FAQsFAQs
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Are there any surrounding events before or after the Wedding?Are there any surrounding events before or after the Wedding?
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Yes! While we are still in the planning stages, we anticipate a few extra (completely optional) events that all our guests are welcome to attend. This will include: Thursday: A Welcome Happy-Hour! Drop your bags and drop in to see us at Barefoot Grill at Paradise Point Resort. Saturday: Afternoon Afterparty, a laid-back gathering outdoors (either at Vacation Isle park West or outside the Bridal Bungalow at the bayside bonfire pits).
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What transportation is being provided?What transportation is being provided?
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We are happy to provide transportation from the ceremony location on Vacation Island to the reception at the Adams Avenue Theater. As a gift to you, this transportation includes a short tour of San Diego! Please RSVP 'Yes' to the transportation if you plan to ride with us to the reception. As our guests will want to leave at different times (it's ok, not everyone shuts down the party!) there will not be group transportation returning to the hotel. Uber, Lyft, and Taxi's are always available and the ride will take approximately 15 minutes.
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Is there parking for the ceremony or reception?Is there parking for the ceremony or reception?
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The ceremony location has free parking lots. The reception location is surrounded by neighborhoods with free street parking. If you are concerned about the distance or availability of street parking, we recommend taking our group transportation from the ceremony location to the reception location, and making use of transport companies like Uber or Lyft when returning to your home or car after the event.
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Are gifts expected?Are gifts expected?
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Your presence is the best present we could wish for! We understand many of our friends and family are traveling a very long way for our special day, so please don't let the expectation of a gift stop you from coming. There will be an opportunity for you to give small cash gifts at the ceremony if you desire (we're doing the $ dance, bring a few dollars for a one-on-one dance with Bride and/or Groom!), and we will be filling out a general registry here on our website.
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Do I need to stay at the room block?Do I need to stay at the room block?
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You are not required to stay at Paradise Point where the Bride and Groom have reserved a room block, but we would encourage you to do so if it is within your budget for a few reasons: 1. It's Gorgeous! The rooms are right on the bay, the hotel hosts some amazing amenities (5 pools, 2 restaurants, mini golf, watersports marina, etc.), and it's centrally located to all the fun in SD. 2. It's Convenient! We invited you to our wedding because you are special to us, being at the same hotel gives us more opportunities to hang out with you. Plus, the ceremony location is just outside the hotel. 3. It's very San Diego! Paradise point was constructed in the 60's by a movie producer for the then newly-opened Mission Bay Park. It's also the Bride's favorite ever since a particularly excellent childhood bonfire. We negotiated a great deal on rooms for our guests and the resort fee is 100% covered when you book as part of our group. Please reserve your room with the link on our 'Travel' page, or call the hotel concierge directly and mention you are there for the Himlin/Law wedding to ensure you are placed with our group.
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When do I need to book my room by?When do I need to book my room by?
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We appreciate if you would reserve your room ASAP so we know to add more rooms if needed, but the last date to book your room with our specially contracted group rate is October 10th.
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What is the dress code?What is the dress code?
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Festive Semi-Formal
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Festive Semi-Formal? That sounds made upFestive Semi-Formal? That sounds made up
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It kinda is made up... for hemlines and styles go with Semi-Formal guidelines, but think fun! Sparkles? Yes! Big embroidered flowers? Please do! Cape sleeves? Sure! Jumpsuits? Absolutely! Tie? Not required, but if you're feelin it so are we. Micro-mini? Save it for the club. Stay classy San Diego!
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What is the terrain and (related) what shoes should I wear?What is the terrain and (related) what shoes should I wear?
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The ceremony location is on a grassy field in Vacation Isle Park West, so we recommend thicker heels or wedges if you plan on wearing a shoe with a heel (stiletto's sink). Cute flats are also a great idea. It is approximately 100-200 feet from the parking lot to the ceremony location via paved pathway.
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What are the wedding colors? Can I wear them?What are the wedding colors? Can I wear them?
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The colors we've chosen are royal navy, copper, and gold. You are welcome to wear ANY of these colors, but they are not required. Just don't wear white (duh).
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Will there be vegetarian/dairy-free/gluten-free options?Will there be vegetarian/dairy-free/gluten-free options?
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Yup! We're having tacos! Corn tortillas are naturally gluten free (it's corn). If you don't want cheese, just ask! At least one vegetarian taco option will be available. If you have a specific dietary concern, please email us at PatLorWedding@gmail.com with details and we will alert our caterer.
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Is this a dry wedding?Is this a dry wedding?
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Have you met either the Bride OR Groom?!! Hard no. If you plan to drink or engage in reefer madness, please do not plan to drive!