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Any couple getting married is probably tracking coronavirus daily to try to predict the likelihood of their upcoming wedding. While you can ask the advice of your venue coordinator and wedding planner as to if you should host your wedding and how many guests can attend, who do you rely on for information on moving...
If you’re feeling overwhelmed or just need some guidance on what to do for your 2020 wedding, our favorite Tampa Bay wedding planners are offering special assistance to couples affected by the Coronavirus. Coastal Coordinating Coastal Coordinating is offering free help/tips for couples who have had to postpone and who do not have a wedding...
Master Wedding Planner and Tampa Bay Association of Bridal Consultants local co-Director Tammy Waterman, owner of Special Moments Event Planning, answers questions about postponing your wedding because of the Coronavirus in during “Wed Talks.” When Can Couples Start Having Weddings Again? 2:18 What Wedding Date Should Start the Rescheduling Process? 3:00 How does the Stay...
Choosing a wedding date is such a sentimental part of planning, but with the world in a health crisis and the CDC saying not to host events larger than 10 people, should you cancel or postpone your big day? Postpone. Yes. Cancel. No. “It’s safe to say if you have a large gathering planned for...
Most American weddings have a similar flow: ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception, with traditional elements such as the first dance and cake cutting. Though, many Tampa Bay couples want to create unique experiences to make their weddings “different” from that of other friends and family. The best way to make your wedding stand out is...
With women becoming more comfortable with their bodies and redefining what “beauty” is more are turning to boudoir-style photo shoots. If you’ve ever snubbed the idea of boudoir shoot and thought that it’s just “taking sexy photos,” you’d be surprised to learn that these photo sessions are actual confidence boosters and celebrations of women...
1. How Do I Know if I should DIY my Wedding Florals? Of course, it’s best if every one hires a wedding florist, but if you are a perfectionist, or if you have literally no idea or get frustrated easily, DIYing your flowers is not for you. If you are laid back, doing super simple...
The Experts: How is wedding videography different from photography? Kemari Ihlenfeldt, owner of Kemari Lyn Films explains: When it comes to your wedding, there are no redos, so you’ll want the day to be filmed nicely! Whether or not you’ll think you want the day captured on video when you’re in the heat of wedding...
OMG. You’re engaged! This is honestly one of the most joyous and exciting times of your lives, so soak in that engagement bliss. Enjoy every moment of being engaged! There’s something so special about this transitional period in your relationship. Even if you don’t realize it at the moment, years from now you’ll look back...
In a recent ABC Action News tv report, a newlywed Tampa Bay couple was the victim of a robbery as they celebrated their nuptials with family and friends. As the gifts were loaded into the car, a thief stole the bag containing all of the cards the couple had received. The estimated amount of money...
When it comes to planning a destination wedding or honeymoon, you’ll need more than a ticket to leave the United States. You need a passport too. A passport is an official document issued by a country’s government to an individual certifying that person’s identity and citizenship to said country. If you are a U.S....
Tampa Bay is one of the top cities for destination weddings in the U.S. and especially attractive for international couples looking to wed in Florida. Getting married in the States can have its challenges if you’re not familiar with the laws, customs, and expectations of an American wedding. With Florida located in the southern...
Amidst all of the excitement of planning your Tampa Bay wedding, it’s difficult to imagine that something could go wrong in the weeks leading up to or even on the day of the wedding. In reality, hiccups are possible, no matter how meticulously detailed you were in the planning process. Unplanned life events including...
Selecting your destination wedding or honeymoon hotel can be a daunting task because when you enter “all-inclusive resort” into Google, you’ll easily get thousands of matches. And, of course, they all look fantastic with white sand, blue water, and pristine beaches. But don’t be easily fooled. Be savvy enough to know that what is...
Customization is key to making your Tampa Bay wedding stand out, and your first dance song can truly reflect you and your soon-be-spouses’ personalities. Whether you choose a classic Ed Sheeran ballad or a timeless Ray LaMontagne tune, your dancing shoes better be ready! We asked the top Tampa Bay DJs and live musicians...
Choosing your Tampa Bay wedding venue is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make for your wedding day as it sets the tone for the atmosphere, can dictate which vendors you hire, and takes up half your budget, so it’s important to select one that is the perfect match. Price can often be a sensitive...
You think planning a wedding is stressful? Try organizing a destination bachelor or bachelorette party with flights, travel deposits, and trip itineraries. It can be like herding cats! I’ve had maid of honors give me less than a month to book an international flight and heard horror stories about groomsmen booking dangerous excursions that...
What is the secret to making your Tampa Bay wedding day memorable for your guests? Good food. As much as your friends and family will ooh and ahh over the decor, if you leave them hungry, that’s what they will remember about your wedding night. Every couple wants to make their wedding unique and personal,...
Hiring a Tampa Bay wedding photographer is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make during planning. Some couples experience sticker shock when initially searching photographer, but you’ll also quickly realize this is one area in your budget that you don’t want to skimp; it’s worth the investment. When you hire a wedding photographer, you’re...
If you ask most wedding guests what they remember about their experiences, they’ll often comment on the food and entertainment. Wedding day music goes beyond hiring a DJ for your reception. Your entertainment selections set the ambiance for your wedding ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception. There’s a lot to be said of hiring musicians who...
Every year, we hear of a wedding venue or retailer go out of business. It’s inevitable in any industry. When you give someone a deposit six months to a year in advance, you really have to trust that months later they’ll still be around. But anything can happen, even to the most trusted wedding professionals:...
The first questions people ask the newly engaged are: When are you getting married? Where are you getting married? And then, Where are you going on your honeymoon? There is just as much pressure to get the honeymoon “right” as there is to get the ceremony and reception “right.” As the owner and a...
I was a traveler long before I ever became a travel agent. In fact, probably like many of you, I didn’t even know what a travel agent really did anymore. We can go online and book anything at any time, day or night, all by ourselves. Why would I need a travel agent to...
THE EXPERTS: What is the average cost of hiring a professional wedding caterer in Tampa Bay/Sarasota (not including the venue)? Paulina Nicka from Amici’s Catered Cuisine estimates: “If you have 100 guests then you can expect about $30 in only food costs at Amici’s. That doesn’t include service and other costs. Average costs for a...
If you have a sweet tooth like we do, one of the best parts of planning your Tampa Bay wedding is choosing the desserts and cake. Wedding cakes are some of our top liked posts on Instagram and Pinterest, because not only are they truly pieces of art, but knowing you get to eat them...
Marry Me Tampa Bay editor, Anna Coats, created Marry Me Tampa Bay in 2012 to showcase the area's best local weddings and vendors. She has been featured as a wedding expert on the national talkshow Daytime, Fox13, ABC Action News, Great Day Tampa Bay, and Bay News 9 (now Spectrum).
