Thirdcloud Publications Surf City Strand Mag January 2016 | Page 22

There’s  no  need  to  risk  a  diminished  twinkly  atmosphere,  this  year’s  newly  engaged  brides-­‐to-­‐be  can  rush   out  to  the  strategically  scheduled—January  2,  2016—Bride  World  Expo  at  the  O.C.  Fair  and  Event  Center.       They’ll  have  wedding  seminars,  fashion  shows  and  specialized  exhibitors  like  floral  displays,   photographers  and  professional  wedding  coordinators—required  at  most  venues.             Surely  there’ll  be  a  few  newly  engaged  brides  completely  surprised  by  the  creativity  of  this  year’s  crop  of   courageous  young  grooms.    So,  for  these  brides-­‐to-­‐be  and  those  still  mending  a  hangover  from  the  New   Year  celebration,  rest  easy.  Our  two  largest  venues  have  staffed  competent  event  coordinators  with  all   the  details  you’ll  need  to  create  the  perfect  celebration  for  your  special  day.   Waterfront  Events  Boutique  Coordinator  Jessica  Pope  (714-­‐845-­‐8456)  at  the  Hilton  and  Catering  Manager   Mark  Albitz  (714-­‐845-­‐4646)  at  the  Hyatt  Regency  Resort,  each  provided  us  with  a  complete  package   which  detailed  enough  information  to  get  every  couple  headed  in  whatever  direction  they’ve  chosen.         If,  on  the  other  hand,  crashing  waves  and  an  iconic  view  of  the   pier  while  standing  in  the  sand  is  the  ideal  setting  for  your   ceremony,  then  Surf  City  USA  is  the  perfect  wedding  venue  to   say,  “I  do.”    To  get  started  with  a  beachfront  wedding  at  the   California  State  Beach,  couples  can  obtain  information  by  calling   (714)  846-­‐3460.  Requirements  for  a  City  Beach  ceremony  can  be   learned  through  Barbara  Gray  at  the  Lifeguard  HQ  for  the  City  of   Huntington  Beach  (714)  536-­‐5281.             Now,  if  mother  nature  and  unknown  variables—weather  and   crowds—won’t  be  part  of  your  nuptial  experience  then  both   beach  front  venues  have  multiple  ceremony  sites  that  overlook   the  Pacific  Ocean  complete  with  changing  rooms  and  all  that   you’ll  need  to  create  the  experience  couples  desire.    We  were   provided  a  preferred  vendor  list  and  comprehensive  details  at   both  venues  that  will  assist  newly  engaged  couples  and  their   guests  with  planning  the  wedding  rehearsal,  ceremony  and   reception.       Congratulations  on  your  engagements.       Tiffany Erin Robbins and Nicholas Ryan Hogue were married July 24, 2015. They honeymooned in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic and reside in H untington Beach.