Candace & Rafael
FAQs
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Is there a dress code?
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Cocktail attire is the way to go for our wedding! We'd love for you to wear a suit, tie, or cocktail dress. No tuxedos or gowns, please.
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Is there transportation to and from the hotel to the ceremony?
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Yes, chartered transportation will be provided from our hotel to and from Secret Gardens Miami. Be in the Hilton Miami Dadeland hotel lobby at 3:50pm to ensure you make the bus that is leaving at 4pm.
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Is there parking for the ceremony or reception?
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There will be a limited amount of valet parking available at the venue. We recommend you take the buses leaving from Hilton Miami Dadeland at 4pm even if you are not staying at our hotel.
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Will dinner be served at the Welcome Party?
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While we will not be providing food, please have your first beer or wine on us!
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Where are you registered?
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We are registered on Traveler's Joy. Click the "Registry" tab for more details.
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What time does the ceremony start?
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The ceremony starts at 5:00p.m.
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Do you have any hotel recommendations?
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Yes, please see the "Travel" tab of the website regarding our hotel room block.
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Are there any other events that I should know about around the wedding?
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Because we may not have the chance to have in-depth conversations with everyone on our wedding day, we'd love for you to join us for a casual meet-up the night before our wedding. Your first beer or glass of wine is on us! This event is open to everyone invited to the wedding. The rehearsal dinner held beforehand is strictly for the wedding party, their significant others, & parents of the bride and groom. Location: Vinya Table Address: 266 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables, FL 33134 Date & Time: Friday, November 3, 2023 from 7:00pm to 9:30pm
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What's the difference between the rehearsal dinner and the welcome party?
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The rehearsal dinner is strictly for the bride and groom, their parents, the bridal party and their significant others. The welcome party is to greet all of our friends and family that we may not have the time to chat with at the wedding. It will be held after the rehearsal dinner and anyone invited to the wedding is welcome.
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Are the ceremony and reception in different places?
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No, the ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception will all be held at Secret Gardens Miami.
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I have a food allergy, can I make a special request?
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When you RSVP, please list any food allergy or dietary restriction you may have along with your dinner preference.
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Can I bring a date?
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Due to space constraints at our venue, we are regrettably unable to extend invitations for additional plus ones. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to dancing the night away with you!
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Are kids welcome?
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Although we love your little nuggets, this will be a strictly adults and invited teens only affair. We hope this will allow you a much deserved night off to celebrate with us!
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When should I RSVP by?
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Please RSVP by September 15th.