Dressy casual. For the ladies, a cocktail dress or a long, dressy skirt/ pants and top. For the gentleman, suit and tie. Jacket is preferred, though no wedding fashion police will call you out for skipping one. For the kids, think normal Sunday best.
As an avid fan of being barefoot, I hear ya! However, for safety reasons the yacht enforces footwear. Make sure to pack a pair of flats or sandals so you aren't sidelined.
The church is fully air conditioned. The reception yacht is 3 stories. The bottom 2 decks are enclosed with air conditioning. We will eat dinner there. The top deck is open air with a nice breeze. This is where dancing will be. Definitely check the weather channel as October temperatures vary.
Yes! We have chartered the Jolley Trolley to shuttle guests from the Fairfield Inn & Suites Clearwater Beach as well as Clearwater Beach Suites to the marina for boarding. It will also be available at the end of the cruise for trips from the marina back to those hotels. The shuttle will run loops from 5:15 pm - 6:30 pm and again from 10:00 pm - 11:00 pm. We can fit 30 people at a time on the trolley. Don’t wait for the last loop! For those that go bar hopping afterwards, I suggest Uber or calling FloridaFreeRides at 727-424-5458. They operate on tips only and are available until 3 am.
The church has plenty of parking. The marina where the reception yacht leaves from not so much. Clearwater has limited free parking. It's usually best to Uber or plan on paying for a spot. There is a festival this evening so give yourself time to find a spot. If you are staying at the Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Clearwater Beach or Clearwater Beach Suites take advantage of the chartered Jolley Trolley for a free ride!
We've got you covered! The church is all ground level. The yacht has an elevator for moving between decks.
Not in the mood to bust a move? No worries. We will have a room on the 2nd deck for conversation. There will also be board games and cards available.
If your invitation says plus one. Take this opportunity to say hi to a stranger. While we have some quirky family and friends, I promise they don't bite.
We recommend taking Dramamine beforehand if you are concerned. If you start to feel a little funny on the yacht, move to the middle of the boat to limit wave movement and look to the horizon.
Our wedding will have an open bar. It will also be heavily photographed, so any drunken shenanigans will be well documented and thoroughly mocked for years to come. Proceed with caution. Tips have already been handled. The only way you would spend money is if your fancy self requires alcohol from the super premium bar options. Please be responsible! Plan ahead to avoid driving after the party.
Organic mixed green salad with cucumbers, red onion, tomatoes and a tropical fruit vinaigrette Herb roasted top round of beef with au jus and horseradish sauce Jerk rubbed chicken with mango beurre blanc Gulf mahi mahi with coconut rum sauce Chef's choice of starch and seasonal vegetables All sauces are gluten free and no peanut oil is used. Chicken tender meals are available. Please make a note in your RSVP if you have any food concerns.
BYOC! You are allowed to smoke in the outdoor areas of the boat. There are several balconies to enjoy. Please be aware of the other people on the boat and make sure you are downwind of them.
We are grateful for all our guests that have travelled quite far to celebrate. Connor and I both have a lot of extended family from up north. There will be an informal get together Saturday at the wedding rental house. Please come hang out with us!
Guests staying at the house have dibs on the driveway. We appreciate visitors parking nearby. There are a couple options. One is Church of the Good Shepherd across the street for a small donation. A little further (4 min walk) is Edgewater Park with free parking.
Shout out to Momma Regan for the works of art. That’s a lot of “love” to hand paint!
Turks and Caicos! We will stay at a dive resort and take advantage of all the water activities. Plus some well deserved relaxation!