FAQs

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When is the RSVP deadline?

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Please RSVP by August 1, 2025 so we can have an accurate number to give to our wedding planner.

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Can I bring a +1?

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Please check your invite for your +1!

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Are kids welcome?

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Due to venue restrictions, we're only accommodating children of close family and it will be specified in the invites. Our apologies!

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Do you have a specific accommodation for guests to stay in?

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We have hotel rooms blocked out for our friends and family coming from out-of-town. Best Western Plus Heritage Inn is pet-friendly and offers pack-and-play and cribs for those who may need it. Please copy and paste the link below to see the rooms Best Western has blocked out for the wedding: https://www.bestwestern.com/en_US/book/hotel-rooms.05479.html?groupId=8I4SI2H6 The town of Benicia also offers many inns and other hotels around the area that will be close to the wedding ceremony and reception site.

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Where should I park?

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There are adequate amount of parking spaces in the lot of Jefferson Street Mansion.

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What should I wear?

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We are having a fall/autumn theme for our wedding. Burnt oranges, deep greens, rich purples and pinks are some of the colors that comes in mind. Formal attire, gown, tuxedo/suit can be worn. Traditional Filipino attire, such as Barong and Filipiniana, are great options as well!

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Is the wedding indoors or outdoors?

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The wedding ceremony will be held outdoors and the reception will be indoors.

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Is it okay if I take pictures during your wedding?

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We kindly ask for an unplugged ceremony as we will be having professional photographers/videographers document the event. During the reception, please take as many pictures as your hearts desire (and tag us so we can see them too!).

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I still have a burning question you haven't answered, who can I contact?

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Please call/text Zarifa Nala at (562) 334 - 5675 for any questions we have not answered yet. (Please keep in mind that I work nights so I may be sleeping in the morning/afternoon. I promise I will get back to you as soon as I can!- Nala)