Koutsos Wedding
January 2nd, 2021
How We Met
We met at River Ridge High School, although we went to the same middle school together and grew up in the same town we didn't really meet until then. Alexander's senior year and my junior year we had 3 classes together, but still barely talked. As prom got closer and closer we both did not have a date, and I thought of the handsome guy I spent 3+ hours with per day. I reached out to Alexander on Facebook, and the rest is history. Alexander likes to say he always had a crush on me, but really I always had my eye on him.
Falling in Love
Alexander asked me to be his girlfriend on prom night May 17th 2013. Since that night we have been inseparable, we have spent almost every day together since. We love to laugh, Alexander is the comedian of the house and going to comedy shows has become one of our favorite date nights. Together we have seen: Jerry Seinfeld, Piff the Magic Dragon, Louis C.K, Samuel J Comroe, Nick Offerman and most recently Iliza Shlesinger.
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The Proposal
Alexander proposed to me on December 19th, 2018 on the MSC Seaside. This cruise ship has an amazing glass bridge 18 floors high overlooking the ocean. Alexander was amazing and found some people to take this photo for us!
Schedule
3:30 PM Guests Arrive at Moon Lake Gardens
9052 Moon Lake Rd, New Port Richey, FL 34654
4:00 PM Wedding Ceremony Begins
Reception with dinner and dancing to follow at Spartan Manor
6121 Massachusetts Ave, New Port Richey, FL 34653
Travel
We are so excited to share our hometown with our friends and families! We are so greatly appreciative that you will come from far and wide to celebrate with us. Please let us know if you have any questions about the area! Our wedding events will be taking place in and around New Port Richey, Florida. We have put together a list of great hotels for you to stay at depending on what you would like to explore in our area. We have also put together a great list of things to do while you are here! Please keep in mind that our wedding is near the holidays and in order to get the best deal you will want to book well in advance.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Trinity
2125 Corporate Center Dr, Trinity
(727) 835-7820 Ext. 0
Group code: CKW for $99/night
Must book by December 3rd to receive group rate
An affordable option close to the wedding events!
Fenway Hotel
453 Edgewater Dr, Dunedin
(727) 683-5999
A beautifully remodeled hotel close to the water. 30 minutes from wedding festivities.
SpringHill Suites by Marriott
16615 Crosspointe Run, Land O Lakes
(813) 536-1900
An affordable option, 25 minutes from wedding festivities.
Things To Do
We are very fortunate to live in Florida where there are so many activities going on! Here is a list of some of our local favorites for you to enjoy while you are here!
1. Tarpon Springs
Walk around Tarpon Springs near the sponge docks. There are many little shops, restaurants and even an aquarium for you to explore in this neat town.
2. Beach-Clearwater
Take a day to enjoy the beach! We are lucky to be near the water and if it is not to cold, why not take a dip in the ocean!
3. Side Splitters Comedy Club
This is one of Alexander and Autumn's favorite spots! Check out who will be performing while you are in town!
4. Busch Gardens
Enjoy a day at our favorite local theme park. There are roller coasters, fun carnival rides and animals. You will definitely need a whole day to explore this park!
We love food! We can't wait to share some of our favorite restaurants with our loved ones!
1. Big Storm Brewery $ (Dinner/Drinks) Trinity, FL
2. Hilltop Cafe $ (Breakfast/Lunch) New Port Richey, FL
3. Zim Zari's $ (Lunch/Dinner) Trinity, FL
4. Hellas $$ (Lunch/Dinner) Tarpon Springs, FL
5. Texas De Brazil $$$ (Dinner) Tampa, FL
6. Cooper's Hawk $$$ (Dinner) Tampa, FL
Wedding Party
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Kristy Maynard
Maid of Honor
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Jaclyn Duckworth
Bridesmaid
Sam Boyd
Bridesmaid
Jessica Pauley
Bridesmaid
Jemma Duckworth
Cutest Flower Girl
Nikolaos Koutsos
Best Man
Stephen DeVinney
Groomsman
Joey Spissak
Groomsman
Spencer Potter
Groomsman
Leoni Koutsos
Most Handsome Ring Bearer
Registry
We want to thank you for taking the time to visit our registry. We have worked very hard over the last 7 years to build our life together, since we already have lots of "things" we are asking for mostly experiences for our wedding gifts. There only a few things that we could use to finish making our very first house into a home. We look forward to lots of great dinners, travels, and time together. Creating lifelong memories is the greatest gift we could ever receive!
Frequently Asked Questions
When will we get to spend time with you?
We are looking forward to seeing you on our wedding day! We will be very busy preparing but we are hoping to squeeze in time on December 31st to celebrate New Year's Eve with some of our loved ones. If you would like to make plans please reach out to us on a one-on-one basis. We will be taking off on our honeymoon right after the wedding!
What should I wear?
We would like to see how beautiful you all are! Cocktail attire, also called semi-formal is requested. Women should wear a dress or dressy blouse and men should wear a button down shirt, with jacket and tie optional. Please no denim, t-shirts or shorts.
Will there be parking available?
Yes, parking will be provided at no expense. We do suggest booking transportation. We highly recommend Olympus Limo for town cars or SUVs. There is also Uber or a Lyft available in our area. There will be an open bar and we want all our loved ones to make it home safely!
Where should I stay?
We have recommended some great local places to stay under our "Travel" tab. We want you to be close to whatever it is you enjoy most. If you have any questions about local accommodations please let us know!
What airport should I fly into?
There are 2 airports in our area. Tampa International Airport (TIA) or St. Petersberg/Clearwater Airport (PIE). If you are looking for a cheaper flight PIE often has the best deals and is easy to navigate.
How far are you from Disney/Universal and the beach?
We are fortunate to be so close to everything in Florida, Disney and Universal are about 2 hrs from New Port Richey, and even closer from Tampa! The beach is only 30 minutes away, although January is not ideal for swimming you can still get some great water front views.
So what is the deal with COVID?
We have decided to proceed with our special day even with the threat of COVID. Our Ceremony will be outdoors in open air and our reception space has plenty of room for social distancing. You may wear a mask if it makes you more comfortable but they will not be required by guests. Staff will be required to wear masks. We completely understand if you do not feel comfortable attending due to COVID, but are thankful for your support and well wishes on our big day! To view the status of COVID in our area check out this link: https://arcg.is/0Hfi5O. Make sure to look at Pasco County or by zip code 34653.
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