Before I DO BBQ

Carnival Panorama

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Hope and Chris' Wedding

I don't think we have to really tell you all who we are and how we met. Most of you have been with us for the entire journey, some of you were not so secretly plotting to get us together anyway. It worked, now we are finally getting married and we have all of you to blame...thank.

Hope & Chris 

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🎉 Before We Set Sail... Let’s BBQ! 🍔💍We're getting hitched on a cruise (yes, we’re that couple 😎🚢),but before we sail off into the sunset,we’re throwing a BBQ bash for all our land-loving friends &amp; family who can’t join us on the ship!Join us for food, drinks, music, and some good ol’ celebratin’—no passports required! 🌴 The Pre-Cruise I Do BBQHosted by Chris and Hope📅 9 AUGUST 2025🕔 4ish til we all collapse📍 135 Via Camelia, Paso Robles, CA 93446 Attire: Casual &amp; comfy—bonus points for tropical prints!Gifts: Your presence is the present (but we won’t say no to a toast 🍻)Let’s eat, laugh, dance, and make some memories before we float away! Bring your own boozeWe are going to keep this as a adult only BBQ please. Please RSVP by 1 JULY 2025

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LONG BEACH CRUISE TERMINAL231 Windsor WayLong Beach, CA 90802 &nbsp;Travel Time: 23 miles from Los Angeles International Airport; travel time is approximately 50 minutes. 12 miles from Long Beach Airport; travel time is approximately 20 minutes.&nbsp;&nbsp; Traveling from the Los Angeles area (north) Take the 405 Freeway south.Take the 710 Freeway south.Continue on the 710 Freeway south and follow the signs for the Queen Mary.At the entrance to the Queen Mary, stay to the far right of the parking ticket taker for the Queen Mary; this lane is the entrance to the Long Beach Cruise terminal.Follow the signs for Passenger Parking and Luggage Drop-Off area.&nbsp; Traveling from the San Diego area (south) Take I-5 north.Take the 405 Freeway north.Take the 710 Freeway south.Continue on the 710 Freeway south and follow the signs for the Queen Mary.At the entrance to the Queen Mary, stay to the far right of the parking ticket taker for the Queen Mary; this lane is the entrance to the Long Beach Cruise terminal.Follow the signs for Passenger Parking and Luggage Drop-Off area.&nbsp; &nbsp;Parking: $23.00 per day (rates subject to change)5-Story, 1450 space parking garage.Full payment due upon exiting the parking garage.Handicap Parking available with proof of valid permit.Accepted forms of payment: U.S Dollars; major credit cards.No advance reservations required.Oversized vehicles will be charged per parking space.Due to height restrictions in the garage, RV's may have to utilize the adjacent outdoor parking facilities.&nbsp;

Long Beach Port Directions

Dear Wedding Party: We are celebrating a very special day that our bridal couple has chosen to share with you, their family and friends.&nbsp;It is very important that we all do everything in our power to make the day special and memorable for them.&nbsp;A shipboard wedding may be a new experience for you, so we ask that you review the information below to ensure a stress free and safe day for everyone.&nbsp; Boarding:&nbsp;Priority boarding is provided for bridal couples, as well as their guests, being married on the day of sailing.&nbsp;The time to board the ships is controlled by US Customs and Immigration.&nbsp;No one is allowed to board the ship until US Customs and Immigration clear the ship. Due to the terrorist attacks on our country, US Customs and Immigration have increased security measures. In the event the delay in boarding affects the time of the wedding, the wedding will be delayed accordingly.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Guests:&nbsp;&nbsp;We ask for all guests to be at the Pier at (9:00 a.m. Radiance, 9:30 a.m. Panorama, Miracle and Firenze) to begin the check-in process so once the ship has cleared, we will be able to priority board before all other cruising passengers.&nbsp;Guests who do not arrive at the time we board will have to make their own way on the ship. &nbsp; Non-Sailing Guests:&nbsp;All non-sailing guests are to be completely dressed and ready for the wedding when arriving at the cruise terminal.&nbsp;The bride and groom submitted a guest list for all non-sailing guests including your names and date of birth.&nbsp;You will need to provide your state issued photo ID at the time of check in, please have it available. You will leave your ID with Security in the terminal and be given a guest pass to board the ship.&nbsp;Non-sailing guests are welcome to tour the ship until the ceremony time. All non-sailing guests must debark the ship immediately after the reception. When leaving the ship, you will need to redeem your ID in the ship’s terminal.&nbsp; Sailing Guests:&nbsp;All sailing guests (except the bride and groom) should be completely dressed and ready for the wedding when arriving at the cruise terminal. Time permitting, sailing guests may have an opportunity to go to their stateroom, however, the cabin may not be ready. Only the bride and groom’s cabin is guaranteed to be ready. The bride and groom may carry on a garment bag in addition to a carry-on bag. Only one hand-carry-on bag will be permitted for sailing guests and must fit through the security machine. Luggage not to exceed 24”w x 16”h. All other bags must be checked with the Porters.&nbsp;Please ensure that you have everything you need for the wedding and reception, as you will not see your checked bags until after the reception. Please ensure that all ticket documents have been completed prior to arrival at the pier to expedite check-in and have proper boarding documents available. Once onboard, you may go to your stateroom.&nbsp;If you lose your way, any Carnival Cruise Lines staff member can direct you.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Required Travel Documents:·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Valid U.S. Passport·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Passport Card·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Original or legible copy of a Birth Certificate (issued by the Department of Vital Statistics)·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Certificate of Naturalization·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Enhanced Driver's License·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Trusted Traveler Program Membership Card (i.e. Nexus Card, Sentri Card or Fast Card)·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;A Consular Report of Birth Abroad·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Copies of the following will NOT be allowed:1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;US Passports2.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Naturalization Papers·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Originals, or copies will NOT be allowed:1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Baptismal Certificates&nbsp;2.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Hospital issued "Certificate of Birth&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Gifts: Please note due to security reasons wrapped gifts are not allowed, if you wish to give a gift to the couple during the wedding reception we will suggest envelopes. We also have a beautiful selection of items that can be purchased for the couple on our website <a href="http://www.carnival.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.carnival.com</a> under gifts and services.&nbsp;&nbsp; The Ceremony and Reception: Please ensure that you are aware of the time that you need to be at the ceremony and that you know the location.&nbsp;Maps of the ship are available at the Information Desk.&nbsp;Please be on time.&nbsp;Delays on the part of the wedding couple and/or the wedding guests may result in limited ceremony or reception time.&nbsp;All ceremonies are performed before the ship sails and all ceremony times are approximate and can be delayed due to unforeseen events.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;On behalf of our wedding couple, Carnival Cruise Lines, and our wedding staff, we thank you for your support and for sharing in this special day.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Embark Procedure for Wedding Guests

We will be continuing on with the actual cruise after the wedding and reception. The cruise is from 24-30 August 2025 and will be visiting the following ports:Cabo San LucasEnsenada

24 August 2025 - Leave Long Beach at 4:00PM 25 August 2025 - Fun Day At Sea 26 August 2025 - Cabo San Lucas - 10:00AM - 6:00PM 27 August 2025 - Cabo San Lucas - 7:00AM - 4:00PM 28 August 2025 - Fun Day At Sea 29 August 2025 - Ensenada - 8:00AM - 5:00PM 30 August 2025 - Port of Long Beach

Christopher & Hope

Christopher & Hope

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