January 25, 2026 | La Jolla Resort – Islamorada, Florida
Photos by Lisa and Greg Poland Photography
If you are dreaming of a Florida Keys beach wedding, Jennifer and Kyle’s beautiful celebration at La Jolla Resort is the perfect inspiration. Their private destination wedding in Islamorada was filled with vibrant tropical colors, ocean views, and an unforgettable celebration with family and friends.
A Private Florida Keys Wedding Experience
Jennifer and Kyle chose to reserve the entire property at La Jolla Resort, giving them and their guests complete privacy for their destination wedding in the Florida Keys. By booking the houses onsite, their wedding became a full weekend experience where friends and family could relax together, enjoy the oceanfront setting, and celebrate without interruption.
The couple selected our Alligator Reef All-Inclusive Wedding Package, a popular choice for couples planning a stress-free beach wedding in Islamorada. This package allowed them to focus on enjoying the day while our team handled the details.
A Colorful Tropical Beach Ceremony
Jennifer envisioned a vibrant tropical look featuring purple, orange, pink, and lush greenery, creating the perfect Florida Keys wedding color palette.
Their ceremony setup featured a birch wood arbor with flowing fabric, placed right along the waterfront. To enhance the design, Jennifer added custom tropical florals to the arbor for an additional upgrade, giving the ceremony space a bold and romantic look.
Our officiant led the couple through a beautiful Fisherman’s Knot unity ceremony, a meaningful tradition symbolizing strength and unity in marriage—perfect for a seaside wedding in the Florida Keys.
Guests were seated in bamboo ceremony chairs, while the aisle was decorated with tropical greenery and beach-inspired accents that blended naturally with the oceanfront surroundings.
Elegant Reception Under the Stars
After the ceremony, guests transitioned to the reception area where Jennifer and Kyle created a relaxed yet elegant tropical atmosphere.
Their reception design included:
Round dinner tables with white linens
Silver lantern centerpieces
Tropical palm greenery accents
Square bamboo chargers
Teal votive candle holders
The combination of bamboo textures, candlelight, and tropical greenery perfectly complemented the natural beauty of an Islamorada waterfront wedding reception.
A Delicious Tropical Wedding Dinner
Jennifer and Kyle selected a fun and flavorful tropical wedding menu, perfect for a destination celebration in the Florida Keys. Their dinner featured:
Taco Station
Beef and Chicken Tacos
Seafood Paella
Sides
Pineapple Rice
House Salad
Guests loved the relaxed dining experience, which kept the evening festive and social.
Signature Wedding Cocktail
No Florida Keys wedding reception is complete without a tropical signature drink. Jennifer and Kyle served the refreshing Surf Liner, crafted by our wonderful bartender Conner.
Surf Liner Cocktail
2 oz Whiskey
1 oz Pineapple Juice
¾ oz Lemon Juice
½ oz Orgeat
This tropical cocktail was the perfect way for guests to toast the newlyweds while enjoying the warm ocean breeze.
Dancing the Night Away
Instead of a traditional wedding cake, the bride brought in her own dessert for guests to enjoy. After dinner and drinks, everyone hit the dance floor and celebrated late into the evening under the stars.
Jennifer and Kyle’s wedding was a perfect example of how a Florida Keys destination wedding can be both elegant and relaxed—filled with tropical color, amazing food, great music, and unforgettable moments with loved ones.
Planning Your Own Florida Keys Wedding
If you are dreaming of a private beach wedding in Islamorada, an all-inclusive Florida Keys wedding package, or a destination wedding with oceanfront views, our team would love to help you plan the perfect celebration.
From ceremony design and décor to catering, bartending, and coordination, we make it easy to plan a stress-free tropical wedding in the Florida Keys.
Start planning your dream wedding in paradise today. 
