Lake Tahoe is a stunning freshwater lake located in the Sierra Nevada mountains, straddling the border between California and Nevada. It's one of the most popular year-round destinations in the western United States due to its incredible natural beauty, outdoor recreation, and vibrant local communities.

Distance from Wedding: 1.5 Hours away from Venue

Things to do in Lake Tahoe:

Ski/Snowboard and Winter Sports

Trail Hiking

Scenic Boat Cruises

Browse the shops in Tahoe City

Swim and Spa in Palisades Resort

Ride the Gonodola and go Ice Skaring in Palisades Olympic Valley

Bites and Drinks

Jake’s on the Lake

Christy Hill Lakeside Bistro

Za’s Lakefront

Coffeebar

PlumpJack Café

Sandy’s Pub

Tremigo Mexican Kitchen & Tequila Bar

Places to Stay

Basecamp Tahoe City

Everline Resort

Air BNB Cabins

Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge

Napa is best known as a gateway into the larger Napa Valley wine region, with vineyards, wineries, tasting rooms, and high‑end culinary culture. Experience the rolling hills and vineyards in the wine country.

Distance from Wedding: 2.5 hours from Venue

Things to Do in Napa:

Stroll Oxbow Public Market

Enjoy the wineries and Tasting Rooms

Enjoy the Spa and Hot springs in Calistoga

Take cooking class at Culinary institute of America

Downtown Napa Valley River Walk

Visit St. Helena to see the art galleries and musesums

Bites and Drinks:

Lucy Restaurant & Bar

Farmstead at Long Meadow Ranch

Gott’s Roadside

Forum at Meadowood

Under-Study

Canary Coffee

Southside Century

Madeleine's Macarons & Crepes

Cakebread Winery

Inglenook Winery

Napa Cellars

Places to Stay:

Stanly Ranch, Auberge Collection

Calistoga Motor Lodge

The Madrona

Le Petit Pali St. Helena

Lexie grew up going to Carmel visiting her grandparents and going to the beach. Carmel is a charming seaside town with delicious restaurants, unique shopping, and beautiful views.

Distance from Wedding: 4 hours from Venue

Things to do in Carmel:

Stroll down Ocean Avenue and pop in to stores and coffee shops

Take a walk along the Ocean

Hike one of the many trails between Carmel and Big Sur

Pop into one of the cozy breweries or pubs for a round of cards

Visit the Valley and pick flowers at Earthbound Farm Stand

Bites and Drinks:

Mad Dogs and Englishmen Coffee Shop

Captain Stoke Coffee

Dametra Cafe

Alvarado Brewing

SUR Restaurant

Vesuvio (Best Tiramisu you will ever have!)

Brophy's Tavern

Mission Ranch

Places to Stay:

Hotel Carmel

Mission Ranch

Sea Ranch is on the rural coast in Mendocino County. If you are in need of a peaceful and restorative trip, Sea Ranch offers beautiful rolling hills alongside the Ocean with minimal distractions from nature.

Distance from Wedding: 4.5 Hours from Venue

Things to do in Sea Ranch:

Long walks along the coastline

Cards and Happy Hour at Sea Ranch Lodge

Saturday Yoga at Sea Ranch Lodge

Bites and Drinks:

Sea Ranch Lodge

Places to Stay:

Sea Ranch Lodge