Bride's House

Rehearsal Dinner

Engagement/ Tea Ceremony (Lễ Ăn Hỏi)

Lac Hong Palace

Wedding Ceremony (Lễ cưới)

Vow Ceremony (Lễ Vow thân mật)

Reception Dinner (Tiệc cưới)

Thank you for being a special witness to our love journey. We are so excited to celebrate our wedding with you. Find all the details you need to know about our big day here.

Our Wedding

The World is big...yet we found each other

Now, as we stand on the cusp of the most exciting chapter of all—our wedding day—we look back at our journey with hearts full of gratitude and love. From a sunset beach date to a proposal across the ocean, our love has been an adventure, and we can't wait to see where the next part of this beautiful story takes us.

Our Story

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Wedding Party

What is the Vietnamese Engagement/ Tea Ceremony? The Engagement or Tea Ceremony, named "Lễ&nbsp;Ăn Hỏi" in&nbsp;Vietnamese, is an indispensable part of long-standing wedding traditions in Vietnamese culture. It holds significant meaning, especially in a family-oriented society like Vietnam. This ceremony involves the groom asking the bride’s family for their blessings for the marriage. The traditional Vietnamese tea ceremony is also an occasion to gather the members of both families and announce the marriage, and for the bride and groom to pay respects to their parents.&nbsp; While it is strictly ceremonial, the groom’s family brings various gifts, signifying their gratitude and forging a harmonious connection between the two families. The ceremony is also a family affair, with the guest list consisting mostly of family members alongside a few close friends.&nbsp;While the ceremony generally lasts for only 30 - 60 minutes, a lot of work goes into it. Here are the steps for the Vietnamese wedding tea ceremony: 1. The ceremony begins with the groom’s family going to the bride’s home with gifts. Upon arrival, the groom’s family will enter the house in order of seniority, starting with the elders, the groom himself, and finally the gift carriers, aka groomsmen. 2. As the groom’s family enters, the same order applies to the bride’s maids as they receive the gifts from the corresponding members of the other family. However, the bride herself should not be present yet. 3. Then, a representative from the groom’s family will announce the reason for the ceremony. 4. After the initial greetings, the bride’s family will unwrap the dowry. Once they are approved, one person will lead the bride to meet the groom. 5. The bride and groom will then light incense while some of the gifts are placed on the ancestor altars. The couple shall then bow to their parents, offer them tea, and bow to each other. 6. Before the end of the ceremony, the bride’s family will also present their gifts to the couple and give some of the dowry back to the groom’s family. 7. Lastly, all the family members will have a cosy meal.&nbsp;In our case, this intimate party will be held at the bride's house on the night before the ceremony (October 3rd). It is similar to the rehearsal dinner in Western culture.

Please watch an example of the tea ceremony using this link: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wr3L7q-8m0E" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wr3L7q-8m0E</a>

Q + A

As of 2025, citizens of <a href="https://www.myvietnamvisa.com/vietnam-visa-exemption.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">25 countries</a>, including France and Germany, can travel to Vietnam without applying for a visa and stay up to 45 days. To enter Vietnam, you only need a valid passport with at least two blank pages for stamping. If you are a US citizen, you must obtain a visa to enter Vietnam. Please follow the instructions from this official website https://evisa.gov.vn/ to apply for an eVisa.

Vietnam Visa Requirement

We will pick you up from the airport and take you to Haiphong. Yen's hometown is a beautiful, vibrant coastal city two hours away from Hanoi.

Noi Bai International Airport

This hotel is closest to our wedding venue, Lac Hong Palace. It is also next door to a big supermarket where you can easily purchase food and essentials. If you choose to stay here, please inform us of your tentative check-in and out date. We will work with the hotel agent to get you the best deal.

Somerset Central TD Hai Phong City (Recommend)

Travel

Ha Long Bay, a crown jewel of Vietnam's natural beauty, is elected as one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature. Exploring the magnificent bay with thousands of islands on a luxury cruise is an unforgettable experience we want to introduce to our guests. The 2 days-1 night cruise's itinerary can be found via this link<a href="https://www.indochina-junk.com/bai-tu-long-bay-2-days-1-night-dragon-legend-cruise/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.indochina-junk.com/bai-tu-long-bay-2-days-1-night-dragon-legend-cruise/ </a> Tentative Date: October 5-6, 2025 Please RSVP if you want to join this activity. The is cost $185/person

2 Days 1 Night Cruise on Ha Long Bay - The World Wonder of Nature

"Ninh Binh Province, located in northern Vietnam, is renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty, rich culture, and fascinating history.&nbsp;The landscape is dotted with dramatic limestone cliffs, serene rivers, and lush rice paddies. The province also has a deep cultural heritage, with stunning sites like Bai Dinh Pagoda and historical remnants from when it was Vietnam’s capital. Ninh Binh offers a wonderful blend of scenic views, cultural experiences, and historical insights, making it a must-visit destination." More details about Ninh Binh attractions in this travel blog <a href="https://sapanomad.com/is-ninh-binh-worth-visiting/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://sapanomad.com/is-ninh-binh-worth-visiting/</a> A 3 day-2 nights tour of Ninh Binh costs approximately $150/person, including all transportation, accommodation, meals and fees. Tentative Date: October 6-8, 2025 Please RSVP if you want to join us on this trip so we can get a headcount and contact the local travel agency.

3 Days 2 Nights Tour of Ninh Binh -  The World Natural and Culture Heritage

It will be a regret for me, as a host, not to take you on a food tour in Hanoi, Vietnam's capital. This journey will walk you through famous attractions that store over a thousand years of history, like the Temple of Literature, Hoan Kiem Lake, and Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum. The vibrant and unique Old Quarter, a heaven of Vietnamese cuisine, will amaze any foodies with charming restaurants and street food vendors. Even if you have a tight schedule, a 2-day-1-night visit to this lovely city can make an unforgettable endnote for your Vietnam trip. The tour costs approximately $120/person. Tentative Date: October 8-9, 2025 Please RSVP if you want to explore Hanoi City, and we will make your wish come true.

Yen & Joseph

Yen & Joseph

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