Tying the knot in style on a beautiful serene beach doesn't have to be a fantasy. In fact, it's a reality for couples who choose to plan their wedding and exchange their vows on the magnificent beaches of Sanibel Island and Captiva Island.

Your wedding can be as simple as a ceremony for two at sunset or a celebration where friends and family make your marriage the centerpiece of their island vacation. Whatever type of wedding suits your personal style, the whisper of the surf and the sun on the horizon will make your special day in paradise one you will remember forever.

The best news is that planning to say, "I do" on the islands is easier than you think. There are wedding planners and resorts where with one call you can arrange for flowers, photography, food, music, accommodations, transportation and even salon appointments. They can help you put together the special touches that make for a perfect wedding day.

When you are in love, the world feels like a special place made just for you. Nowhere is that truer than on the Islands of Sanibel and Captiva - the perfect wedding destination - . If you bring the romance, we'll provide the rest. Search for Wedding & Event Resources available on Sanibel & Captiva Islands and our surrounding areas.

Marriage Information

Contact the Clerk of Courts office (239) 533-5007; www.leeclerk.org to purchase a marriage license. To qualify, both parties must apply in person with proper identification. If either party was previously married, divorce papers, proof of annulment or a deceased spouse's death certificate must be presented.

Florida residents are subject to a three-day waiting period. Non-residents are exempt of the waiting period. Weddings may be performed by a member of the clergy, Notary Public, member of the judiciary or a Clerk of Courts.