Travel Note
We reserved a block of rooms in the Christiana/Newark, Delaware area for our out-of-town guests. This location is local to us as there are no hotel accommodations near the venue. We recommend booking early, as availability is limited. Primary Hotel Block Hilton Wilmington/Christiana 📍 100 Continental Drive, Newark, DE 19713 Room block name: Gibson-Kennedy Wedding Booking deadline: August 10th, 2026 How to book: Use the booking link below, or Call the hotel directly and mention the Gibson-Kennedy Wedding, you will need the code 94C. 👉 Https://www.hilton.com/en/attend-my-event/gibson-kennedy-wedding/ 📞1(302)454-1500 This hotel is conveniently located near major highways and is approximately: 50–55 minutes from Mount Harmon Plantation (wedding venue) (transportation is complimentary, please review additional details below) Additional Nearby Options If the room block fills or you prefer another option, there are several hotels nearby in the Christiana / Newark area. 1. Hampton Inn & Suites Wilmington/Christiana 2. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington–Newark 3. SpringHill Suites Newark Downtown 4. Four Points by Sheraton Newark/ Christiana/ Wilmington
Shuttle
September 12, 2026 3:30 pm - 2:30 am
We are pleased to offer complimentary shuttle transportation for our guests between the hotel, wedding venue, and after-party locations. Our shuttle is here to make things easy! Hop on or off at any stop during the night—no need to ride it to the venue to catch a ride later. (Please note- you do not have to stay at the hotel to utilize the shuttle) To the Wedding Pick-up: 3:30 PM From the main entrance of the hotel Arrival at venue: Approximately 4:30 PM Ceremony begins: 5:00 PM Return Shuttle & After Party Return pick-up from venue: Between 10:30–11:00 PM The shuttle will make a stop at the after party in Chesapeake City. If you would like to join us for the after party, please exit the shuttle there and keep the celebration going! If not, you may remain on the shuttle for direct return to the hotel. Late-Night Shuttle For guests attending the after party, a late-night shuttle will be available: Pick-up from Chesapeake City: Between 1:30–2:00 AM Final drop-off at the hotel: Approximately 2:00–2:30 AM We encourage guests to take advantage of the shuttle service to enjoy the evening safely and comfortably.