Saying “I do” on open water changes the entire feel of a wedding day. A wedding on a yacht places family and close friends on a private deck, surrounded by water instead of rows of folding chairs in a hotel ballroom. Couples get panoramic ocean views, a moving backdrop, and a level of privacy that…
San Francisco sits on one of the most photographed stretches of water in California, and renting a yacht here puts you at the center of it. The city’s waterfront runs from the Ferry Building past Alcatraz, under the Golden Gate Bridge, and out toward the Pacific — a route that looks different every hour as…
When you’re planning to say “I do” on the water, you’ll need more than just sea legs and champagne. Selecting the right yacht venue involves careful consideration of practical elements that can make or break your special day. From ensuring there’s enough space for your aunt’s dramatic dance moves to confirming the vessel won’t sail into choppy waters…
You might assume getting married on a yacht offers an escape from bureaucratic hassles, but you’ll quickly discover maritime weddings bring their legal complexities. As your vessel crosses from state to territorial to federal waters, different marriage laws come into play. Florida won’t require what California does, and neither matches New York’s regulations. The captain’s authority, your departure port,…
Spring is the perfect time for a wedding, especially if your wedding is to be in San Francisco. Whether you are getting married in April, May, or June, the weather will likely be sublime. This area experiences many gorgeous, clear days in spring, with less fog than at other times of the year. If you…
An autumn wedding can be a vibrant and exciting occasion. The added element of the fall season is the perfect backdrop to delight both the happy couple and the guests. If you are planning to get married in the autumn, consider the following tips to make your day unforgettable. 4 Fall-Inspired Wedding Ideas For A…
The moment you get engaged, wedding planning begins. The start is always exciting! But it can quickly get frustrating if you don’t stay organized. Once you have a sense of what you, as a couple, are looking for on your special day, you can begin to plan an event that suits the two of you….
Planning is starting now for many couples who are recently engaged and looking to tie the knot next Spring. Spring is still the most popular season for weddings, even in the Bay Area, where weddings happen in any season. The Bay Area weather is likely to be temperate and beautiful, and Spring has always been a time…
A new trend in the weddings we hold on our yacht charters over the last few years has been what we may as well call “Baby Boomer Weddings.” And they are different than traditional weddings! They are often more casual affairs, where fun is paramount over formality. Baby Boomer Wedding Planning Charts Its Course If you are…
With people at home sheltering during the COVID-19 crisis, they have more time on their hands for planning and researching. This includes the wedding planning currently underway for Autumn weddings. One of the first steps wedding planners take couples through is color schemes. Color choices drive decisions about décor, dresses, suits, and floral arrangements. Five color combination ideas…