REVIEWS

In 2009 we would celebrate our 20th marriage anniversary. Because of this special occasion, we would like to renew our wedding vow and wanted to celebrate this with our daughters.

We already had decided that the location would be in Florida, combined with our holiday in spring 2010, so we started surfing on the Internet. Lot’s of companies were presented to us; all of them could arrange your wedding in Florida or your wedding/ vow renewal. Which one to choose? And more important; when you’ve made your choice, does that company really exist and will they actually do what’s promised on their site? After all, you’re talking about a lot of money to spend.

So you’re going to look for references and we found the “Florida forum”. Someone on this forum pointed us on www.DestinationWeddingsofFlorida.com  

A few years ago she made use of the services from Destination Weddings of Florida and she was very satisfied by how Sherri arranged everything.

The website from Sherri appealed to us very much because of presentation and possibilities she offered such as location, flowers, ceremony and kind of ceremony. In fact you can choose from many possibilities to make your “day” really your “day”; as to say it “custom made”.

That’s how we met Sherri on the Internet (and we still have contact). Because of our wishes for that special day intense email traffic began and the entire program for that day became “our day” for the four of us, so that’s including our daughters

Once we were in Florida, we arrived sooner than expected at the arranged place, but there was no sign of Sherri and Dave. Did they actually exist? That’s the question we’ve asked ourselves, because the Internet is quite anonymous. Fortunately we met Sherri and Dave at the arranged time and place: we met two very kind and enthusiast people.

The complete ceremony and photography was just what we’ve had in mind; romantic, emotional and very special. That also includes the result of the efforts made that day by Sherri and Dave; we’ve chosen the coffee table book and CD. She also made it possible that we could take the book and CD back home (she fixed it during our stay in Florida).

Sherri and Dave, it’s so easy to say “thank you”. But most important is that you both managed to understand us to make this day for us “our special day” and took special care of our wishes, though it’s your job.

So again; thank you very much, you’re both very kind and friendly people! If you ever need references, let us know!

 

Marion and Marcel   Alphen aan den Rijn, the Netherlands (Europe).

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It’s tricky enough trying to organize a wedding, but when it’s over email and the Atlantic Ocean, you have to just kind of hope for the best!! Throw in 4 child…ren and a fortnight at Disney to the mix and it could have been an incredibly stressful time.

From the first time we spoke to Sherri from Scotland, all our concerns disappeared…we felt we had made the correct decision choosing this company and 5 minutes after meeting Dave and Sherri on their Cocoa Beach chapel and studio, we were supremely confident that they knew exactly what we had in mind and “had it covered”!

A lovelier couple you couldn’t hope to meet and we got the impression our wedding was more than just another day at the office for them. Both seemed genuinely fond of our little family and our specific needs for the day were more than met. In fact they went way beyond our expectations and made our happiest day – truly magical!!

Sherri’s photography is stunning and she effortlessly captured the most natural pics (difficult when a 3 year old and 5 year insist on running into the surf!) we could ever have hoped for. We received our disc with hundreds of photo’s less than a week after the wedding and are truly amazed at how she’s managed to capture the mood of the day, complete with pink clouds; a rainbow and the most beautiful sunset I think we’ve ever seen!

Because we chose a sunset wedding, time was of the essence as it turns dark pretty rapidly but we didn’t feel rushed or under pressure to get them done. Instead everything felt very relaxed and comfortable. We wrote our own vows but left the rest of the ceremony to Dave and Sherri. The service was just perfect. I’d just spent an hour getting my make-up done by the lovely Patti (arranged by Sherri) then cried all the way through Dave’s wonderful ceremony. Thank Goodness it was waterproof mascara! Sherri even included vows from Kevin to the children which was just lovely and so special.

From the flowers to the photography; beach set up to sand ceremony….everything was just perfect. A truly first class service delivered with a smile and genuine happiness for us.

From the second I arrived at the studio, Sherri had steam ironed my bridal gown….something I didn’t expect…..and poured me a mimosa for my nerves! From that moment, I heaved a sigh of relief, we were in good hands!

My husband young son disappeared next door the “Dun Roamin” bridal suite (where we would spend our honeymoon night) and got everything organised for the boys. Then they spent an hour just walking along the sand just seconds from their premises to chill out in preparation for the big event!

Our family will cherish these special moments forever and the only issue we have is choosing our favourite photo’s to have framed. We literally have hundreds to go through!

I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend cocoabeachweddings.com to any couple considering having a private wedding away from all the fuss, it was so easy to organise and so very very personal.

Dave and Sherri will make your day extra special – I just wish we could do it all over again!

 

With love and hugs from Scotland……Suzie and Kevin, Millie, Daisy, Oliver and Poppy x

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Hey you two!

It’s Denise and Stephen here, I hope all is good and business is booming.

I just wanted to say how amazing our wedding day was.  Dave was just perfect and I couldn’t have picked a better person to marry us.  And for our pictures, every time I look at them I remember how great I felt that day.  The pictures are amazing! We will cherish them always.

I remembered you liked the cravats tie, so we sent this black one for Dave to wear for his UK couple weddings.  Enjoy~

If you are ever in Scotland,  please look us up. 

 

Steven and Denise  ~ Scotland

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We would like to thank you and your husband for the wonderful ceremony you performed and the way you treated us. We had no idea how it was going to turn out but you guys made it beyond our expectation, you are truly wonderful people and we thank you. My wife which i love the sound of that, wants to send you a lil something to show our appreciation and gratitude. If you don’t mind emailing me an address.Once again thank you and we will recommend your services to everybody we know. 

Paul & Angela Honaker

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Our pictures are awesome! Everyone says the photos look really good-like a photo shoot. Thanks so much for making our wedding so special. We will never forget you guys. I will refer you every chance I get. I really don’t have too- you advertise yourself just by doing such a great job.” 

Ron & Lynn

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“I just got the CD and the pictures, and everything is so beautiful! I had no idea you could make us look this good ha ha! The cover of the disc is amazing, and the pictures…. I don’t even know how to say it. Thank you and Dave again for being so wonderful and making our wedding so unbelievable! If any of my friends get married, I’ll be sure to send them your way.” 

J  Samantha

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We got the pictures and we just wanted to say you did a fantastic job. The ceremony couldn’t have been more perfect.  Dave, we would like to say thank you. We felt that you did an outstanding job and the words you spoke hit Edna and I right in the heart and soul. You made it sound as if you were talking about us as if you had known us for the entire five years we have been married. Sherri, super super job! The photos were telling our story. You captured Edna and I in a most beautiful way. I can imagine it was hard to choose between the photos because each one you sent was perfect. I can’t say enough how special you made Edna and I feel. We loved everything you and Freddy did for us and we were glad that we got to share our special vow renewal moment with you both. Thank you and God Bless you both and your marriage.”

Dave and Edna, Oh.

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“Thank you so much for taking our wedding photographs. They turned out beautiful. Everyone loves them. We will definitely recommend you to other people.” 

Heidi & Rob Mason

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“Just wanted to write to tell you thank you for the beautiful pictures. We greatly appreciate it & absolutely love & cherish those pictures.”   

Kyle & Jasmine Duke

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“Thank you so much for being there to capture our special day. The photos were beautiful. I’ve received so many compliments about how great your work is. You truly were a joy to work with as well. I feel so lucky to have found you! Thanks again for everything. We’ll never forget!”   ~Courtney & Melissa Huff photography of our wedding day! We absolutely love our photos, and will cherish the special moments they captured forever. Thanks again!”

Holly & Jim

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“Mike & I just wanted to thank you for making our day so special. The pictures that you took were wonderful. I could not ask for anymore. If any one that I know is getting married, I am going to recommend the both of you to them. You guys are down to earth, and kind. I’m so glad that you were my photographer Sherri you are the greatest! The pictures turned out wonderful! Thanks so much for making our day so special.”

Shawn & Mike Lantz

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“Oh my gosh! The pictures are awesome! Jon and I absolutely love them! We can’t wait to share them with our friends & family. You did an awesome job! Thank you! You really captured every wonderful thing about that day. Thank you for being a part of it.” 

Jon & Gina Freeman

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“I just wanted to tell you that I really love the pictures you took of our wedding! You and Dave were absolutely wonderful to work with and did such a great job!”

Dawn & Mike Hyatt

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“Just wanted to write you & thank you both again for making our wedding so enjoyable. We both felt very comfortable and relaxed with you both. The pictures turned out great! We couldn’t be happier with them. We had so much fun; we will highly recommend you both”

Lisa & Tony Vidal

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“We got the pictures yesterday – they are awesome! We are so happy with them and can’t wait to start the process of getting them enlarged & framed. Thank you so much for being there to help us celebrate our special day and being so helpful.”   

Cathy Jo & Greg Coleman

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“I wanted to thank you both for the most perfect wedding we could ever imagine. The pictures are beautiful! The cruise after it was wonderful and everything was just so perfect! Thanks again & we’ll definitely recommend you to anyone.” 

Cheryl & Adam Kirsch

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“Your package arrived this morning. The photos you have printed look fantastic and I have just finished looking through the CD. The photos are amazing! Thank you so much for all your hard work. Next time we come to the states, maybe for an anniversary or something. We’ll give you a shout.” 

Gayle & Dean UK

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Jim & I wanted to let you know that we received the wedding photos, and absolutely loved them! We thought they turned out so great and really captured the day perfectly! All our friends & family who have seen them have commented on how you were able to capture who we are so perfectly! Thanks so much for helping to make this exciting time in our lives so special! We will forever have amazing tangible reminders of just how beautiful & perfect our wedding day was!” 

The Harpers

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“The pictures arrived yesterday. They are Fabulous! Thank you so much for your talent & wonderful service.

  Deb

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We had a great time taking pictures with you. We can’t wait to see them! Sorry for being so impatient! But we are just so excited.”

Kristen & Brandon Pennington

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“Thank you so much for all the beautiful pictures. We love them! There are so many we are having a hard time deciding which ones we want to display.”   

Nicole & Greg WI