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June 21, 2024
Escondido, CA

The Harlen Wedding

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Please see below questions, we hope we answered any questions you might have. If you have additional questions feel free to email the bride or groom at harlenwedding2024@gmail.com up to the week prior to the wedding.
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When should I RSVP by?

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May 10th 2024. Please ensure you have replied by that date to be included.

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Do you have a hotel block for guests?

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We do have a block at The Mission Pacific Hotel (see stay section for details). Transportation will be provided to and from the wedding, however, there is no obligation to stay at the hotel, feel free to stay where you please.

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When do I need to book the hotel block?

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May 15th 2024.

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What should I wear?

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Ethereal Gardens is a beautiful, mostly outdoor, venue please dress accordingly for June weather in Escondido (keep an eye on the weather but it should be warm). Dress code is formal. Gentlemen should wear a suit or sports coat and slacks. Ladies, please wear cocktail or long dresses. The venue has lots of different types of landscaping if you plan on exploring, please keep that in mind when selecting shoes.

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What time should I arrive at the ceremony if arriving by car/uber?

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We ask that all guests be at the ceremony site between 4:00pm -4:15pm. There will be a valet onsite if you choose to drive and shuttles from the hotel. Please keep traffic in mind as our wedding is on a week day, plus the San Diego County Fair will be in town and cause traffic for those coming from the south day of! Ubers will be scarce at the venue, even if not staying at the hotel, we recommend using the shuttle for more uber options in Oceanside

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Is there parking at the venue?

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There will be valet services at the venue if you choose to drive. Cars can be left overnight if needed, please ensure if leaving car at venue that it is picked up between 10am-12pm the following morning.

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Is there transportation to and from The Mission Pacific Hotel to the ceremony?

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Yes, the bride and groom will be providing shuttles for those staying at the hotel. The shuttles will be leaving between 3:15pm-3:30pm, please arrive 15 minutes early.

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Will the wedding be indoor or outdoor?

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All events will be within the Ethereal Gardens Grounds. Ceremony is outdoors with patchy shade. Cocktail Hour is mixture of outdoors/indoor. Reception will be held within an open air tent.

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I have a food allergy, can I make a special request?

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Just like the bride, you can not eat everything! The cocktail hour and dinner will have gluten free, dairy free and vegan options. If additional requests are needed, please reach out to the bride.

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Will there be an open bar?

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Yes, it wouldn't be a celebration without one!

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Am I allowed to take photos during your ceremony?

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Our ceremony will be an unplugged ceremony and we kindly ask all guests keep their phone safely tucked away and out of our photographer/videographers shots. Prior to and after the ceremony feel free to take as many photos as your heart desires.

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What is the weather like in the area?

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*Keep an eye on the forecasted weather Venue | Escondido, CA - located inland, it should be warm during the ceremony/reception but might get a little chilly after the sun goes down Hotel | Oceanside, CA - located on the beach, expect cooler breezes and morning/night marine layer.

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Are there events on Thursday?

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For those staying at the hotel, the Bride and Groom are currently planning on hitting the rooftop bar after the dinner, if time allows, feel free to join us or explore on your own!

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Can I bring a date?

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Due to limited space, we are only able to accommodate those guests formally invited on your wedding invitation. If you receive a plus one they will appear under your name when you RSVP. Thank you for understanding!

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Are kids invited?

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We love your little ones! However, we have decided to keep our wedding and reception adults-only besides our nieces and nephews.

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Have an issue when RSVPing?

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If you have any issues when RSVPing and/or a name is spelled incorrectly! Please email and we will reply promptly.

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