Makenzie and Carson
Makenzie and Carson
Travel
Let's go to the beach!
We are so excited to share a weekend of celebration in the place we love with the people we love the most.
We highly encourage renting a house or condominium in WaterColor or Seaside via Vrbo, Airbnb or 360 Blue—especially if you're traveling with a group of family or friends—as the most convenient and cost-effective (and fun!) lodging option. WaterColor and Seaside are both within short walking distance from all of the weekend's festivities. If you stay within the WaterColor community, you automatically receive access to the WaterColor Beach Club, Camp WaterColor, a private beach and a number of other amenities.
The Seagrove Beach and Grayton Beach neighborhoods are also close, but require a very quick drive. For those that are looking for a hotel other than WaterColor Inn & Resort, there are several more affordable options scattered throughout the area.
Please see below for travel recommendations and places to stay as we recommend booking as far in advance as possible. There is no room block, but we have listed many different lodging options below. As hotels are limited in the area, we recommend renting a house. However, we have listed out a few hotels we recommend.
Please do not hesitate to reach out to the Rising or McGurk family with questions regarding where to stay!
Get To Know 30A:
WaterColor:
Our wedding ceremony and reception will be held here.
Seaside:
Directly next to Watercolor and within walking distance, Seaside has plenty of options to rent.
Seagrove:
Walking distance to Watercolor with beautiful rental options for big groups, Seagrove is an old Florida town.
Grayton Beach:
Grayton Beach is a quick five-minute drive to Watercolor and has great rental options.
Miramar Beach/Sandestin:
About sixteen miles west of Watercolor, this area has hotel options.
Getting There
Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport
Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) is located in Panama City, Florida. This is about a forty-five minute drive or Uber ride to the Seaside/Watercolor area.
Dallas: Non-stop flight options from American + Southwest.
Houston: Non-stop flight options from United.
Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport
Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS) is about an hour drive or Uber ride to the Seaside/Watercolor area.
Dallas: Non-stop flight options from American + Southwest
Houston: Non-stop flights from Southwest
Where To Stay
Home Rental
Homeowner's Collection Vacation Rentals
Great options for Seaside stays, including our favorite little boutique hotel: The Court
360 Blue + Other Short Term Rentals
360 Blue: Luxury home rental company for larger homes and groups in Watercolor, Seaside, Seagrove, Miramar, and Grayton Beach.
Below are some other quick links to rental websites:
Hotels
WaterColor Inn
Call to book and mention the Rising-McGurk wedding for 10% off your stay.
The Lodge 30A
Hotel Located in Seagrove, about 3 miles from the venue.
Getting Around 30A
It is important to note that if you are staying in WaterColor or Seaside a car is not necessary. Once you arrive to the town from the AirPort (via Uber etc.), everything is within walking distance (or biking).
Uber and Lyft are limited so we recommend arranging transportation ahead of time. A few options below for taxi and shuttle services:
ElevateLCS: Offering Guests 10% with code May10
Emerald Coast Valet - (850) 499-9008
Lee's 30A Taxi - (850) 532-8305
Sunrise Taxi - (850) 586-5694
Bluewater Shuttle - (850) 258-1221
Sunshine Shuttle - (850) 650-6333