Ray, Jay, and their wedding day!
FAQs
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Am I allowed to take photos at your wedding?
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At the reception, yes of course! During the cermony we ask that you be present with us and enjoy the moment. We have hired a photographer and videographer, lets let them do their job and provide the best images of the day for us all. We've all seen the social media videos of people ruining a shot with their arm holding a cellphone.
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Can I take and post pictures of the wedding on social media?
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Yes, but no..... Please feel free to take photos (not during the ceremony), but please refrain from posting anything until after the Bride and Groom have announced their marriage and posted the first photos. You are the only people in the world that will know of this marriage in advance. Please help us maintain our privacy and our surprise. We intend to post our first photo that very day, once that happens please post as much as you would like, we encourage you to post pictures with our wedding hashtag #raylovesjay2024 so we can keep track of all of them all!
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What time should I arrive at the ceremony?
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We are starting at an American 4:30PM; the conversion in Puerto Rican time is 3:30PM.... please plan accordingly, and arrive 30 minutes before.
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May I take a centerpiece/candle/flowers home as a souvenir?
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The centerpieces and flowers are not ours to keep. Please leave those behind and take your memories and as many photos as you would like in the reception.
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I have a food allergy, can I make a special request?
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Yes please let us know immediatley and please ensure the bride has confirmed she is aware of your allergy. We want to ensure your safety at our event.
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Can I bring a date?
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We have a strict guest list to stay on budget. Our wedding is strictly RSVP only. We will only able to accommodate those listed on your invitation.
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Are kids welcome?
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We love your children and children will be present at the wedding, but to respect our budget we will only be able to accomodate the family members listed on your invitations.
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Is there a dress code?
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Semi-Formal: Tuxes and gowns are welcome, and so are suits and cocktail dresses.
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Is there parking for the ceremony or reception?
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Yes there is parking, if the parking lot is full there is extra parking next door at the garage located @ 2504 N Rocky Point Dr. Tampa, Fl 33607
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Do you have any hotel recommendations?
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Please see our "Travel" page for the hotels closet to the venue if you intend to stay in the area after the wedding.
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When is the RSVP deadline? Do I need to mail back my RSVP or can I do it online?
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Please inform by Saturday January 6, 2024. You can mail the RSVP back or RSVP online
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Will the wedding be indoors or outdoors?
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Both! The ceremony will take place at the Gazebo lawn and th reception indoors in the Pelican room of the Rusty Pelican.
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I still have questions, what is the best way to contact you?
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Please contact the Bride or Groom directly. Text would be your best bet so they can respond fully to your question.
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Will there be an open bar?
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Yes, That bar will be open for a portion of our reception.