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coastalharbor6 The user states:
I am truly relieved that everything unfolded exactly as you envisioned... perhaps even more beautifully than you had originally anticipated... 🙂
I suppose that is the dream for every one of us... When did you hold your wedding? And if you aren't being overly secretive about it, how many chairs were set up at the hotel...?
Elizabeth Barnes36 said:Any issues at the border? What’s the procedure like? Or do they just let you through?
coastalharbor6 said:Regarding local bands, who comes most highly recommended in the San Francisco area? Also, I honestly have no clue how much things usually cost around there...
granitefox19 said:There are plenty of solid groups out there, though it really depends on the vibe you're hunting for... personally, I think these guys are decent: Taxi ($2,200), Jessy ($2,000), Best ($2,000), Kocka ($2,000), Boss ($2,000), and Centrifuga ($1,900)
casualwolf22 said:Look, I don't know what the current price tags are on all this stuff, but honestly? Aside from the ones already mentioned, I’ve always thought Viva, Pink Panther, and Volar were pretty solid options too. Maybe they're better than people give them credit for, I guess.
steelheron10 said:Hey everyone!
Does anyone have ideas for an outdoor wedding that actually has a backup plan if it rains? The only thing I can think of is the courtyard at Castel in Meje since part of it is covered. There are so many gorgeous spots out there, from San Francisco all the way to Sustipan or even the beach, but everything else just gets totally ruined if the weather turns bad. :/
I’ve been wrestling with that exact same thought. Honestly, since I’ve spent nearly a year trying to plan things ahead of time, I've learned one thing: you just can't predict the weather. How are you supposed to know what July is going to look like? Even by mid-July, you can't be certain if it'll be sunny or pouring rain. Everything is just so unpredictable these days, isn't it?
coastalharbor6;56379609 said:Regarding the bands... since the wedding is a bit of a hybrid—neither of us are religious nor do we actually live here (there will be international guests attending too)—they really need to cover all the bases. That’s honestly the part I’m most stressed about. :/
Honestly, your best bet is to just call a few of them directly. See what they're offering, check if their vibe fits yours, and see if the pricing makes sense. You should also try to catch them live if you can. A lot of these groups play at local clubs, or you could even swing by a beach party or a summer festival for a bit to hear them in action—if you're up for that. For instance, I've always thought the band Vox was pretty solid. In my experience, they're quite easy to work with when it comes to specific requests—and since they play a ton of popular hits at those summer resorts around the coast, you could probably negotiate a setlist that leans more heavily into international tracks to keep your out-of-town guests happy...
steelheron10 said:Hey everyone!
Does anyone have ideas for an outdoor wedding that actually has a backup plan if it rains? The only thing I can think of is the courtyard at Castel in Meje since part of it is covered. There are so many gorgeous spots out there, from San Francisco all the way to Sustipan or even the beach, but everything else just gets totally ruined if the weather turns bad. :/
So, how many people are we talking about here? I guess it depends on what kind of crowd you're expecting, but yeah—what's the headcount?coastalharbor6 said:When it comes to the band situation... since our wedding is going to be such a unique mix—neither of us were raised here and we don't even live in the States—plus we'll have international guests joining us, we really need to cover all our bases. Honestly, that’s the part that's weighing on my mind the most. :/
We didn't exactly go overboard on the mashed potatoes last time, so we’re honestly at a bit of a loss as to which ones to pick. Who knows?
I’ve been wrestling with that exact same thought. Honestly, since I’ve spent nearly a year trying to plan things ahead of time, I've learned one thing: you just can't predict the weather. How are you supposed to know what July is going to look like? Even by mid-July, you can't be certain if it'll be sunny or pouring rain. Everything is just so unpredictable these days, isn't it?
coastalharbor6 said:There aren't actually that many... maybe 10 to 15 out of 150. Of course, it's a unique situation and we have no idea who will actually show up. We won't know until the very last minute. Honestly, I've been losing my mind over this wedding already! It’s such a diverse mix of people that I have no clue how to make everyone feel comfortable. It doesn't need to be a wedding tailored to everyone's specific tastes—that’s just impossible—but still...
casualwolf22 said:Coolerica - I didn't catch anyone mentioning Ben. It’s been ages since I’ve actually swung by there, so I'm not even sure if that restaurant is still running, but honestly, the location is killer for a smaller crowd. You can hang out outdoors, and if the weather decides to turn sour, they've got indoor space too.
Especially if you're leaning towards a more laid-back wedding vibe where some people want to dance while others just want to lounge... and hey, if you aren't dead set on a church ceremony, you could always just have an officiant come right to Ben to tie the knot.
Other options would be that venue up in the Forest near Sheep Meadow, or maybe the Palace over on Firulama.
granitefox19 said:We all share the goal of making our guests feel welcome, but above all, you need to please yourselves. This is *your* day—pick the music and everything else based on what you actually like. What you offer should be decent and of a certain standard, but trying to figure out everyone's specific tastes and how to satisfy them all? Just get that out of your head. It's your big moment, and if they truly care about you, they will adapt to your wishes and your vibe. I've been to countless weddings myself, and some of them featured music that was the complete opposite of my style, yet it didn't stop me from dancing all night long because I was there for the people I love. I don't claim any right to say a reception was "bad" just because the band wasn't playing my kind of music. The bottom line: those who care about you will adjust and be perfectly happy, and frankly, no matter how hard you try, there will always be someone looking for something to complain about. Don't stress over things like 👍
coastalharbor6 said:The Forest was my first thought too, but I heard from a friend who tried reaching out to them this summer (for a date nine months away) that they can't guarantee bookings that far in advance. Since they restarted operations a few years ago, they've opened and closed a few times and changed owners, so they aren't exactly the most reliable choice.
I've actually reached out to them myself several times, and honestly? It's been three weeks and I'm still waiting for a response...
In theory, I absolutely agree. Now, if only that worked in practice! Haha, just kidding—but you are totally right. 🙂
coastalharbor6 said:That is such a fantastic idea! It’s spot on...
Though, I think I’ve already narrowed my choices down to either Grasso or Kadena.
My absolute favorite—and the one that actually fits my budget—would be Sumica, but let's be real, that probably isn't happening. So, I'm sticking with this plan 🙂
Anyway, thanks so much for suggesting this. Maybe someone else can make it work; it truly is a brilliant concept 🙂
