Travel Note
The google maps link shows the proximity of the wedding venue to the Ayres hotel, welcome drinks and after party locations.
Hotel
The only hotel we reserved a wedding block of rooms with. If you decide to stay at the Ayres Hotel, you'll be across the street from Juliet and Jack's abode. If the wedding block rooms are all taken, don't fret, ask the receptionist for the Green Gables discount and save the same 15% on a hotel room. This hotel is ideally located within walking* distance to the Welcome Drinks and After Party locations. *Lyft/Uber is recommended as there are no sidewalks and busy roads, but it is walkable for those who want to stretch their legs. Fastest way from Ayres hotel is to walk into Juliet and Jack’s Community and then take the hill leading up to Corporate View Rd (use satellite view on Google maps to see the hill; it’s an entrance into the community for emergency vehicles)
Discount Code - Call and use code-SHADWK, or click VIEW for direct discount
Flight
The closest airport (45-50 min South) to the Wedding Venue location and across the street from where Jack works on the Coast Guard Base. When landing in San Diego, if you're on the left side of the aircraft, you may be able to see a Coast Guard Helicopter taking off or arriving at the same time.
Hotel
If you're looking for a hotel that has larger suites and closer to the Wedding venue, then the Lakehouse is your best bet. Co-located with Amalfi's restaurant (one of Jack and Juliet's favorites) the Lakehouse is a beautiful spot located on Lake San Marcos.
Flight
Located just over an hour North of where Juliet and Jack live, this is great alternative if your preferred airline doesn't fly into San Diego International. Keep an eye out on ticket prices as you may find cheaper flights into John Wayne than into San Diego International
House Or Rental
A great option for military members with family as these cottages are located near the Del Mar Jetty's in Oceanside, CA on MCAS Camp Pendleton. You can book these cottages as early as three months out. These cottages are located about 25-30 min West/NorthWest of the Wedding Venue.
Flight
If San Diego International and John Wayne fail you, try looking for flights into LAX. It's about 2hrs North of San Marcos, CA. But be warned, the traffic is not known to be kind to those driving during rush hour.
House Or Rental
If all the beach cottages on MCAS Camp Pendleton are taken, the cottages on Coronado are another great option for military members with family.
Hotel
Closest Hilton property to the wedding Venue
Hotel
Next closest Hilton property to the Wedding Venue. A good middleground between beaches and nightlife in Carlsbad and the Wedding Venue
Hotel
Closest Marriott property to the Wedding Venue Location
Hotel
Next closest Marriott property to the Wedding Venue.
Travel Note
Jack and Juliet have seen first hand how surge pricing has affected car transportation services such as Uber and Lyft. Be careful of landing late at night and requesting a rideshare. Jack has seen prices of over $100 for short 5min transits of less than .5mile. You can always use the taxis located at the airport or wait until surge pricing ends.