6:30 pm
For those arriving Thursday, we are having a casual dinner at Whale Harbor Seafood Buffet. We have reserved tables for anybody that would like to join us – no obligation, just a delicious, fun gathering. Whale Harbor is home to “The Famous Seafood Buffet”, plus the rooftop SandBar featuring waterfront dining with amazing views. Enjoy favorites such as Fresh hand Shucked Live Oysters, Smoked Fish Dip, Carved Roast Beef, Grilled Salmon, Crab Cakes, Grilled Mahi Mahi, Ceviche, Peel & Eat Shrimp, and so much more for $39.95/pp. Whale Harbor is located 2 miles from Cheeca Lodge @ 83413 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada, FL 33036. The Cheeca Lodge provides 24-hour shuttle service. To take the shuttle, please go to the concierge desk.
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Join us at The Beach Café at Morada Bay to enjoy the beautiful sunset, appetizers and music. Cash bar. Resort Casual Attire. Morada Bay is located across the street, ½ mile from the Cheeca Lodge (approximately a 7-minute walk).mCheeca Lodge provides 24-hour shuttle service, which will take and pick you up from Morada Bay. Shuttles are first come, first serve. To request, please go to the concierge desk. Resort Casual Attire. May we suggest that men wear light pants or shorts, short-sleeved buttoned downs, polo shirts, tasteful t-shirts. Ladies wear summer dresses, fashionable shorts & tops. Boat shoes, stylish sandals and tasteful flip flops are appropriate. No beachwear.
5:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Watch the beautiful sunset as we say "I do" on the beach. Please arrive at 5:00pm for a welcome cocktail and seating. The ceremony starts at 5:30pm. Immediately following the ceremony, we ask all guests to join us for a group photo. Let the celebrations begin! Cocktails & hors d'oeuvres will be served at "Spa Island", a short walk from the beach. Dinner & dancing will follow on the beach under the stars.
12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Come hang out with the newlyweds at the pool starting at 12pm (main pool directly in front of the beach). Enjoy a fun day in the sun or the shaded cabanas - all of the cabanas are reserved exclusively for our wedding guests.
7:00 pm
We are having a casual dinner (no obligation) at Square Grouper. They do not take reservations, just walk-ins. Square Grouper boasts fresh & local seafood, craft cocktails, and a fantastic wine selection in a refined atmosphere.