FAQs
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How Do I RSVP and When is It Due?
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All guests should receive their official invitations in the mail no later than March 1, 2020. RSVPs are due on March 31, 2020. Because of the limited space in our venues, we cannot guarantee accommodations for any RSVPs submitted after March 31, 2020. The invitations will contain an RSVP card and a pre-stamped envelope. Simply complete the RSVP to let us know if you are able to attend and drop it off at your nearest U.S. Post Office. If you still have not received your invitation but would like to RSVP, then you may do so through this website. Simply navigate to the RSVP page and complete the requested information. Contact Michael or Gizela at mflmiguel@gmail.com or gizelaho@gmail.com, or text us as (415)527-6846 if you have additional questions or concerns.
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Can I Bring a Date?
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Depends. For the Chapel Ceremony, no. We have a limited seating capacity of 65 so unless we specifically invited your date, they will not be able to attend the ceremony. For the Wedding Reception and Welcome BBQ, you may. You must submit an RSVP card requesting a plus one for consideration. We appreciate your understanding!
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What is the Weather Like on Guam in May?
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Expect the weather to fluctuate between 89°F / 79°F and the humidity to stay relatively high during while you are on Guam. While it rains slighly less during the summer months, there is a chance of rain (though it is difficult to predict).
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Do We Have a Hotel Room Block?
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Yes. Please see the travel and accommodations page for details.
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What Should I Wear? Is There a Dress Code?
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Tea Ceremony: The groomsman can either wear cultural clothes (such as a Barong) or semi-formal clothing (collared long sleeve, slacks). Welcome Party: Casual. Men can wear dress pants with a button-down shirt or polo. Women can wear a summer sundress or a skirt or pants with a nice blouse. Ceremony: Formal. The ceremony itself will be held indoors at the St. Probis Chapel. Reception: Semi-Formal. The reception will be held outdoors by the beach at 5:30 p.m. The sun will be setting, but expect it to still be warm (mid-70s) and humid. Attire should be light and breezy. For the men, attire should involve khaki, linen, or seersucker pants, a button-down, and a sport coat. Women should look for cocktail or tea-length dresses made of a dressy material. Lace, chiffon, and organza are all beautiful and comfortable choices.
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What are the Door Knocking Games and Do I Have to Attend?
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This event is reserved for the Groomsmen and the Bridal Party only. The Door Knocking Games are the most entertaining part of a traditional Chinese Wedding. They are essentially a series of challenges set up by bridesmaids that the groom and his groomsmen have to overcome in order for the man of the hour to be allowed to take the bride’s hand in marriage. Bridesmaids typically come up with a series of door games and conduct them. The groom is the main target, though many games call for groomsmen’s help. The bride usually awaits in a separate room while these door games take place, and will only appear once all challenges have been completed. Groomsmen: Meet at Michael's house no later than 10am on Thursday, May 14, 2020. Bridesmaids: Meet at Gizela's house no later than 10am on Thursday, May 14, 2020.
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What is the Tea Ceremony?
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The Tea Ceremony is one of the most significant events in a Chinese wedding. In China, serving tea when guests come is a very traditional propriety. It is a significant way to show respects. In a wedding, such an act is to show respect and gratitude to parents for all the years of love and care. A tea ceremony also meaningful in many other ways. It's a symbol of purity, stability and fertility. The purity of tea signifies the love is pure and noble; the stability of tea stands for faithful love; the fertility of tea means that the new couple will have many children.
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Is Everyone Invited to the Ceremony? Why is it a "Closed" Ceremony?
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This is a small and very intimate ceremony. The St. Probis Chapel seats a hard maximum of 65 people. This means that we are only able to guarantee seats to the wedding party and immediate family members. We are of course working with the chapel to accommodate some standing room so that others can share this day with us. We will contact you directly to confirm your seat at the ceremony. We thank you for your understanding.
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What Time Should I Arrive to the Ceremony?
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The Ceremony takes place promptly at 4:30 p.m. We kindly ask that guests arrive no later than 4 p.m. to find parking, take pictures, and mingle before taking your seats.
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Are Children Invited to the Ceremony?
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We love kids but because of limited seating capacity for the ceremony, children will not be able to attend the actual ceremony.
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What Happens After the Ceremony?
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After the ceremony on Friday, March 15th 2020, the Groom and Bride's family will be having dinner at the Dusit Thani. All other guests are will have time for themselves after the ceremony to explore, eat, drink, and/or relax. We may decide to do go out after dinner on Friday, so feel free to text us for an update.
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Will Transportation Be Provided To Or From The Wedding?
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No.
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Will There Be Food or Drinks Served at the Reception?
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Yes. There will be an open bar until 10 p.m.