FAQs
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Covid Testing?
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Should I take a Covid test before the wedding? Please do! We have several immunocompromised guests attending this event, and we are kindly asking everyone to test in consideration of these guests.
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Food Allergies?
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The reception meal is family style, and I have a food allergy or dietary restriction. How do I communicate this to the caterer? Please include a description of your allergy in your RSVP. We will ensure the reception dinner accommodates al allergies and diets.
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Footwear?
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What type of footwear is appropriate for the event? All footwear! The ceremony and cocktail hour will take place outdoors on the lawn. Please wear whatever will be most comfortable for you.
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Accommodations?
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Do you have any lodging recommendations? We have a discount code with the Holiday Inn Portland by the Bay. You can find details about how to reserve rooms with our wedding discount on the travel tab of this website. We have listed some alternate options on the travel tab, including AirBnb, Vrbo, Westin Harborview, and the Black Elephant Hostel.
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Venue and Event?
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What do I need to know about the venue and event? Arabella Estate is in Buxton, Maine, approx. 35 minutes from the Holiday Inn in Portland. The ceremony and cocktail hour will take place outdoors on the lawn; we recommend you bring an extra layer in case the weather turns cool! This is a more rural location, so please take this into consideration if you have any seasonal allergies. The reception meal and dancing will be held indoors. We encourage you to go to Arabella Estate's website for more details!