Travel time from Metro Manila to Batangas typically takes around 2.5 to 4 hours, depending on your starting point in Metro Manila, traffic conditions, and time of departure. Since guests will be coming from different areas across Metro Manila, we recommend allowing extra travel time to ensure a relaxed and smooth journey.
To make your visit easier, we’ve put together a list of nearby hotels and Airbnb suggestions for those looking for a more affordable and convenient option. You can find it under 'Travel' tab. We also chose our wedding location with you in mind. Being in Laiya means you can turn the trip into a mini-vacation. We hope you enjoy your stay prior and after our wedding day.
We recommend arriving 30 minutes before the ceremony to allow time for parking, settling in, and finding your seat. That's at least 2:30 PM! While for the ceremony, cocktail hour starts at 5PM.
We love pets and they’re welcome to join the celebration! However, El Jardin de Zaida, our reception venue, has specific pet guidelines and corresponding fees, so please let us know in advance if you’ll be bringing one. We’ll coordinate the requirements for you to make sure everything goes smoothly.
We request guests to follow a Garden Formal dress code. Gentlemen may wear suits, while ladies may opt for formal dresses in dressy fabrics. Inspired by the charm of Capri, our color story celebrates the beauty of Italian summers: fresh, bright, and full of life. Shades of lemon yellow, ocean blue, soft coral, terracotta, and warm orange.
We truly appreciate your understanding, but due to limited seating, we can only accommodate the guests listed on your invitation.
While we adore your little ones, our wedding will be an adults-only celebration unless otherwise specified in your invitation.
The celebration will run until around 10:00 PM, with dinner, music, and moments we look forward to sharing with you.
While we are incredibly grateful for any gift, we would prefer cash or gift cards. These will help us start our new life together and achieve our dreams, whether it's saving for a home, planning for future travels, or just enjoying a few fun experiences along the way.