Travel
Hotel
The Westin Pasadena
Our venue is located in the mountains, so there aren't any hotel options in the immediate venue area. We recommend staying in Pasadena, which is ~30 minute drive to the venue, and where we will be posted up for the weekend! We booked a room block at the Westin Pasadena at a discounted rate of $219-239/night. Please use this link to book your room: https://book.passkey.com/go/AerienneandEvanWedding • You must book prior to September 3 to get the discounted rate. We recommend booking sooner! • They are only holding rooms for Friday night, so we'd encourage you to book your hotel stays as soon as possible so they don't sell out! Any additional days will still be at the discounted rate. • Valet parking is available for $24/day (ins/outs permitted) • The hotel has a rooftop pool! And we'll be staying there Thursday-Sunday! #poolparty • This hotel is walking distance to Old Town Pasadena with plenty of restaurants, cafes, shops, etc.
Discount Code - https://book.passkey.com/go/AerienneandEvanWedding
Travel Note
Airport Information
There are several major airports in the Los Angeles area. We recommend either Burbank (BUR) or LAX. • Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR): Pros: closest airport to our wedding venue and hotel, small airport that is easy to navigate, quick security lines, easy to get Uber/Lyft/taxi Cons: fewer direct flights, no international flights, not connected to public transportation • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) Pros: international flights, more flight options, more direct flights, more rental car options. Public transportation accessible* Cons: busy airport with potentially long lines for security/baggage, lots of traffic, long lines for Uber/Lyft, further from our venue/hotel *If you are flying into LAX and not renting a car, we recommend the Flyaway Shuttle to Union Station in downtown LA. Flyaway Shuttle Bus details from LAX: $12.75 one-way, tickets can be purchased in advance or in-person Shuttles go between all LAX terminals and Union Station in downtown Los Angeles For more information: https://www.flylax.com/flyaway-bus/fares-tickets
Travel Note
Getting Around Los Angeles
Los Angeles is a famously car-centric city, so certain destinations (including our wedding venue) do require a car to get there. However, it's possible to enjoy the city without renting a car or having your own car! • Ubers/Lyfts are plentiful, but they can get expensive for long distances or during peak hours • TRAFFIC is real, especially on a Friday/Saturday! If you are driving, always check Maps for traffic when planning your arrival time, and allow extra time to arrive (especially to our wedding!) • Certain areas of the city are very walkable, including Pasadena (where our hotel block is) and South Pasadena (where we live!). We have other neighborhood recommendations if you're interested in exploring LA. • Public transportation is great for some parts of the city and very affordable. If you're comfortable with using public transportation in other big cities, this may be an option for you. Los Angeles is huge! there are 99 neighborhoods in the City of LA, and that doesn't include all of the bonus cities here in LA County (88 cities in total). There are still many neighborhoods and areas we've never explored! Our region is called the San Gabriel Valley (SGV) because we're at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains. This area is known in LA for its amazing authentic Chinese cuisine and mountain views!
Travel Note
Driving to the Wedding
The venue is 10 minutes drive up the mountain from "The Valley" of LA. The road is paved the entire drive, and is not too windy. Please follow signs to "Reptacular Ranch". Detailed driving directions can be found here: https://tinyurl.com/Reptacular-Directions Please account for traffic to ensure you arrive on time!! Friday traffic is REAL!! **Do not drive drunk. The venue would prefer you leave your car overnight if need be.**
Travel Note
Uber/Lyft to the Wedding
The venue is 10 minutes up the mountain from "The Valley" of LA, so it's not too far outside of the city! You should be able to get a rideshare or taxi to the venue. Please account for traffic to ensure you arrive on time!! Friday traffic is REAL!! There is little to no cell service at the venue. We can provide the wi-fi information for those who need to order a ride home. The venue says it's never been an issue to get Uber/Lyfts at the end of the night. You could also schedule a ride in advance! If folks can drive others to the bottom of the hill, there is also a 7-Eleven at the base of the mountain where you can get cell service.
Travel Note
Carpool to the Wedding
We have set up a carpool spreadsheet! If you can offer a ride or if you need a ride, please use this spreadsheet to coordinate: bit.ly/EAweddingcarpool
