That decison is entirely up to you! Driving is about 14-15 hours Flying is about 3 hours
Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) — Panama City, FL Closest major airport (~19 mi from Inlet Beach). You can often find flights from Pittsburgh (PIT) to ECP, including nonstop or one‑stop options on major airlines (e.g., Southwest). Destin–Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS) — Valparaiso / Fort Walton Beach, FL About ~46 mi from Inlet Beach. There are nonstop flights from Pittsburgh (PIT) to VPS on carriers like Allegiant Air or Southwest. Pensacola International Airport (PNS) — Pensacola, FL Further away (~~2+ hours drive) but a larger airport with many flight options. Recommended Option for Travel Fly from Pittsburgh (PIT) to Panama City (ECP) — closest airport to Inlet Beach (~19 mi). If you don’t find direct flights to ECP, another good choice is PIT → Fort Walton Beach (VPS) and then drive to Inlet Beach (~46 mi)
Yes! The ceremony is on the beach as well as the reception!
We will have a taco bar, grazing table with different meats & cheeses, a S'mores bar to make S'mores over the fire, and lots of different beers, liquors, wines, & signature cocktails.
Beachy, casual, and fun! Whatever is most comfortable for you!
You can get around Inlet Beach, Seaside, and Rosemary Beach (30A) without a rental car, but it depends on how much flexibility you want. Seaside and Rosemary Beach are extremely pedestrian-friendly. Most shops, restaurants, and beaches are within walking distance. Bike rentals are very popular—bike paths connect most of 30A’s communities. You can rent for a day or the whole week Public / Shared Transport Shuttle services run along 30A during peak season (spring/summer). Some areas offer trolley or jitney services connecting towns like Seaside, Rosemary, Grayton Beach, and Inlet Beach. When a Car Helps Inlet Beach is a little spread out, especially if you want to explore beaches east or west of 30A. If staying mainly in Seaside, Rosemary, or central Inlet Beach, you don’t really need a car.
There are lots of hotels & airbnb's in the area!! Vacation rentals/Airbnb are more common and typically a better fit for most 30A trips — especially families, groups, and beach lovers who want space and flexibility. Hotels work well for couples or shorter stays where service and convenience matter more.
Due to limited space & wanting to keep our wedding intimate, only guests who were formally given a plus-one can bring someone. Thanks so much for understanding!
Yes! The kids are allowed at both the ceremony & the reception!
Yes! We'll be providing an open bar throughout the ceremony & reception! Guests are invited to grab a drink before the ceremony begins.