FAQs
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When is the RSVP deadline?
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Please RSVP by August 1st 2025, so we can have an accurate headcount. When you RSVP, please type in your name exactly how it is spelled on the envelope.
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What will the weather be like?
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Santa Cruz can feel a bit breezy, even on warm days. November will be well into Fall, so we recommend a light jacket if it's nice and a coat if the day turns out to be colder.
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Where can I park?
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There should be enough parking at the venue, but please carpool if possible.
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Can I bring a plus one or children?
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Due to limited space, we are only able to accommodate the guests that are included on your invitation. If you received a plus one, it will be listed on your invitation.
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Are the ceremony and reception at the same location?
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Yes!
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What is the timeline for the day?
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Please refer to the schedule (top link).
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What's the dress code?
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Dress to impress in black tie! And ladies please note, we recommend block heels or flats, as the ceremony and reception will be on the lawn.
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Where should I stay?
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The Inn at Pasatiempo is next door to the venue and a convenient option for accommodations. If you'd like to venture a little further out, there are plenty of options in Santa Cruz near the water, or in Los Gatos, which is on the valley side.
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How do I get to the venue?
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FROM SAN JOSE Take Highway 17 south towards Santa Cruz. Exit at Pasatiempo Drive. Turn right on Pasatiempo Drive after passing the Pasatiempo Inn. Proceed through the gate and stay to the right. Pasatiempo Drive will turn into Clubhouse Road; follow up the hill to the Hollins House on the right. Allow 45 minutes from San Jose. FROM SANTA CRUZ OR MONTEREY Take Highway 1 north towards Santa Cruz. Then take Highway 17 north towards San Jose. Exit at Pasatiempo Drive. Turn left over the overpass, then another left at the Pasatiempo Inn. Turn right at Pasatiempo Drive. Proceed through the gate and stay to the right. Pasatiempo Drive will turn into Clubhouse Road; follow up the hill to the Hollins House on the right Allow 10 minutes from downtown Santa Cruz and 50 minutes from Monterey.
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Where are you registered?
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Please see link above
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Should I bring gifts to the wedding?
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If you wish. We will have a place to set gifts down once you arrive. You may also contribute to the registry or the Honey Meyer fund.
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What food will be served?
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There will be a plated dinner, complete with a salad, main course and dessert.
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Can you accommodate dietary restrictions?
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Yes! Please let us know in advance of any food allergies.
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Is the wedding indoors or outdoors?
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The venue is an indoor/outdoor venue. While we plan to be outside as much as possible, if it rains, we will move the cocktail party and dinner inside.
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Will there be dancing or entertainment?
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Absolutely! Sam loves to have fun, Julia loves to dance, and we’ll have a DJ ready to keep the party going — all we need is you to bring the entertainment!
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Can I take photos or videos?
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Yes. However, please be respectful during the ceremony and keep photographs to a minimum then. We will have a professional onsite to capture the moment :)
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What should I do if I can’t attend?
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Update your RSVP as soon as possible. Drop us a little note, too, please.