If you are hearing wedding bells and are thinking about heading for the chapel, look no further! Dream weddings are just an “I do” away in the International Drive Resort Area.

 

Get married in a castle. An intimate wedding chapel. On the staircase of the Titanic. In a gorgeous garden. Near a tropical lagoon. On a beach. In a Mediterranean setting. International Drive provides destination wedding locations that range from tropical to romantic to themed for an unforgettable day for the couple as well as the guests…after all Orlando is known for its magical experiences and I-Drive has the perfect spot for weddings with all of the trimmings!

 

Looking for a unique way to pop the question? At Discovery Cove at SeaWorld Orlando, playful bottlenose dolphins will be part of the marriage proposal, delivering the ring to the special someone. Champagne, roses and a waterside cabana may be included in the package. Couples looking for a romantic beachfront wedding may select from beautiful beaches surrounding tropical lagoons. For information call 1-800-403-7406 or go to www.discoverycove.com

 

Wedding locations are as endless as the world-famous attractions and entertainment located within the International Drive Resort Area. From an elegant wedding with all the trimmings in a Mediterranean seaside setting at the Portofino Bay Hotel to themed weddings set against a tropical background, wedding planners are available to see to every detail of the memorable day.

 

The Renaissance Orlando Resort at SeaWorld makes every bride’s dream come true with its storybook weddings. Picture-perfect settings through out the lush resort include a Venetian aviary with lush tropical birds and a waterfall…the bride arrives by glass elevator! Or you may select a gazebo set among magnolia trees. A certified wedding planner takes care of every detail from the location to the reception to the honeymoon.

 

Relive the beauty and romance of Titanic, the blockbuster motion picture, at Titanic - The Experience, with wedding vows on the majestic Grand Staircase. The only permanent full-scale replica of its kind, the Grand Staircase provides an elaborate and spectacular backdrop.

 

For a dream wedding in a storybook castle, The Doubletree Castle Hotel storybook castle is the perfect setting for a wedding fit for royalty! Towering spires, rooftop gardens, dancing fountains and richly appointed ballrooms providing unique wedding settings with impeccable service that turns fantasies into reality…from glass slipper place cards to a wedding cake topped by a white chocolate castle!

 

If heading to a real wedding chapel for a simple exchange of vows, is more your style, Royal Wedding Chapel provides candlelight weddings with a variety of package options.

 

Other great locations include The Embassy Suites Hotel International Drive South with its tropical atrium with streams, rock formations, trees and waterfalls. Well-known for its destination weddings, The Wyndham Orlando Resort is a tropical fantasyland in the heart of the world's most popular vacation destination. Beautifully landscaped grounds provide a sense of drama, intimacy and romance.

 

For information on obtaining a marriage license, the Orange County Courthouse hours are Monday through Friday, 8 am. to 4:30 p.m., excluding holidays. For more information, call 407-836-2097.

 

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