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Nestled in the heart of La Jolla, La Valencia Hotel’s iconic Spanish-style architecture stands tall, looking over the cove. The bustle of the quaint city that attracts tourists worldwide can be heard as you walk by while seagulls call overhead. Passing through the white gates that surround the uniquely pink building, you could feel the […]

Their Meet-Cute: Walking down our high school halls, the sounds of locker doors clasping, class bells ringing, and buzzing conversation filling our ears, most of us hope our teenage crushes will be our forever partner, but few have the privilege of finding their lifelong love so young. But if you’re lucky, you get to grow […]

After taking some time to celebrate and tell all your friends and family that you’re engaged, you’ll quickly start getting your first two wedding questions: The excitement and curiosity will have everyone dying to know all about the biggest day of your life, but if you’re anything like us, choosing a wedding venue can feel […]

It’s official—there’s a ring on your finger and your phone won’t stop buzzing. Between the “congrats” texts and questions like “When’s the big day?” and “Have you picked your venue yet?”, it’s easy to start feeling overwhelmed. Trust us—we’ve been there, both as a married couple and seasoned wedding industry pros. So, before you dive […]

You can’t believe it. You’ve been dreaming of this day your entire life and when you look down at your ring finger each morning, you can barely believe it’s all real. The man of your dreams finally asked you to marry him (and dang did he do good with that ring!!), and you couldn’t be […]

You’re almost there—your wedding day is just around the corner! The dress is hanging in the closet, the suits are pressed, and your dream venue is ready to host your most special day. But before you say, “I do,” there’s one last celebration to plan: your rehearsal dinner. Whether you’re hosting it yourself or a […]