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Tie the First Knot at Sea: An Intimate Arbor Knot Ceremony Aboard a Luxury Yacht in St. Augustine
A two‑hour private wedding package aboard a luxury sailing yacht in St. Augustine that bundles a planner consultation, ceremony service, florist accents, cake, sparkling wine and a professional photographer.
Tie the First Knot at Sea: An Intimate Arbor Knot Ceremony Aboard a Luxury Yacht in St. Augustine.
The Arbor Knot Ceremony is a relaxed, intimate wedding delivered aboard a luxury sailing yacht out of St. Augustine. Designed for just the couple or a handful of close family and friends, the package wraps the essentials—officiant, floral accents, a cake and a two‑hour photographer session—into a maritime setting with choices of backdrop that include the Marina, the Historic St. Augustine Bayfront, the Lighthouse or open water.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Private Yacht, St. Augustine Backdrops
Ceremonies take place aboard a luxury sailing yacht with a choice of picture‑book backdrops—Marina, Historic St. Augustine Bayfront, the Lighthouse, or the open water—so you can exchange vows framed by whatever shoreline view you prefer.
An Intimate, Two‑Hour Celebration
The Arbor Knot package is built for small, focused ceremonies—time aboard the yacht is two hours and the experience is tailored for the bride and groom and up to a few close guests, keeping the mood personal and unhurried.
Planner, Photographer, Flowers and Cake
The package includes an onsite planning consultation, an officiant, a small bouquet and boutonniere, Arbor standard faux floral decorations for the vessel, wedding cake and sparkling wine for up to 10 guests, plus a two‑hour photographer session delivering 70 edited images.
What the day feels like
What the Ceremony Feels Like
You meet with the event planner for an onsite consultation, then board the yacht for a short, two‑hour ceremony window designed around an intimate group. The officiant conducts the service while the yacht holds position at the backdrop you selected; flowers, cake and sparkling wine are served and a professional photographer captures a two‑hour “Sailor Dream Session” with 70 edited images to preserve the day.
THE SETTING
Private Yacht, St. Augustine Backdrops
Ceremonies take place aboard a luxury sailing yacht with a choice of picture‑book backdrops—Marina, Historic St. Augustine Bayfront, the Lighthouse, or the open water—so you can exchange vows framed by whatever shoreline view you prefer.
THE MOMENT
An Intimate, Two‑Hour Celebration
The Arbor Knot package is built for small, focused ceremonies—time aboard the yacht is two hours and the experience is tailored for the bride and groom and up to a few close guests, keeping the mood personal and unhurried.
THE INCLUSIONS
Planner, Photographer, Flowers and Cake
The package includes an onsite planning consultation, an officiant, a small bouquet and boutonniere, Arbor standard faux floral decorations for the vessel, wedding cake and sparkling wine for up to 10 guests, plus a two‑hour photographer session delivering 70 edited images.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this ceremony suits—and who should consider alternatives.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The Arbor Knot package provides two hours aboard the sailing yacht.
Includes an onsite planner consultation, officiant, small bouquet and boutonniere, Arbor standard faux floral decorations for the boat, wedding cake and sparkling wine for up to 10 guests, and a two‑hour photographer session with 70 edited images.
The package accommodates up to a total of 10 guests, including the bride and groom; coordinate details and backdrop choice with the operator during the consultation.
Inclement weather options are available; restrictions apply—confirm contingency plans with the operator when booking.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How many guests can attend the Arbor Knot Ceremony?
The package accommodates a total of up to 10 guests, including the bride and groom.
How long is the ceremony package aboard the yacht?
The Arbor Knot package provides two hours aboard the sailing yacht.
What is included in the Arbor Knot package?
The package includes an onsite planning consultation, the officiant, a small bouquet and boutonniere, Arbor standard faux floral decorations for the boat, wedding cake and sparkling wine for up to 10 guests, and a two‑hour photographer session that delivers 70 edited images.
Where can the ceremony take place?
Ceremonies are held aboard the yacht with a choice of backdrops such as the Marina, the Historic St. Augustine Bayfront, the Lighthouse, or out on the open water.
What happens if the weather turns bad?
Inclement weather options are available; restrictions apply and should be discussed with the operator when planning the ceremony.
Is photography part of the package?
Yes: the Sailor Dream Session is a two‑hour photographer session included with the package and yields 70 edited images.