Dan started at AveXis and became Kim's coworker. she'd collect testing samples from him, sometimes dropping them on the floor while declaring loudly that "I'm fine, it's fine, this is fine" 🧪 Little did Dan know that a coworker was already secretly planning their marriage after his first day (no, the coworker wasn't Kim!)
Kim and Dan went to trivia night at Avanti Boulder and somehow found themselves in 2nd Place, winning two Tito's Vodka bloody mary glasses in the process. Long live the Goofy Guessers! 🥈
Kim planned to meet Dan in Longmont for happy hour but unfortunately got hit in her car as she exited her neighborhood. Thus, Dan came down to Kim's home in Arvada with Thai food and wine to make sure she was ok. Later that night he asked her to be his girlfriend. She said yes! And that wasn't just the Thai food talking!
Dan bought Kim some Valentine's Day cookies, one of which looked like an sealed envelope with a heart and "wxwx" written on it. Kim jokes, "What's that supposed to stand for, Wugs and Kisses?" and that has, in fact, been what it stands for ever since 💌
Kim and Dan went on their first trip together to see Molly and Zack in Sonoma, California. Here they discovered their mutual love for travel, good food, and adventures all over the world 🌎 They also biked the Golden Gate Bridge!
The longest and farthest trip yet, Kim and Dan went on a three week trip across Vietnam. And even after all the planning, on-the-fly decision making, highs of extraordinary sights on a 3 day motorbike tour, lows of food poisoning from Bun Bo Hue, and escaping freedom island (you'll have to ask about that one) they came home confident they can take on anything life throws at them together ✈️
With the help of best friends Molly and Kendra, Dan proposed to Kim during a photoshoot in Central Park 💍She said yes! Again!
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Lakeside event, so dress casual! There will be an opportunity to swim in the lake or Paddle board, so dress accordingly!
We will be at the Group Picnic Area: Arrowhead. Because this is a State Park, a daily pass of $10 is required. We recommend carpooling if possible. Please see the Stagecoach Park website for more details: https://cpw.state.co.us/state-parks/stagecoach-state-park
4:00 pm
Semi-Formal Whimsy: Tuxes and gowns are welcome, and so are suits and cocktail dresses. Think ethereal and whimsical. The girlies know what I mean
All transportation to and from the venue will be done via Shuttle service from the Wells Fargo Parking lot. See the Shuttle section for more detaills. While we absolutely adore your kids, this will be a child-free event. Ceremony start time is subject to change. Please check back after receiving your wedding invitations
9:30 am - 12:00 pm
Hotel
Reserve part of our limited hotel block by emailing groupreservations@gravityhaus.com or calling 303-503-4762, and ask for the Drajem Liu Wedding block! Note: As part of the hotel contract, this block of rooms is reserved through Monday, September 1st.
Discount Code - Drajem Liu Wedding Block
Hotel
Travel Note
Short term rental properties are abundant and affordable in Steamboat Springs, book a spot on either AirBnb or Vacasa for the most plentiful options!
Shuttle
August 30, 2025 2:45 pm - 3:30 pm
There is no parking onsite at the ceremony, so a shuttle will run starting at 2:45pm from the Steamboat Springs Wells Fargo parking lot (320 S Lincoln Ave, Steamboat Springs, CO 80487) to the ceremony location at La Joya Dulce. LAST SHUTTLE AT 3:30PM! The shuttles back to downtown (same dropoff location) will begin pickup from La Joya Dulce starting at 9:00pm.
Travel Note
The city of Steamboat has a free shuttle service that runs all day until 1:00am for transportation between the ski resort area where most of the hotel and lodging options are located and Steamboat Springs downtown proper. On the day of the ceremony, take the city bus to our shuttle pickup location ( Wells Fargo parking lot, 320 S Lincoln Ave, Steamboat Springs, CO 80487)!
Fish Creek Falls trail was closed in early 2024 for trail maintenance. It is slated to reopen in July 2025. If reopened, we highly recommend this as a beautiful hike to take in the Summer.
A bit of a drive into the wilderness, but definitely the best hot springs in Steamboat! Clothing optional after sundown ;) Note: Cash only payment upon arrival, making a reservation ahead of time is HIGHLY recommended since it'll be a holiday weekend (reservations open up 25-30 days in advance).
Super unique burgers here! If you want to try something really funky give the "Dirty Hairy" a try. Dan's pick- Holy Spicoli: Double American/ Corn Dogs/ Fried Egg/ Bacon/ Fry Sauce Kim's pic- Black Mamba 24: Kobe Beef/ Black truffle Aioli/ Smoked Saute Onion/ Fried Egg/ Gouda/ Brioche Bun
We recommend To start: Gyoza "Al Pastor" and the Spicy Pickled Vegetables To drink: The Passionfruit Mojito
Check out the 3 main breweries in Steamboat either walking or biking this trail! *Mountain Tap Brewery *Storm Peak Brewery *Yampa Valley Brewing
We don't actually golf, so please don't ask us to go with you. 😅 But if you feel passionate about hitting balls up in Steamboat, please have a blast. Par 2 and all that Other golf courses: *Rollingstone Ranch Golf Course *Steamboat Golf Club
July 31, 2025
Our invitations have been addressed accordingly. If you have additional questions, please feel free to reach out to Dan or Kim
While we adore your children, we have decided to have a child-free wedding. The little ones are more than welcome during the weekend festivities (welcome party, goodbye brunch, etc).
Please RSVP online
Semi-Formal: Tuxes and gowns are welcome, and so are suits and cocktail dresses. Please no jeans.
The ceremony and reception will be held in the same location: La Joya Dulce
Personal vehicles are not allowed at the wedding venue. Shuttle service will be provided from downtown Steamboat, Wells Fargo Parking Lot, starting at 02:45 pm SHARP. The last shuttle will leave at 3:30. Shuttles from resort steamboat into downtown steamboat are available : https://www.steamboatsprings.net/166/Transit Wells Fargo Parking Lot 320 Lincoln Ave, Steamboat CO Note: Overnight parking IS allowed at the Wells Fargo Building from Saturday to Sunday.
We recommend trying to catch the first shuttle at 2:45pm from downtown Steamboat. The last shuttle will be leaving downtown Steamboat at 3:30 pm. Please accommodate for time to get downtown from your hotel or airbnb.
No parking is allowed at the wedding venue. Please see the shuttle service question for further information
The reception will end at midnight. Shuttle service from the venue will begin at 9:00pm returning guests back to downtown Steamboat
If you know you will need to leave the wedding early, please reach out to Kim or Dan to work out transportation to and from the venue
Prior to the wedding, please reach out to Kim or Daniel: kimberlyrosecookie@gmail.com daliu@mines.edu On the day of the wedding, please call or text: This will be updated the day of the wedding
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