Together Forever

Mr. & Mrs.
Chen

08 · 24 · 2024

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The couple

How It All
Began

It started with a shared umbrella on a rainy Tuesday in San Francisco — a chance encounter that neither of us had planned. What followed was three years of morning coffee runs, quiet bookstores, long hikes, and the slow, certain realization that home is a person, not a place.

On a crisp December evening overlooking the bay, with the city glittering below, we decided to make it official. This August, we celebrate with the people we love most.

"In all the world, there is no heart for me like yours."

The Weekend

4:00 PM
Ceremony
Carmel Valley Ranch · Carmel, CA

Join us as we exchange vows in the open-air garden pavilion, surrounded by oak trees and the rolling hills of the valley.

5:30 PM
Cocktail Hour
The Terrace Lawn · Carmel Valley Ranch

Sip seasonal cocktails and light bites as the sun sets over the valley. Our favorite songs, your best company.

7:00 PM
Dinner & Dancing
The Grand Ballroom · Carmel Valley Ranch

A four-course dinner followed by an evening of dancing under the stars. Black tie optional.

Sun, Aug 25
Farewell Brunch
The Sunrise Terrace · 10:00 AM

A relaxed send-off brunch the following morning. Come as you are — mimosas included.


Travel & Accommodations

Venue Hotel

A block of rooms has been reserved at Carmel Valley Ranch. Use code CHEN2024 for a preferred rate.

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Staying with Us

Shuttle service runs between the hotel and all event locations. Check-in from 3 PM, check-out by 11 AM.

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By Air

Fly into Monterey Regional Airport (MRY), just 25 minutes away. SJC and SFO are accessible within 2 hours.

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Airport Transfers

We recommend renting a car for flexibility. Rideshares are also available from MRY. Airport parking is complimentary.

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By Car

Carmel Valley Ranch is at 1 Old Ranch Rd, Carmel, CA 93923. Complimentary valet for all guests throughout the weekend.

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Driving Tips

Take US-1 south from San Francisco — the coastal views are stunning. Allow 2.5–3 hours with traffic. Parking is complimentary.

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The Registry

Your presence is our greatest gift. For those who wish to celebrate with something more, we have registered at the following stores.

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Please RSVP by July 1st, 2024. We can't wait to celebrate with you.

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