Crystal Springs Resort

Rehearsal Dinner

Wedding Day

After Party

Summer

Minerals Hotel Shuttle Schedule

4:00 PM – First shuttle from Minerals Hotel4:20 PM – Second shuttle from Minerals Hotel 11 PM – Shuttle from Grand Cascades to Minerals Hotel 11 PM through the after party – Shuttle available on call

Our Wedding

A story that began in a dark and dingy place that has turned into seven years of bright and beautiful love! On a September 23rd, 2017, on a University of Maryland game day, Ally and James met in the corner of The Cornerstone Grill &amp; Loft in College Park, MD. Ally didn't want to go to the bar that day, but her friend Sophia convinced her to go. She had heard of James but wasn't initially interested. However, disgusted at the color of James's bright blue drink he was consuming that day, Ally peeled her feet off of the sticky bar floor and made her way over to ask what the concoction was. The two immediately clicked. That same day, knowing that Ally's sorority formal was coming up, James decided to tell (not ask) Ally that he was going to be her date. Truthfully, Ally didn't think that he was going to remember telling her that the next day, but thankfully he did, and thats how their story began. The two spent most days and weekends together after that and had their first real date at Panera, where Ally ordered mac and cheese because she was too nervous to eat anything else. During that date, James asked Ally to be his date to his fraternity event, where he (finally) asked Ally to be his girlfriend. Ally and James have enjoyed so many of life's moments together since then. First times meeting friends and families, first apartments, first internships, first jobs, first trips to Europe—there have been so many amazing memories shared as best friends! As most of you know, Ally and James have lived a bit all over the place, from College Park, then Baltimore, Hoboken, NYC, Montville, NYC (again), and now Hoboken (again), but the two have always been partners no matter the distance, whether it was walking five minutes down the road to get to each other or traveling to and from NJ and Maryland. On July 7, 2024, on Allys grandpas 85th birthday, James asked Ally to marry him on Hilton Head Island — a place that the two fell in love with during their road trip down there during COVID. Before heading to dinner, they walked down a nearby dock, where James got down on one knee while a violinist played Isn't She Lovely. Ally said yes, while wearing blue of course, in front of a dinner cruise ship full of people, and according to Ally's grandpa, it was the best birthday gift ever. Today, the two have settled into their Hoboken apartment — perhaps a little too settled because they often just want to sit on the couch and watch the latest limited series or trashy reality show together. They enjoy taking walks together (Ally probably enjoys more than James), traveling, trying new foods, making cocktails, drinking wine, and spending time with their friends and families. They are truly blessed to have found each other and to have friends and families in their lives that mean so much to them! They cannot wait to celebrate their love with you all.

It Started with Blue

Our Story

Over the Years

From College Park, to Baltimore, NYC, Hoboken, and beyond! 

Photos 

The Bridal Party

Jenna Reit

Maddie Reit

Ashley Tanchak

Elizabeth Whitehurst

Katie Antinucci

Larissa Iellimo

Madison Sarisky

Morgan Machiski

Tasneem Amer

Taylor Dotterweich

The Groomsmen

Will D'Angelo

Colin Regan

Charlie Smith

Chase Lynch

Mason Jacobs

Nick Jacobs

Patrick Regan

Sam Salberg

Taylor Whitehurst

Wedding Party

Q + A

Where to Stay

This is where all wedding day events will take place! A limited number of guest rooms have been set aside at Crystal Springs Resort. You can book one night instead of two if you prefer. To reserve your hotel accommodations, simply call 866.921.0422, choose prompt #2, and mention the name of your event. Requests must be received at least 45 days prior to your arrival date and are on a first come, first serve basis. You will have access to the amenities before check in and after check out. NOTE: As rooms fill up, we will look to release more rooms, as available. However, we encourage you to book as soon as possible.

Grand Cascades Lodge

This is another property on Crystal Springs Resort (approx. 7 min. from Grand Cascades Lodge). There will be a complimentary shuttle provided from here to Grand Cascades Lodge and back. You will have access to the amenities before check in and after check out. We recommend asking for early check in and coming early to get ready and ensure you can make it to the ceremony on time. 4:00 PM – First shuttle from Minerals Hotel4:20 PM – Second shuttle from Minerals Hotel 11 PM – Shuttle from Grand Cascades to Minerals Hotel 11 PM through the after party – Shuttle available on call A limited number of guest rooms have been set aside at Crystal Springs Resort. You can book one night instead of two if you prefer. To reserve your hotel accommodations, simply call 866.921.0422, choose prompt #2, and mention the name of your event. Requests must be received at least 45 days prior to your arrival date and are on a first come, first serve basis. NOTE: As rooms fill up, we will look to release more rooms, as available. However, we encourage you to book as soon as possible!

Minerals Hotel

Quality Inn Near Mountain Creek

The Appalachian at Mountain Creek

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Newton Sparta, an IHG Hotel

Hampton Inn Matamoras/Milford

Airbnb

If you are staying at Crystal Springs Resort: Grand Cascades Lodge, there will be no need for travel; everything is on the property. If you are staying at Crystal Springs Resort: Minerals Hotel (approx. 7 min. from the Grand Cascades Lodge), there will be a complimentary shuttle service. More information on shuttles to come! If you are staying elsewhere, we encourage you to plan to use a ride share app (i.e., Lyft or Uber), car service, or designated driver. There will be parking available at the resort. If you plan to use a ride share app, please allow yourself plenty of time to call a car/get to the venue on time.

Transportation

If you'll be flying in from far away for our wedding, thank you from the bottom of our hearts for making the trip! It means so much to have you be a part of our special day. The closest major airport to the venue is Newark Liberty International Airport (approx. 1 hour from the venue).

Travel

Activities and Dining at Crystal Springs Resort

Note: You will have access to amenities and activities from 12 PM on the day of check-in until 5 PM on the day of check-out.

Allison & James

Allison & James

A&J

Wedding Day

After Party

Minerals Hotel Shuttle Schedule