What is the dress code for your welcome drinks?

The dress code for our welcome drinks is dressy casual. For men, examples include dress shirts and slacks. Jackets are optional. For women, examples include cocktail dresses, pantsuits and jumpsuits.

What is the dress code for your wedding?

The dress code for our wedding is cocktail. For men, examples include suits with dress shoes or loafers. Jackets are required but ties are optional. For women, examples include floor-length gowns, knee-length cocktail dresses and pantsuits or jumpsuits with flats or block heels. There will be some walking on the cobblestones of Amsterdam, so wear stilettos at your own risk!

Do you have any tips for staying connected?

If your cell phone plan doesn't include international coverage, companies like airalo.com offer esims for as low as $4.50 for a week of data coverage. Using the referral code JOHN1214 will knock $3 off your first esim. Pay close attention to the instructions to avoid accidental fees from your carrier.

Do you have any tips for using public transportation around Amsterdam?

Public transportation is a quick and cost-effective way to get around Amsterdam. Note you must check in and check out of your method of transportation or you will pay the maximum fare. The easiest way to pay is by using a contactless debit or credit card. Note American Express is not accepted, but Mastercard and Visa are.

GVB runs the public transportation in Amsterdam (website here) and the NS runs the trains throughout the Netherlands (website here). Both websites contain journey planners, but Google Maps works too.

Rideshare services like Uber are also available.