FAQs

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COVID-19 Policies

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We ask that everyone please be fully vaccinated against COVID-19- get your booster! Masks will not be required, but please keep your personal health and safety in mind and feel free to wear if desired. As we get closer to the date of the wedding, we will evaluate the need for COVID-19 testing for our guests. If you're feeling sick, please stay home. We'll share photos of our weekend for you to enjoy at a later time!

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Can I bring a plus one?

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Due to capacity limits at the wedding venue, we are not allowing any plus ones on Friday, unless they are included in your invitation. However, your plus one is more than welcome to attend the Welcome Reception and any additional weekend events. Please let us know if you plan to bring a guest to the Welcome Reception or Night Out.

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Can I bring kids or pets?

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Unfortunately, kids and pets are not allowed at The Lautner Compound.

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What time should I arrive to the wedding venue?

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Be prompt! Doors will open at 4pm and we would like all guests seated by 4:20pm. Light beverages will be available upon arrival.

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How do I get to the wedding venue?

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The Lautner Compound is about a 20 - 25 minute drive from Palm Springs. We recommend calling an Uber or Lyft significantly ahead of time due to wait times. There is also free parking on site if you do not plan to drink. We will have buses to take everyone back to Palm Springs at 10pm, see question below.

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How do we get from the wedding venue to Palm Springs?

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We will have a bus taking everyone back from The Lautner Compound to The Margaritaville Resort Palm Springs at 10pm. Please do NOT take Uber or Lyft from The Lautner Compound as our venue does not allow rideshare pick ups due to noise restrictions. Bus 1 Schedule as follows: 09:30 PM - Bus 1 Arrives @ The Lautner Compound 10:15 PM - Bus 1 Departs to The Margaritaville 10:35 PM - Bus 1 Arrives @ The Margaritaville 11:30 PM - Bus 1 Departs to Chill Bar 11:40 PM - Bus 1 Arrives @ Chill Bar 01:45 AM - Bus 1 Departs to The Margaritaville 02:00 AM - Bus 1 Arrives @ The Margaritaville Bus 2 Schedule as follows: 09:30 PM - Bus 2 Arrives @ The Lautner Compound 10:15 PM - Bus 2 Departs to The Margaritaville 10:35 PM - Bus 2 Arrives @ The Margaritaville 10:45 PM - Bus 2 Departs to Chill Bar 10:55 PM - Bus 2 Arrives @ Chill Bar 11:00 PM - Bus 2 Departs to 155 W. Hermosa Place 11:15 PM - Bus 2 Arrives @ 155 W. Hermosa Place

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Where do I make my dinner selection for the wedding reception?

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Dinner will be served family-style at the wedding reception, so there is no need to pre-select your entrée. Main course options will include chicken and a vegetarian risotto.

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What should I wear to the wedding?

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Desert Wedding Chic: a festive mix of semi-casual paired with light colors, comfortable for dancing into the night. - Suits and tuxes are not required - No flip flops - Hats are okay if they complement your outfit (no baseball caps, please) - Recommended colors: desert green, beige, sand, black, and white (yes! white is OK) It can get cold in the evening, so bring a sweater or light jacket. The entire event is outdoors.

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Will the wedding venue be inside or outside?

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The wedding venue is 100% outdoors. There is no indoor space, except the restrooms and greenroom for the wedding party.

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What happens after the wedding reception?

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We may go out to the bars after the reception ends at 10pm, but there is no official event.

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What are you doing Saturday and Sunday?

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On Saturday night, we secured dedicated space and bottle service at Chill Bar, a local nightclub. If you’re still in town, please join us for drinks and a dance. It’s indoors only with loud music. We understand if you can’t make it due to COVID concerns. We'll post our plans for the rest of the weekend once we know more if you want to join us. However, we are purposely keeping the schedule light so you can enjoy the desert.

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What will the weather be like in Palm Springs?

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March is one of the best months in the desert with temperatures in the 80s to 90s during the day. Bring a light jacket or sweater on the day of the wedding as it could get as cool as 50 after the sun sets.

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Who should I contact if I have more questions?

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You can contact either Stephen or Nick up to the week prior to the wedding. Starting March 19, 2022, please contact Victor Anderson-Villalobos at (206) 227-5373 for more information so the grooms can focus on the wedding.

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Do you have a hotel block? Where do you recommend I stay?

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Please see the travel section of the wedding website for more details.