Jul 11 2008
Gay and Lesbian Weddings - Saying “I Do” in San Diego, California
The way has been cleared for gay and lesbian couples to begin ,“tying the knot,” since the California Supreme Court struck down the same sex marriage ban in May 2008. It is expected that tens of thousands of same sex couples will be married this year in California. Massachusetts, the only other state to recognize same sex marriage, has a residency requirement, which California does not - meaning that not only will Californians seize this opportunity, but also countless gay couples from out of state will be coming to California to join in matrimony. A ballot issue regarding same sex marriage is to be voted on this fall; therefore, the summer will most likely be the time for many couples to wed.
Mayor Jerry Sanders has openly supported gay and lesbian marriage, and with San Diego already a top vacation destination, an expected influx of weddings in town are going to be a boom for various wedding-related businesses, pumping much needed money into the local economy.
In addition to traditional wedding venues, many couples prefer to make their special day even more memorable by creating a one-of-a-kind ceremony in unique locations, such as beaches, gardens, or perhaps even on a yacht, cruising San Diego Bay. Weddings aboard a yacht offer couples and their guests a personal, customized event with an unparalleled backdrop. For example, imagine saying “I do” while the sun sets, and the lights of the city begin to twinkle, creating that magical sparkle on both the water and the buildings of San Diego’s beautiful skyline. Yacht weddings can range from the small and intimate, to large and festive … and the captain of the vessel can even perform the ceremony.
Various wedding extras such as catering, music, photography etc., can of course also be provided.
Love is in the air - especially in San Diego.