The Carolina Inn

Wedding Day

Our Wedding

After what felt like an eternity of texting back and forth, Doug and Faith took a chance on a first date and haven't looked back since! Recalling that evening at Sidebar in Cary, North Carolina, they both knew right away that they had discovered something special. Not wanting the date to end so soon, Doug suggested heading next door for dinner at Pizzeria Faulisi where conversation continued--turning into future dates, decisive debates over a Tar Heel and Wolfpack rivalry, and eventually dreams of a future.&nbsp; While they agree they knew by the first date they would be together forever, as time went on, moments continued to solidify their assuredness. Faith often jokes she knew Doug was "the one" when shortly after they began dating, she sent him a picture of her flat tire. Within minutes, Doug scheduled not one, but three appointments for a prompt tire repair. As for Doug, he knew after their first weekend away in Austin, Texas, when he quickly realized Faith shared the same passion for travel, as well as the great outdoors. In fact, since dating, Faith has successfully embraced the world of fly fishing, securing two fish at once, which she's since learned is a feat not to be taken lightly. On second thought, that is when Doug really knew he was head-over-heels in love with Faith!&nbsp; Whether hiking, catching a hockey game, or boating the open waters, Doug and Faith are eager to continue embracing life's adventures together. So much so that as the Summer of 2024 came to an end, Doug proposed to Faith in Beaufort, North Carolina. This was a complete surprise to Faith, who thought she was going for a weekend away to cruise the crystal waterways as Doug's co-captain. Instead, she became his proud and over-the-moon fiancé. Needless to say, while they've had the pleasure of wading the waters of Bristol and beholding the breathless beauty of Canadian mountain peaks, the Carolina Coast will now always hold the number one spot in their traveling hearts.&nbsp; And since that day, they've continued to grow as one by getting to know the friends and family dearest to them. They have a lot of love to share as they begin the next phase of their journey, and they can't wait to celebrate with you in March. It's certain to be a memorable time!&nbsp;

Our Story

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Wedding Party

Q + A

Room Block: You can book by calling the hotel at (984) 276-1756, or by going online.&nbsp;

The Carolina Inn, a Destination by Hyatt Hotel

Travel

Coker Arboretum

Morehead Planetarium and Science Center

North Carolina Botanical Garden

Things to Do

Registry

Your presence is the only gift we need! If you'd like to do more, please consider donating to one of the following organizations.&nbsp; <a href="https://www.alz.org/?form=FUNDHYMMBXU" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Alzheimer’s Association</a> <a href="https://www.heart.org/?form=FUNELYZXFBW" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">American Heart Association</a> <a href="https://4agc.com/donate/helene" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Feeding the Carolinas</a> or<a href="https://www.nowomannogirl.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The No Women, No Girl Initiative</a>*A Raleigh based nonprofit. The No Woman, No Girl Initiative was birthed out of the need to target minority women and girls who disproportionately fall marginalized to a lack of accessibility and affordability in what they need to survive.

Wedding Registry

Faith & Doug

Faith & Doug

Things to Do

Coker Arboretum

Morehead Planetarium and Science Center

North Carolina Botanical Garden