Azuridge Estate Hotel

Wedding Day

Wedding

Reception

How This Happened

For those of you that don't know.. Ed and I met in a hot tub in 2010. Simply put, I had high hopes of meeting a man with an accent and just so happened to attract one in what has now become the infamous yellow bikini. 

7 years later, after millions of Whatsapp video messages, tears shed, rendezvous in a multitude of destinations, beautiful memories, the world brought us to Emerald Lake Lodge, Field BC on a -32 degree day.







It was here that Edward figured would be the perfect opportunity to test out his new GoPro tripod. *Disclaimer* The tripod idea was actually mine from a previous tripod moment in Morocco wherein I thought Ed was getting down on one knee proposing on a hot air balloon ride, but instead was down on one knee picking up his GoPro Tripod.







Anyway... on this particularly freezing day of December 17th, Edward decided to take me out on a hike. What a lovely idea as hiking just so happens to be one of my least favourite things, however, with some incentive (a proposal) I'd climb Everest. As we shuffled along we quickly began to lose feeling in all extremities and all hair (including eyelashes and nose hair) had frozen. Despite this, we continued our hike and moved out onto the recently frozen lake, as requested by Edward to capture the "perfect photo." It was here that Ed set up his tripod and snapped a few quick photos of me and the spectacular mountain view behind. A few moments later, Edward walked up to me and said "This photo is going to be a little bit different..." And it was, and it was perfect. 







After squeezing each other, 17 squealing "OH MY GODs" and a "WELL PUT IT ON", Ed and I decided that there was no need to continue the hike.







Ed and I are simply ecstatic to celebrate with our family and friends as we continue writing the story of our love; We are getting married!

Kristina's Story...

Kristina and I met under the most unique of circumstance. 

Having spent many of my teenage years in my bedroom trying to build my business, it was my Mum and Dad whom insisted I go and get some life experience... 







The idea of qualifying as a ski instructor came from a very old friend of mine, Louise, whom insisted if I were to go anywhere, Banff would be the destination. 







Shortly after the conversations, I booked my trip in November, to leave in January.







We were staying in the Best Western (a truly fine establishment), and a very normal ritual routine for us would be after skiing we would soak in the hot tub to discuss the day with each other. 







To be truthful, for the first month or so, we never met anyone in the hot tub except ourselves, so it was the last place we would go if we wanted to chat with people we had never met before.







Until, one day in February, a few damn fine splendid young women walked down the stairs, headed for the hot tub. 







"Shotgun the one in the green bikini...", said one.







"Shotgun the one in the yellow...", said I. 







It was as if by magic, the one in the yellow bikini sat next to me, and we started to talk.







I had heard the British accent was a useful weapon to have in the armory, and the one I was talking to in the yellow bikini certainly confirmed that was the case.







For the remainder of the trip, we saw each other almost every weekend, and we would alternate, sometimes we would go to Calgary, other times they would come back to Banff.







The saying, "you never truly realise how much you love something until it's gone", certainly became a quote I would often remember thinking to myself as I knew the end of my trip was near. 







Throughout this trip, I was also working on my business, and I knew that if I continued to build my company, and grow it as fast as I can, I would have the means to come back and pursue the one person in the yellow bikini. 







That's exactly what happened. 







I would continue to come back and see her, and she would also make the trip to see me. 







Over the years, distance made the heart grow fonder, but I knew shortly after leaving Banff for the first time I would be back, and one day, this beautiful young lady in the yellow bikini would be my wife. 







Fast forward eight&nbsp;years, and it would seem the story is only just about to begin.







Kristina and I are getting married.

Edward's Story...

Our Story

Our Wedding

Azuridge Estate

Our Wedding Venue

For&nbsp;more information on the location visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.azuridgehotel.com">http://www.azuridgehotel.com</a>

Directions From Downtown Calgary

Travelling from Calgary&nbsp;(Fairmont Palliser Hotel Downtown)&nbsp;--&gt;&nbsp;Azuridge Estate

1. Head east on 9th Ave SW toward Centre St. S&nbsp;(300 m)



2. Use the right 2 lanes to turn right into 1 St SE&nbsp;(6.7 km)



3. Continue Straight to stay on Macleod Trail SE&nbsp;(3.6 km)



4. Continue Straight to stay on Macleod Trail SE&nbsp;(6.2 km)



5. Tale the Spruce Meadows Trail exit&nbsp;(250 m)



6. Keep left, follow signs for AB-22X W/Spruce Meadows Trail&nbsp;(500 m)



7. Keep right at the fork, follow signs for AB-22X W/Spruce Meadows Trail&nbsp;(21 km)



8. Turn left onto Prides Greens Dr&nbsp;(2.9 km)



9. Keep left ALL THE WAY UP THE HILL!&nbsp;(1.6 km)



10. YOU'VE MADE IT! SEE YOU AT THE AISLE!

The Location

Accommodation

Azuridge Transport

To Azuridge

The Shuttle


A Shuttle will be collecting people at the following addresses at the specific time mentioned below:









Residence Inn Marriott, 3710 Market Street SE, Calgary AB, T3M 2P2











The shuttle will arrive at a time TBC&nbsp;and will stay for 10 minutes before leaving.











If you are staying downtown, then the best location for you to take the shuttle from will be:











Fairmont Palliser,&nbsp;133 9th Avenue SW,&nbsp;Calgary AB, T2P 2M3











The shuttle will arrive at a time TBC&nbsp;and will stay for 10 minutes before leaving.











Please email us us@edwardandkristina.com if you would like to take the shuttle and we can ensure the shuttle does not leave without you!











If you are unable to get to either of these locations in time to get on the shuttle, you are able to get to Azuridge either by Uber or a Taxi.











It is unlikely Taxi's or Uber will pick up from Azuridge late at night, so we have also ensured we have shuttles leaving Azuridge at the following times, to the follow locations:











1. Location &&nbsp;Time TBC











2. Location &&nbsp;Time TBC











3. Location &&nbsp;Time TBC











If these pick up and drop off locations are not suitable for you, please do let us know and we can help ensure&nbsp;a separate vehicle is sent to pick you up.

Transport To & From Azuridge

Nasher Nash:&nbsp;Edward's Best Man &&nbsp;Father of the Groom, Future Father in Law, and Karaoke Legend.

Nasher Nash

Lauren Cumming: Maid of Honour, Sister of the Bride,&nbsp;(she tried to sell me when I&nbsp;was a baby) and Beau of Victor Carvalho.

Lauren Cumming 

Jordan Cumming:&nbsp;&nbsp;Groomsman,&nbsp;Brother of the Bride and Wine Connoisseur.

Jordan Cumming 

Olivia Nash: Bridesmaid, Sister of the Groom, World Traveller, and&nbsp;Wife of David Salaman

Olivia Salaman

Ginny Nash: Bridesmaid, Sister of the Groom, Professional Salsa Dancer and Beau of Thomas Sharp.

Ginny Nash

Victor Carvalho:&nbsp;Groomsman,&nbsp;Beau of Lauren Cumming, and bringing the&nbsp;&nbsp;Portuguese flava.

Victor Carvalho 

David Salaman:&nbsp;Groomsman, &nbsp;World Traveller, Husband of Olivia Nash.

David  Salaman 

Immy Nash: Bridesmaid, Sister of the Groom, Professional vocalist For DJ&nbsp;SYAO, and&nbsp;Beau of Charlie Rogers.&nbsp;

Immy Nash

Thomas Sharp:&nbsp;Groomsman, Beau of Ginny Nash,&nbsp; and&nbsp;soon to be Medical Graduate!&nbsp;

Thomas Sharp

Charlie Rogers, Groomsman, Beau of Immy Nash, and Car Enthusiast.&nbsp;

Charlie Rogers 

Wedding Party

Photos

Registry

Q + A

Wedding Block Name: Cumming/Nash Wedding Block







1 King (photo attached)&nbsp;- $149.00 CAD 











2 Queen&nbsp;- $159.00 CAD&nbsp;*TO BOOK: Call 1-587-349-7599 and include our "Wedding Block Code." *

These rooms are reserved on a first come first serve basis!&nbsp;

Courtyard by Marriott Calgary South

Anywhere downtown Calgary is a great place to stay, and&nbsp;we will be providing a&nbsp;shuttle service to and from HOTEL ARTS&nbsp;downtown.

Anywhere downtown Calgary

A great central location in downtown&nbsp;Calgary.

Fairmont Palliser

Please check Airbnb in and around the Priddis area to book accommodation close to Azuridge.

Airbnb's in Priddis, AB, Canada 

Travel

As described by Tourism Alberta:&nbsp;

You have seen photos of the lake but they haven’t prepared you for how it feels to experience it yourself. Rounding the corner, the sight of the emerald green water and rugged peaks and glaciers hits you viscerally. You’ve never seen anything so dramatically beautiful. Late in the day, with the glowing sun dropping behind Mount Victoria, it is quiet and still. As you wander around the lakeside path it seems like the whole scene is for just you to enjoy. It is a feeling you will remember forever.

Lake Louise

This is where we got engaged, it's a stunning place in BC, just a few hours drive from Calgary.

Again, another quick intro to Emerald Lake: 

Emerald Lake is one of the most admired destinations in&nbsp;<a href="http://www.field.ca/yohonationalpark/" title="Yoho National Park in the Canadian Rockies">Yoho National Park</a>, with an unmatched diversity of both activities and landscapes suited to the enthusiastic traveler. It was discovered in 1882, when famed mountain guide Tom Wilson was led lakeside while rounding up a group of horses that had gone astray, and was immediately taken by the vivid Emerald-coloured waters.

Emerald Lake Lodge

From the Banff Tourism board: Summer in Banff and Lake Louise is&nbsp;all about sunshine, mountain adventures, and moments full of vibrant beauty. It is a chance to take a break from your daily routine and find fun and rejuvenation. Try something you never have before, like rock climbing or horseback riding. Be wowed by the spectacular beauty of Banff National Park’s mountains, lakes, and valleys on a scenic drive or helicopter flight. Unwind beside a campfire under the starry sky. It is time to connect with nature and truly relax.

Banff

Canmore is an authentic mountain community, where&nbsp;people from all walks of life live; including an impressive list of accomplished mountaineers, and Olympic athletes.&nbsp; Here, you can take in the one-of-a-kind boutiques, eclectic art galleries or just enjoy the atmosphere without crowds of tourists huddled on jam-packed streets. In fact, in Canmore, laid back is a way of life. Even the rock climbers here like to put up their feet at a local pub after a thrill-packed day on a vertical cliff. That’s the beauty of Canmore!

Edward & Kristina

Edward & Kristina

Photos