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Towering spruce forests, rugged mountains, and the wide expanse of Sitka Sound create a backdrop worthy of any blockbuster. It’ s the kind of setting that makes guests feel like they’ ve stepped onto a set, no green screen required.
Want that Paxton-family waterfront estate? While the actual house is in Massachusetts, Sitka Travel offers island lodges and rentals that deliver the same sense of luxury and seclusion. At Twin Islands Retreat, for instance, you can even tee off into the Sound, just like Andrew and his father in the movie.
For larger celebrations, Allen Marine Tours offer vessels that double as floating venues, perfect for welcome parties, rehearsal dinners, or transporting guests across Sitka Sound in
true cinematic fashion. If you’ re chasing those dreamy forest scenes, Sitka National Historical Park or the Starrigavin Estuary provide unforgettable backdrops, from towering totems to quiet boardwalks, just make sure to get a photography permit first!
And yes, the real Ramon lives here. The Sitkan who inspired Oscar Nuñez’ s unforgettable character can officiate weddings and also rents homes and vehicles through Ramon Sitka Rentals. During the film’ s development, the writers fell in love with Ramon’ s vibrant personality, helping to shape one of the most memorable roles in the movie. You can catch him almost daily bartending at the Cold Water Bar & Grill or The Galley Restaurant.
For the rest of the details, Sitka has you covered. Florists like Sitka Flowers & The Chocolate Moose and Bev’ s Flowers & Gifts create beautiful arrangements, Our Town Catering and Thai Alaska Kitchen serve elevated food full of local flavor, and WildFlour Café & Bakery and our local grocery stores, AC Lakeside and SeaMart Quality Foods, make desserts that look almost too good for the big screen.
If there’ s a proposal in your future, you can give your wedding a touch of Hollywood sparkle, only this time, it’ s set in the real Sitka.
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Check out the Visit Sitka Meeting Planners Toolkit for details on catering, places to stay, photographers, and all you need for planning your wedding!
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