FAQs

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Is there transportation from the hotel to the venue?

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Yes - schedule to come

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Is there transportation from the venue back to the hotel?

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Yes - schedule to come

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Are kids welcomed?

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While we know that both sides have a couple of babies and kiddos, our wedding will be high school and up only. We don't want to be liable for any hearing loss, and we want everyone to enjoy the wedding and not chase their kids around.

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What is the dress code?

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Formal attire - Barongs and Ternos are welcomed and loved

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What is a barong and terno?

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A barong is a traditional formal wear for men in the Philippines, while a terno is for women.

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Is the Ceremony Outside?

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Yes, it is! Please dress for the weather. If heavy rain is forecasted, the ceremony will be pushed indoors into the Gingko Room.

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Are there going to be any Filipino traditions?

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Absolutely - the money dance is a guarantee, the cord and veil will be incorporated within the ceremony, and you can anticipate some line dancing with the classic Filipino songs.

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What is a money dance?

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This dance may be called different in other cultures, but guests may dance with Jim and/or Liz after pinning any amount of money on their clothes.

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What is the veil and cord tradition?

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Godparents drape a ceremonial lace veil over the bride’s head and the groom’s shoulder to symbolize being clothed as one. A ceremonial cord is then wrapped around the couple in a figure-eight pattern, which symbolizes an eternal bond of fidelity.