Wedding Day

Ceremony

Reception

Our Wedding

It all started in 2018 in Fort Collins, Colorado, where we were both enrolled in the same graduate program. You’d think this would be the beginning of a classic academic love story. Two bright minds, drawn together by shared passion and intellectual curiosity.It wasn’t.In fact, we&nbsp;did not&nbsp;like each other at first.We were both competitive, opinionated, and (at least one of us will admit) a little stubborn. Group projects felt more like debate tournaments. Study sessions turned into passive-aggressive arguments. To put it lightly: sparks flew... but not the romantic kind.But life has a funny way of working things out.Over time and many, many hours spent pretending the college dining hall food was edible, something shifted. Maybe it was the late-night laughter, the endless refills of dining hall fountain drinks, or the realization that we actually&nbsp;enjoyed&nbsp;challenging each other. Somewhere between shared fries and shared frustrations, a friendship grew... and eventually, something much more.

The Beginning

Fast forward a few years, and we've moved across the country together, from the mountains of Colorado, to the brownstones of Boston, and now to the bridges of Pittsburgh collecting memories, reptiles, a cat, and some other creatures along the way.

Life Together

Then, in May of 2024, while visiting Iceland (because we’re clearly dramatic), we hiked to a hidden waterfall called Gljúfrabúi. With the sound of cascading water and the most epic scenery imaginable, one of us got down on one knee and the other immediately started crying not from joy, but from the freezing cold mist… mostly.And here we are.We’ve come a long way from academic rivals to life partners and we’re so excited to celebrate this next chapter with all of you.

The Proposal

Our Story

Grand Turk & Bimini Beach Club

Sailing Itinerary

March 6 - 11, 2027

5 NIGHTS ABOARD SCARLET LADY MARCH 06 | 📍 Miami, Florida, USADeparts at 5:00 PM local timeAll aboard 2 hrs before departure• Welcome Get Together - Time and Location TBD MARCH 07 | 🚢 Sailing• Wedding Ceremony - Time and Location TBD MARCH 08 | 📍 Grand Turk, Turks &amp; Caicos8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, local timeRequires tender boat to reach shore MARCH 09 | 🚢 Sailing MARCH 10 | 📍 The Beach Club at Bimini, Bahamas9:00 AM - 6:00 PM, local time MARCH 11 | 📍 Miami, Florida, USAArrives at 6:30 AM, local time

Welcome Get Together

MARCH 06, 2027

The first evening upon departure we will host a get together at a bar with glasses of wine to toast the trip together. Closer to the date we will announce the time and location.

Wedding Ceremony

MARCH 07, 2027

The ceremony will be in the afternoon/evening of March 7th 2027. This is the second day on the ship. We will get a set time and location for the ceremony closer to the date.

Schedule

Our Virgin Voyage Travel Planner will assist in booking our parties sailors. Wedding block packaing includes discounts: ⭐ 10% off your cabin. *Please note discount does not apply to RockStar or Mega RockStar cabins. **YOU MUST book 45 days prior to sail date to be included.** ⭐ $100 Bar tab included per cabin booking. **YOU MUST BOOK THROUGH THE CRUISE BOOKING AGENT**

How to Book Your Cabin

Cruise Information

✈️ TRAVEL INFOWe're so excited to celebrate with you at sea! Here's everything you need to know about getting to Miami, Florida for our cruise wedding. 🚢 SHIP INFORMATIONCruise Line: Virgin VoyagesVoyage: Grand Turk &amp; Bimini Beach ClubDates: Saturday, March 6 - Thursday, March 11, 2027Port of Departure: Miami, Florida 🗓️ IMPORTANT DATESCruise Departure: March 6th, 2027 at 5PMPort Check-in Time: 2:15PM - 4:00PMRecommended Arrival in Miami: At least one day before the cruise departs (trust us, travel delays happen, and the ship will leave without you!) ⏰ TIMING TIPSPlease don’t cut it close. We highly recommend arriving in Miami at least one day before the cruise. Cruise ships are on a strict schedule, and once the doors close, they're closed no matter how cute your wedding outfit is. Be sure to check in online with Virgin Voyages and bring all required documents, including your passport, boarding pass, and any health or travel forms.

Airport Travel

✈ MIAMI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (MIA)⭐ Nearest AirportMost convenient option, only about 15–20 minutes from the cruise port. ✈ FORT LAUDERDALE-HOLLYWOOD INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (FLL)About 45 minutes to 1 hour from the port.

Look out for Virgin Voyages cruise line's Terminal V signs and port staff will guide you!

Port of Miami, Terminal V - Virgin Voyages

Garage G is the closest parking garage to Virgin Voyages. Garages C, D, F, G&nbsp;and Surface Lot E* Short term, per vehicle, per space, per day (no overnight) or fraction of $10* Long-term (overnight or greater), per vehicle, per space, per day or a fraction of $25* Long-term (high density, overnight or greater), per vehicle, per space, per day or fraction of $25* Special events, per vehicle, per space, no less than $15* Lost ticket (equivalent to 11-day cruise), per vehicle, per space, for a maximum of $275

Port of Miami - Parking Garage G

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Zachary & Lauren

Zachary & Lauren

Z&L

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