FAQs

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Is Pullman driving distance from Seattle?

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Not really, unless you are planning a road trip. It is 4 hours and 45 minutes drive. Pullman is located on the other side of the state from Seattle and only 7 miles from the Idaho border.

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Why Pullman, Washington?

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Vivienne is a Washington State Cougar! She is a college professor at WSU. In addition, both of Chris' parents grew up just 10 miles down the road in Moscow, Idaho where both his grandfathers taught at the University of Idaho.

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How do I get there?

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See the travel page!

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Will transportation be provided to and from the venue?

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Yes, bus transportation will be provided from the Pullman Holiday Inn Express (see travel page) before the ceremony at 3:00 pm and 4:00 pm and during the reception (8:30 pm - 10:45 pm). Guests can leave their vehicle at the venue if they'd prefer to drive there but need a ride home. They will have to organize their own transportation back to the venue the next day. Carpool planning encouraged!

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What is the weather in Pullman in September?

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September in Pullman is typically very pleasant. Temperatures during the day will likely be in the mid-to-high 70s, which can feel very warm in the direct sunlight. Temperatures at night can be chilly and can drop into the 50s. Precipitation is unlikely but possible.

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What attire should I wear to the wedding?

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The wedding is semi-formal meaning kind of dressy but not super dressy (www.theknot.com/content/what-to-wear-semi-formal). The ceremony will be outdoors, so watch the weather. The reception will be inside the barn. Keep in mind, the weather may get cool at night.

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Will there be parking at the venue?

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Yes, there will be plenty of parking at the Red Barn Farms. For guests that plan to drink alcohol, please take the transportation we are providing to the Pullman Holiday Inn Express. You can leave your vehicle overnight.

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Is there a group rate for the hotel?

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Yes, it is at the Holiday Inn Express Pullman. There are 40 reserved rooms in the block. The discount ends on August 9, 2022. See the travel page for the link.