As your Bali Hai wedding officiant, we understand how this iconic Shelter Island venue sets the stage for a warm, meaningful celebration. Bali Hai blends tropical style, harbor breezes, and unforgettable skyline views. Because we know the flow of this venue and how ceremonies unfold in each space, you receive a ceremony that feels natural, heartfelt, and perfectly matched to the setting you’ve chosen.
Why Vows From The Heart as your Bali Hai Wedding Officiant?
We are proud to be a preferred wedding officiant at Bali Hai, and we have served many couples at this beautiful waterfront location. Because of that experience, we understand how to bring calm, clarity, and warmth to your ceremony. We work easily with the staff, we know how to adapt to each ceremony area, and we structure your ceremony to flow smoothly from the first moment to the last.
Your ceremony sets the tone for your entire day. For that reason, we focus on connection, sincerity, and authenticity. We create ceremonies that feel personal and truly about the two of you. One of the most frequent compliments we receive is that our natural, lighthearted presentation eases nerves and helps your ceremony segue seamlessly into your celebration.
Want something spiritual but not preachy? No problem at all. Prefer a Christian ceremony with familiar elements of faith? Absolutely. Need a simple civil ceremony that is warm, welcoming, and easy for guests to follow? Done. At Bali Hai, we adapt to the setting whether you’re standing along the waterfront, under the palms, or beside the skyline-facing patio.
- Stress-free ceremony planning
- Spiritual, Christian, or civil and secular celebrations
- Ceremonies written to reflect your voice and values
Ceremony Options at Bali Hai
Bali Hai offers several atmospheric locations, each with its own charm. The waterfront overlook brings the skyline into your ceremony. The palm-lined garden pathway creates a warm, intimate feeling. The open-air patio blends ocean breezes with a classic tropical ambiance. Because each area offers a unique mood, we help you choose the spot that reflects your vision and complements your ceremony style.
Your Ceremony, Your Voice
Every couple deserves a ceremony that sounds like them. Because of that, we learn your story, your personalities, and the moments that shaped your relationship. We welcome all couples with kindness and without judgment. Your ceremony should reflect your beliefs, your background, and your story — not ours. After we learn what matters most to you, we write a ceremony that reflects your voice and values. As a result, the experience feels honest, warm, and meaningful.
About Us — Vows From The Heart
Wedding Chaplains Christopher and Mary bring decades of experience, a calm presence, a lighthearted touch, and a deep love for celebrating couples. We have officiated more than 7,000 weddings, just the two of us. We do not use a roster of officiants, and we never subcontract your ceremony to anyone else. When you reach out to Vows From The Heart, you speak directly with the officiant who will stand with you on your wedding day.
Couples may choose Christopher or Mary based on availability, and regardless of who officiates, you receive the same level of care, sincerity, and personal attention. We are proud recipients of the San Diego Better Business Bureau Torch Award for Professionalism and Ethics and hold a place in The Knot Best of Weddings Hall of Fame. Because we work smoothly with Bali Hai’s staff, your ceremony moves effortlessly from beginning to end.
How to Get Started
Planning is simple. First, contact us with your date and your intention to marry at Bali Hai. After that, we confirm availability and schedule a warm conversation to learn your vision and answer questions. During this meeting you receive access to our Ceremony Handbook, which explains every option clearly and stress-free. The handbook removes guesswork and helps you choose readings, vows, and ceremony elements that match your style. From that moment forward, you have our guidance through every step of planning.
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Your ceremony deserves intention, heart, and a voice that puts you at ease. Because of that, we would be honored to serve you at Bali Hai.
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