The Wine Room

Rehearsal Dinner

The Banyon Hotel Rooftop Bar

Wedding Welcome

Coffee and Pastries

The Heitman House

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Reception

Our Wedding

Brett and Dana officially met for the first time in August 2016 while attending Guilford College in Greensboro NC. They were introduced by Dana's roommate Gabi at a back to school hang out at Dana's suite in Bryan Hall. The pair began to hangout more in the Spring semester in 2017 and became friends. In the fall 2017, they had a mutual class and sat next to each other. This class was every Tuesday and Friday so they would discuss Monday and Thursday night football together and that was enough for Brett to be interested in becoming more than friends. Brett even enrolled to be a participant in Dana's thesis research. He would hang out with her in the microbiology lab late night and weekends before finally going on a first date. They went to Jam's Deli in November 2017 which would become a regular spot for them. Dana and Brett greatly enjoyed their time together dating during Dana's super senior year and Brett's senior year at Guilford making lots of memories and building their relationship. The couple would do long distance starting August 2019 when Dana moved to Fort Myers FL to start PA school. Brett would move out of North Carolina for the first time and join Dana one year later in August 2020. Dana and Brett consider themselves lucky that they were able to live with Dana's parents Rick and Lisa for an extended period of time while Dana was in school so they could save up. The couple's favorite thing they ever did was get a puppy together in June 2022. There were many names discussed but ultimately Brett was satisfied with the name Harper. They both love Harper so much and feel that she has brought so much love and light into their lives. Thankfully, after all the saving, Brett and Dana were able to purchase their first home in September 2022 in Fort Myers FL. On February 4, 2023, Brett asked Dana to marry him by the bay in Naples FL. They are both so excited to be able to celebrate with all of their families and closest friends during their favorite time of year in Florida. Naturally their wedding will take place during Pro Bowl weekend not to interfere with the SuperBowl .

Dana and Brett's Love Story

Our Story

Photos

Gabriela Silva

Mitchell Stumpo

Beth Wolf

Steven Lemmo

Michelle Goble

Cam Sabido

Sarah Johnson

Zack Craft

Samantha Gillette

Stephen Gillette

Allison Piercy

Bret Waskiewicz

Megan Gardner

Thomas Siliato

Wedding Party

Q + A

We recommend reserving your room as early as possible as this is a busy travel weekend to Fort Myers. Call hotel directly at 239-337-3446 to make individual reservation on wedding block. Mention WWW block. Cannot book block online at this time. You may book a room online at normal rate and be discounted to block rate at Check-In when mentioning our wedding. Must reserve room(s) by 12/01/23 to get block price and guaranteed availability. The Hotel was bought by Hilton with a transition in place January 2024. If you have any difficulty booking, please reach out to Dana or Lisa Waskiewicz.

The Banyan Hotel Fort Myers Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Recently renovated. Short 5 minute walk from downtown shops and restaurants, enjoy a free parking, free hot breakfast and WiFi along with the fitness center and outdoor pool. Cutoff date to book is January 12, 2024. The booking link is posted however the Group Code is - CHHWSW - if you have any issues. Please contact Lisa Waskiewicz (Dana's mom) at Lisawask@gmailcom if you have any questions.

Hampton by Hilton

Travel

Taking place Friday February 2 - Sunday February 4, 2024 on the waterfront in historic downtown Fort Myers. Enjoy exceptional art by over 200 artists, lively entertainment, and delicious food.

Art fest Fort Mysers

Places to Eat

Downtown House of Pizza 

Located less than 5 minutes walking from the hotelOpen 10 AM - 2 AM<a href="downtownhouseofpizza.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">downtownhouseofpizza.com</a>

Millennial Brewing Co

Located 10 minutes walking from the hotel. Good drinks and Food trucks.<a href="millennialbrewing.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">millennialbrewing.com</a>

10 Twenty Five

Located less than 5 minutes walking from the hotel. Homestyle scratch food, crafted cocktails.<a href="10twentyfive.net" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">10twentyfive.net</a>

Cabos Cantina Taco & Tequila Bar

Located 5 minutes walking form the hotel. Modern Mexican Scratch Kitchen <a href="caboscantinafl.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">caboscantinafl.com</a>

Ford's Garage

Located 5 minutes walking from the hotel. The best burgers and gear head atmosphere<a href="fordsgarageusa.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">fordsgarageusa.com</a>

The Lodge

Located 5-10 minutes walking from the hotel. Sports bar atmosphere, BBQ and Brews. <a href="thelodgefl.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">thelodgefl.com</a>

Bars

Rooftop Sky Bar

Located inside the hotel (The Banyon)

Beacon Social Drinkery

Rooftop Bar located inside the Luminary Hotel, 5-10 minutes walking from the hotel.

Cigar Bar

Located 5 minutes walking form the hotel

Firestone Grill Room, Martini Bar & Skybar

Rooftop Bar located 5-10 minutes walking from the hotel. Elevated cuisine and bar scene.<a href="firestonefl.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">firestonefl.com</a>

The Wine Bar

Located less than 5 minutes walking from the hotel. Wine and Beer only, can bring in outside food.

Dana + Brett