{"id":271,"date":"2022-05-27T12:34:43","date_gmt":"2022-05-27T12:34:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/opalcollection-staging.azds.com\/opal-grand\/?page_id=271"},"modified":"2023-12-20T13:56:07","modified_gmt":"2023-12-20T18:56:07","slug":"weddings","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/opalcollection-staging.azds.com\/zota\/gather\/weddings\/","title":{"rendered":"Weddings"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"hero hero--slider\" id=\"hero-block_26a52b1e6e52889f5bd9f725d84af28a\">\n    <div class=\"hero__container swiper\">\n    <div class=\"hero__swiper-wrapper swiper-wrapper\">\n                    <div class=\"hero__slide hero__overlay swiper-slide\">\n                                    <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" src=\"https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/11\/07144557\/wedding-hero-1920x1280.jpeg\" class=\"hero__image\" alt=\"wedding couple on the beach\" 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   \n                <div class=\"hero__caption hero__caption--bottom c-appeared\">\n                        <h1 class=\"hero__text-level-2\">Bring Your Dream Wedding To Life On The Gulf<\/h1>\n            \n            <h2 class=\"hero__text-level-1\">WEDDINGS<\/h2>\n    \n    <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n    <div class=\"sticky-menu js-sticky-inline-menu sticky-menu--bg-#D1E8DF\">\n        <nav class=\"sticky-menu__nav sticky-menu__nav--with-nav d-none d-lg-inline-block\">\n                            <div class=\"sticky-menu__desktop-wrap d-flex d-nowrap align-items-center\">\n                    <div class=\"sticky-menu__desktop-dropdown-nav\">\n                        <button class=\"sticky-menu__desktop-dropdown-current js-open-sticky-nav\" type=\"button\" role=\"button\">Weddings<\/button>\n                            <ul class=\"sticky-menu__desktop-dropdown js-sticky-nav-dropdown\">\n                                               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data-bs-target=\"#Planning\"  class=\"sticky-menu__link js-sticky-menu-link list-group-item list-group-item-action\">Planning<\/a>\n                            <\/li>\n                                                    <li class=\"sticky-menu__mobile-item\">\n                                <a href=\"#Inspiration\"  data-bs-target=\"#Inspiration\"  class=\"sticky-menu__link js-sticky-menu-link list-group-item list-group-item-action\">Inspiration<\/a>\n                            <\/li>\n                                                    <li class=\"sticky-menu__mobile-item\">\n                                <a href=\"#Details\"  data-bs-target=\"#Details\"  class=\"sticky-menu__link js-sticky-menu-link list-group-item list-group-item-action\">Details<\/a>\n                            <\/li>\n                                            <\/ul>\n                <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" 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                  <div class=\"image-and-text__paragraph c-text\">\n                                                        <p>Whether you want to recite your vows while barefoot on our private beach, dance the night away in the magical Zara Zota Ballroom, or party under the stars on our gulf-side event lawn, our enchanting indoor and outdoor venues offer the flexibility to bring your vision to life. Best of all, you&#8217;ll enjoy the expertise of our wedding specialists, who are ready to craft specialized menus to your unique specifications, arrange room blocks for your out-of-town guests, and ensure every detail of your wedding day is picture-perfect.<\/p>\n\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                                                                                                                \n                                                                                                                                                                                                        <div class=\"image-and-text__actions image-and-text__actions--under\">\n                                                                                                                                                                    \n    \n                \n    <a\n        class=\"c-link c-link--underline c-link--uppercase  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type=\"button\" role=\"button\" class=\"c-arrow itinerary-carousel__nav itinerary-carousel__nav--prev\" aria-label=\"Previous slide\"><span><\/span><\/button>\n            <div class=\"swiper-container itinerary-carousel__swiper-container\">\n                <div class=\"swiper-wrapper\">\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide\">\n                            <div class=\"itinerary-carousel__name\">THURSDAY<\/div>\n                                                            <div class=\"itinerary-carousel__item\">\n                                    <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"570\" height=\"380\" src=\"https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20131914\/wedding-570x380.jpeg\" class=\"itinerary-carousel__image\" alt=\"couple holding champagne on the balcony\" srcset=\"https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20131914\/wedding-570x380.jpeg 570w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20131914\/wedding-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20131914\/wedding-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20131914\/wedding-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20131914\/wedding-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20131914\/wedding-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20131914\/wedding-1920x1280.jpeg 1920w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20131914\/wedding-320x213.jpeg 320w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 570px) 100vw, 570px\" \/>\n                                                                            <div class=\"itinerary-carousel__headline\">Thursday Afternoon<\/div>\n                                    \n                                                                            <h3 class=\"itinerary-carousel__title fs-5\">Arriving at Your Beachfront Escape <\/h3>\n                                    \n                                                                            <div class=\"itinerary-carousel__desc\"><p>Crossing the John Ringling Causeway from Sarasota to the 12-mile barrier island of Longboat Key, time starts to melt away. You\u2019re on island time now, which means you can rest and relax before the celebration to come. Once settled into your beachfront-view, one-bedroom suite in the Escalera Tower\u2014pausing to enjoy the Gulf breezes on your private balcony.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                                                                    <\/div>\n                                                            <div class=\"itinerary-carousel__item\">\n                                    <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"570\" height=\"380\" src=\"https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20132118\/wedding2-570x380.jpeg\" class=\"itinerary-carousel__image\" alt=\"couple eating at viento bar\" srcset=\"https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20132118\/wedding2-570x380.jpeg 570w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20132118\/wedding2-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20132118\/wedding2-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20132118\/wedding2-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20132118\/wedding2-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20132118\/wedding2-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20132118\/wedding2-1920x1280.jpeg 1920w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20132118\/wedding2-320x213.jpeg 320w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 570px) 100vw, 570px\" \/>\n                                                                            <div class=\"itinerary-carousel__headline\">Thursday Evening<\/div>\n                                    \n                                                                            <h3 class=\"itinerary-carousel__title fs-5\">Waterfront Dinner<\/h3>\n                                    \n                                                                            <div class=\"itinerary-carousel__desc\"><p>It\u2019s time to toast to forever at Viento Kitchen + Bar, the resort\u2019s wine-focused hideaway. Enjoy \u201cFloribbean\u201d fare, full of Caribbean flavors and Mediterranean influences, such as crab cakes with mango chutney or house-pulled mozzarella with fresh heirloom tomatoes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                                                                    <\/div>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide\">\n                            <div class=\"itinerary-carousel__name\">FRIDAY<\/div>\n                                                            <div class=\"itinerary-carousel__item\">\n                                    <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"570\" height=\"302\" src=\"https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20104305\/lounge-scaled-e1703090931124-570x302.jpeg\" class=\"itinerary-carousel__image\" alt=\"couple eating and drinking in the cabana\" srcset=\"https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20104305\/lounge-scaled-e1703090931124-570x302.jpeg 570w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20104305\/lounge-scaled-e1703090931124-300x159.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20104305\/lounge-scaled-e1703090931124-1024x542.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20104305\/lounge-scaled-e1703090931124-768x407.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20104305\/lounge-scaled-e1703090931124-1536x813.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20104305\/lounge-scaled-e1703090931124-2048x1084.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20104305\/lounge-scaled-e1703090931124-1920x1016.jpeg 1920w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20104305\/lounge-scaled-e1703090931124-320x169.jpeg 320w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 570px) 100vw, 570px\" \/>\n                                                                            <div class=\"itinerary-carousel__headline\">Friday Morning<\/div>\n                                    \n                                                                            <h3 class=\"itinerary-carousel__title fs-5\">Relaxing Poolside <\/h3>\n                                    \n                                                                            <div class=\"itinerary-carousel__desc\"><p>The name Zota comes from a Native American word meaning \u201cblue waters,\u201d and that\u2019s exactly what you\u2019ll find at the resort\u2019s infinity-edge pool and sparkling white-sand beach. Make the most of it all by reserving a poolside cabana complete with a refrigerator, flat-screen TV, towels, water, and food-and-beverage service. Sip a spicy chile margarita, and nibble on jumbo Gulf shrimp with cucumber gazpacho between dips in the pool and leisurely walks along the shore.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                                                                    <\/div>\n                                                            <div class=\"itinerary-carousel__item\">\n                                    <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"570\" height=\"380\" src=\"https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20132712\/wedding3-570x380.jpeg\" class=\"itinerary-carousel__image\" alt=\"couple walking hand in hand through zota beach resort\" srcset=\"https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20132712\/wedding3-570x380.jpeg 570w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20132712\/wedding3-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20132712\/wedding3-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20132712\/wedding3-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20132712\/wedding3-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20132712\/wedding3-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20132712\/wedding3-1920x1280.jpeg 1920w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20132712\/wedding3-320x213.jpeg 320w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 570px) 100vw, 570px\" \/>\n                                                                            <div class=\"itinerary-carousel__headline\">Friday Afternoon into Evening<\/div>\n                                    \n                                                                            <h3 class=\"itinerary-carousel__title fs-5\">Rehearsal Dinner and Welcome Reception <\/h3>\n                                    \n                                                                            <div class=\"itinerary-carousel__desc\"><p>You\u2019re rested and refreshed\u2014now it\u2019s time to greet your nearest and dearest. After a brief ceremony rehearsal down on the beach, settle in for a night to remember under the resort\u2019s lush sea grape tree, which is a species that thrives in coastal Florida\u2019s loamy soil. Tucked between the lapping waves and chic pool deck, this magical space can host a seated dinner for 60 or a cocktail reception for 100.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                                                                    <\/div>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide\">\n                            <div class=\"itinerary-carousel__name\">SATURDAY<\/div>\n                                                            <div class=\"itinerary-carousel__item\">\n                                    <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"570\" height=\"528\" src=\"https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20133828\/wedding4-570x528.jpeg\" class=\"itinerary-carousel__image\" alt=\"man paddleboarding\" srcset=\"https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20133828\/wedding4-570x528.jpeg 570w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20133828\/wedding4-300x278.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20133828\/wedding4-1024x948.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20133828\/wedding4-768x711.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20133828\/wedding4-1536x1422.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20133828\/wedding4-2048x1896.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20133828\/wedding4-1920x1777.jpeg 1920w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20133828\/wedding4-320x296.jpeg 320w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 570px) 100vw, 570px\" \/>\n                                                                            <div class=\"itinerary-carousel__headline\">Saturday Morning<\/div>\n                                    \n                                                                            <h3 class=\"itinerary-carousel__title fs-5\">Preparing for \u2018I Do\u2019<\/h3>\n                                    \n                                                                            <div class=\"itinerary-carousel__desc\"><p>You\u2019re preparing for the greatest adventure of your life, so why not set the tone for the day with a little seaside adventure? Gather your girls and guys, and let off some steam by kayaking through the mangroves and lagoons on the southeast side of the island, or rent paddleboards and explore the shallows along the resort\u2019s beachfront. Lunch awaits in a poolside lounger, brought to you by the folks at Cascades Pool Bar. While you\u2019re getting ready in your suite, your guests can relax poolside or beachside, or head inland to explore St. Armands Circle and the new (and impressive!) Sarasota Art Museum.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                                                                    <\/div>\n                                                            <div class=\"itinerary-carousel__item\">\n                                    <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"570\" height=\"380\" src=\"https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20134138\/firstlook-570x380.jpg\" class=\"itinerary-carousel__image\" alt=\"wedding couple doing the first look\" srcset=\"https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20134138\/firstlook-570x380.jpg 570w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20134138\/firstlook-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20134138\/firstlook-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20134138\/firstlook-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20134138\/firstlook-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20134138\/firstlook-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20134138\/firstlook-1920x1280.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20134138\/firstlook-320x213.jpg 320w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 570px) 100vw, 570px\" \/>\n                                                                            <div class=\"itinerary-carousel__headline\">Saturday Afternoon<\/div>\n                                    \n                                                                            <h3 class=\"itinerary-carousel__title fs-5\">First Look, Ceremony, and Cocktail Hour <\/h3>\n                                    \n                                                                            <div class=\"itinerary-carousel__desc\"><p>The moment has arrived, and we\u2019ve got the perfect spot for you to set eyes on your spouse-to-be: the alfresco terrace at Viento Kitchen + Bar. Share a blissful moment together and then reunite on the sand, where you\u2019ll say your vows with the glittering Gulf as the backdrop. Then, it\u2019s back to the terrace for a festive cocktail hour that\u2019s served with a side of one of our legendary Longboat Key sunsets\u2014the perfect start to your happily ever after.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                                                                    <\/div>\n                                                            <div class=\"itinerary-carousel__item\">\n                                    <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"570\" height=\"855\" src=\"https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20134641\/wedding5-570x855.jpeg\" class=\"itinerary-carousel__image\" alt=\"wedding party posing for photos\" srcset=\"https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20134641\/wedding5-570x855.jpeg 570w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20134641\/wedding5-200x300.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20134641\/wedding5-683x1024.jpeg 683w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20134641\/wedding5-768x1152.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20134641\/wedding5-1024x1536.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20134641\/wedding5-1365x2048.jpeg 1365w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20134641\/wedding5-1920x2880.jpeg 1920w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20134641\/wedding5-320x480.jpeg 320w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20134641\/wedding5-scaled.jpeg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 570px) 100vw, 570px\" \/>\n                                                                            <div class=\"itinerary-carousel__headline\">Saturday Night<\/div>\n                                    \n                                                                            <h3 class=\"itinerary-carousel__title fs-5\">Dinner &amp; Dancing<\/h3>\n                                    \n                                                                            <div class=\"itinerary-carousel__desc\"><p>As the sun sinks below the horizon, it\u2019s time to head indoors to the stunning Zara Zota Ballroom for dinner, dancing, and delight. The ballroom\u2019s neutral colors, soaring ceilings, and sculptural chandeliers provide the perfect blank canvas for your dream-come-true reception. Savor local seafood\u2014crab-stuffed grouper, perhaps\u2014or delicious steak, then dance the night away with your loved ones. Should you prefer to spend your first night as a married couple with your toes in the sand, the Sunset Sand Garden beckons, and you can instead retreat to the ballroom for a convivial after-party.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                                                                    <\/div>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"swiper-slide\">\n                            <div class=\"itinerary-carousel__name\">SUNDAY<\/div>\n                                                            <div class=\"itinerary-carousel__item\">\n                                    <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"570\" height=\"380\" src=\"https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20135410\/breakfast-570x380.jpeg\" class=\"itinerary-carousel__image\" alt=\"breakfast plate\" srcset=\"https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20135410\/breakfast-570x380.jpeg 570w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20135410\/breakfast-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20135410\/breakfast-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20135410\/breakfast-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20135410\/breakfast-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20135410\/breakfast-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20135410\/breakfast-1920x1280.jpeg 1920w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20135410\/breakfast-320x213.jpeg 320w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 570px) 100vw, 570px\" \/>\n                                                                            <div class=\"itinerary-carousel__headline\">Sunday Morning<\/div>\n                                    \n                                                                            <h3 class=\"itinerary-carousel__title fs-5\">Brunch and Beach<\/h3>\n                                    \n                                                                            <div class=\"itinerary-carousel__desc\"><p>Just because the big day is over doesn\u2019t mean the celebration has to end. Keep the magic going for you and your guests with a festive brunch, held on the breathtaking terrace at Viento Kitchen + Bar. Then, invite your loved ones to unwind together beachside or poolside in the resort\u2019s lush cabanas. The pressure\u2019s off\u2014now you just get to soak it all in.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                                                                    <\/div>\n                                                            <div class=\"itinerary-carousel__item\">\n                                    <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"570\" height=\"372\" src=\"https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20135554\/wedding6-570x372.jpeg\" class=\"itinerary-carousel__image\" alt=\"woman in a hammock on the beach with a drink in her hand\" srcset=\"https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20135554\/wedding6-570x372.jpeg 570w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20135554\/wedding6-300x196.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20135554\/wedding6-1024x668.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20135554\/wedding6-768x501.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20135554\/wedding6-1536x1002.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20135554\/wedding6-2048x1336.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20135554\/wedding6-1920x1252.jpeg 1920w, https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/12\/20135554\/wedding6-320x209.jpeg 320w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 570px) 100vw, 570px\" \/>\n                                                                            <div class=\"itinerary-carousel__headline\">Sunday Afternoon &amp; On<\/div>\n                                    \n                                                                            <h3 class=\"itinerary-carousel__title fs-5\">Stay a While<\/h3>\n                                    \n                                                                            <div class=\"itinerary-carousel__desc\"><p>One of the greatest things about Longboat Key is that it combines the best of the beach with easy access to all Sarasota and the surrounding area has to offer. Encourage your guests to extend their stay so you can experience all that you didn\u2019t have time to do during the wedding weekend, or just use this time to ease into newlywed life while still on island time. Either way, you\u2019ll have plenty of options to add to your to-do list\u2014sunset cruises, Mote Marine Laboratory &amp; Aquarium, deep-sea fishing, botanical gardens, museums\u2014or you can choose to do nothing but linger at the resort, lounging hand-in-hand on a beach that will forever hold special meaning to you both.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                                                                    <\/div>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"itinerary-carousel__controls\">\n                <div class=\"swiper-pagination itinerary-carousel__swiper-pagination\"><\/div>\n                <div class=\"itinerary-carousel__mobile-btns\"><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <button type=\"button\" role=\"button\" class=\"c-arrow itinerary-carousel__nav itinerary-carousel__nav--next\" aria-label=\"Next slide\"><span><\/span><\/button>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"carousel\" id=\"carousel-block_e31b53fb04338124e89367c2b64a6874\">\n    <div class=\"swiper-container carousel__swiper-container c-appeared\">\n        <div class=\"swiper-wrapper carousel__swiper-wrapper\">\n                            <div class=\"swiper-slide carousel__swiper-slide simple lazy\" data-bg=\"https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2022\/06\/05105319\/zota_017-1920x1404.jpg\">\n                    <div class=\"container carousel__container\">\n                        <div class=\"carousel__header c-appeared\">\n                                                            <h2 class=\"carousel__title\">Our Venues<\/h2>\n                                                                                <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"carousel__info c-appeared\">\n                            <div class=\"carousel__tabs\">The Viento Terrace<\/div>\n                            <div class=\"carousel__mobile\">\n                                <div class=\"carousel__category\">\n                                    The Viento Terrace\n                                <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"carousel__controls carousel__controls--mobile\">\n                                    <button class=\"c-arrow c-arrow--white carousel__nav carousel__nav--prev\" aria-label=\"Previous slide\" type=\"button\" role=\"button\"><span><\/span><\/button>\n                                    <button class=\"c-arrow c-arrow--white carousel__nav carousel__nav--next\" aria-label=\"Next slide\" type=\"button\" role=\"button\"><span><\/span><\/button>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"carousel__content\">\n                                <p><strong>Capacity: 40 Guests<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Adjacent to our chic signature restaurant, Viento Kitchen + Bar, The Viento Terrace is a stunning open-air venue that overlooks our tropical infinity edge pool and shimmering turquoise waters of the Gulf. It\u2019s is a perfect spot for an intimate plated dinner.<\/p>\n\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"swiper-slide carousel__swiper-slide simple lazy\" data-bg=\"https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2023\/06\/06150155\/North-Beach-Ceremony-e1686078162518.jpg\">\n                    <div class=\"container carousel__container\">\n                        <div class=\"carousel__header c-appeared\">\n                                                            <h2 class=\"carousel__title\">Our Venues<\/h2>\n                                                                                <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"carousel__info c-appeared\">\n                            <div class=\"carousel__tabs\">North Beach<\/div>\n                            <div class=\"carousel__mobile\">\n                                <div class=\"carousel__category\">\n                                    North Beach\n                                <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"carousel__controls carousel__controls--mobile\">\n                                    <button class=\"c-arrow c-arrow--white carousel__nav carousel__nav--prev\" aria-label=\"Previous slide\" type=\"button\" role=\"button\"><span><\/span><\/button>\n                                    <button class=\"c-arrow c-arrow--white carousel__nav carousel__nav--next\" aria-label=\"Next slide\" type=\"button\" role=\"button\"><span><\/span><\/button>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"carousel__content\">\n                                <p><strong>Capacity: 150 Guests<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Our sun-drenched wooden boardwalk will serve as your aisle as you walk down to our serene private beach and recite your vows with the Gulf of Mexico as your backdrop.<\/p>\n\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"swiper-slide carousel__swiper-slide simple lazy\" data-bg=\"https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2022\/06\/05121445\/zota_019-1920x1266.jpg\">\n                    <div class=\"container carousel__container\">\n                        <div class=\"carousel__header c-appeared\">\n                                                            <h2 class=\"carousel__title\">Our Venues<\/h2>\n                                                                                <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"carousel__info c-appeared\">\n                            <div class=\"carousel__tabs\">THE ZARA ZOTA BALLROOM<\/div>\n                            <div class=\"carousel__mobile\">\n                                <div class=\"carousel__category\">\n                                    THE ZARA ZOTA BALLROOM\n                                <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"carousel__controls carousel__controls--mobile\">\n                                    <button class=\"c-arrow c-arrow--white carousel__nav carousel__nav--prev\" aria-label=\"Previous slide\" type=\"button\" role=\"button\"><span><\/span><\/button>\n                                    <button class=\"c-arrow c-arrow--white carousel__nav carousel__nav--next\" aria-label=\"Next slide\" type=\"button\" role=\"button\"><span><\/span><\/button>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"carousel__content\">\n                                <p><strong>Capacity: 150 Guests<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Situated on the 2nd floor of the resort, the Zara Zota Ballroom features a relaxed beachside ambiance, which is elevated by grand 13-foot ceilings and contemporary chandeliers. Host up to 150 guests for your wedding dinner or allow us to divide the room into smaller sections to best accommodate your guest list.<\/p>\n\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"swiper-slide carousel__swiper-slide simple lazy\" data-bg=\"https:\/\/upload.opalcollection.com\/app\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2022\/06\/30231423\/DSC_1943-2-1-1920x1317.jpg\">\n                    <div class=\"container carousel__container\">\n                        <div class=\"carousel__header c-appeared\">\n                                                            <h2 class=\"carousel__title\">Our Venues<\/h2>\n                                                                                <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"carousel__info c-appeared\">\n                            <div class=\"carousel__tabs\">THE SUNSET SAND GARDEN<\/div>\n                            <div class=\"carousel__mobile\">\n                                <div class=\"carousel__category\">\n                                    THE SUNSET SAND GARDEN\n                                <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"carousel__controls carousel__controls--mobile\">\n                                    <button class=\"c-arrow c-arrow--white carousel__nav carousel__nav--prev\" aria-label=\"Previous slide\" type=\"button\" role=\"button\"><span><\/span><\/button>\n                                    <button class=\"c-arrow c-arrow--white carousel__nav carousel__nav--next\" aria-label=\"Next slide\" type=\"button\" role=\"button\"><span><\/span><\/button>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"carousel__content\">\n                                <p><strong>Capacity: 150 Guests<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Our most popular venue provides the best of a \u201ctoes-in-the-sand\u201d experience while offering privacy. Hold your ceremony on the beach and then retreat to this haven for dinner and dancing.<\/p>\n\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n            <div class=\"carousel__controls carousel__controls--desktop\">\n            <button type=\"button\" role=\"button\" class=\"c-arrow c-arrow--white carousel__nav carousel__nav--prev\" aria-label=\"Previous slide\"><span><\/span><\/button>\n            <button type=\"button\" role=\"button\" class=\"c-arrow c-arrow--white carousel__nav carousel__nav--next\" aria-label=\"Next slide\"><span><\/span><\/button>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"carousel__preview container\">\n        <div class=\"carousel__info\">\n            <div class=\"carousel__tabs\">\n                                    <div class=\"carousel__tab\">\n                        The Viento Terrace\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"carousel__tab\">\n                        North Beach\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"carousel__tab\">\n                        THE ZARA ZOTA BALLROOM\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"carousel__tab\">\n                        THE SUNSET SAND GARDEN\n                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"carousel__content\">\n                                    <div><p><strong>Capacity: 40 Guests<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Adjacent to our chic signature restaurant, Viento Kitchen + Bar, The Viento Terrace is a stunning open-air venue that overlooks our tropical infinity edge pool and shimmering turquoise waters of the Gulf. It\u2019s is a perfect spot for an intimate plated dinner.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                                    <div><p><strong>Capacity: 150 Guests<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Our sun-drenched wooden boardwalk will serve as your aisle as you walk down to our serene private beach and recite your vows with the Gulf of Mexico as your backdrop.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                                    <div><p><strong>Capacity: 150 Guests<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Situated on the 2nd floor of the resort, the Zara Zota Ballroom features a relaxed beachside ambiance, which is elevated by grand 13-foot ceilings and contemporary chandeliers. Host up to 150 guests for your wedding dinner or allow us to divide the room into smaller sections to best accommodate your guest list.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                                    <div><p><strong>Capacity: 150 Guests<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Our most popular venue provides the best of a \u201ctoes-in-the-sand\u201d experience while offering privacy. Hold your ceremony on the beach and then retreat to this haven for dinner and dancing.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"page-section\" id=\"small-image-and-text-block_1ebc5a6148d939af310aab65499c3a4d\">\n    <div class=\"container-lg\">\n        <div class=\"small-image-and-text small-image-and-text--media-next-to-the-content\">\n            <div class=\"row small-image-and-text__wrap\n                small-image-and-text__wrap--offset\n\n                                    justify-content-lg-center\n                \n                flex-xl-nowrap\"\n            >\n                <div class=\"col-12\n                    col-lg-7\n                    order-2\n                    small-image-and-text__content-wrap\n                    small-image-and-text__content-wrap--media-next-to-the-content\n                    small-image-and-text__content-wrap--\n                    small-image-and-text__content-wrap--left\n                    small-image-and-text__content-wrap--is-not-wide\n                    small-image-and-text__content-wrap--bg-brand\n                    \"\n                >\n                    <div class=\"row flex-column\">\n                                                                                                                <div class=\"col-12 c-appeared col-lg-9 offset-lg-2\">\n                                    <h2 class=\"small-image-and-text__title small-image-and-text__title-- small-image-and-text__title--media-next-to-the-content\">Our culinary experts are eager to help you craft the perfect custom menu<\/h2>\n                                <\/div>\n                            \n                                                            <div class=\"col-12 offset-lg-2 col-lg-10\">\n                                    <div class=\"row\">\n                                        <div class=\"col-12 col-lg-10\">\n                                            <div class=\"small-image-and-text__content-layout c-appeared\">\n                                                                                                                                                            <div class=\"small-image-and-text__paragraph \">\n                    <p>At Zota Beach Resort, we&#8217;ll elevate your special day with inspired banqueting menus for your wedding reception. Our talented culinary team and customizable menus will create an artful and delectable dining experience for you and your guests, with dishes inspired by our Gulf-front surroundings as well as international cuisines. Menus include tempting selections for casual and formal weddings alike, including elegant displays, passed hors d\u2019oeuvres, buffets, plated dinners, and late night snacks, as well as options for your rehearsal dinner and send-off brunch. 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