Hard Rock Hotel Riviera Maya

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour

Reception

Winter

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Our Wedding

Brandon & Felicia’s love story takes place over 4 states, 2 years, and more miles than they would like to count. They met thanks to their mutual best friend, Caitlyn (If you don’t know Caitlyn yet, you will by the end of our wedding trip). Caitlyn spent time getting to know Felicia while at Central College and as a fellow teammate on the soccer team. Caitlyn met Brandon while working as a graduate assistant at St. Cloud State University.   While Felicia was visiting Caitlyn in St. Cloud she introduced her to Brandon briefly, but timing wasn't quite right for the two. Later on that year while out for drinks, Caitlyn invited Brandon on a group trip to Zion National Park that was planned for that upcoming summer along with Felicia & Caitlyn’s girlfriend, Chloe. Brandon happily accepted & used it as an excuse to message Felicia & get to know her better since they were about to spend 10 days together on a cross country trip. The two immediately felt the chemistry & texting soon led to FaceTimes until they finally met in Iowa for their first date. There was no looking back after that, and with the success of the road trip they started dating, even though they lived 1100 miles apart.   Throughout the next year there were many FaceTime dates, flights, & car rides to see each other until Brandon moved from the wasteland of North Dakota, to the beautiful southwest with Felicia (where it’s never below freezing. EVER.). Brandon proposed soon after at Los Poblanos, a place very special to them. The two have built a beautiful life together so far & look forward to their future by each other’s side.

Our Story

Photos

Second born but first one to have his life together. If this were House of the Dragon he would be the Aemond to the groom's Aegon. The groom wouldn't be who he is today without him.

Tyler Snoberger

Really bad at texting, SUPER great person. Still unsure how the bride got a friend as great as her.

Emma Munger

More like a brother than a friend. Not sure he could ever beat the groom in basketball, but that's about the only way the groom will ever be any better than Clay.

Clay Mackenthun

Tolerated the bride as her college roommate for FOUR WHOLE years.

Kalee Iversen

Whether its a party in Fortnite or Call of Duty, or playing basketball back in Council Bluffs, Brody is the biggest smack talker this side of the Mississippi. He has been an extremely valued companion on nights while the bride is away during her PA rotations. 

Brody Guerdet

Not afraid to use her teacher voice to keep the bride in line.

Jackie Ashbacher

A true friend since freshman year of college and the only person crazy enough to go along with all the bride's outrageous ideas.

Kayla Dowell

The friend that keeps getting better & better. . . some would say she deserves a “most improved” award year after year!

Lauren Goeke

Taylor & the bride share the same great-grandparents, as well as the same aspiration to be as fun & care-free as the bride’s grandmother, Janet. No Shudak gathering is ever complete without an appearance from Taylor & the bride. When it’s just one of them, they are quick to call the other and spill the tea.

Taylor Stern

Caitlyn is the reason we are able to have this celebration in the first place. We are honored to have her be the person responsible for overseeing the ceremony . . . if it goes well. 

Caitlyn Champ

Wedding Party

We are so excited to have you join us to celebrate our marriage! For all hotel accommodations, please book using <a href="https://www.reservhotel.com/cancun-mexico/hard-rock-riviera-maya-hacienda/booking-engine/ibe5.main?hotel=10408&amp;source=TH&amp;AFF=64074&amp;agent=67477&amp;groupid=MHarlan&amp;showmon=01-Dec-23#" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">this link</a>! Transfers can be booked thorough the resort as well, which we recommend, but feel free to contact Marly Harlan with any questions, or for transfers. For flights, we recommend booking your own flights. We can't wait to see you!

You are more than welcome to come for as many nights as you would like. We will be staying at the resort from December 26th, 2023 to January 2nd, 2024. We would love to have you there for the entirety of our trip, but we understand if that doesn't work for you!

If you would like to secure a room please use the link below to book your room. To secure the blocked pricing, click <a href="https://www.reservhotel.com/cancun-mexico/hard-rock-riviera-maya-hacienda/booking-engine/ibe5.main?hotel=10408&amp;source=TH&amp;AFF=64074&amp;agent=67477&amp;groupid=MHarlan&amp;showmon=01-Dec-23#" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.Please DO NOT book without using the link. You will not get our group rate.If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact Marly.Her email is&nbsp;marly@chasingdreamstravel.com&nbsp;and she can be reached by phone at (319)-400-3323.

<a href="https://www.facebook.com/chasingdreamstravelbymarly" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Chasing Dreams by Marly</a>

Travel

Where do I start? First, reserve your room through our <a href="https://www.reservhotel.com/cancun-mexico/hard-rock-riviera-maya-hacienda/booking-engine/ibe5.main?hotel=10408&amp;source=TH&amp;AFF=64074&amp;agent=67477&amp;groupid=MHarlan&amp;showmon=01-Dec-23#" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">group link</a>! Once you have your room booked, plan to book your flights beginning in January 2023. After you have your flights booked, let Marly know so she can set up your transfers (or book your own transfers if that is your preference). Lastly, plan to have some fun!!

How can I get in touch with Marly Harlan, our travel agent? Marly can be reached by email at marly@chasingdreamstravel.com,&nbsp;or check out her <a href="https://www.facebook.com/chasingdreamstravelbymarly" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">facebook page</a>.

For more information on Marly and her work, click <a href="https://www.avoyatravel.com/about/ia.html?aid=7235&amp;an=Marly%20Harlan&amp;apt=8772521439&amp;apb=3194003323&amp;WT.mc_n=aid5963" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.

What are the room options? We have contracted a special group rate for the resort. Booking within the group provides additional amenities for the wedding while onsite. Airfare is not included, and we recommend you book this on your own. Flights will be out end of January 2023, and you will want to fly into the Cancun airport. When you have your flights booked, contact Marly for transfers from the airport to the hotel. The room deposit is $200 per room and this must be paid in order&nbsp;to secure your room. (Final payment is due 60 days before travel) Most of the rooms reserved are king rooms that allow double occupancy. We do have a limited number of rooms with 2 double beds that allow up to 4 people, and for families of 5 or 6 we have a couple 2 bedroom Deluxe Grand Sky Terrace rooms available. The group rate will be honored 12/26/23 to 1/2/24 as long as there is availability. Feel free to come for all or some of our trip! Below are the all-inclusive group rates per room per night: Deluxe Gold King (max 4 ppl):Single-520Double-567 Deluxe Gold Double Beds (max 4 ppl):Single-540Double-587 Deluxe Grand Sky Terrace (max 6 ppl. 5 adults, 1 child):Single/Double-1134 Additional occupants (any additional occupants over 2/room): Extra Adult - 100/personExtra child Age 4-12 - 47/personExtra child age 13-17 - 100/person

Can I stay for more or fewer days than the wedding couple? YES! Feel free to come whenever you are available. The ceremony will be on December 29th, 2023 but you are welcome to come whenever you are able and stay as long as you would like.

I am interested in an activity/excursion. How do I book that? When the full wedding itinerary is finalized, we will extend an invitation to everyone to participate in the excursions we have planned. If those do not interest you, you are welcome to organize your own through Marly or the hotel directly. Excursions should be booked roughly 3-6 months ahead of time to ensure availability. Due to an increase in travel during the holiday season, some excursions may fill up sooner than others.

What is the cancellation policy? 91+ days prior to departure: No penalty. Any money paid will be refunded 90 - 61 days prior to departure: Deposit is non-refundable. 60 - 31 days prior to departure: 50% of total room will be assessed. 30 - 0 days prior to departure: Any reductions/cancellations or no shows will be 100%non-refundable.

Q + A

The Hard Rock Hotel Riviera Maya offers a variety of different excursions, from snorkeling and yacht rides to swimming with the dolphins and ATV trips. Check out all their offers <a href="https://www.hardrockhotels.com/riviera-maya/tours.aspx" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>!

Hard Rock Hotel Riviera Maya Tours

Brandon will be golfing during the trip, and anyone is more than welcome to join. Information on the golf course can be found <a href="https://www.hardrockhotels.com/riviera-maya/world-class-golf.aspx" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.

Felicia & Brandon

Felicia & Brandon

F&B

Wedding Day

5:00 PM–5:30 PM

Ceremony

5:30 PM–6:30 PM

Cocktail Hour

6:30 PM–11:30 PM

Reception