Helen Garczynski & Andrew Fickes

Helen & Andrew

September 28, 2013

Helen Garczynski & Andrew Fickes

Helen & Andrew

September 28, 2013

Dear Friends & Family!

Andrew and I are so excited to get married and share our special day with all of you! We have received such an outpouring of love and support as we have grown deeper and deeper in love and are so grateful to have you in our lives as we celebrate this new journey. It is because of you that we are, who we are.

Andrew and I knew right away that the person sitting across from us in the Mandolin Café (of course drinking coffee) was someone special - someone who would change our lives forever. Eight months later we were on a road trip from Washington state to Colorado to "meet the family." That trip not only brought us even closer than we already are, but showed us just how much we were "meant to be." The support, love, and laughter we shared within that journey would carry forward into our engagement and the rest of our lives.

It is within that adventure that we realized that our lives were that much richer with one another in it. It is also within that adventure that we learned just how much we love taking in the open road and traveling. We are excited for our upcoming honeymoon and when we stumbled upon this honeymoon registry, we grew that much more excited because we could share the adventure with those that mean so much to us. Our hope is that you will find this registry to be a uniquely wonderful way to create treasured memories by gifting a hotel night, a sunset cruise, wine-tasting, etc. We will take pictures along the way and send them in your much-deserved thank you note.

Thank you for being such a blessing in our lives! We cannot wait to see you at the wedding (if not sooner).

Lots of love and hugs, Helen & Andrew

We're going to Santa Barbara to San Francisco!

On Sunday, September 29th, Andrew and I will be flying out to Los Angeles, California to begin our honeymoon adventure. We will spend our first evening in my hometown area of Orange County and wake up the next morning to indulge in a childhood favorite fare at Mrs. Knott's, located just outside of Knott's Berry Farm. Following the delicious breakfast, we will venture to the coast and the romance of Santa Barbara, where we will spend a couple of days enjoying fine cuisine and sunny beaches. Then it is time to hit the road once again and head up the Pacific Coast Highway. Here we come Santa Cruz, Monterey, and San Francisco! In San Francisco our honeymoon will continue amidst inspirational works of art, the chocolates of Ghiradelli, and candy-apple-colored cable cars. It will be quite a journey, filled with a wealth of pictures and even more memories that we can share for years to come with those we love so much.

Our Registry

Seattle to LA: Day 1
Santa Barbara: Days 2-3
Santa Barbara Accommodations
Santa Barbara Dining
Santa Barbara Adventure, Fun & Relaxation
Carmel/Monterey/Santa Cruz: Days 4-5
Carmel/Monterey/Santa Cruz Accommodations
Carmel/Monterey/Santa Cruz Dining
Carmel/Monterey/Santa Cruz Adventure & Fun
San Francisco: Days 6-7
San Francisco Accommodation
San Francisco Dining
San Francisco Adventure, Fun & Relaxation
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It is the first day of our honeymoon and if you know anything about us (and obviously you do - lol), you know that our days begin with Starbucks. We'll enjoy a CInnamon Dolce Latte, White Mocha, and a couple of pastries before we set out for SeaTac.
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We have landed in LA and need to choose our mode of transportation for the week...Driving up the coast in a convertible, wind through our hair - Ooooh, that sounds perfect! Andrew and I will enjoy California as it is meant to be enjoyed.
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One Night Hotel Stay: Just arrived! Now for a place to rest our heads before heading North to Santa Barbara. Time to check into a hotel and wind down from the flight before setting out for dinner on the town.
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Dinner & Drinks for Two at The House of Blues or the Hard Rock Café in Hollywood! Who knows? We may even get to catch a show.
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Hotel Stay: Santa Barbara boasts a variety of hotels in which to spend a wonderfully romantic honeymoon. We will spend 2 days basking in the luxury of Jacuzzi tubs, rose petals, and morning Mimosas.
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We will begin our day with a farm fresh breakfast from Mrs. Knott's Restaurant located at Knott's Berry Farm. It will be fun to introduce Andrew to one of my favorite restaurants and the restaurant my grandpa took me to when I was a little girl.
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Relaxing & rejuvenating breakfast/lunch for two at Tupelo Junction Café. This place looks fantastic! We may end up becoming regulars.
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Café Stops and People Watching - We will, of course, be taking coffee breaks and may as well grab a quick bite while we are at it at one of the quaint cafes along the sidewalks.
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Dinner & Drinks for Two: Sometimes romantic, sometimes fun, sometimes both - there are some really great restaurants that we will be checking out: Santa Barbara Brewing Company and the SoHo Restaurant & Music Club are at the top of our list.
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Of course a honeymoon wouldn't be a honeymoon without splurges! Your gift will contribute to a bottle of champagne to toast the evening with and chocolates! Don't forget the chocolates!
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We'll catch the Santa Barbara trolley and visit all the "spots" - State Street, the Old Mission, the Santa Barbara Zoo, Stearn's Wharf, and, of course, the beach.
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The perfect way to end the day in Santa Barbara. We'll experience a fun and exciting sunset cruise while enjoying beautiful views of the coast and the Channel islands.
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Beachside Couples Massage at Float Luxury Spa - Nothing like some hot stones on your back and the gentle sound of the surf to lull us into relaxation.
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Hotel Stay: We will indulge in the beauty of Carmel/Monterey/Santa Cruz for a couple of days. We will make sure to take many photos!
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We will start the day out in the quaint Scandinavian town of Solvang at Paula's Pancake House, known to have the best breakfast around.
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Romantic Dinner & Drinks for Two overlooking the gorgeous cliffs of Carmel/Monterey.
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Breakfast in Bed - What could be better? Mimosas required.
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Lunch for Two on Cannery Row in Monterey.
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Fuel: Help us venture north from Santa Barbara to San Francisco along Pacific Coast Highway.
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Admission for two to Hearst Castle: On our way up the coast, we will check out a tour and see how the other half lives.
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Admission for two into the Monterey Bay Aquarium.
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Dinner, Drinks, Games, and Fun for Two on the Santa Cruz Boardwalk.
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An Unbelievable Hotel - We will experience the ultimate in service, class, and style at one of the best hotels in the city during our stay in their honeymoon suite.
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Dinner & Drinks for Two: Sometimes romantic, sometimes fun, sometimes both - there are some really great restaurants that we will be checking out in beautiful San Francisco.
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Café and bistros - You know San Francisco has a ton of them. We will be taking several coffee breaks and grabbing a quick lunch or two as we enjoy the city.
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Picnic Lunch - We will enjoy a romantic picnic lunch in Golden Gate park.
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Tickets for Two to ride the magic bus. Andrew and I will travel back to 1960s San Francisco as we take an adventure learning about the rock n' roll movement and Beatnik era in Haight Ashbury and more.
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San Francisco CityPass - This pass provides unlimited cable car rides to Golden Gate Park, Fisherman's Wharf, museums, and more. Admission to five area attractions is also included!
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Wine Tasting Tour: We will enjoy the true Napa experience and enjoy tastings at four local wineries. They even throw in a picnic and a cruise.
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