Planning a Beach Wedding

A wedding with the Pacific behind you is unforgettable — the light, the sound of the waves, the sense of space. It also has a few moving parts that an indoor venue doesn't: the tide, the wind, the sun's angle at your chosen hour. Get those right and the day runs like a dream. Here's how to plan it without the stress.

Getting the timing right

On a beach, the clock and the calendar matter more than usual. A few principles to build around:

• Aim for late afternoon. A ceremony 60–90 minutes before sunset gives soft, flattering light and a golden-hour first dance.
• Check the tide. A low or falling tide means more firm sand for seating and photos. We'll share the tide chart for your date.
• Mind the season. Late spring through early autumn offers the most reliable evenings; summer weekends book far ahead.
• Have a plan B. A covered terrace on standby means a little coastal wind never becomes a worry.

Keeping guests comfortable

Comfortable guests are happy guests, and the beach asks for a few thoughtful touches:

• A basket of flat sandals or parasols at the aisle for the walk across the sand.
• Shade and water for the ceremony, especially in warmer months.
• Light wraps or pashminas for when the sea breeze picks up after sunset.
• Clear signage or a quick note so guests know the dress code is “beach elegant.”

A stress-free timeline

Work backwards from the day and it all falls into place: secure your date and room block first, confirm the ceremony time against the tide and sunset a few months out, and finalise numbers and the running order in the final weeks. Leave the details you can't control — like the exact wind that evening — to your on-site coordinator, and simply enjoy the morning of.

Let the questions answer themselves

Every guest will have the same handful of questions — where to park, what time to arrive, whether the beach is far from the rooms. On a live resort site, our assistant answers all of them automatically, day and night, so your inbox stays quiet and your guests stay informed. When you're ready to talk dates, it can check availability and start the conversation with our events team.