Ben Caro
Amber Lopez
Ben Caro
Amber Lopez
May 16, 2026
Schedule
Friday, May 15, 2026
Welcome Dinner
6:00 pm
310 A St, Eastsound, WA 98245
We will be meeting for a fun, casual dinner (Mexican!) with all those who can make it. Unlimited tacos and margaritas? Si, por favor. (That means "Yes, please"... in French, I believe).
Saturday, May 16, 2026
Wedding
2:30 pm
171 Main St, Eastsound, WA 98245
ATTIRE: Cocktail or Semi-formal attire: Short or long dresses etc., suits or jackets and slacks. Though highly unlikely, we ask that you please dont look better than the groom. DETAILS: 3-4pm Arrive, and relax! It's not YOU who's getting married. 4pm Weather permitting, the ceremony will take place outdoors in the garden. Weather un-permitting, we'll be in this cool little wooden chapel. 5:45pm Dinner will be served family style, like Olive Garden. There will be vegan options, in case you're cosplaying as Ben. 10pm Afterparty We'll head across the street to the White Horse Pub, where we will surely be appropriately dressed.
Monday, May 18, 2026
Goodbye Coffee
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
NOTE: This event is happening Sunday, 5/17, but the website won't let me say this. We've never been early risers. Let's meet up at a spot in town for a coffee and try to remember what happened the night before.
Travel & Lodging
Travel Note
Getting to Orcas Island
Orcas Island is beautiful, but getting there takes planning. AIRPORTS The closest airports are: Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) ~2-hour drive to the ferry Bellingham International Airport (BLI) ~1-hour drive to the ferry SEAPLANE ROUTE If you're short on time, take a direct flight from SeaTac via Kenmore Air. We can send a car pick you up from the Orcas ferry. https://kenmoreair.com/ FERRY ROUTE BY CAR - We recommend renting a car if you plan to explore the island. If you do, you'll need to reserve your ferry ticket in advance using the "view" link below. If you don't get a time you like, more tickets are released in batches – 2 weeks before your desired date, and again 2 days before your desired date – at 7am PST. If you mark your calendars, you WILL be able to get the time you want. You’ll also need to purchase your ferry ticket (separate step): https://wave2go.wsdot.com/webstore/landingPage?cg=21&c=76 BY FOOT - There is also a shuttle bus that runs directly from Sea-Tac to the ferry terminal, and we can send a car to pick you up once you arrive in Orcas: https://airporter.com/shuttle/schedules/anacortes-san-juan-islands/ Arrive at least 30 minutes prior to your ferry departure to avoid missing the boat. The sail is about an hour and it is lovely - get out of your car and enjoy the views! ARRIVAL From the dock, it’s a cozy 15-minute drive to the main town.
Hotel
Outlook Inn
To book a room within the reserved wedding block, please call Outlook Inn's front desk, and provide the block name (Lopez-Caro Wedding). Outlook Inn's team will confirm availability within the block and assist you with making your reservation.
Island Activities
Mount Constitution Hike
Hike up or drive up. Choose your own adventure.
Cascade Lake Hike
A short, scenic loop. You can kayak if you want, but it will be cold.
Cascade Waterfalls Hike
Don't go chasing waterfalls? Wrong again.
Shearwater Kayak Tours
Great tour company for a sea kayaking jaunt.
Orcas Island Winery
Orcas Island Pottery
Bowls, mugs, treehouses, views of the sound, etc.
Blanchard St. Beach
Enchanted place to watch the sunset.
FAQs
Question
When should I RSVP by?
Answer
Please RVSP by March 16th.
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Is there transportation to and from the hotels to the ceremony?
Answer
We don't have any transportation or shuttles planned.
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I have a food allergy, can I make a special request?
Answer
Please add a note with your RSVP.
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Are you registered? Where?
Answer
We've been together for 7 years, and already have a griddle that makes heart-shaped pancakes. If you wish to give a gift, please donate to Planned Parenthood, Women's Reproductive Rights Assistance Project (WRRAP), Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP), or the ACLU. *insert Bernie Sanders meme*
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Are kids welcome?
Answer
Much like an R-rated movie, this will be an adults only event. However, please don't expect the same amount of nudity or violence.
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Are there any other events that I should know about around the wedding?
Answer
Read the "Schedule" tab. You'll love it.
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