REN & HILARY
got married and it’s time to celebrate!
DATE + TIME
April 25, 2020 - 7 to 11 PM
VENUE
We selected the historic Don CeSar, the Pink Palace perched on the shores of the picturesque Gulf of Mexico, to be the venue for our sunset celebration. We want you to experience the finest St. Pete has to offer, and we’re sure this is it!
VENUE HISTORY
On January 16, 1928, The Don CeSar opened its doors and F. Scott Fitzgerald, Al Capone, Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig, and several US Presidents strolled in. The Don served as housing for The Yankees during the Great Depression and was converted into military hospital during WWII. The views of the Gulf are breathtaking and we will have a splendid vista to enjoy the colorful sunset from our private terrace.
“The Pink Palace exemplifies the grandness of America’s classic beach resorts and is the only historic hotel on Florida’s Gulf Coast.”
WHAT TO EXPECT
We’re steering away from traditional wedding motifs. We’re going to be married privately in advance of the event. Expect live entertainment, live music, an exceptional DJ, amazing food and plentiful drink.
ATTIRE
Come dressed in garden party attire (summer suits and summer dresses), but please comfortable enough to shake your tail feathers, enjoy a stroll on the beach, or wander around the expansive grounds of this fantastic location.
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Click the “+” to expand each section to learn more. If you’re coming from out of town, book your overnight accommodations sooner than later, as this is a popular spot and a popular time and we don’t want you to get shut out.
+ PLACES TO STAY
DON CESAR
3400 Gulf Boulevard
St. Pete Beach, Florida
727-360-1881
Click HERE for discounted rooms or use code CHARLES - available on limited basis
(0.4 miles from wedding venue)
HOTEL ZAMORA
3701 Gulf Boulevard
St. Pete Beach, Florida
727-456-8900
(0.8 miles from wedding venue)
BAY PALM WATERFRONT RESORT
4237 Gulf Boulevard
St. Pete Beach, Florida
727-367-2791
(1.8 miles from wedding venue)
TRADEWINDS ISLAND GRAND RESORT
5500 Gulf Boulevard
St. Pete Beach, Florida
800-249-1667
(2.1 miles from wedding venue)
POSTCARD INN ON THE BEACH
6300 Gulf Boulevard
St. Pete Beach, Florida
727-367-2711
(8 miles from wedding venue)
KENWOOD GABLES B&B
2801 7th Avenue North
St. Petersburg, Florida
727-289-1199
AIRBNB & VRBO - check out both of these sites to find privately owned homes, condos and cottages for rent.
+ THINGS TO DO
THE DALI (Salvador Dalí Museum) - 1 Dalí Boulevard
FLORIDA HOLOCAUST MUSEUM - 55 5th Street South
MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS - 255 Beach Drive Northeast
THE JAMES MUSEUM OF WESTERN & WILDLIFE ART - 150 Central Avenue
CHIHULY COLLECTION - 720 Central Avenue
SUNKEN GARDENS - 1825 4th Street North
EGMONT KEY NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE @ Egmont Key State Park
FLORIDA CRAFTART - 501 Central Avenue
SHOPPING DISTRICT - All of Central Avenue
+ BEST FOOD IN TOWN
THE CHATTAWAY - 358 22nd Avenue South - best joint for burgers, fish & chips with quaint old Florida ambiance.
BODEGA ON CENTRAL - 1120 Central Avenue - best Cuban in town, bar none (outdoor dining only).
OLD SOUTHEAST MARKET - 1700 3rd Street South - cute market with the best poke bowls.
CASSIS ST. PETE - 170 Beach Drive Northeast - French brasserie? Oui oui! Beautiful indoor & outdoor dining.
RED MESA - 4912 4th Street North - authentic Mexican? No problem!
FIRST WATCH - 1345 4th Street North - delicious, diverse breakfast menu (indoor/outdoor; gets busy).
ROOM 901 - 901 1st Avenue South - super cool bar, super cool drinks.
TRIPS DINER - 2339 Dr. MLK Jr Street North - best greasy spoon.
LOLITA'S WINE MARKET - 16 18th Street South - adorable wine and charcuterie bar.
SOPHIA'S CUCINA + ENOTECA - 2363 Central Avenue - traditional Italian with a modern twist.
BABA - 2701 Central Avenue - Mediterranean done well.
TROPHY FISH - 2060 Central Avenue - upscale, open-air bar with great fresh catch specials.
+ BEST LOCAL BEACHES
FORT DESOTO - 3500 Pinellas Bayway South ($5 entrance fee) - huge beach with few people.
PASS-A-GRILLE - Gulf Way, St. Pete Beach - gorgeous and conveniently located in front of the Don CeSar.
UPHAM BEACH PARK - 6850 Beach Plaza, St. Pete Beach - easy access, not over populated.
SUNSET BEACH - 9000 W. Gulf Boulevard, Treasure Island - another hidden gem with a large bar and live music.
