Yes, he will make an appearance for photos and a portion of the festivities.
Can we take the subway?
Yes - St. Demetrios is a block away from 30th Ave stop for the N and W trains.
To get to the Ravel Hotel/Long Island City from Astoria, you can take the N train to Queensboro Plaza station. This station is about a 12-14 minute walk from the Ravel hotel.
The Ravel Hotel is also a short walk from the the 21 St-Queensbridge stop for the F train (8-10 min walk away) and the Court Sq. -23 St. stop for the 7, E, F, and G trains (about a 10-12 min walk).
Please be aware that the Ravel hotel is in a somewhat industrial area. Therefore, some of our guests may prefer to take a Lyft/Uber/taxi to and from the venue at night.
Valet parking will also be available at the Ravel the night of the wedding.
Is there a break between the ceremony and the reception?
Yes! You will have about two hours between the ceremony and reception to relax, grab food, take photos etc. If you are not sure what to do/where to go, please reach out to Liz (or one of her cousins if it is the day of the wedding) and they will make sure you are taken care of!
What's the best way to get to Brooklyn from Astoria/Long Island City?
Drive or take a Lyft. The subway is an option, but much slower because the train will go through Manhattan first.
What's the best way to get to Manhattan from Astoria/Long Island City?
Take the subway or (depending on cost) a Lyft.
Is there on-site parking?
St. Demetrios (the ceremony location) only has street parking. The Ravel Hotel (the reception location) has a parking lot for hotel guests and complimentary valet parking for all wedding attendees.