Carolina & Elias
Wedding Party
Jaime Arrieta
Father of the Bride
My Daddy. My biggest cheerleader and greatest supporter ever since I was a little girl. He has ALWAYS been there for me. He was the dad that would play barbies with me when I was little, take me to all my horse back riding lessons everyday after school for 8 years, buy me ice cream whenever I wanted, taught me how to drive a stick shift after training without telling mom about it. He was the one who would let me skip school and pretend I was sick so we could have a dad and daughter day. He was the one who took me to Disney Land and would go on all the dizzy rides with me just to make me happy. He is the best dad in the whole wide world and I am SO lucky to have him walk me down the aisle!
Marina Gunther
Mother of the Bride
Mi mamita. La Jefa of the house. She is the rock in our family and my biggest inspiration. She is kind, generous, creative and selfless. Always making sure that we are all ok. She is always putting everyone first because she is THAT kind of human. Always open to lending an ear or giving the best advice. She is not just my mama but she's my best friend, the one I can truly share anything and everything with. Not only is she the most lovable women in the entire world but also a bad ass boss lady. She taught me to always reach for the stars and follow my dreams with hard work and resilience. I will always look up to this super woman!
Micaella Basham-Arrieta
Maid of Honor
Sister sister! Oh we have been through so much... From sleeping in the same bed until we were teenagers to being party animals and accomplices of each other every time we'd get caught by mom. To visiting you to SD every weekend when we both moved to California, going to all the music festivals, seeing you find your love and becoming the best mama to my adorable nephew and niece. Having you as my best friend and sister has been the greatest gift of all!
Daniela Perez-Reyes
Bridesmaid
This girl is another member of my San Diego family. We have been through so much together. She is the type a friend that no matter what is happening in your life she will always be there for you no matter what! She is a true friend that you can count on and she is the sweetest soul! Always down to come over for a glass of wine and just chill, go for long walks and talk about life and also ready to party and celebrate whenever. Lucky to have you in my life.
Melissa Montoya
Bridesmaid
Thanks to this girl right here is why I met Elias in the first place! She's the one that made both friend groups connect at EDC, the music festival where I first met Elias in 2009. We have been girlfriends for over 12 years! Always down to have a looong beach day or going out to drink extra spicy margaritas. This girl is the most on it, responsable person I know but also the funnest. Always ready to dance and get down low. She's not only one of my best friends but she's like a sister to me.
Alessandra Koenig
Bridesmaid
This girl and I have had way too many fun times together. From going to music festivals and having late night reggaeton dance parties, to laughing our faces off every time we get together. She is the funniest and most fun person I know. What can I say, she keeps me forever young.
Manuela Olcese
Bridesmaid
Manu and I have been best friends since we were in first grade in Peru! She has known me longer than anyone. We would carpool to school together and then come back home and play Nintendo or barbies, watch telenovelas and create the most ridiculous dance choreographies! With this girl, time and distance is not a thing. She has my back and I have hers for life! She is more than a best friend to me, she is my sister from another mister.
Daniela Rodriguez-Araoz
Bridesmaid
My best friend from middle school and high school. My roomie in Peru and my sister! This chica and I have always had a close connection. She keeps me grounded and has always been there for me no matter what. From hanging out in and out of school, to Miami and Cali visits at least every 6 months. We put in the effort to stay close with each other every year and I love it!
Salomon Btesh
Father of the Groom
My Dad is an inspiration. He moved here from Panama at the age of 19. He is the most resourceful person I know. He has always found a way to take care of our family. He's done that by owning 99 cent stores in Baja California, selling watches throughout Mexico, being a general contractor, being a clothing manufacture, starting Dirty Dogs...the list goes on and on. There isn't a thing he wouldn't do for us. He used to drive me all over California every weekend for soccer tournaments. In middle school I fell in love with surfing... then would drive me to surf competitions every weekend.
Regina Btesh
Mother of the Groom
I love my momma! She is sweet, silly and talented. She has style and grace. My mom is an unbelievable cook. She taught me how to whip up "something out of nothing" in the kitchen. She used to drive me to soccer practice 4 days a week after school. Once I started surfing she would take me to the beach at 6 am and pick me up after sunset. There isn't anything she wouldn't do for her first born and there isn't anything I wouldnt do for her. I couldn't ask for a better mom!
Joel Btesh
Best Man
My brother Joel is 8 years younger than me. He is wise and smart beyond his years. An old soul... He beats to his own drum. He enjoys surfing, hanging in his camper with his girlfriend Ali, and his chocolate lab Revo.
Brett Jones
Groomsman
Brettksi is one of the most classic people you will meet and he's been one of my best friends since middle school. He is a couple years older than me. He took me under his wing in high school. He would pick me up in his VW Van or bug and take me surfing and partying. I was the best man in his wedding. His wife Lisa and daughter Jill are incredible. He will never turn you down for a beer and you can count on him to make you laugh...
Pat Millin
Groomsman
Pat has been one of my best friends since middle school. He is an all around athlete. He excels at anything he's passionate in. He's one of the funniest people you will meet once you get him going...
Connor McCarthy
Groomsman
Connor is as cool as they come. He's always down for a mission. Whether it's surfing, fishing, diving and everything in between. We share a 2006 Honda Aquatrax that we bought together when we were as broke as you get. You really get to know someone after spending 500 + hours on a jet ski together in the middle of nowhere. We have traveled all through Baja, Mainland Mexico, and Peru together... We always have a fun time!
Zak Zimmer
Groomsman
Zak a.k.a. Zimdaddy and I have known each other for a longggg time. We are the same age and share a passion for surfing and diving...He's about as chill as they come and doesn't have a bad bone in his body.
Kasey Doyle
Groomsman
Kasey and I met through his cousin Chad who was one of my best friends growing up. He's a couple years older than me and taught me a lot. We used to surf together all day at Pillbox and Seaside before we had our licenses. He motivated me to be better at everything through relentless heckling. He always knows how to make me laugh. He's a great husband and dad. We have had nothing but great times together...
Ohmar Atilano
Wedding Planner
Also known as our "Dreamer Designer" - We are feeling super thankful for having him help us design the wedding of our dreams and have him be apart of this amazing journey! Apart from being an amazing wedding planner Ohmar also runs his own tourism business in Ensenada. So for anyone coming for the first time ever to Baja, he is your best guide and will make all your vacation dreams come true! WEBSITE: www.ohmaratilano.com CONTACT: +52 646 1167922 Whatsapp / iMessage / Call