Sawgrass Marriott Resort, Florida

by Lisa Matte

Fore!! Umm...make that two. It's easy to get carried away when you set your sights on exchanging wedding vows on the green of the renowned 17th hole at the Tournament Players Club at Sawgrass Stadium Course. Known as the most photographed golf hole in the world, the 17th is a par-3 island hole that can make or break even the most accomplished golfers' round. A wedding here is a golfing couple's dream-come-true.

Plan your wedding with the function coordinator at the nearby Sawgrass Marriott Resort. The official TPC hotel is a 4,800-acre resort located in Ponte Vedra, Florida. The 13th hole of the Stadium Course is just across a lagoon adjacent to the swimming pool behind the hotel. Weddings at the 17th hole aren't an every day affair at Sawgrass. In fact, most couples choose to say their "I do's" in a gazebo near the hotel. Still, it's difficult to imagine a more perfect nuptial setting for golfing couples than one of the most well-known greens in the world.

After the ceremony, head back to the Marriott to meet-and-greet your first guests as husband-and-wife where you can continue your golfers' dream wedding theme by hosting your reception in the Island Green Pavilion. Located adjacent to the hotel, the pavilion is an ornate white air-conditioned tent.

For More Information

For more information, call 888/457-GOLF or log onto http://www.marriotthotels.com/JAXSW.

Boston-based travel writer Lisa Matte is a member of the Society of American Travel Writers. Author of City-Smart Boston (Avalon), Lisa's work has appeared in numerous national and regional publications including American Way, Skylights, AAA Journey, Bridal Guide, Coastal Living, Outbound Traveler, and Travel Weekly.