PLAN YOUR SUNSHINE COAST WEDDING
10 Reasons To Get Married On The Sunshine Coast
The Sunshine Coast is a well-known destination for romantic couples from around Australia & the world. In fact, thousands of couples tie the knot on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland, each year. The sub-tropical climate, the laid-back lifestyle, and the destination itself are just some of the many reasons why getting married on the Sunshine Coast appeals to newly engaged couples’ planning their ‘biggest day’.
Be it an intimate beach wedding ceremony with your toes in the sand, a country-style wedding with the Glasshouse Mountains as your backdrop or a special ceremony in one of the beautiful wedding chapels with your nearest and dearest, the Sunshine Coast has you covered with many options on offer. Be ready to fall in love and say ‘I do’ in one of the most romantic places in Australia.
Here are my top reasons to plan your destination wedding to the Sunshine Coast.
The Destination
If you are planning a wedding and can’t decide on whether you want to get married at the beach or in the country, well look no further, the Sunshine Coast is a popular wedding destination for both options. From Caloundra to Noosa and out to the Hinterland, the Sunshine Coast is the perfect destination location for your wedding. In fact, the Sunshine Coast was recently voted the world’s number one most loved tourist destination in the international Tourism Sentiment Index.
2. Amazing Wedding Suppliers.
The Sunshine Coast is one of Australia’s top wedding locations. As a result, it has one of the largest wedding industries in the country with incredible, talented & reliable vendors and suppliers. Planning to get married on the Sunshine Coast couldn’t be easier, whether you’re planning the wedding yourself or go with an experienced wedding planner such as Elope to Sunshine Coast. You can trust your wedding suppliers are experienced and provide couples with everything they need, making your Sunshine Coast wedding unforgettable.
3. The Laid-back Lifestyle – Everyday is a Holiday
Living life on the Sunshine Coast is a dream for a lot of people. Sure, everyone works. Well, most do. But, even though everyone is working there is this underlying attitude that life is not about work. The people enjoying life on the Sunshine Coast understand well that the secret to a happy life is about what you’re doing outside of work. I feel so lucky to have grown up here and get to continue to live and work here. This laid-back lifestyle is then reflected in the many weddings that take place from the beach to the bush, with a carefree, relaxed vibe.
4. The Accommodation
A large percentage of weddings that take place on the Sunshine Coast have couples and their guests traveling from afar & need somewhere to stay while they're celebrating your wedding. Have no fear, there is no lack of accommodation choices for you, your family and friends. Luckily, the Sunshine Coast has accommodation options throughout the region and for every budget. From the family-friendly stays, like Oaks Oasis Resort & Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort, to upmarket resorts like Noosa Springs and Rumba Resort, finding the perfect match for you and your guests is a breeze.
5. The Weather
They don’t call it the Sunshine Coast for no reason. This perfectly located region experiences one of the most ideal climates and highest sunshine levels in the world. No need to pack bulky winter clothes for your travels. Temperatures on the Sunshine Coast are warm nearly all year round with summer temps averaging 17 - 28 degrees Celsius, autumn temps falling between 13 - 25 degrees Celsius. The region’s climate remains steady even into winter months with temperatures ranging between 7 - 22 degrees Celsius & Spring is similarly mild with temperatures reaching between 13 - 25 degrees Celsius. And if you’re wanting to keep dry, July to October is generally has the lowest rainfall averages.
6. So Many Wedding Venue Options To Choose From.
If you decide to get married on the Sunshine Coast, you would be surprised at the multitude of options you have to choose from for your wedding venue. From a quiet secluded beach to getting married at one of our many resorts such as Oaks Oasis Caloundra, Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort, Noosa Springs or Surfair that offer all-in-one location wedding options. We are also known to have unique and beautiful wedding chapels in the Hinterland, such as Annabella the Wedding Chapel and Tiffany’s Maleny.
7. Make It Your Wedding, Honeymoon and Holiday All-in-one.
With the busy world we live in, why not make your wedding a triple treat with you and your partner. Imagine enjoying a two-week wedding special where you can have your wedding celebrations, honeymoon, and holiday all rolled into one. The Sunshine Coast has loads of beautiful, natural scenery like Noosa National Park, the iconic Glasshouse Mountains & our stunning beaches that you can explore and enjoy. As well as must-see attractions like Australia Zoo, Eumundi Markets, Night Quarter and more.
8. A Holiday for Your Guests too.
If you want to spend more time with your guests, then just the wedding day celebrations, nothing beats inviting them to the Sunshine Coast. Aside from witnessing your wedding, they will also get a much-needed break from the chaos of their busy lives back at home & your guests will thank you for having the chance to explore this beautiful part of the world.
9. Easy To Get To
Whether it's by road, train or plane, the Sunshine Coast is easy to get to from interstate or overseas. And if you choose an all-in-one venue, your guests would never have to hire transport to get from A to B on your wedding day.
10. Hire a Local Photographer
Ever typed into Google “Wedding Photographers near me”. There are so many incredible wedding photographers from around the world just by Google-ing. It can be an overwhelming process finding the right photographer for you, but it doesn’t have to be. When choosing a wedding photographer start by hiring a local Sunshine Coast wedding photographer, they have all the inside knowledge of the best places to go for your memorable wedding photos.
Choosing a wedding photographer is a truly intimate experience—you are putting trust in someone to capture one of the biggest days of your life. I’ve been lucky to grow up and live on the Sunshine Coast and with over 15+ years of experience as a destination wedding photographer, I can share with you some useful tips which will make the whole process of booking a wedding photographer piece of cake.
From photographers to florists, hair & makeup artists to celebrants, the Sunshine Coast wedding community is not only one of the biggest and best in the country; it’s also very tight-knit. Chances are if you hire a Sunshine Coast wedding photographer, they will provide you with access to some of the best vendors in town to make your dream wedding a reality.
So, if you’ve always dreamt of saying “I do” surrounded by sun kissed beaches or green pastures and rolling hills, a Sunshine Coast wedding is the idyllic choice to transform your fairy tale dream into a breath-taking reality.
There you have it - why would you get married anywhere else after reading this? The Sunshine Coast is the perfect wedding destination for you and your significant other as well as all your guests!
My name’s Lou O’Brien and I’m a Sunshine Coast wedding photographer. I have years of experience, helping couples with their weddings on the Sunshine Coast and I’d love to help you. Contact me today for more info on my wedding photography packages, or referrals to other wonderful wedding vendors here on the Sunshine Coast.