Q & A
The detailsWhere do I RSVP? And by when?
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- We invite you to RSVP online here. Please RSVP by June 30, 2025.
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What is the address?
- The ceremony and reception will be held at OVY Camp in San Gregorio, CA (5360 La Honda Rd, San Gregorio, CA 94074)
- Once you arrive, you’ll see signage directing you to park up the hill. The ceremony will take place in the redwoods on the main level. There’s a hill you must descend to access the ceremony space. There will be a golf cart to support those who need it.
What is the best way to get to the venue?
- We recommend driving, carpooling, or taking an Uber or Lyft to get to the venue. We will also help out-of-town folks carpool, but cannot guarantee this.
What is the best airport to fly into?
- We recommend flying into SFO. Flying into SJC or OAK will also work, but are farther from the venue.
What if I have a dietary restriction?
- Please include this in your RSVP.
What will the weather be like?
- Bay Area weather is often sunny and warm during the day and chilly at night. We recommend bringing a light jacket for outdoor evening activities. Find the best information we have here.
Am I allowed to bring a plus-one?
- We’d like to keep the guests list just to those who know us well. The name of every guest invited to attend is clearly listed on your invitation and no additional guests can be accommodated.
Am I allowed to bring by kid(s)?
- We politely request no children attend the ceremony and reception. Thank you in advance for understanding.
Anything else I should know?
- There is limited cell reception. However, there is wifi in the main hall where the reception will be held.
What’s the wedding itinerary?
- Please arrive between 2:30-3:30 PM for the ceremony, the ceremony will begin at 4 PM, there will be a cocktail hour and reception from 5 to 10 PM.
What is the dress code for the ceremony and reception?
- Semi-formal. A 2-piece suit (any color except dark green), a dress shirt and dress pants, a dress, or a jumpsuit (any color except all white) are all appropriate. Kindly choose shades of pink, orange, green, or purple. Here are some suggestions!
- Guests will walk to the garden on rock pathways, but will need to step on grass to take their seats and some will remain standing for the ceremony. For that reason, stiletto or otherwise-thin heels are not recommended.
Will your wedding be indoors or outdoors?
- Our afternoon ceremony and cocktail hour will be outdoors in the redwoods, while the reception will take place indoors
What time should I arrive at your wedding ceremony?
- We are planning to start the ceremony at 4 PM, so we we ask that you arrive between 2:30-3:30 PM to give yourself time to park, meet folks, and settle in.
Am I allowed to take photos at your wedding?
- We have hired a photographer to document this momentous occasion, but you are more than welcome to take photos outside of the ceremony-time. However, there will be limited cell reception, so we recommend pretending like you don’t even have a phone. Be here now 🙂
Will there be an open bar?
- Yes. There will be an assortment of beer, wine, cider, hard seltzers, and non-alcoholic beverages available.
What type of food will be served at your wedding?
- We will be having Cuban food (delicious meats and vegetables, rice and beans, and fried plantains).
What time does the reception end?
- After dinner, you’re invited to dance, drink, and be merry until 10pm.
What is the timeline for weekend guests?
- You can arrive starting at 5 PM on Friday, August 8.
- Friday: BBQ, campfire and singing (bring a guitar or ukulele if you like)
- Saturday: Games and chill in the morning, Ceremony at 4 PM, Reception 5-10 PM
- Sunday: Pancake brunch at 9:30 AM
- We need to leave the venue by 12 Noon on Sunday, August 10.
What is the dress code for the weekend?
- Friday and Sunday dress codes are suggestions. Please dress comfortably and casually outside of the ceremony and reception.
- Friday – tie-dye or colorful
- Saturday – semi-formal for the ceremony and reception; pink, orange, green and purple (Here are some suggestions!); casual camp clothes for the morning
- Sunday – pajamas for pancake brunch
What are the accommodations for weekend guests?
- We have limited space for some folks to stay in on-site cabins. The cabins have four beds and a pull string light at the center. The cabins do not have AC outlets, but there are some by the bathrooms if you need to charge your phones in the case of an emergency. If you are able, please bring a sleeping bag. If you are flying, we will provide bedding for you. Keep an eye on your email for more information!
- We suggest bringing the following items that may be outside of your normal packing list for travel: water bottle, sunscreen, towel, sleeping bag, pillow, and shower shoes.
- If you did not get a weekend cabin invitation, we invite you to find accommodations in a nearby town (San Mateo, Redwood City, Palo Alto, or Half Moon Bay)
What will be the sleeping situation for people staying for the weekend?
- We have a few options:
- There are cabins that can have up to four guests.
- There’s plenty of open space should you choose to bring a tent and camp on-site.
- Let us know if you want to bring a camper van or trailer because there is space for a limited number of those.
What about showers? Bathrooms?
- While the cabins do not have bathrooms, there is a building in the same area that has individual bathrooms and shower stalls (we recommend bringing shower shoes).
What is the dress code for the ceremony and reception?
- Semi-formal. A 2-piece suit (any color except dark green), a dress shirt and dress pants, a dress, or a jumpsuit (any color except all white) are all appropriate. Kindly choose shades of pink, orange, green, or purple. Here are some suggestions!
- Guests will walk to the garden on rock pathways, but will need to step on grass to take their seats and some will remain standing for the ceremony. For that reason, stiletto or otherwise-thin heels are not recommended.
What is the dress code for the weekend?
- Friday and Sunday dress codes are suggestions. Please dress comfortably and casually outside of the ceremony and reception.
- Friday – tie-dye or colorful
- Saturday – semi-formal for the ceremony and reception: pink, orange, green and purple; casual camp clothes for the morning
- Sunday – pajamas for pancake brunch
I have more questions about your wedding, who can I contact?
- Feel free to reach out to us via email at samiandquinn@gmail.com with any further questions ahead of the wedding.
Where will wedding updates be posted?
- Additional updates or changes that need your attention will appear on our wedding website homepage or be sent via email.
Your presence at our wedding is your present to us. However, if you would like to honor us with a gift, feel free to check out our registry for ideas. You can find our complete wedding registry under the “Registry” tab.