Aolani Catamaran Sailing

Catamaran Girls Day!

Manzanita Hollow

Rehearsal Dinner

Wedding Day

Tom Hams Lighthouse

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour

Reception

Wedding Attire - Formal "Black Tie Optional"

Our Wedding

Believe it or not, we met on Hinge—proving that sometimes, love really is just a swipe away! Before we even met in person, we spent a month talking for hours on the phone, building a connection that felt effortless and meant to be. Of course, our first date didn’t happen without a few obstacles (including Erika battling COVID for two weeks!), but when we finally met, David made sure it was unforgettable—taking Erika to one of San Diego’s finest restaurants, Mr. A’s, with a breathtaking view of the downtown skyline. It was an epic night that set the tone for everything to come. From the very beginning, David showed his heart—on our second date, he insisted on helping Erika put furniture together as she decorated her new apartment while starting a new chapter in life (yes, he’s that kind of guy!). And from there, our adventure truly began. We quickly became travel companions, including a Road trip thru Oregon and Washington, Las Vegas, (One of our absolute favorite spots to visit is Hofbräuhaus Las Vegas, where we share our love for German food, good beer, and the lively atmosphere—it’s become a must-visit on every trip!) Then our unforgettable trip to Boston (where we celebrated our birthdays and made Erika’s dream come true by seeing Andrea Bocelli live!), and even a mission trip to Mexico, where we built homes and served others—an experience that deepened our shared love for faith and giving back. Beyond our travels, one of the most special parts of our journey has been our Sunday dates at The Rock Church. These Sundays have become a cherished tradition—worshipping together, growing in our faith, and finding strength in God’s plan for us. It’s a time that continuously brings us closer and reminds us of the foundation of our love. We found joy in life’s little things—spending beach days together, walking along the shore, listening to the waves, and returning home to grill out! We fell in love over date nights at San Diego’s Candlelight string quartets, our shared love for Vivaldi, salsa dancing, and amazing food. (We both love to cook!) And of course, there’s our little angel, Ember, our sweet cat who quickly became David’s best buddy. Looking back, we can’t help but laugh at some of our earliest moments—like when David thought Erika was dodging his date requests by using “I have COVID” as an excuse. Or the unforgettable night when, instead of offering him a glass of water, Erika handed him an entire gallon jug (he still won’t let her live that one down!).Then came the most magical moment of all—David’s proposal. At our favorite beach spot, right by Tower 36 at Carlsbad Beach, he got down on one knee, with the waves crashing behind us, and asked Erika to spend forever together. It was the easiest "Yes!" ever. Through every adventure, every challenge, and every joy, we have built something truly special. We fought hard to get here, and we couldn’t be more grateful for the love we share. We can’t wait to celebrate this next chapter with all of you!

Our Story

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Wedding Party

Please call or text Erika with any questions!619- 414 -0325 Where should we stay after the wedding? Under the "Hotel" tab on this site, there is the Sheraton Hotel where we have blocked off rooms.The Hilton has also offered a 15% discount to all guests. What is the dress code? We would love to see our guests dress up with us! Formal (Black Tie Optional) attire is appropriate - Ladies (Long dresses/ fancy cocktail dresses/ dressy jumpsuits). Gentlemen are encouraged to wear a dark suit and tie. No, it's NOT going to be stuffy. (You know us too well, but we do like to put on the Ritz!) We can’t wait to celebrate with you in style!

Q + A

This hotel is right next door and walking distance to Tom Ham's Lighthouse! Guest Rooms are available at the discounted rate based upon availability and up to 80% hotel occupancy. Discounted rate is not available within 7 days of arrival. Guests will book via&nbsp;<a href="http://www.sandiegoairport.hilton.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.sandiegoairport.hilton.com</a>, Select dates and click Special Rates, enter&nbsp;corporate code:&nbsp;0110175,&nbsp;Then click check rooms and rates

Hilton San Diego Airport/Harbor Island

Room Reservation Procedures: Use the custom website created exclusively for our guests!&nbsp;Online: <a href="https://book.passkey.com/event/50975821/owner/563/home" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://book.passkey.com/event/50975821/owner/563/home</a> Call Reservation’s center at 1-888-236-2427&nbsp;and mention the name of event, "Elston/Lofy Wedding." *Specified room rates will be honored for Group's attendees three (3) days before and three (3) days after the dates included above based on availability. *Resort Fee: Room rates will be subject to a daily resort fee of $25 per room per night. (Reduced from $36) This fee will cover several amenities, which include: - Daily 1Hr/ Hatha/Vinyasa Yoga for 2 Guests-Daily 1Hr/ Standup Paddle Board Rental for 2 Guests-Daily 1Hr/ bike/Ebike rentals for 2 Guests-Daily 1 Hr/ Tennis, basketball and pickleball court access for 2 Guests-Daily 30-min Sauna use for 2 guests. (Includes lockers &amp; Showers)

Sheraton San Diego Resort

Other Areas To Stay!

If you are looking for alternative accommodations for our wedding, consider the "Hotel Circle" in Mission Valley. This area offers a wide selection of hotels to choose from and is conveniently located near the wedding venue.Other areas that are within a 20-minute drive of the venue include Downtown, Little Italy, Point Loma and Coronado.&nbsp;&nbsp;We hope you enjoy your stay in San Diego!

Erika + David

Erika + David

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