Alyssa and Luke's love story began in 2016 when Luke's cousin and close friend of Alyssa's introduced them. Alyssa was from upstate New York, and Luke was living his best life in the beautiful mountains of Montana. They quickly discovered they were living parallel lives, both sharing a deep love for boating, lakes, mountains, and anything outdoors. Despite the miles between them, they quickly became best friends, sharing stories and dreams across state lines. It wasn't until one February, while both in Arizona, that their friendship blossomed into romance. The fireworks between them were undeniable, which is pretty risky considering most fireworks are illegal in both the Adirondacks state park and the Grand Canyon state. Regardless, they couldn’t get enough of each other, and Alyssa found herself skipping not one, not two, but three flights just to spend more time with Luke. The feeling was mutual, as Luke flew to New York every weekend he could to see her, marking the beginning of months of cross-country flights. Since they quickly became frequent fliers in the name of romance, putting those airline miles to good use, the realization that they were in love was a no-brainer. Years of friendship laid a strong foundation, and it was clear that their connection was something special and meaningful. Soon, they both decided Arizona would be the place they called home, leaving their small little hometowns behind. Not only did they want to combine their lives, they were ready for something different, like swapping extreme northern winters for western summers. Fast forward a few years and Luke was ready to pop the question. He knew how much Alyssa missed the snowy Christmases of New York, so he planned the perfect proposal in one of the few cities in Arizona that gets snow: Prescott. There, amidst a desert landscape lightly dusted with snow, he got down on one knee and asked Alyssa a very important question. She, of course, said yes! Known to their friends as simultaneously laid back, easy going people and the life of the party, Alyssa and Luke are simply the perfect match. They share a love for adventure, whether it's water skiing, hiking up mountains, or dirt biking. And the magic ingredient in their relationship? Being in sync. Whether it's deciding on the next adventure or whose turn it is to do the dishes, they're always on the same page. As they prepare to tie the knot, Alyssa and Luke's journey from best friends to soulmates, with a few flight changes along the way, is a story that’s just beginning. They feel so grateful for the journey that brought them together and look forward to celebrating their love with family and friends!