Michael Johns
Karine Tarabulsy
Michael Johns
Karine Tarabulsy
July 27, 2025
Our Story
We met in our early 20s in September of 1993. Mike was a soldier stationed at Fort Drum near Watertown, New York. Karine was a college student living in Montreal. Mike was recruited as a wingman for a fellow soldier who had an interest in Karine’s sister. We talked all night and became fast friends, and our relationship quickly became romantic. We dated for a wonderful year. Karine affectionately still refers to Mike as, “The fish that got away.” Life continued with many twists and turns. We remained in contact throughout the years. 29 years later, we found ourselves at a point where we had a chance to reminisce and appreciate the amazing journey that started those decades before. We decided to embrace the opportunity of this unique second chance and pick up where we had left off. Each day, the journey has only gotten better and more exciting. We want to thank our family and friends for being part of this celebration with us as we begin this exciting, new segment of our lives.
Schedule
Saturday, July 26, 2025
Brunch
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Casual/Beaxh
For those arriving early, we will be hosting a brunch
Sunday, July 27, 2025
Wedding
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
112 Triton Ln, Surf City, NC 28445
Casual Attire: Anything goes, from sundresses and sandals to shorts and tees.
It is going to be late July by the North Carolina beach, so hot and humid. The venue is air-conditioned, but there are outside areas as well. Please dress comfortably! The venue will be open at 3PM with a cash bar and munchies available. The ceremony will begin around 4PM.
Reception
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
103 Triton Ln, Surf City, NC 28445
Casual/Beach Attire
Dinner will be provided, along with music, a cash bar, and outside options like cornhole and bar games. Dinner menu: Pork BBQ Green Beans/Black-eyed Peas Potato Salad Broccoli Salad Deviled Eggs Cowboy-style Baked Beans Various finger-foods Light desserts
Travel
Flight
Raleigh-Durham International
RDU will almost certainly be the cheapest and most flexible option, especially for international flights. The airport is a 2.5 hour drive from the venue.
Flight
Wilmington International Airport
Wilmington Airport is less than one hour from the venue and serves several regional airlines.
Flight
Costal Carolina Regional Airport
This small, regional airport is fairly new and adding services all the time. The airport is approximately 45 mins from venue locations
House Or Rental
Surf City
This is a prominent vacation area for sportsmen and beach lovers alike. If you intend to get or share a VRBO with other friends/family, we will work with you locally to get you the best location and price for your needs. If you are making a vacation out of the trip, there are plenty of beach or near-beach properties available for rent. All VRBO and AirBNB rentals are generally Sat-Sat. Link included as an easy reference.
Travel Note
RV Park
If you happen to be RVing, please give us plenty of notice and we will do everything possible to get you a spot here in Deep Creek Landing. If spaces aren't available, we can provide plenty of great options. Deep Creek does have a pool, boat launch, fishing area, onsite laundry, dog park and plenty of other useful amenities with their full-hookup sites.
Registry
Wedding Party
Olivia Mcleod
Maid of Honor
Karine's Daughter
Christopher Johns
Best Man
Mike's Son
While you are here
Shackleford Banks
Ferries services run every 30 minutes to and from Beaufort, NC. You can walk the entire island, or just spend the day shelling portions of the beach and trying to spot the wild horses.
Battleship North Carolina
For history or maritime enthusiasts, a trip to Wilmington, NC will reward you with the opportunity to visit this historic battleship which allows self-guided tours. During peak season, pre-purchased tickets/reservations are recommended.
North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores
Great place to plan an afternoon after enjoying Emerald Isle or Atlantic Beach beaches, restaurants, and shops. The aquarium provides a great sample of local aqautic and marsh ecosystems.
Beaufort
Beaufort can be a quick meal destination or an entire day's worth of events. The museum, local shopping, and waterfront has something to offer for everyone. Find why this area is known as the "graveyard of the Atlantic", and sort out fact-from-fantasy around the history of "Blackbeard", who once operated in the area. Beaufort also offers commercial ferry rides to Shackleford, Cape Lookout, and other popular island destinations.
Bogue Inlet Fishing/Diving/Ecotours
This entire area is known for amazing inshore/offshore fishing. Everything will be in season (except flounder) at this time. There are also amazing wreck-diving charters and island eco-tourism options. If you have interest in this, let us know and we can provide recommendations.
Hatteras
Hatteras National Park can be accessed from here via a vehicle ferry 90 mins away or by driving directly to the park several hours north. Between the park and adjoining islands, there are hundreds of miles of pristine beaches, local shops, restaurants, and activities. Further north, you can visit the Jockey Ridge and the Wright Brothers museum where modern avaition began.
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