El Lago Estate

Our Wedding / Nuestra Boda

Hacienda El Lago

Ceremony / Ceremonia

Reception / Recepción

RSVPs are now closed. If you did not RSVP, we marked you as a No. We love and appreciate all of you. Las confirmaciones de asistencia ya están cerradas. Si no confirmaron su asistencia, lo marcamos como No. Los amamos y apreciamos a todos.

Our Wedding

That’s right 6.15.24 marks the date we met online via facebook dating. We would not stop messaging each other and quickly shut down our pages to exchange phone numbers instead. 6.18.24 marks the date we met in person for the first time without knowing we would be inseparable from that point moving forward. Getting to know each other deeply and skipping all the fluff we officially became boyfriend and girlfriend on 6.30.24. Since then we have become best friends in all sense of the word. We have gone through a few life experiences that has bonded us and made us see each other in a different light and has made us stronger for the better. From life changes like surgery to hard discussions and family trips, we have tested our relationship and only grew stronger. Then two days shy of our 11 month anniversary, while in Miami over looking the bay on the Ferris wheel, he popped the big question. 5.28.25 marked the day of our beautiful journey to the altar. When we had both lost hope in finding our better half, God made a way and brought us together in a way we wouldn’t have imagined. So here we are sharing our love journey with each of you and we hope to see you there on our big day 7.16.2026

From Facebook dating to marriage

Our Story

Engagement photo shoot

Photo credit: Abdias Nieves @_marcstudios

Our journey ❤️

Photos

Karla Ramos

Willy Fachini

Francheska Ruiz Resto

Willie Ervin

Lilia Vargas

Jordan Rawls

Karla Rodríguez

Jamahn Nicholson

Julisa Morales

Nelson Ramirez

Wedding Party

-Nature &amp; Outdoors- - Las Tetas de Cayey: Hike or drive to viewpoints to see these famous twin mountain peaks, a symbol of Cayey, according to PuertoRico.com.- Carite Forest: Explore this 6,000-acre protected area with hiking trails, diverse wildlife, and beautiful scenery.- Puente La Liendre: Admire this historic bridge, a piece of Cayey's infrastructure heritage.- Bosque de Pinos: A forest area, though some find it less appealing than the Carite Forest.- Charco Azul: A swimming hole known for its blue waters.- Laguna de Piñones Observation Tower: If you're nearby, this tower offers views of the lagoon. -Culture &amp; History- - Guavate: Experience the Pork Highway with its many restaurants serving lechon (roasted pig).- Parroquia Nuestra Señora de la Asunción: Visit this Roman Catholic parish church, a historic landmark.- La Loma de los Reyes: A monument and statue area, worth a visit for its cultural significance.- Plaza de Recreo Ramon Frade: A town square with local charm and history.- Old Cayey City Hall: Explore this historic building.- Veteran Memorial: Honor veterans at this monument.- Ramon Frade Monument: A monument dedicated to the Puerto Rican peasant.- Sculpture Garden: Check out the sculptures by the artist who created the Tetas de Cayey monument. -Other Activities- - Shopping and dining: Explore local shops and enjoy the vibrant food scene in Cayey.- Hiking: Enjoy the many hiking trails in the Carite Forest and other areas.- Photography: Capture the beauty of the Tetas de Cayey, the landscapes, and the local culture. -Tips for Planning- - Transportation: Cayey is accessible by car, and you may need a rental car to explore some of the more remote areas like the Carite Forest. We recommend renting an SUV style vehicle as Cayey has many steep and winding roads.- Accommodations: There are hotels and other accommodations available in and around Cayey.

Things to Do

Please note the wedding venue is far from where the airport is. We suggest that you rent a car for your time in Puerto Rico. There are not many hotels close by the venue so we do suggest an Air BNB. The Hacienda does have rental homes but the prices are much more expensive than an Air BNB. Please keep in mind the wedding starts at 4pm and it does get dark out before/by 7pm. We ask you be mindful of how far you will be staying from the venue and plan accordingly. We want you all to enjoy yourselves but also be safe. Below are some pictures of the area showing Air BNBs. Any questions feel free to reach out to us.

Tenga en cuenta que el lugar de la boda está lejos de donde está el aeropuerto. Le sugerimos que alquile un automóvil para su estancia en Puerto Rico. No hay muchos hoteles cerca del lugar, por lo que sugerimos un Air BNB. La Hacienda sí tiene casas de alquiler pero los precios son mucho más caros que un Air BNB. Tenga en cuenta que la boda comienza a las 4 p. m. y oscurece antes o antes de las 7 p. m. Le pedimos que tenga en cuenta a qué distancia se alojará del lugar y que planifique en consecuencia. Queremos que todos disfruten pero también estén seguros. A continuación se muestran algunas imágenes del área que muestran Air BNB. Cualquier pregunta no dude en comunicarse con nosotros.

Travel

<a href="https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/1223171579333302690?check_in=2026-07-05&amp;check_out=2026-07-12&amp;guests=1&amp;adults=1&amp;s=67&amp;unique_share_id=11590fac-c31c-455a-ad7e-1b003cabc310" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Casa Montaña del Sol</a> <a href="https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/1405050585899049245?check_in=2026-07-05&amp;check_out=2026-07-12&amp;guests=1&amp;adults=1&amp;s=67&amp;unique_share_id=bfa033f4-a077-41f2-a225-53257a3e51a2" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Forest Escape | Dual Homes</a> <a href="https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/952985707197623896?check_in=2026-07-05&amp;check_out=2026-07-12&amp;guests=1&amp;adults=1&amp;s=67&amp;unique_share_id=4523bd84-43a9-4ced-8415-6b26ffab5c44" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Family Getaway at the Mountains in Cayey</a> <a href="https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/1297289266342511077?check_in=2026-07-05&amp;check_out=2026-07-12&amp;guests=1&amp;adults=1&amp;s=67&amp;unique_share_id=6ee1b2f3-8c16-44ea-b818-76d191d0b842" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cayey Urban Center</a> <a href="https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/41662731?check_in=2026-07-05&amp;check_out=2026-07-12&amp;guests=1&amp;adults=1&amp;s=67&amp;unique_share_id=84e13f29-1323-4fdd-b6c4-c0c33ad92602" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Jacaranda Bamboo Place</a> <a href="https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/48862086?check_in=2026-07-05&amp;check_out=2026-07-12&amp;guests=1&amp;adults=1&amp;s=67&amp;unique_share_id=252f584d-bf40-4a3b-b8fb-e74dd3a1076e" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Casa Campo Bellos Montes</a> <a href="https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/42790169?check_in=2026-07-05&amp;check_out=2026-07-12&amp;guests=1&amp;adults=1&amp;s=67&amp;unique_share_id=1a5376d8-bfff-4132-a649-00311667db33" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">My Place</a> <a href="https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/1300743496813528980?guests=1&amp;adults=1&amp;s=67&amp;unique_share_id=80424813-2f84-453c-838a-24f58f010a61" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">1912 Boutique Hotel Jewel With Balcony King Bed</a> <a href="https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/1398708101951015993?guests=1&amp;adults=1&amp;s=67&amp;unique_share_id=87d66ce1-d82d-487a-99c6-88c86e55a2ee" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">1912 Boutique Hotel Room 1</a> <a href="https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/1398718696738989211?guests=1&amp;adults=1&amp;s=67&amp;unique_share_id=90fff6bc-e5c3-46bf-a0e5-0e4f757c54e1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">1912 Boutique Hotel Room 2</a> <a href="https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/1300729507682439044?guests=1&amp;adults=1&amp;s=67&amp;unique_share_id=827bc764-c98e-4455-9b71-50087ff6c14b" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">1912 Boutique Hotel Room 3 Double Bed</a> <a href="https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/1300776227245358368?guests=1&amp;adults=1&amp;s=67&amp;unique_share_id=a31599e0-caad-42c5-9a76-6987006a1d96" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">1912 Boutique Hotel Room 4 Suite With Balcony</a> <a href="https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/1300748161599568846?guests=1&amp;adults=1&amp;s=67&amp;unique_share_id=0ebcec25-c649-4e40-a339-399775776f6d" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">1912 Boutique Hotel Room 5 Suite With Balcony</a> <a href="https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/1300773052603743483?guests=1&amp;adults=1&amp;s=67&amp;unique_share_id=eddc05a6-c725-44a5-9e84-95661ae8dfa6" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">1912 Boutique Hotel Room 6 Double Bed</a> <a href="https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/1300770875348381043?guests=1&amp;adults=1&amp;s=67&amp;unique_share_id=32302a6e-1a3a-497f-b580-82d48f4748c9" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">1912 Boutique Hotel Room 7 Suite</a> <a href="https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/1298013784719328756?guests=1&amp;adults=1&amp;s=67&amp;unique_share_id=4e7cbce2-e251-4f16-8396-27b0090f9dc5" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">1912 Boutique Hotel Room 8 Jewel With Balcony King</a> Please keep in mind these are just a few places we found but there are many more on Air BnB

Places to Stay

Registry

Playa Formal

El código de vestimenta para la boda es de playa formal lo que significa ropa elegante, transpirable y fluida. Entendemos que julio es un mes caluroso en Puerto Rico y nos gustaría que todos estuvieran cómodos durante la ceremonia al aire libre. No solicitamos ropa reveladora, minifaldas o vestidos, rasgaduras o agujeros en su vestimenta, chanclas o zapatillas de deporte, ni gorras de béisbol.Por favor, vístanse de alguno de los siguientes colores: azul royal, morado, naranja o rojo. También pueden usar colores neutrales, pero eviten el blanco, el rosa y el verde. ¡Gracias!

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Dress code for the wedding is beach formal which means elegant breathable flowy clothing. We understand that July is a hot month in Puerto Rico and we would like for everyone to be comfortable during the outside ceremony. We ask for no revealing clothing, mini skirts or dresses, rips or holes in your attire, no flip flops or sneakers, and no baseball caps.Please wear any of the following colors: Royal Blue, Purple, Orange or Red. You may also wear any neutral colors but avoid wearing White, Pink and Green. Thank you!

Dress Code

PR Travel Plans

We would love to take the opportunity to make our wedding a whole experience with our wedding party. We would prefer everyone to arrive no later than Monday if possible but we understand if it may not be possible. Life happens but if you are able, these are the plans or experiences we would like to share with you all. Sunday July 12th: arrival in San Juan/explore San Juan Monday July 13th: group activities/sight seeing Tuesday July 14th: Separate plans - Bachelor Fishing charter and etc. in San Juan &amp;Bachelorette TBD. Wednesday July 15th: Morning plans are up to your discretion then travel to wedding venue estate in Cayey about 1 hour away to check in at Airbnb (3pm)Rehearsal &amp; Dinner at the estate (5pm) Thursday July 16th: WEDDING DAY!!!!Pre-wedding details to come.Ceremony (2pm), Pictures during cocktail hour &amp; reception (3:30/4pm) Friday July 17th: Check out of estate Airbnb by 11am. We will need everyone to pitch in making sure the place is cleared out then everyone can go about their own plans if staying in PR longer or going back home. We really appreciate you all and hope that our day is not only special to us but special for you too. We know this is not an easy task to take on but we will forever cherish these moments we want to create with you all.Love you all!!!

Ivelissee + Luis

Ivelissee + Luis

Photos

Engagement photo shoot

Our journey ❤️