Samantha & Michael
Our Wedding
Message From Couple
Please make sure to RSVP & submit your deposit by 1/1/2025
We are overjoyed to share with you the exciting news that we will be having a destination Cinco de Mayo wedding at the beautiful Riu Palace Aruba, and we cannot wait for you to join us in celebrating this special occasion! As we embark on this incredible journey, we wanted to take a moment to express why we are so thrilled to have chosen this stunning location for our wedding festivities.
Aruba, with its pristine beaches, breathtaking sunsets and warm hospitality, holds a special place in both of our hearts. Both of us have been fortunate to have visited Aruba multiple times with our families and it truly is a place of joy and everlasting amazing memories for us. We have always dreamed of exchanging our vows in a place that exudes romance, tranquility, and natural beauty and Riu Palace Aruba captures all of this and more. The idea of having our wedding in such a picturesque setting fills us with sheer excitement and anticipation for the magical moments that await us. We also want to encourage you to embrace this opportunity to turn our wedding into a vacation that we can all cherish together. We envision our time in Aruba not only as a celebration of our union but also as an opportunity for all of us to create lasting memories and embark on new adventures. We want our wedding to be a joyful and unforgettable experience for everyone, and we believe that spending quality time together in this idyllic destination will make our celebration even more meaningful. We hope that you will take this chance to immerse yourself in the beauty and enchantment of Aruba, allowing the sun-drenched days and starry nights to be filled with laughter, relaxation, and bonding with loved ones. Let's indulge in the island's delights, savor exquisite cuisine, revel in the ocean breeze, and create unforgettable moments that will become cherished stories to be recounted for years to come. Your presence at our destination wedding means the world to us, and we cannot wait to share this extraordinary experience with you. We are looking forward to celebrating, laughing and embracing the magic of Aruba with each and every one of you. Thank you for being a part of our journey and for making our wedding celebration an unforgettable vacation filled with love, joy, and cherished moments.
With love and so much excitement!
Booking Notes
The wedding will be held on May 5th, 2025 at 6PM.
We request that you please make your reservation by January 1st, 2025.
ADULTS ONLY
As a special perk of booking through Destify, you can use our exclusive group discount code for additional savings on your reservation!
Discount Code: SammiandMichael2025
The code is valid through 05/23/2024.
The package total for each reservation will determine your discount:
Package Total: $500 - $999.99 = Discount of $25 per reservation
Package Total: $1,000 - $2,499.99 = Discount of $50 per reservation
Package Total: $2,500 - $4,999.99 = Discount of $100 per reservation
Package Total: $5,000 - $5,999.99 = Discount of $200 per reservation
To receive the discount, please send an e-mail to guestservices@destify.com within 24 hours of making the initial deposit through our wedding website and include the discount code in the e-mail.
The discount will be applied to the total once the reservation is booked and secured with the required deposit. The discount applies to new bookings only when booked for 3+ nights with a reservation total of $500 or more. The discount is not combinable with any other promotions or offers, including price matching. Modifications to bookings will result in promo discount adjustments based on the new total package.
About Us
To those of you who don't know, we like to refer to ourselves as a couple whose love story has defied all odds and brought us together from different parts of the country. Our journey to finding each other has been nothing short of a miracle, and we are excited to share our story with you. From the moment we met in Daytona we knew that something special was unfolding. Despite the geographical distance between us, our connection grew stronger with each passing day. Post our short Florida trip we kept in close contact until one day Sammi's mother helped (hit the purchase ticket actually) & persuaded her to visit Mike in Virginia. Sammi decided to gamble & ended up going to visit the man she'd known for 72 hours (don't worry, her mom and dad had all of his info LOL) and after that trip we have never looked back. It was as if fate had intertwined our paths, bringing us together. Our love story is a testament to the power of destiny and belief in the extraordinary. As we embark on this new chapter of our lives, we are grateful for the unwavering support of our friends and family who have been there the entire time, cheering us on. Their encouragement and love have been a constant source of strength for us. Our wedding is not just a celebration of our love, but also a tribute to the incredible journey that has led us to this moment. We invite you to join us as we exchange our vows and embark on a new adventure as husband and wife. We are thrilled to have you be a part of our story and look forward to celebrating this joyous occasion with all of you. We cannot wait to begin this new chapter surrounded by the love and support of our cherished family and friends. It is with immense joy and gratitude that we welcome you to our destination Aruba wedding.
With love,
Sammi and Mike
Wedding Party
Kim Pilat
Mother of the Bride
Glenn Pilat
Father of the Bride
Nicole Morin
Matron of Honor
Reese & Romy Ferger
Junior Bridesmaid
Jordyn & Taylor Morin
Junior Bridesmaid
Lisa Kaleo
Mother of the Groom
Michael Ferger Sr.
Father of the Groom
Andrew Bradley
Best Man
Itinerary
Welcome Party!
May 4th
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Riu Palace Main Pool Bar
Come Join us at the main pool bar so we can welcome to you One Happy Island!
WEDDING DAY!
May 5th
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Riu Palace Oceanfront
Please join in watching us exchange vows and become one on Palm Beach. Reception to follow <3
Farewell Party Cruise
May 6th
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Please meet us in the RIU main lobby at 4:00PM or at the Jolly Pirate Gift Shop at 4:45PM
Come join us for an evening sunset sail full of rope swing fun, drinks, music and more! Here is one last gift from our family to yours. (Bathing suits are highly encouraged) PLEASE fill out the waiver attached here! https://waiver.smartwaiver.com/w/5a0b655dcf3dd/web/?auto_tag=fh_id_211655748
Accommodations
Oranjestad, Aruba
RIU Palace Aruba
Hotel Riu Palace Aruba’s 400-plus rooms provide all the amenities you need to enjoy the utmost comfort, such as WiFi connection, satellite TV, air conditioning, a minibar and beverage dispensers. As part of the hotel’s facilities you will also find two outdoor pools and one kids’ pool to cool off in. And if you prefer hitting the beach, we can provide loungers and parasols for you to relax in Aruba’s warm climate. Guests can enjoy top-notch facilities and activities in the two swimming pools, signature terrace solarium, spa fitness center and a casino.
Travel Information
We have partnered with Destify to make booking your travel easy. Destify offers 24/7 customer support, low price guarantees, low deposits, and free perks. Please book your stay with our group to ensure easy planning and communication for all wedding events and to maximize the perks offered to our group.
LOW
DEPOSITS
0% INTEREST PAYMENT PLANS
NO
AGENCY FEES
24/7
SUPPORT
PRICE MATCHING
Make your reservation as soon as possible to guarantee your room.
All packages are all-inclusive with unlimited dining and beverages (alcoholic & non-alcoholic), activities, entertainment, taxes and fees.
Round trip ground transportation from the airport is available for purchase.
Reservations can be held for a low, non-refundable deposit of $150 per person. Final payments are due 65 days prior to your departure date. Pricing and availability are subject to change at any time. Price matching is available at the time of booking; restrictions apply. Minimum night stays can change at any time.
We do not have a room block reserved so no space is being held at the hotel. Book your stay as soon as possible to guarantee your room at the resort.
RSVP
Thank you for your RSVP! Please note room rates and availability are subject to change. Please secure a room with our group ASAP if you are planning to attend.
Who We Are
Destify is a destination wedding service provider, specializing in savings, impeccable customer care, and efficiency for the group travel industry. We take pride in our easy process and booking technology that creates the best value wedding packages for our clients. Destify was established with the core goal to make destination weddings simpler, with more of the costs upfront, all while directing the savings back to our customers. Visit us at www.destify.com
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