The Reach Key West, Curio Collection by Hilton

tions. We made multiple changes all the way up until the last week and she was very kind and willing to do whatever we wished. The reach itself is a beautiful venue and place to stay. It is clean and convenient and they really do an amazing job at making you feel special. 

he venue itself is stunning with views that made our ceremony feel extra special, and the pricing was fair with no hidden costs. Marina went above and beyond to make sure every detail we asked for actually happened on our big day. Even things that were not part of their "menu" of options, we wanted a specialty drink - they made it. We wanted different hors d'oeuvres, they did it. You could tell they actually cared about us and wanted our wedding to be perfect. Stefan the banquet captain, Lori the sales manager, and Bridget the other event manager all were fabulous as well. We'd book there again in a heartbeat and highly recommend it to any couple looking for a beautiful spot in Key West.

, T.A., couldn't have asked for a more dedicated and professional team to ensure our day was perfect. The venue staff, led by the wonderful Leslie, went above and beyond to keep us informed and prepared with several alternative plans in case the weather interfered with our gazebo wedding. The expertise and seamless coordination between our wedding planner, Brittany from Simply You Weddings, and the venue staff were evident throughout the entire process. It was clear they had worked together before, which made everything run smoothly. Against all odds, the sun made a dramatic appearance at 3:23 PM, a beautiful coincidence given that our wedding date was March 23. The gazebo, located at the end of a boardwalk and featuring classic clear blue Caribbean colors, provided a breathtaking backdrop for our ceremony. One of the highlights was our stunning sand sculpture, crafted by the talented artists from Just Sand and Water. The sculpture was a huge hit on social media, capturing our vision perfectly. The artist even matched the graphic elements from our wedding invitations without us asking, a touch that made the day even more special. Following the ceremony at the picturesque gazebo, we moved to the rooftop Caribe Terris for a delightful cocktail hour. Our guests were treated to champagne and a selection of elevated hors d'oeuvres, including Charred Watermelon, Greek Skewers, Key West Conch Fritters, and Mini Crab Cakes. Chef was incredibly accommodating during our tasting, making modifications to the Red Snapper that delighted our guests, many of whom had never tried it before. To ensure smooth service, we hired an extra bartender, and the team was exceptional, bringing drinks to us as we mingled with our guests. The dinner in the ballroom was beautifully decorated, seamlessly blending our handmade lanterns with the venue's elegant decor. The venue also generously offered a 10% discount for our guests' accommodations. The only hiccup was with the mandatory in-house lighting and sound team. Unfortunately, they charged us for setup and breakdown of carnival lights, even though they remained up for our entire stay. They had the lights up when there was no wedding during our initial visit or food tasting, making the charges even more frustrating. They also damaged our custom star lanterns by using scotch tape to attach them to their lights and charged an exorbitant fee for a brief use of a TV. Despite this, the overall experience was overwhelmingly positive. On a brighter note, there were zero audio hiccups, and the team worked seamlessly with our wedding band, The Leafy Greens Band, a talented husband and wife duo. Three months on, our family and friends are still raving about our wedding. We couldn't have been happier with Simply You Weddings, who we chose for their ease of communication and LGBTQ+ representation on their website. Brittany expertly navigated the weather-related challenges, ensuring our day was as perfect as we dreamed. Our flowers, arranged by the talented team at [Foraged Living](https://www.foragedliving.com/), exceeded all our expectations. The beauty of the arrangements added a special touch to our celebration. Filda Konec Photography captured every picturesque moment, and we couldn't be happier.