Thank you!!!!

We can't thank you enough for coming to our Wedding in Cuba! What an amazing week that we will never forget. Most of us have commented on the beach being the nicest one we've seen, and several of us have the vacation blues. We love you all and can't thank you enough.

xoxox Sylvy Porto-Mullin and Johnny Mullin

Just a few reminders...

We will be having a "red" day to show that we are Canadian's while we are in Cuba. Please remember to pack something red, it could be a hat, glasses, an entire outfit or something crazy!

Please remember to have $25/per person for when we head home as it is needed to leave the country.

Sunscreen is not available in Cuba, please remember to bring enough for the whole week.

We will be looking into the catamaran tour, we have friends who have been to this exact resort and say that it's the excursion to do (if you decide to do one). We would love to do one with as many people from our group as possible.

Just a note, our Wedding ceremony will take place on Monday August the 4th at 4pm.

It's getting really close!
See you for some vacation time and a Wedding very soon!!!!! <3

To our birdal party...

Another message to my bridal party...

I would like to meet up with each of you coming to Cuba either a few at a time, individually or in a group. I have something that I would like to give to you before our trip for you to bring along. It won't be ready until the weekend but if you have some time after vball on Monday or Thursday night...
For my girls who aren't attending the Cuba Wedding, I would like to give you yours prior to the Ontario Celebration!

To my TO girls (Bri, Lu and Kat), I won't have everything ready before the Jay's game so I will most likely have it for you in TO the day before we leave or before our flight.

Also, we are having our officiant come over to the house on Tuesday (29th) night where we will get hitched in front of my parents, Sand, Jimmy and the kids and Johnny's parents. It is a 10 minute ceremony and they only allow 6-10 guests for this. I don't want you to find out through the grape vine and think that we didn't want you there as that is not the case. We will be celebrating our Wedding Anniversary every August 4th, as this is the day we have picked to be "THE DAY!!!"

Love you girls,

xox Sylvy

Hair and make-up!

To our wedding party ladies and my momma: We are to make arrangements for hair and make-up when we are at the resort, however I need to give them general numbers. I have talked with a few of my bridesmaids and several have said that they would like an appointment for both hair and make-up. If you would like to book please comment below. I have asked for a price quote for each and hope to have that soon. Some of you are amazing at make-up, so you may want to do your own or do yours and others. It's totally up to you.

Momma-hair and make-up
Sand-hair and make-up
Bridget-hair and make-up
Marisa-hair and make-up
Luisa-hair and make-up

Jays game with our Cuba peeps and their significant others/friends!

Calling all Cuba bound friends and anyone coming to our Family Wedding Celebration in Ontario. We would love to have a little gathering before we leave for Cuba. Something simple and social. If you are interested in joining us on Friday, July the 18th or Monday July the 21st, please comment here. We will pick the night that most people are interested in. Apologies if none work for you or if one is picked over the other! Kids welcome of course :)

(Game time is 7:07pm, price $...we will aim for the lower priced seats approx. $15, and some of us will take the train down if you'd like to join!

Ontario Wedding Celebration: August 23rd at The Vicar's Vice (Rymal Road Stoney Creek)

Ontario Wedding Social at 2251 Rymal Road East: Vicars Vice, Stoney Creek.
 NUMBERS NEEDED SOON!

Please remember to call my mom (Sandra, 905-692-5051) or my sister (Sandy, 519-967-9665 ext. 3) on or before July 12th to let them know if you will be attending our Ontario Wedding Social. Dinner will be on us and we hope to have great weather so that we can be out on the patio. Please arrive at 6:15pm, dinner will start at 6:45pm or so.
If you have any special dietary restrictions, please let us know.
Dress: No ties needed, but a nice shirt would be lovely (gents), a sundress or something classy but not a ball gown (for the ladies).


To our wedding party: Please call my mom or Sand also and let us know if you are bringing a guest!
We can't wait to see you!
xox Johnny and Sylvy

$ Drop

Our trip price has dropped so Margaret has been able to get a money drop from Sunwing. Please look for her email explaining what has happened and look for the change on your credit card.

Stag and Doe Packages and Prices!

Stag and Doe Prices and Packages:

Basic Ticket Package: $20
Includes: 4 drinks, 5 main raffle tickets, 1 grand prize raffle ticket.

(If bought separately: $34)

Medium Ticket Package: $25
Includes: 5 drinks, 15 raffle tickets, 2 grand prize raffle tickets.

(If bought separately: $47.50)

Premium Ticket Package: $35
Includes: 6 drinks, an arms length of tickets (24-26 tickets), 3 grand prize raffle tickets.

(If bought separately: $60.50)

Adult drinks: $3.50 each (Beer, Palm Bays, Rev Energy Drinks, Mixed Drinks)
Any age drinks: Water $1.00, Flavoured water $1.50
Hamburgers, Sausages, Vegan Burgers: $4.00 (includes fix'ins, sides and an apple)
Chicken on a stick: $2.00
Veggie Chips: $1.00

Cuba bound peeps...so far!

Cuba bound so far!
1.Johnny
2.Sylvy
3.Sand
4.Jimmy
5.James
6.Madeleine
7.Sandra
8.Nanda
9.Jane
10.Mike
11.Sarah-Jane
12.Blake
13.Paula
14.Marisa
15.Amber
16.Joey
17.Luisa
18.Bridget
19.Kat
20.Allie
21.Alex
22.Margie
23.Lexi
24.Lindsay
25.Rick S
26.Jamie
27.Greg
28.Rhonda
29.Jason M
30.Jason H



I think we should have a little "get to know you" something, what do you think?

TravelZoo Deal for the hotel airport (Travelodge) if anyone is interested!!!! We got one!

Paula has found a great deal if anyone is interested in this the night before we leave for Cuba! Thanks P ;)

A one night stay in the airport hotel (Travelodge).
2 weeks of parking included!
24 hour shuttle to connect travellers to the airport.
The hotel has wi-fi, a restaurant, lounge, indoor pool and fitness centre.
Based on double occupancy, additional adults are $10/night.
Children 12 and younger are free.
Max occupancy for 4.
Reservations needed.

If you are interested in getting the deal, go to http://www.travelzoo.com/ca/local-deals/Toronto/Getaway/118945/Travelodge-Hotel-Toronto-Airport




We just got one! Remember to call 1-888-483-6887 and book it right away.

:)

Our LuluLemon Draw is on Saturday the 24th of May!

We have 12 tickets left for our LuluLemon apparel draw! Thank you to everyone who has purchased so far. Our draw is on Saturday May the 24th. There is one hoodie and two tee's to win! Please contact us here or someone in our wedding party to get your tickets before 12pm on Saturday. We have decided that all proceeds will be donated to Diabetes Research!

2 for $10 or 5 for $20

STAG AND DOE DETAILS!

Our Stag and Doe is looking great! This is what we've got so far...

Face Painting-Free
Backyard Games-Free
Admittance-$10 or 2 for $18 (each ticket counts as one ticket for the gift basket raffle)
Children and dogs-Free
Volley-ball serving game-.50 per ball
Pick up beach volley-ball included in your admittance fee (2 courts all day long)
Raffle Tickets: Gift baskets, gift certificates etc. ($10 for an arms length). Prizes include wine and cheese gift baskets, Cadbury gift basket, The Healing Sol gift certificates, Cambridge Athletics gift bags, SPORTO Athletics gift basket, Sparkle N' Shine Cleaning Services, Desire: The International U2 Tribute Band, Off Limit Sports gift certificate, Sherwood Painting & Renovations, Ferrero Rocher gift basket, Paula's Home Daycare, Grace's Goodies gift certificate, TLM Custom Cleaning gift basket and more!
Beer Fridge or Wine Fridge filled with booze (We haven't decided on the type of fridge yet): $10/ticket or 3 for $20 (value will be $200+)
BBQ: Assorted meats and veggies
Bar: Assorted beverages including beer, sports drinks, water, coolers

Gates open at 2pm and we will go until around 11pm!

Please bring a lawn chair and your party game :)

Photo Gallery:

Photo Gallery

 

Sylvia's Side of the Family (...a few of them anyways)

Johnny's Family (Ed Sr. picture to come)

Memories Azul Santa Clara/Santa Maria Cuba: Leaving July 31st, 2014

This is our Cuban resort for the wedding everyone!
We have 31 people booked and a few people are planning on booking within the next few days. 5 seats are saved until the 15th of May.
Please visit www.memoriesresorts.com to check out the beautiful location.
Our price is on hold until May 15th at $879 per adult (double occ.) and $587 for children under 13.
If you are looking for a room-mate, please post here.
You can call Margaret (Jimmy's mom) to book or for more information at (519) 734-6793, or you can book with your own agent right up until the day before we leave (prices will most likely have changed).
Transfers are all included in our pricing.
If you have not yet put your deposit of $150 down, please do so asap to secure your seat.


*** There is a $25 CUC exit fee payable at the airport, please remember to bring and save this money so that you can leave.
*** Advisable to bring your own "must have" snacks like crackers, goodies for the kids, seasonings and spices for food if you wish.

Important Dates:

Family Shower put on by Sandra Porto (momma) and Sandy Porto (twiney):
Sunday June 1st
Location: Fortinos Party Room, Upper Centennial, Stoney Creek
If you have not responded and you are able to make it, please give them a call.

Our Stag & Doe:
Date: Saturday June 7th, 2014
Location: 1273 Plains Road West, Burlington: Beach Volley-Ball Courts
Time: 2pm-11pm
What: Pick-up beach volley ball all day long, bbq, raffles, prizes, face painting, backyard games.
Children free
Dogs welcome
$10 at the door
$10 each or 2 for $18 pre-bought
A portion of our profits will be donated to Diabetes Research

Our Cuba Trip:
Dates to remember-
1. July 31st, 2014-Leaving for Santa Maria Cuba
2. August 4th, 2014-Our wedding day!
3. August 7th-Flying back to Canada

Our Family Ontario Wedding Celebration:
-Saturday August 23, 2014- 6:00pm
-Vicars Vice Restaurant: 2251 Rymal Road West, Stoney Creek, Ontario
-Dinner will be served at 7:00pm (dinner is on us of course)
-RSVP by July 12th as numbers are required
-Children welcome

The Wedding Party...

Madeleine Porto-Flower Girl, Sandy Porto-Maid of Honour, Jim Porto-Groomsman, James Porto-Ring-Boy (Cuba/Ontario)

 

Marisa Luison-Bridesmaid (Cuba/Ontario)

 

Paula LeBlanc-Bridesmaid (Cuba/Ontario)

                                         
                                                Luisa Mansueti-Bridesmaid (Cuba/Ontario)

 

                                                 
                                               Trish Medeiros-Bridesmaid (Ontario)

 

Vanessa Scanga-Bridesmaid (Ontario) 

 

Pictures to come...

Kat Powell-Bridesmaid (Cuba/Ontario)
Bridget Laruricella-Bridesmaid (Cuba)
Sarah-Jane Spencer-Bridesmaid (Cuba/Ontario-standing up for Uncle Johnny)

Welcome to our wedding blog!

We would like to say thank you to all of you for sharing our special moments with us while we are getting ready for our wedding(s) this summer. Please feel free to comment, post pictures and share any information that pertains to our upcoming events. This will be our canvas for sharing information about our Ontario Celebration, Stag & Doe and about our Wedding Week in Cuba!
We are very fortunate to have such wonderful families and friends to help us celebrate, THANK YOU!
All of our love,
Johnny and Sylvy