wedding Planner
With over a decade of experience, Vilma specializes in creating personalized beach weddings across Florida. Known for exceptional organizational skills and vendor relationships, she ensures every detail from permits to photography meets couples' expectations while maintaining budget-friendly solutions.
Reverend Angel Rodriguez
Bilingual Officiant
Ordained minister with expertise in Spanish-English ceremonies, Reverend Rodriguez has officiated 100+ weddings since 2010. He specializes in customizable ceremonies incorporating cultural traditions, unity rituals, and personalized vows while maintaining professional licensing compliance for Florida weddings.
Questions
Do you offer beach wedding packages for small elopements?
Yes, we offer elopement packages starting at $1,300 including officiant services, basic decor, and photography options for intimate ceremonies on Florida beaches.
Can we use our own photographer for the beach wedding?
Yes, we welcome outside photographers. Our venues also offer preferred vendor options with professional photographers experienced in beach wedding settings.
How does the marriage license by mail process work?
We process Florida marriage licenses by mail for $200, requiring photo IDs and notarized forms submitted 3 weeks prior to your wedding date.
Are beach permits included in your pricing?
Permits are not included as they vary by location ($100+). We can assist with permit applications for your chosen beach ceremony site.
Do you provide services for vow renewal ceremonies?
Yes, we specialize in vow renewals with customizable packages that include ceremony design, officiant services, and commemorative keepsakes.
What happens if it rains on our beach wedding day?
We recommend securing a backup indoor location. While we can adapt to some weather changes, photography equipment and decor may be affected during heavy rain.
