Wedding Day

First Methodist Church

Ceremony

The Post Event Space

Reception To Follow

Our Wedding

Once Upon A Time

We met online and had many shared interests and similar moral viewpoints. What started as friends became more and now we are planning our Happily Ever After and cant wait to celebrate with you all!

Our Love Story

Our Story

Photos

Elaine H.

James M.

Emily G.

Daniel G.

Lauren M.

Adam C.

Samantha S.

Jacob N.

Eve A.

Elijah N.

CJ F.

Brandi N.

Wedding Party

Q + A

We have reserved a block of rooms at the Bask Hotel at Big Rock Landing, which is walking distance to the wedding ceremony and reception locations. CLICK for website www.baskhotel.com To Book Online: Select- Reservations+ box located on the upper right hand corner At the top click on- Add a Promo/Group Code Enter your code- HNW01162026 into the pop-up box Click- Start Planning Select the season in which you are trying to visit Enter check in and out dates Click next You will have a chance to enter your information to receive promotional emails. You can enter your information or hit skip this step at the top. The available room-types will come up, and you can proceed with your booking. *Please note that any custom variations of the guest's arrival and departure dates will be possible, providing that we have availability; however, they will have to be made by calling the hotel directly* CALL HOTEL DIRECTLY at 252-499-9200 to speak with reservations When calling they can use the group name Hughes-Nance Wedding or the personal group code- HNW01162026 along with the arrival and departure dates of their stay. Please bear in mind that the cut-off for this block is December 17 and any rooms not reserved will drop back into our Leisure inventory and would no longer be able to book online at the discounted group rate.

We have reserved a block of rooms here at a discounted group rate $93 for king studio and $103 for queen suite. Use room block code or call and tell them it’s for the Hughes-Nance wedding. Reservations must be placed by 5 pm on 12/17/25 to receive the discounted group rate. Located opposite Money Island Bay, this Morehead City Bask @ Big Rock Landing offers a free fitness center and newspapers. Jaycee Park, which is along North Carolinas Crystal Coast, is opposite the hotel. Each room is equipped with a flat-screen TV. Certain rooms have a seating area to relax in after a busy day. You will find a 24-hour front desk and free on-site parking at the property. Snack and drink vending machines are also available on site. Havelock is 16 mi from Bask @ Big Rock Landing, while Atlantic Beach is 2.1 mi from the property.

Bask Hotel at Big Rock Landing

A panoramic view of Bogue Sound Waterway can be admired from this Morehead City hotel. It features an outdoor pool, a fitness room and free Wi-Fi throughout the whole property. A free hot breakfast is offered daily at Hampton Inn Morehead City, and breakfast bags can be request if you are in a hurry. Several seafood restaurants and steakhouses are located within walking distance of the hotel. A large work desk and a handy computer lap desk are standard in Morehead City Hampton Inn’s accommodations. The bathrooms include free toiletries, a hairdryer and a Waterpick showerhead. Beaufort-Morehead City Airport is a 15-minute drive from Hampton Inn Morehead City. North Carolina State University is about half mile away.

Hampton Inn Morehead City

Atlantic Beach is 5 miles from this Morehead City hotel, which features an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Every room and suite provides free Wi-Fi. A microwave, fridge and coffee-making facilities are included in the spacious rooms and suites at Holiday Inn Express Hotel &amp; Suites Morehead City. They have cable TV and a desk. Guests can enjoy a breakfast buffet that includes eggs, bacon and cinnamon rolls. Morehead City Holiday Inn Express Hotel &amp; Suites also provides a business center. Located off Highway 70, this hotel is 2 miles from Brandywine Bay Country Club and 7 miles from Fort Macon State Park. Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point is 16 miles away.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Morehead Cty by IHG

With a stay at Beaufort Hotel NC in Beaufort, you'll be on the waterfront, just steps from Rachel Carson Reserve and a 5-minute drive from Beaufort Historic Site.  This aparthotel is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from North Carolina Maritime Museum and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Old Burying Ground Historic Cemetery. Make yourself at home in one of the 133 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private furnished balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature showers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers. Take advantage of recreational opportunities offered, including an outdoor pool, a fitness center, and bicycles to rent. This aparthotel also features complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands. Enjoy southern cuisine at 34° North Restaurant, a seafood restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Full breakfasts are available for a fee. Featured amenities include express check-out, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Beaufort? This aparthotel has facilities measuring 9652 square feet (897 square meters), including conference space.

Beaufort Hotel NC

Located in Atlantic Beach and with Atlantic Beach reachable within a few steps, DoubleTree by Hilton Atlantic Beach Oceanfront has concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. Featuring room service, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The property has a seasonal outdoor pool, indoor pool, fitness center and shared lounge. At the hotel, the rooms come with a balcony. All rooms have air conditioning and a flat-screen TV, and some rooms at DoubleTree by Hilton Atlantic Beach Oceanfront have a sea view. All rooms will provide guests with a fridge. At the accommodation guests are welcome to use a hot tub. Guests at DoubleTree by Hilton Atlantic Beach Oceanfront will be able to enjoy activities in and around Atlantic Beach, like hiking. A business center and vending machines with snacks and drinks are available on site at the hotel. Speaking English and Spanish at the 24-hour front desk, staff will be happy to provide guests with practical information on the area. Indian Beach is a few steps from DoubleTree by Hilton Atlantic Beach Oceanfront. Coastal Carolina Regional Airport is 37 miles from the property.

DoubleTree by Hilton Atlantic Beach Oceanfront

When you stay at Inlet Inn NC in Beaufort, you'll be in the historical district, within a 5-minute walk of North Carolina Maritime Museum and Beaufort Historic Site. This hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Rachel Carson Reserve and 7.4 mi (11.9 km) from Anchorage Marina. Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access, a fireplace in the lobby, and a vending machine. Featured amenities include a computer station, a library, and microwave in a common area. Free self parking is available onsite. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM. Make yourself at home in one of the 36 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Inlet Inn NC

Inn on Turner features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Beaufort. The property provides a concierge service, and organizing tours for guests. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at the hotel also provide guests with free WiFi, while some have a city view. All guest rooms at Inn on Turner include air conditioning and a closet. Breakfast is available daily, and includes American, vegetarian and vegan options. The area is popular for hiking and cycling, and bike rental is available at the accommodation. Inn on Turner also provides a business center and free private parking. Coastal Carolina Regional Airport is 39 miles away.

Inn on Turner

Coastal Carolina Regional Airport

Albert J Ellis Airport

Raleigh-Durham International Airport

Travel

Since we are hosting our wedding in the winter (off-season for tourism), our area's most popular attractions or activities are not going to be available, but here are some of our favorite year-round activities for you to peruse if interested!

Erica & Mike

Erica & Mike

Things to Do

Tryon Palace

Morehead City Waterfront

Fort Macon Beach & Historic Landmark

North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores

North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort

Core Sound Waterfowl Museum

Carolina Home & Garden

Mac Daddy's

Atlantic Station Cinema

Game On Escapes & More - Morehead