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The first recorded wedding in St . Augustine is dated Jan . 24 , 1594 . The groom was Gabriel Hernandez , and the bride ’ s name was Catalina de Valdes .

Although their happiness on that day was undoubtedly remembered for the rest of their lives , it would have been even more special if they had known they were the first of thousands of couples who would begin their lives together in the Ancient City . And who could blame them for choosing this town as the setting for their happiest day ?

For centuries , it has been irresistible to wedding couples . The shining sea , fresh breezes , horse-drawn carriages bedecked in colorful flowers , sunshine washing over architecture that speaks of European

elegance , church bells announcing the first hour of matrimony , even an actual Spanish castle — together , they offer an unmatched setting for taking the first step on the path to marital bliss .

Today , from the elegant resorts of Ponte Vedra Beach to the magic of Marineland Dolphin Adventure , local professionals offer services that ensure all of the elements of a perfect wedding are seamlessly combined to create a day that will be forever vibrant in the memories of the happy couple , their families and friends .

Planners , photographers , florists , caterers and many other specialists combine their skills to make fairy-tale weddings an everyday reality on Florida ’ s Historic Coast .

A1A Ale Works

1 King St ., Ste . 101 , St . Augustine , FL 32084 904.829.2977 www . a1aaleworks . com A1A Ale Works Banquet and Catering Services offers two beautiful private dining rooms both of which are located in the heart of the historic district in downtown St . Augustine . A1A Ale Works Catering is St . Augustine ’ s Off Premise Catering Specialist offering full service off premise catering for any event at any location .

Blue Water Jewelers

500 Anastasia Blvd ., St . Augustine FL 32080 904.829.5855 www . bluewater-jewelers . com Blue Water Jewelers has been serving the St . Augustine community with affordable prices and unique jewelry design since 2006 . It is our mission to provide fine quality jewelry and the best possible service to everyone . We are a family owned operation , and we are known for offering the world ’ s most beautiful cut diamonds directly from the diamond capital of the world in Antwerp , Belgium . Blue Water Jewelers is also a proud partner with Breitling Watches and Forevermark Diamonds .

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