Clear emerald water, fluffy white sand and a streaked orange-and-pink sunset sky…An idyllic church resting amid majestic Southern oaks – the Pensacola Bay Area offers breathtaking sites as the backdrop for your dream wedding.

Striking white dunes will complement your gown, the water will sparkle as vividly as your diamond ring and the laughter of your guests will linger on the warm Gulf breeze.

Pensacola Beach and Perdido Key offer a variety of beachside accommodations perfect for a destination wedding/honeymoon. The popular Holiday Inn Resort and the Jimmy Buffett-inspired Margaritaville Beach Hotel both opened recently adding to the already luxurious options. Portofino Island Resort and Eden Condominiums feature exquisite suites and luxurious spas. Other popular options are the Hilton Pensacola Beach Gulf Front and the Crowne Plaza Pensacola Grand Hotel, both designated by the Florida Green Lodging Program. Big Lagoon State Park or Gulf Islands National Seashore are ideal for a secluded ceremony in a natural setting.

Historic downtown Pensacola, beaming with Southern charm, provides a romantic vintage setting. Under the shade of grand oak trees in Seville Square lies Old Christ Church, which happens to be the oldest in Florida. Located nearby are the Lee House Bed & Breakfast and Barkley House where expansive porches are perfect for catching a breeze off the bay or enjoying some Southern-inspired reception fare such as shrimp and grits or fried green tomatoes.

Whether coastal or Southern, natural or historic, the Pensacola Bay Area is sure to dazzle you with its magical beaches and charm you with its hospitality.

Photographers: On3Fotos Photography

For more information, visit IDoPensacola.com or call (800) 874-1234.