Saint Mary Catholic Church

Wedding Ceremony

Hilton Garden Inn Fort Walton Beach

Cocktail Hour

Wedding Reception

Our Wedding

We met playing social sports:Him:I needed a couple girls for my teamHer:A real-estate client said his team needed players Fast Forward 4 years at Hot Yoga:Him:I got there late and there was an open spot behind herHer:Just a regular girl's night to yoga and there's KarlHim:We started talking, beautiful girl-easy to talk to, I figured I'd ask her outHer:He had just got his real-estate license. Food and talking shop -- Count me in! 20 Jan 24 - The First "Date"Him: I wanted to take her somewhere nice- Vincenzo'sHer:Never hear of the place, but I do love ItalianI asked how fancy it was, he said it was casual, I suggested PJ's hahaHim:She asked if I wanted to have chili at Christine's instead(I was looking forward to our date)Her:We just had girls day, I'm chilling in my comfy clothes, we meet in about an hour, and I JUST realized it was a date!!! We talked until they kicked us out - and the rest is history...

It was definitely a date

Our Story

Photos

Brides Wedding Party

Yarida Elizondo 

Julie Forbes 

Judine Sullivan

Christine Rebelo 

Lori Randolph 

Kayla Chastain

Samantha Oeser 

Grooms Wedding Party 

Travis Sinclair 

Josh Sullivan

Brandon Muller 

J. Micah Rutherford 

Nathaniel Auguston

Carlos DeLeon 

Wedding Party

Q + A

You can reserve anytime between the following dates to get the group rate Group dates: May 13, 2026 - May 17, 2026Group code:&nbsp;MOWReservations must be made by&nbsp;April 17, 2026 Event attendees can now reserve rooms by using the attendee website link above. Or you can call the reservations line at 1-855-373-6897 and reference the group code:&nbsp;MOW

Hilton Garden Inn Ft. Walton Beach

Travel

Dive into 12,000 years of regional history across several connected museums, including the Indian Temple Mound, Camp Walton Schoolhouse, and Civil War exhibits.

Heritage Park and Cultural Center

Free to visit, this museum near Eglin AFB showcases over 15,000 artifacts—spanning from World War I armaments to modern aerial warfare tech.

Air Force Armament Museum

Offers family fun with mini golf, a rope course, a 4D theater, and dinosaur-themed attractions—all in one action-packed venue.

Wild Willy's Adventure Zone

Just a stone’s throw away, this bustling hub hosts summer fireworks, seasonal tournaments, festivals, and community events in a vibrant, oceanfront setting.

The Boardwalk, Okaloosa Island

Offering waterfront shopping, live music, dining, zip-lining, and rock climbing—this charming promenade is perfect for leisurely exploration and sunset views.

HarborWalk Village

A must-do floating sandbar experience. Travel on a shared tiki boat or charter, float in emerald waters, enjoy snacks and music—and yes, BYOB is often allowed.

Crab Island

A classic family favorite offering live animal shows, touch tanks, marine encounters, and educational entertainment—especially great for kids.

Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park

Explore the evolution of Destin from a humble fishing village to a vibrant tourist town. Exhibits feature vintage equipment, historical photos, and even Ernest Hemingway’s pen reel.

Karl & Karla

Karl & Karla

K&K

Wedding Ceremony

4:00 PM–5:00 PM

Cocktail Hour

Wedding Reception