Cheers Before the Big Day

La Mucca Ballerina

Rehearsal Dinner

The Bayfront Mansion at The New College of Florida

Wedding Day

Fall

Our Wedding

Reserved Hotel Block

The Westin Sarasota 100 Marina View Dr, Sarasota, FL 34236, USA https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/srqwi-the-westin-sarasota/overview/ Check in: 11/20/26Check out: 11/22/26 Use this link to book: <a href="https://book.passkey.com/e/51228953" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://book.passkey.com/e/5122895</a> The discounted rate for this room block is $299/night. Please keep in mind this does not include fees and parking.

Other Hotel Options

Art Ovation1255 N Palm Ave, Sarasota, FL 34236<a href="https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/srqsa-art-ovation-hotel-autograph-collection/overview/?scid=f2ae0541-1279-4f24-b197-a979c79310b0" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/srqsa-art-ovation-hotel-autograph-collection/overview/?scid=f2ae0541-1279-4f24-b197-a979c79310b0</a> Cirque St. Armands Beachside(For those looking to stay on the beach)233 Benjamin Franklin Dr, Sarasota, FL 34236<a href="https://www.opalcollection.com/cirque-st-armands/?utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=listing&amp;utm_campaign=opal%20cirque%20st%20armands%20beachside" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.opalcollection.com/cirque-st-armands/?utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=listing&amp;utm_campaign=opal%20cirque%20st%20armands%20beachside</a> Embassy Suites1826 4th St, Sarasota, FL 34236<a href="WEBSITE" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/srqeses-embassy-suites-sarasota/</a> The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota1111 Ritz Carlton Dr, Sarasota, FL 34236<a href="https://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/hotels/srqrz-the-ritz-carlton-sarasota/overview/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/hotels/srqrz-the-ritz-carlton-sarasota/overview/</a> ...and many more!

Accommodations 

WEDDING DAY

A shuttle will be provided for hotel guests who reserve at The Westin or The Art Ovation only.This shuttle takes guests to and from the wedding.After the wedding, all guests are welcome to take the shuttle to downtown Sarasota to continue the celebration or back to their hotel.Pick up times will be posted on the website as the wedding day gets closer.

Other Transportation 

Rental cars, Uber and Lyft are great options for getting around. The Sarasota Bay Runner provides a complimentary trolley service connecting downtown Sarasota and Lido Key. Conveniently located stops are within walking distance of most hotels, and the trolley operates until 11 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. DOWNLOAD THE BAY RUNNER APP TO KEEP TRACK OF THE TIME IT WILL BE AT YOUR STOP! <a href="https://sarasotabayrunner.com/app/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://sarasotabayrunner.com/app/</a>

Transportation

Dress Code

The most convenient airport to fly into! Roughly 10 minutes away from the suggested hotels listed in the accommodations tab.

Sarasota Bradenton International Airport

Tampa International Airport

45 minutes-1 hour drive to Sarasota.

St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport

Southwest Florida International Airport

For those flying in for our wedding, we recommend purchasing flight insurance. Although hurricane season typically ends in October, in the unlikely event of bad weather, having insurance gives you the flexibility to cancel or change your flight at no extra cost.

Travel

Sarasota is home to some beautiful beaches. Here are a few of our favorites:Lido Key (north or south, closest beach from the hotels listed on our website)Longboat Key BeachesCoquina BeachSiesta Key BeachAnna Maria Island (1 hour away from Sarasota)

Beaches

Downtown Sarasota is full of great spots to eat, drink, and explore. If you’re planning to spend some time in the area here are a few of our favorite places to dine:La Mucca Ballerina – A casual and authentic Italian restaurant.1592 – A lively Greek restaurant.Kojo – Modern Asian style dishes and amazing sushi (be sure to check out the bar attached next door, Bar Hana, a tropical cocktail bar).Beso – A tapas restaurant.Drunken Poet – A vibrant Thai restaurant.The Westin or Art Ovation Rooftop Bar – Stunning views of the city and water.Cask and Ale – A late night stop with live music.State Street Eating House + Cocktails – Craft cocktails and a speakeasy feel.Owens Fish Camp – A casual seafood restaurant. Be sure to reserve at the Sarasota location.

Downtown Sarasota

Located just steps to Lido Key beaches, St. Armands Circle is a must visit. If you're planning to grab a bite here, we recommend:Crab &amp; Fin – A great pick for seafood lovers.Le Shop – Cafe and bakery.Columbia – Award winning spanish/cuban cuisine.Shore – Modern seafood and cocktails with water views (this is located on Longboat Key and is a 20 minute drive away from St. Armands Circle).Le Shop – Coffee, wine, and provisions The area is also filled with boutiques and stores perfect for strolling!

St. Armands Circle

The University Town Center (UTC) area in Sarasota is packed with shopping, dining, and entertainment. Centered around the Mall at UTC, the area offers everything from name brand stores, a wide variety of restaurants, fitness studios, mini golf, an aquarium, etc. Please visit their website to see everything they offer.https://utcsarasota.com/Please note that this is about a 20-25 minute drive from downtown Sarasota.

University Town Center (UTC)

Things to Do

When should I RSVP?Please RSVP via the website by ___. For those driving themselves, will there be parking at the venue?Yes, there is plenty of free parking. Venue staff are happy to pick you up by golf cart if the walk from your car is too far. Is the wedding indoors or outdoors?The ceremony and reception will take place outdoors with indoor spaces available for guests to relax. In Sarasota, November typically brings average highs around 77°F and lows around 65°F.In the event of rain, the entire celebration will move indoors. Can I bring a plus one?Our celebration is invite only!

Questions

Ben Kent 

Ben Kondrup

Gavin Kondrup

Parker Kondrup

Connor Wilson

Zach Kurbiel

Ariana Hogan

Kenzi Kondrup

Elena Kondrup 

Katrina Fox

Daniella Dean

Katie Kurbiel

Lexi Raleigh 

Wedding Party

Peter and Nadia were introduced by close mutual friends. For their first date, Peter drove from FL to NY just to take Nadia to dinner at a local restaurant in their hometown of Binghamton, NY. Afterward, he set up a movie night under the stars on his family’s farm. He built a 15 foot projector screen himself with a view of the city and had Nadia’s favorite wine shipped in.After graduating college, Nadia packed her bags for a visit to Jacksonville, Florida, where Peter was living at the time. What was meant to be a quick trip turned into an extended stay and a chapter they’ll always remember. Not long after, Nadia returned to New York to begin her first nursing job and Peter followed shortly after (though he’ll tell everyone it wasn’t because of her).Eventually, life led them south again, this time to Sarasota, FL, a place that instantly felt like home. Four years later, during a dream trip to Italy, Peter proposed with a surprise sunset boat ride off the coast of Positano. The moment was so perfect that Nadia actually forgot to say “yes” right away (don’t worry, she clarified shortly after!)

Peter & Nadia

Peter & Nadia

Travel

Sarasota Bradenton International Airport

Tampa International Airport

St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport

Southwest Florida International Airport