Saturday October 26, 2024
Bali, Indonesia
245 days 14 hrs 11 mins ago
Story
Tidbits
What was your most memorable date?
Lucia came to meet James at minigolf with her pupils dilated after an optometrists visit (she couldn't see). She proceeded to beat James, completely ruining his confidence. James didn't think the date was going well. Later that night they ended up at a SF Jazz club and struck up a conversation with a woman at the bar. She made a comment that she thought we were married and had been together for years (based on how comfortable we were with each other). This restored James's spirits.
Where are you going for your honeymoon?
A safari adventure in Africa! 🦒🐆🦁🐘
What's the most memorable trip you have taken together?
We went to Bora Bora 🇵🇫 and stayed on a private island called Motu Ahuna 🏝️ where we had to bring and cook all of our own food (it was like a tropical Burning Man). Because the swells were so high, we couldn't get a boat so we were literally stranded on the island. We picked coconuts and befriended a stray dog that we named Dingus. We had the best time lounging around in the sun, snorkeling, kayaking and stand up paddleboarding all around the island exploring its coral reefs 🪸
We’re on the same page about
Getting a Pomeranian pup named Chocobo 🐶
Travel
Some info about Bali in October
🛬 The main international airport of Bali, Indonesia is "I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)" also known as "Denpasar International Airport".
💰 The currency is Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) - while some places accept credit cards, please carry cash.
🌦️ The weather in October is warm to hot and still very sunny averaging 9 hours of sunshine per day. The average daily maximum is 32°C (90°F) and the average daily minimum is 24°C (75°F).
🚕 GoJek and Grab are the local ride-sharing apps, and its really easy to book transportation through your hotel or accomodation.
📱 WhatsApp is commonly used to communicate with local establishments (i.e. making reservations with restaurants, connecting with the taxi driver or hotel concierge etc.) please have it downloaded.
🏝️ Popular areas for travelers in Bali:
• Uluwatu & Ungasan - Famous for the Uluwatu Temple and Kecak dance performances.
• Ubud area - Known as the cultural heart of Bali, surrounded by lush rice terraces and home to traditional markets, art galleries, and the Ubud Monkey Forest.
• Nusa Dua & Jimbaran area - Renowned for pristine white-sand beaches, seafood beachfront dining and beautiful sunset views.
• Seminyak & Kerobokan area - Trendy area with upscale shopping, vibrant nightlife, and beach clubs.
• Kuta & Legian area - Famous for its lively atmosphere, vibrant nightlife, and surfing culture.
Getting In
🌁 From San Francisco: there are no direct flights to Bali. We recommend flying into Taipei (TPE) (Lucia's mother is from Taiwan so definitely explore if you have a longer layover!)
Other airlines departing from California with connections to Bali are United, Cathay Pacific and Singapore Airlines.
🇦🇺 From Australia: there are direct flights on several airlines - Virgin Australia, Jetstar and Malindo Air
When you arrive at Denpasar Airport in Bali, you’ll need to pay an Electronic Visa-On-Arrival (e-VOA) of IDR 500,000 (~$35 USD) and a one-time tourism levy of IDR 150,000 (~$10 USD) using cash or credit card.
Radisson Blu Bali Uluwatu, Jalan Pemutih Jalan Labuansait, Pecatu, Uluwatu, Bali, Indonesia
Radisson Blu Bali Uluwatu is our partner hotel.
To use our discount code “LUCIAJAMES24” please e-mail the reservation team at reservation_rdbu@radisson.com mentioning the booking code along with the information below:
• Name:
• Check in:
• Check Out:
• Email:
• Number of person:
• Room Type:
• Special Preference:
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Suggested Stay:
Fri, October 25 - Sun, October 27
Jl. Raya Uluwatu Banjar Dinas Karang, Boma, Pecatu, South Kuta, Badung Regency, Bali 80364, Indonesia
Things to do in Bali
🌾 Explore Ubud:
→ Visit the Ubud Monkey Forest and the many Temples.
→ Wander through the Ubud Traditional Art Market.
→ Explore the lush Tegallalang Rice Terraces.
→ White water raft on Ayung River.
→ Ride ATVs through the Jungle
🛕 Temples and Cultural Sites:
→ Tanah Lot Temple for stunning sunset views.
→ Uluwatu Temple with traditional Kecak dance performances.
→ Besakih Temple, known as the Mother Temple of Bali.
→ Visit Tirta Empul Temple for a traditional water purification ritual.
🏖️ Beach Days:
→ Thomas beach, Uluwatu, Nyang-Nyang, Padang Padang, Bias Tugel, Balangan, Kelingking
→ Try water sports such as surfing, snorkeling, or scuba diving.
🏝️ Island Hopping:
→ Take a ferry to the nearby Gili Islands or Nusa Islands
→ Other islands: Lombok and Komodo
🇮🇩 Balinese Cuisine & Cultural Experiences:
→ Enjoy local dishes like Nasi Goreng, Satay, and Babi Guling.
→ Arts & crafts: take a silver jewelry making class.
→ Attend a traditional Balinese ceremony or festival.
→ Visit Bali's traditional villages like Penglipuran or Tenganan.
☕️ Coffee Plantations:
→ Tour a coffee plantation in Ubud for a taste of Bali's famous Luwak Coffee.
Schedule
Q & A
For all our friends and family who have lots of questions, please check out our Q & A first!
When is the RSVP deadline?
Please RSVP by August 2, 2024, so we can have an accurate headcount 😊
Can I bring a date?
Please check your invite for your +1! Reach out to Lucia or James if you'd like to bring a +1.
Are kids welcome?
Kids are welcome, but please let us know their names and age.
We will hire a babysitter from 6 PM - 11 PM, during the dinner reception hours.
What are Bali's entry requirements?
When you arrive at Denpasar Airport in Bali, you’ll need to pay an Electronic Visa-On-Arrival (e-VOA) of IDR 500,000 (~$35 USD) and a one-time tourism levy of IDR 150,000 (~$10 USD) using cash or credit card.
What should I wear?
Cocktail or formal attire.
Is the wedding indoors or outdoors?
The tea ceremony and wedding ceremony is indoors, but our reception will outdoors.
Is it okay to take pictures with our phones and cameras during the wedding?
Yes! We would love for you to take photos and upload them in our shared Google Drive album:
For Social Media, please tag @LuciaSo and @Brotchie or use the hashtag #SoIntoBrotchie
Is there transportation being provided between reception and hotels?
We are working on a shuttle option to and from the Raddison Blu. It is also easy to organize a taxi through your accomodation.
I am coming from out of town. Where should I stay?
Tirtha the wedding venue is not a hotel so you can't stay there overnight, however Uluwatu has many great accomodation options and we have partnered with the Radisson Blu hotel - see our "Travel" page for the discount code and booking instructions
Will there be dancing?
Yes! We will have DJ PID at the reception -
How will food and drinks be served?
🍽️ FOOD: There will be canapés, and food carts during cocktail hour then a seated dinner reception service.
For the dinner reception, please choose either main meal A or B when you RSVP.
Here's a link to photos of the dinner options:
🍹DRINKS: During cocktail hour, there will be an open bar of about 4 hours (6 - 10 PM) for soft drinks, beer (Bintang cart - the local beer), and wines.
We will also have a bar tab open for 3 pre-selected cocktails: Basil Mojito, Aperol Spritz and Salted Caramel Espresso Martini.
At dinner time (around 8 PM), you can order other spirits of your choice until the tab runs out.
What time should I arrive?
3:30 PM if you'd like to attend the tea ceremony, or 5 PM for the wedding ceremony. The tea ceremony is in a smaller room so space is limited.
What if I have a dietary restriction?
Please let us know in the RSVP invitation, the chef will accomodate in advanced.
Is there WIFI at the venue?
Yes, the venue Tirtha has its own wifi and locker rooms for guests.
What should/could I do between the ceremony and the reception?
Eat, drink, mingle and enjoy the view. Leave a voicemail on the audio guestbook, take photos in the photobooth!
Whom should I contact with questions?
Lucia (helloluciaso@gmail.com, +1-510-965-8320) or James (brotchie@gmail.com, +1-669-294-5127)
Wedding Party
Alix Montano
Matron of Honor
Giacoma Cusimano
Officiant & Bridesmaid
Jaleh Behtash
Bridesmaid
Tania Gutierrez
Bridesmaid
Jillian Jimenez
Bridesmaid
Hanako Makepeace
Bridesmaid
Molly Russell
Bridesmaid
Loretta So
Bridesmaid & eldest sister
Louisa So
Bridesmaid & older sister
David Brotchie
Best Man & Older Brother
Luke Keys
Groomsman
Andrew Jessop
Groomsman
Tom Percy
Groomsman
Registry
Your presence is enough of a present to us! But if you'd like, we'd appreciate any gifts that would go to building our home and future family together.
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