Delray Beach Marriott

Wedding Day

Wedding

Reception

Our Wedding

Everyone always laughs when Jason or I tell the story about how we met. It was May 2013, and Jason had just moved to Santa Monica from Hermosa Beach. I had been in living in Santa Monica for about 10 months at the time. Both of us were having a hard time dating, so we both had recently downloaded a dating app called Tinder. We were both bored at home, Tindering on a Saturday night, when we saw each other on the app and decided to "swipe right". From there, we went on our first date. It was on a Sunday night, and I was pretty exhausted from a busy weekend. I'm lucky Jason wanted to go out with me again, because I was definitely a boring date. Both of us held back at first, but after a couple more dates, we both opened up our hearts and minds and realized the other was definitely special. There were no games in our relationship. After two months of dating, we realized we were in love and we haven't looked back since. It's been an incredible 2.5 years together and we know it's only the beginning. We're beyond excited for 11/19/16 and our life together ahead! &lt;3

How We Met

It was a Friday morning, August 28th 2015 to be exact. Jason surprised me with a trip to Laguna Beach, which I had thought was meant to be a late anniversary gift. I believed him, because he had been throwing me off the months leading up to it, saying that he still needed to save up for the perfect ring. I should also mention that Laguna Beach has a huge significance to us because it's where we first said "I love you", to each other back in July 2013. While the thought of him proposing crossed my mind, I told myself not to think about it, since he had been throwing me off about getting engaged at the time. Jason said we had big plans for that Saturday in Laguna, which was brunch at The Montage. Little did I know, far more than brunch was planned. We grabbed a glass of champagne from the bar, and Jason suggested we take a walk along the cliff- an absolutely breathtaking view of the ocean waves crashing against the rocks below. I wanted to stop and take photos, but Jason insisted that we continue our walk. Now, I started to think he had something else planned. We eventually got to a view point not too far from the hotel, when Jason got down on one knee and proposed, pointing to the sand below. Obviously, my answer was a no-brainer. As I said "YES", I noticed "Will You Marry Me" in huge letters in the sand, Morgan and Matt (two of Jason's groomsmen) starting cheering from below. (They had both woken up at 7am that morning to swim from the public beach to the private beach and write the letters in the sand!) Shannon, Morgan's girlfriend, was there with the camera to capture the beautiful moment, and a painter who happened to be sitting in the area painted the scene of Jason and I. It was truly the happiest moment ever..Not to mention, the ring was more beautiful than I ever could have imagined or expected. As if the fairytale proposal wasn't enough, Jason planned a surprise Engagement Party at The Deck in Laguna Beach afterwards. Many of our best friends and family were there waiting for us. It was just perfect. Every woman daydreams about her proposal and wedding as a little girl, and the way Jason proposed exceeded my wildest dreams. &lt;3Under the "Photos" section, there are plenty of photos from the engagement party and also our engagement photo shoot.

The Proposal

Our Story

Details

Wedding Party

Photos

Registry

Q + A

AIRPORTS:If you're flying in from out of town, you either want to fly into Palm Beach International airport (PBIA) or Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (FLL). PBIA is about 20 miles from the Delray Beach Marriott, and the FLL airport is about 35 miles from the hotel. (Not a huge difference in the amount of travel time, so we recommend flying into whichever airport has the best flight options for where you're coming from.)AIRPORT TRANSPORTATIONUber and cabs are available at both airports. Car Service:We have also negotiated a great rate if you'd like to arrange for a driver to come pick you up at the airport. Here's the info: Mach One Executive Car ServicePhone: 954.638.3140 (ask for Mark)Rate: $50.00 to and from either Ft. Lauderdale airport or Palm Beach International. Up to 5 passengers. (Tips are appreciated) **Please reserve 48 hours in advance of your arrival and be sure to mention that you're calling in regards to booking a ride for the Mishner/Ayachi wedding. He can pick you up from either airport.

Traveling to Delray Beach

The Delray Beach Marriott is right off of Atlantic Avenue, right across from the beach! Click the reservation link to book your room and find out all of the hotel details. Rooms in our room block are from $185 - $205 per night, but the hotel is not huge so do not wait until last minute, or you may not get a room! If you call to book your reservation, be sure to say you're attending the Mishner/Ayachi wedding so that you receive the special rate. The room block rate applies from 11/17 - 11/21 and you must book by 10/18 in order to get this rate.

ALTERNATIVE HOTEL: RESIDENCE INNIf the Marriott is booked, or if you're looking for something slightly less expensive but still within a couple of blocks from the Marriott and beach, there is also a Residence Inn nearby. This hotel is 1 1/2 blocks from the Marriott Delray Beach where the ceremony, reception and brunch will be held. Room Block rate is available from 11/17 - 11/21. Must book by 10/18 in order to receive rate.<li><a href="http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/pbiri-residence-inn-delray-beach/?scid=bb1a189a-fec3-4d19-a255-54ba596febe2">Residence Inn Delray Beach</a></li><li>Room Block rate: 169.00 USD per night for a studio.</li><li><a class="fl r-irSnUBp6oKNo" data-number="+15612767441" data-pstn-out-call-url="" title="Call via Hangouts" jsaction="r.oVdbr2mIpA8" data-rtid="irSnUBp6oKNo" jsl="$t t-6xg4lalHw8M$t-CuUqPxWI7dk;$x 0;" data-ved="0ahUKEwjeqNH93YjPAhUI42MKHVH5AJ0QkAgIrgEwEw"></a></li><a href="http://www.marriott.com/meeting-event-hotels/group-corporate-travel/groupCorp.mi?resLinkData=Mishner/Ayachi%20Wedding%5Epbiri%60MAWMAWA%60169.00%60USD%60false%604%6011/17/16%6011/21/16%6010/18/16&amp;app=resvlink&amp;stop_mobi=yes" target="_blank" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?hl=en&amp;q=http://www.marriott.com/meeting-event-hotels/group-corporate-travel/groupCorp.mi?resLinkData%3DMishner/Ayachi%2520Wedding%255Epbiri%2560MAWMAWA%2560169.00%2560USD%2560false%25604%256011/17/16%256011/21/16%256010/18/16%26app%3Dresvlink%26stop_mobi%3Dyes&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1473731459898000&amp;usg=AFQjCNHUWlFTVQbK3reLIdnhHasf4SmzUw">Book your group rate for Mishner/Ayachi Wedding</a>

Residence Inn Delray Beach

Travel

For those of you who plan on turning our wedding weekend into a vacation, or in the case you're coming in early, there is no shortage of activities in Delray Beach and the surrounding area! Here's a whole list of things to do in and around Delray Beach: <a href="http://www.marriottdelraybeach.com/delray-activities/">http://www.marriottdelraybeach.com/delray-activities/</a> We've also included some other suggestions below!Delray Yacht Cruises: Sightseeing cruises on the intracoastal: <a href="http://www.delrayyachtcruises.com ">www.delrayyachtcruises.com </a> 561-243-0686Pedego Electric Bikes: <a href="http://www.pedegodb.com">www.pedegodb.com</a> 561-501-7633Putt N Around Mini-Golf: <a href="http://www.puttnaround.net ">www.puttnaround.net </a>561-450-6162Sandoway Discovery Center - Nature center where you'll learn about native coastal environments. <a href="http://www.sandoway.org">www.sandoway.org</a>: 561-274-7263Salt Fly Paddleboard Rentals: <a href="http://thesaltfly.com ">thesaltfly.com </a>561-865-6235Silverball Museum: Play the top 200 pinball and arcade games of all times! <a href="http://www.silverballmuseum.com">www.silverballmuseum.com</a> 561-266-3294The Delray Escape - Teams of 2-10 work together to figure out hidden clues and puzzles to escape from the "locked" room within 60 minutes:<a href=" www.delrayescape.com"> www.delrayescape.com</a><a href="http://www.silverballmuseum.com"></a> 561-501-4046Richwagon's Delray Bike and Sport: <a href="http://www.delraybeachbicycles.com">www.delraybeachbicycles.com</a> 561-272-BIKE<a href="http://www.marriottdelraybeach.com/delray-beach-spa/">NSpa</a> at the Delray Beach Marriott: 561-278-8111Enjoy walking up and down Atlantic Avenue where you'll find restaurants and bars galore, art galleries, and boutiques. Lastly, there's always a cocktail poolside or just a relaxing day at the beach!

Rachel & Jason

Rachel & Jason

Photos