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Wedding Day

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Our Wedding

October 4, 2018:A handsome man and a lovely lady undergo a scavenger hunt at Publix then go to dinner at "Beauty and the Beeeeeef". You'll see the list from the scavenger hunt in these pictures. The restaurant closed after the pandemic though. Now it only lives in our memory. April 6, 2024:The same handsome man asks the same lovely lady if she'll marry him. She cries and says yes. Our story has been a long one, of ups and downs, but both of us knew that we'd found a person whom we could be ourselves with - silly, hyper, impulsive, adventurous, and weird. Together, we love to travel; to live experiences that will always bring back a happy memory. We've built a home (now that we have a puppy) and work each day to keep it full of love and laughter. Each of you know us and love us, separately. We look forward to your learning to love us as one!

Our Story

Sister of the bride - life of every party. Look for her on the dance floor!

Nina Karina Rocha

Cousin of the bride - ask her where she last visited. It's likely on your bucket list. 

Catherine Raga

Best friend of the bride since high school. Mischievous and kind hearted, you'll find no better person to spark a conversation!

Justus Michael Johnson

Friend of the bride - first person to know that Chris and Natasha were dating. Ask her for the story of Will and Rocco's Tacos.

Selina Adele Bohland

Best friend of the groom since elementary school. 

Rory Allan Naeve

Father of the groom - most likely has a cool project underway. 

Michael Philip Pait

Sister of the groom. Florida native that moved to the cold land of Michigan. Offer her a warm hug, she's probably cold right now. 

Rebecca Christine Snyder

Coworkers by chance, camping buddies by choice! Whether it's talking tools or hanging hammocks, Chris is happy to share a smile. 

Christopher Angel Ortiz

Wedding Party

This is the closest international airport to the venue. For those of you flying in, it's less than 70 miles away.

Orlando International Airport

This is another close-by international airport. About 110 miles away from the venue (2 hours).

Palm Beach International Airport

There are plenty of other hotels/accommodations in the area and a few hotels that are closer to the venue. If you have never been to Melbourne, we suggest the two hotels below to give you a good sense of this quiet Florida town. We've blocked off the whole weekend for anyone that might like to spend some extra time in Central Florida, but stay as long as you'd like!

This hotel is 15 minutes away from the venue and in the middle of Downtown Historic Melbourne. Lots of cute little shops all within walking distance, in case you're looking for some R&amp;R prior to or after our special day. Please book by November 3rd, 2025.

Hotel Melby Downtown Melbourne, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

If you wanted to make a mini-vacation out of the hotel stay, every morning will be ocean sunrises as this hotel is right on the water. Only 25 minutes away from the venue. Parking rate per night is a mandatory $16. Please book by October 30th, 2025.

Hilton Melbourne Beach Oceanfront

Travel

We'll be wed in a tiny town called Grant-Valkaria. However, there are plenty of fun things to do in the Melbourne Beach area and the other Space Coast beaches. A few are below, but feel free to look up other fun things to do in the East Central Florida area!

Cape Canaveral Area

If you're looking for something fun to see while you're near the space coast- head to the Kennedy Space Center! A great place to learn about the history and future of Space Exploration!

John F. Kennedy Space Center

Take a day to explore some wildlife at the zoo! Or, rent a kayak and paddle the kayak trail at the zoo too.

Brevard Zoo

If you feel like spending time outdoors, this park has boardwalk for a leisurely stroll through Florida's ecosystems - gopher tortoises, bobcats, and gators. Oh my!

Turkey Creek Sanctuary

Sebastian Area

If you're wanting to learn some history while you're in town, this museum is right up your alley. Learn why we call this area of Florida the "Treasure Coast"!

McLarty Treasure Museum

If you want to see some sea birds, stop by Pelican Island! You're bound to spot some of the locals and maybe a few migrating fowl.

Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge

If you're feeling extra adventurous, try jumping out of a perfectly good airplane!

Christopher & Natasha