Welcome Party

Rehearsal Dinner (Invite Only)

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Reception

Our Wedding

Kaelyn and Mike first crossed paths at the University of North Dakota, both studying Commercial Aviation. What started as classmates became something more, and soon after, they began dating. After graduation, Mike moved back to Minneapolis to start his career in the airline industry, and Kaelyn stayed behind in North Dakota. Over the next two years, they kept their relationship strong despite the distance, visiting whenever they could. The day came when Kaelyn moved to Minneapolis in the Summer of 2023, taking a job with the same airline as Mike. They bought their first house together in March, marking a new chapter. In July 2024, while on a trip to Sedona, Arizona, Mike proposed.

Our Story

Welcome Party (Thursday, April 30th, 2026)

6:00PM-8:00PMLocation: Paradisus Resort BeachAttire: Resort Dinner WearAttire Description: Rompers, Casual Dresses, Sets, LinenRecommend Footwear: Sandals/Flats, The Sand is RoughAppetizers, Drinks and Churros Will Be Served

Rehearsal Dinner (Friday, May 1st, 2026)

Invite OnlyMeet in lobby at 4:30pm for shuttle pick upLocation: Cabo San Lucas BayAttire: Semi FormalAttire Description: Slacks, Dress Shirts, Dresses (any length)Drinks and Dinner will be served

Wedding Day (Saturday, May 2nd, 2026)

Pre-Ceremony is at 5:00PMCeremony Begins at 5:30PMLocation: Paradisus TerraceAttire: Semi-Formal (jacket required)Attire Description: Slacks, Jacket, Dress Shirts (no tie required), Dresses (midi or longer preferred)Dinner and Drinks will follow at the cocktail hour/reception

Click this link to see more information about dress code.

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Events

Paradisus Los Cabos - Adults only

Airport

Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) Airlines that fly into SJD: Delta AirlinesAmerican AirlinesUnited AirlinesSouthwest AirlinesAlaska AirlinesAeroMexicoJetBlue Airlines

Transportation

There are many ways to get from the airport to Paradisus. Below are some of the suggested options... LyftTaxi CabsBella Terra Transportation (Private Service)Email lrodriguez@bellaterraloscabos.comInclude to following in your email:

Name on ReservationAirline NameArrival Flight NumberDeparture Flight NumberNumber of PassengersName of Hotel (Paradisus)Include Code: KAELYN KNOX + MICHAEL VANDE WAAPricing round trip is as follows:Van for up to 10 Passengers - 190 USDVan for up to 16 Passengers - 240 USDThis will be paid in cash to the driver on arrival. For parties of less than 10, Bella Terra will try (no guarantee) to pair you with other wedding guests that are arriving/departing around the same time. This will help drop the price per passenger as you will divide the cost among yourselves. EX: 5 Passengers on van = $38 per passenger.

Resort Information

Below is the link to reserve your stay at Paradisus. Though it is not required to stay at the resort, it is highly recommended. We have 49 rooms in our room block. UPDATE (2/27/2026) One room in our block has become available. You can book through our link. Or if you choose, you can still book at Paradisus via Melia.com or other booking websites. Thank you :) 1) Click the link <a href="https://events.melia.com/en/events/paradisus-los-cabos/Kaelyn-Knox---Michael-Vande-Waa-Wedding-" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://events.melia.com/en/events/paradisus-los-cabos/Kaelyn-Knox---Michael-Vande-Waa-Wedding-</a>2) Put in the dates of April 30th, 2026 - May 3rd, 2026.3) Select your room of choice.4) Complete Reservation.5) IMPORTANT!!! Write down or take a picture of your reservation code for quick reference. If you would like to extend your stay, the rates are honored 3 days prior and 3 days after our wedding.1) Complete your reservation with the dates April 30th-May 3rd.2) Then email reservaciones.paradisus.loscabos@melia.com3) Include the wedding group name: ID XNOX &amp; VANDE WAA WEDDING4) If you are also upgrading your room, you can tell them both your stay extension and room upgrade of choice at the same time. If you would like to just upgrade your room. The contracted rates are as listed. All prices are listed per person. Single is one person in a room. Double is two people in a room. Triple is three people in a room. You will follow the same instructions listed above. Junior Suite Garden View (C2V)Single $398Double $249Triple $239 Junior Suite Ocean View (C2W)Single $430Double $269Triple $259 Reserve Ocean View Suite (S6E)Single $494Double $309Triple $299 Reserve Ocean Front Suite (SE4)Single $526Double $329Triple $319 Reserve Master Suite (SE7)Single $716Double $409

Travel

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Bridesmaids

Kenedy Knox - Maid of HonorMadi Prince - Matron of HonorMaggie OsumiKealie FitzsimondsMyah FitzsimondsCassandra BillsJaclyn Giovagnoli

Groomsmen

Jon Vande Waa - Best ManJake JohnsonBrody GraffMax LambrechtJon WickershamAaron TapiaAndrew (Dukey) LaDuke

Wedding Party

Are children allowed to the wedding events?

Paradisus is an adults only resort. No children will be allowed at the ceremony or reception.

Do we have to stay at Paradisus Los Cabos?

Although you don't have to stay at the hotel in order to attend the ceremony and reception. Transportation to/from other hotel properties will not be provided. The rates we negotiated for our wedding guests are lower than many surrounding resorts with similar quality. We have 40 rooms in our block. Once they sell out, contact Kaelyn to help with booking if needed.

The resort is taking a long time to respond to my email regarding my reservation. What should I do?

The resort usually takes about 3-5 days to respond to emails. You can also call reservations at +52 (624) 144-2267. If you continue to have questions or issues, please text Kaelyn at (816) 377-0632. Every month, I receive a rooming list of wedding guests reservations. I will reach out and make sure yours is correct.

Do I need a passport?

Yes! You will need a passport to travel to Mexico. Make sure your passport is not about to expire. You can not use a passport that will expire within 6 months.

The hotel reservation website is crashing/not working. What should I do?

If this happens when you are trying to book your room, text Kaelyn at (816) 377-0632. We will notify the hotel and they usually fix it within a few days. Kaelyn will be following up with guests as they make their reservations to confirm it was made correctly.

Kaelyn & Michael

Kaelyn & Michael

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