Chapel in The Field

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Chapel in the Field

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Our Wedding

Kaela and Alex met while working together in the military in Oregon. While it started as passing work conversations, they ended up on a COVID mission assisting hospitals that were short-staffed due to the influx of patients. They quickly grew close and bonded over their shared love of sports, adventure, and the unique experiences of military life. Fast forward through a few amazing years living in Washington, D.C., and they are now happily settled in Florida, surviving the summer heat and working to make their house a home alongside Alex’s two amazing sons, Preston and Logan. They also have two crazy new puppies, Knox and Margo, and are working hard to get them well-trained. Kaela and Alex can't wait to officially tie the knot and celebrate with all of their favorite people!

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We would love for our family and friends to get dressed up with us! We kindly request formal wear for our special day. Men are welcome to wear a suit and tie (no tuxedos required), and women may opt for floor-length gowns, elegant midi dresses, or formal pantsuits. As we will be celebrating outdoors in the beautiful Florida spring weather, please consider comfortable, breathable fabrics to stay cool while looking your best!

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Q + A

A&nbsp;beautiful,&nbsp;untouched&nbsp;7-mile&nbsp;barrier&nbsp;island&nbsp;great&nbsp;for&nbsp;a&nbsp;boat&nbsp;trip&nbsp;or&nbsp;dolphin-watching&nbsp;excursion.

Shell Island Beach

Perfect&nbsp;for&nbsp;a&nbsp;beach&nbsp;day,&nbsp;hiking&nbsp;trails,&nbsp;and&nbsp;spotting&nbsp;local&nbsp;wildlife&nbsp;(like&nbsp;deer&nbsp;right&nbsp;on&nbsp;the&nbsp;sand).

St. Andrews State Park

Crab&nbsp;Island&nbsp;in&nbsp;Destin,&nbsp;Florida&nbsp;is&nbsp;the&nbsp;perfect&nbsp;combination&nbsp;of&nbsp;sun,&nbsp;sand,&nbsp;and&nbsp;sparkling&nbsp;emerald&nbsp;waters!&nbsp;Once&nbsp;just&nbsp;a&nbsp;tiny&nbsp;island&nbsp;on&nbsp;the&nbsp;south&nbsp;side&nbsp;of&nbsp;Choctawhatchee&nbsp;Bay,&nbsp;the&nbsp;sandbar&nbsp;known&nbsp;as&nbsp;“Crab&nbsp;Island”&nbsp;is&nbsp;now&nbsp;one&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;most&nbsp;popular&nbsp;things&nbsp;to&nbsp;do&nbsp;in&nbsp;Destin&nbsp;for&nbsp;boaters,&nbsp;tourists,&nbsp;and&nbsp;locals&nbsp;alike!&nbsp;

Crab Island

Pier&nbsp;Park&nbsp;is&nbsp;Panama&nbsp;City&nbsp;Beach’s&nbsp;premier&nbsp;shopping&nbsp;and&nbsp;entertainment&nbsp;destination.&nbsp;Serving&nbsp;the&nbsp;Panama&nbsp;City&nbsp;Beach&nbsp;and&nbsp;30A&nbsp;community,&nbsp;this&nbsp;outdoor&nbsp;complex&nbsp;boasts&nbsp;124&nbsp;stores,&nbsp;ranging&nbsp;from&nbsp;clothing&nbsp;for&nbsp;the&nbsp;whole&nbsp;family&nbsp;to&nbsp;home&nbsp;goods,&nbsp;shoes&nbsp;and&nbsp;jewelry.&nbsp;Pier&nbsp;Park&nbsp;also&nbsp;offers&nbsp;many&nbsp;exciting&nbsp;dining&nbsp;options.&nbsp;No&nbsp;matter&nbsp;what&nbsp;you’re&nbsp;in&nbsp;the&nbsp;mood&nbsp;for,&nbsp;Pier&nbsp;Park&nbsp;has&nbsp;the&nbsp;variety&nbsp;that&nbsp;puts&nbsp;the&nbsp;all&nbsp;in&nbsp;mall.

Pier Park

Activities

Destin–Fort&nbsp;Walton&nbsp;Beach&nbsp;Airport&nbsp;is&nbsp;an&nbsp;airport&nbsp;located&nbsp;within&nbsp;Eglin&nbsp;Air&nbsp;Force&nbsp;Base,&nbsp;adjacent&nbsp;to&nbsp;the&nbsp;city&nbsp;of&nbsp;Valparaiso&nbsp;and&nbsp;near&nbsp;the&nbsp;cities&nbsp;of&nbsp;Destin&nbsp;and&nbsp;Fort&nbsp;Walton&nbsp;Beach,&nbsp;in&nbsp;Okaloosa&nbsp;County,&nbsp;Florida.&nbsp;This&nbsp;is&nbsp;the&nbsp;airport&nbsp;Alex&nbsp;and&nbsp;I&nbsp;usually&nbsp;use,&nbsp;however,&nbsp;will&nbsp;be&nbsp;further&nbsp;from&nbsp;lodging.

Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport

Northwest&nbsp;Florida&nbsp;Beaches&nbsp;International&nbsp;Airport&nbsp;is&nbsp;a&nbsp;public&nbsp;airport&nbsp;18&nbsp;miles&nbsp;northwest&nbsp;of&nbsp;Panama&nbsp;City,&nbsp;Florida,&nbsp;United&nbsp;States,&nbsp;in&nbsp;Bay&nbsp;County.&nbsp;This&nbsp;airport&nbsp;will&nbsp;be&nbsp;closer&nbsp;to&nbsp;lodging&nbsp;and&nbsp;we&nbsp;recommend&nbsp;using&nbsp;this&nbsp;airport&nbsp;if&nbsp;possible.

Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP)

The&nbsp;Embassy&nbsp;Suites&nbsp;by&nbsp;Hilton&nbsp;Panama&nbsp;City&nbsp;Beach&nbsp;Resort&nbsp;is&nbsp;a&nbsp;modern,&nbsp;all-suite&nbsp;oceanfront&nbsp;hotel&nbsp;located&nbsp;at&nbsp;16006&nbsp;Front&nbsp;Beach&nbsp;Road,&nbsp;Panama&nbsp;City&nbsp;Beach,&nbsp;Florida.&nbsp;Room&nbsp;rates&nbsp;and&nbsp;block&nbsp;codes&nbsp;coming&nbsp;soon!

Embassy Suites by Hilton Panama City Beach Resort