It is estimated that 16% of all weddings are classified as destination weddings, and take place in a specific location outside of the couples locality. Beach weddings account for a considerable amount of these weddings, as couples seek luxurious surroundings and hot, exotic climates in which to celebrate their union. Planning a beach wedding requires a significant amount of research in into the packages available, and assessing the services available to best suit the wedding requirements.
Of the most popular beach destination wedding locations, most are located in the tropical settings of north and central America. In 2009, just over 14,000 international wedding services were conducted across various Caribbean islands, including Jamaica and The Bahamas. The last year has also shown an increase in services held in Hawaii, Florida and throughout the American east coast, where couples are taking advantage of luxurious resorts and spectacular coastal views. 
Beach Wedding Locations In Florida And The East Coast
Of the beach wedding locations situated along the American east coast, Florida hosts the most popular and renowned. Florida is one of the most tropical and beautiful areas to be found anywhere in the world, and such natural splendor is the prefect backdrop to a marriage ceremony. People generally pay thousands of dollars to secure the perfect setting for their wedding venue, so being able to wed on ice white sands and beside clear green ocean waters as part of a whole wedding package means that money can be invested elsewhere in the wedding plan (including the funding of travel for family and guests where necessary).
Another added benefit of sourcing a beach wedding location in Florida or the east coast is that many of these packages include a honeymoon stay in addition to the beach venue and ceremony. This combines and reduces the overall cost of the wedding and the honeymoon vacation, and enables the couple to relax after the service and begin their married life in the immediate surrounding luxury. Florida in particular has many tourist attractions and events besides its glorious beaches, so is the perfect destination for a complete wedding and honeymoon package.
Aside from Florida, there are further beach wedding locations on the east coast. The state of New Jersey, based north of Florida on the eastern shore, has a selection of beautiful and scenic wedding venues on its beaches, bays and shores. For more inexpensive beach wedding venues and packages, New Hampshire and Maine provide a handful of intimate and picturesque venues for consideration, at a more affordable cost and outlay for the consumer.
Planning A Successful Beach Wedding
With so many options, beach wedding ideas and packages available, the internet is a crucial tool in planning a beach wedding in modern times. It is important to have a clear understanding of the wedding requirements, and then to best match these with the most suitable beach wedding service provider. More than securing the most cost effective and affordable price, it ensures that the wedding is as enjoyable and as special an occasion as it deserves to be.