Here's a map of where every breakfast, lunch, and event is taking place throughout The Grand Traverse Resort: https://tinyurl.com/dodoweddingmap
Yes! Shuttles will be provided to and from the Garvey Barn for the Welcome Game Night on Thursday evening and to and from the Beach Patio for the Wedding Ceremony on Saturday. Both are a few minutes away from the resort, but guests must park at the resort and take the shuttles because there is no parking available at either location. Shuttle Schedule: Thursday Evening Welcome Game Night - From Resort to Garvey Barn: 4:45 PM - 5:45 PM (shuttles will depart every 20 minutes) - From Garvey Barn to Resort: 8:45 PM - 10:00 PM (shuttles will depart every 20 minutes) Shuttle Schedule: Saturday Morning Wedding Ceremony - From Resort to Beach Patio: 9:30 - 10:30 AM (shuttles will depart every 20 minutes) - From Beach Patio to Resort: 12:15 - 1:15 PM (shuttles will depart every 20 minutes)
Breakfast and lunch will be provided at the resort every day, but we also highly encourage you to explore Traverse City and try out some of the delicious food around town! Thursday: - Breakfast (7:30 - 10 AM) at Mackinac Ballroom - Lunch (11:30 AM - 1 PM) at Mackinac Ballroom Friday: - Breakfast (7:30 - 10 AM) at Mackinac Ballroom - Lunch (11:30 AM - 1 PM) at Mackinac Ballroom Saturday: - Breakfast (6:30 - 8:30 AM) at Mackinac & Penninsula Ballrooms - Lunch (12:30 - 2:00 PM) at Aerie Restaurant & Lounge Sunday: - Breakfast (8:00 - 11:00 AM) at Michigan Ballroom
Please arrive at the ceremony by 10:30 AM ET sharp! If you've attended Indian weddings in the past, there will not be a baraat prior to the ceremony, so please feel free to take a seat once you arrive at the ceremony.
We have a wedding room block for our guests to stay right where all of the wedding events will be taking place for the week. NOTE: DO NOT BOOK your room through Expedia or other similar travel portals as our wedding block discount rate, amenities, and room service benefits will not be included otherwise. USE THIS LINK to book your stay: https://book.passkey.com/go/WDD624. Alternatively, you can call (800) 236-1577 and mention Doshi/Doerr Wedding or code WDD0624 to book your accommodations directly through the Grand Traverse Resort.
Please RSVP latest by January 31st, 2024. Given the summer rush and that the National Cherry Festival kicks off the same weekend as our wedding, we strongly encourage you to book your stay at the Grand Traverse Resort & Spa as soon as possible.
We love your kids! Unfortunately, we won't be able to accommodate all of them. Please type your name into the RSVP tab to confirm who is invited in your party.
Unfortunately, we won't be able to accommodate plus ones for everyone. Please type your name into the RSVP tab to confirm who is invited in your party!
Common Indian outfits for women: - Panjabi or Salwar Kameez: This is a long tunic with a pant and a sash. This is the most comfortable option and can be formal or informal - you can wear this style to any event. - Lehenga: This is a cropped blouse with a long skirt, and sash. It's common for this style to be worn during the sangeet (Friday evening event) or the wedding ceremony. - Sari: This is a cropped blouse that is fully wrapped in a long fabric. This is a more formal style of outfit. This is complex to wear, but plenty of YouTube videos can guide you! Common Indian outfits for men: - Kurta Pyjama or Jubho: Kurta is a loose, long tunic. Pyjama refers to the soft pants that are typically fitted at the ankle. You could also wear a kurta with any other type of pant (khaki, jean, slacks, etc.). This is a casual and comfortable option that would be great to wear for any of the wedding events. - Sherwani: This is a formal, long sleeve outer coat that is typically worn for wedding ceremonies.
Wearing Indian clothes to any of our events is completely optional! We have a fully mixed wedding, so please feel free to wear whatever will make you feel your best. If you're interested in trying out Indian clothes, here are multiple options to get you started! Order Online: https://www.kalkifashion.com/ https://www.houseofindya.com/ https://www.lashkaraa.com/ Rent: https://preserve.rent/ https://borrowthebazaar.com/ https://www.almaripret.com/ Need more help? Feel free to reach out to us at soniaandchriswedding@gmail.com, and we can help you through the process!
Zuri (our cat and best friend) has devised a secret puzzle to be played throughout the wedding. If you are one of the first 5 people to unlock all of the steps, you may find some treasure! Step 1: Find Sonia's brother, Sagar Doshi, at any of the pre-events before the wedding ceremony and share the number of times you see Zuri on the save the date card! If you're right, you'll be rewarded with your next clue! Good luck!