Meaghan DeCara
Alex Blanchard
Meaghan DeCara
Alex Blanchard
September 14, 2024
Schedule
Saturday, September 14, 2024
Ceremony & Reception
5:30 pm - 11:00 pm
Kings Park, NY 11754
Semi-formal
Please type in your name as presented on your physical invitation.
Reception
7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Kings Park, NY 11754
Bring your dancing shoes!
Sunday, September 15, 2024
Farewell Brunch
9:00 am - 11:00 am
1717 Motor Parkway, Hauppauge, NY 11788
There will be an informal brunch held at The Hyatt Regency Hotel on Sunday morning. Guests are more than welcome to stop by and say farewell before you depart and head home.
Accomodations
Hotel
Hyatt Regency Long Island
Please book through the link provided with code DEC1 or call reservations (631)-784-1234 and request the DeCara/Blanchard Wedding Room Block. Note: There is a two night minimum required.
Hotel
Hampton Inn Long Island/Commack
Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Hauppauge-Long Island
Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott Long Island Islip/Courthouse Complex
Things To Do
Registry
Directions
Bridgeport Ferry
Directions: Burlington, VT ---> Bridgeport, CT Take I-89 S in South Burlington Continue on I-89 S Take I-91 S to Myrtle Ave in Bridgeport Take exit 1 from CT-8 S Continue on Myrtle Ave Drive to Ferry Access Rd - If you are traveling by car this is one of the options by ferry. We recommend you call in advance to make a reservation. The link to the ferry website is listed below. Note: This ferry will be closer to the hotel than the Cross Sound Ferry.
Cross Sound Ferry
Directions: Burlington VT---> New London CT Take I-89 S Take exit onto I-91 S toward Brattleboro Take exit 30 on the left to merge onto I-84 E toward CT-2/E. Hartford/New London Take exit 55 for CT-2 E toward Norwich/New London/I-84 E Continue onto CT-2 E Take exit 28S for I-395 S/CT-2A S toward New Haven Merge onto CT-2A E/I-395 S Continue to follow I-395 S Take exit 5 on the left to merge onto CT-32 S toward New London Merge onto CT-32 S Continue onto Eugene O'Neill Dr Turn left onto Governor Winthrop Blvd Continue onto Ferry St Destination will be on the left -If you are traveling by car this is one of the options by ferry. We recommend you call in advance to make a reservation. The link to access the ferry website is listed below.
John F. Kennedy International Airport
Directions: Once you land at your terminal you will take the Air Train Take Air Train to Jamaica station Once in Jamaica, you will take the LIRR (Long Island Railroad) from Ronkonkoma Branch to Central Islip Once you arrive in Central Islip, there is an option for a bus or Uber/Lyft to Hyatt Regency in Hauppauge
Long Island MacArthur Airport
Southwest Airlines and Frontier Airlines fly into this airport.
Gallery
FAQs
Question
Where are the ceremony and reception taking place?
Answer
The ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception will be held at the same location, which is the Pavilion at Sunken Meadow. The ceremony will be on the beach. Cocktail hour and the reception will take place inside the Pavilion and under a tented area.
Question
Will the ceremony and reception be indoors or outdoors?
Answer
The ceremony will be taking place outside- weather permitting. The reception will be held both inside the Pavilion as well as outside under a tented area. In the event that there is some rain on our special day, the ceremony/reception will be moved indoors.
Question
What time should I arrive to the ceremony?
Answer
We are requesting that all our guests arrive by 5:00PM as our ceremony begins promptly at 5:30 PM.
Question
Can I bring a guest/date?
Answer
If you have received a plus one it will be listed on your invitation. Otherwise, we would love to keep the wedding as an intimate event with close friends and family.
Question
Is there parking at the venue?
Answer
Yes, our venue is located in a state park with free public parking available. If you chose to drive to and from the event, there are places to leave your car.
Question
Is there transportation to and from the hotel to the venue?
Answer
Yes, we will have a shuttle available from the Hyatt Regency to the venue leaving at 4:15 pm promptly. The shuttle will be returning to the Hyatt Regency at the end of the evening 11 pm. Note: If taking the shuttle from the hotel, please prepare for a longer travel time to and from the venue (approximately 40 mins). Due to low overhead bridges on the Long Island Parkway, the shuttles must take back roads.
Question
What if I am driving my own vehicle?
Answer
If you are not taking shuttle services and driving in your own vehicle please inform toll that you are a guest of the DeCara/Blanchard wedding to avoid a toll fee.
Question
Is there a dress code?
Answer
We are requesting that our guests dress semi-formal.
Question
Are children welcome?
Answer
We do love your little ones! However, our wedding is going to be an adults-only event. We appreciate you making arrangements for the kids ahead of time so you can relax and enjoy the evening with us!
Question
If we are traveling, what is the best way to get to your wedding?
Answer
We understand that many of our guests are out of state. For specific travel questions please feel free to contact Alex or Meg directly for assistance. We are excited to see you there!
Question
What if I can't attend your wedding?
Answer
We will miss you! If you are unable to make it to our wedding, please let us know as soon as possible and RSVP “no". If you receive your "Save The Date" and already know you cannot attend, please let us know at your earliest convenience (no need to wait for the formal invitation to reach out).