Bonjour!
It all started with a party for four legged friends.
Schedule
Friday, June 13, 2025
Welcome Party and BBQ
7:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Check-in is 5pm, however the venue will try and get rooms ready as soon as possible. Use of the pool / bar is available prior to check in! You can also choose to explore the vineyards or cycle the chateau grounds to spend your afternoon prior to the dinner.
Welcome Reception and BBQ begins at 7pm until 11pm.
Dressy Casual
Saturday, June 14, 2025
The Big Day!
4:30 PM
We're sharing "I Dos"!
Join us for a day filled with love, laughter, and joy as we exchange vows and begin our new journey together. The ceremony will be followed by a reception where we can celebrate with all of our loved ones. Let’s make unforgettable memories on this beautiful day!
More information on timing will be provided!
Cocktail
Sunday, June 15, 2025
Brunch and Pool Party
11:00 AM
Time to nurse the hangovers! Brunch and some lounging in the sun. It’s the perfect way to unwind and toast to new beginnings after our magical wedding day.
Casual
Sunday Family and Friends Dinner
7:00 PM
Relax and enjoy a Sunday family dinner all together!
Monday, June 16, 2025
Au Revoir Breakfast!
10:00 AM
Time to say our goodbyes and enjoy one last meal together!
Registry
Your presence is enough of a present to us!
But for those of you who are stubborn, we've put together a wishlist.
Travel
Welcome to the Occitanie Region in France!
There are several routes you can take to get to Chateau St Pierre de Serjac. Below is some information to help you chose the right travel for you, especially if you plan to make a stop before the wedding weekend or continue your travels afterwards.
Robert & Kelly's recommendation:
1) Fly into either Barcelona or Montpellier, then take a train or rent a car to arrive to Béziers/Puissalicon where the chateau is located
2) If you plan to explore the south of France, fly into Marseille to visit the adorable towns in Provence before taking a train or driving west to Béziers/Puissalicon
3) Fly into another part of Europe or France to explore, then book a separate intra-Europe flight to Beziers via EasyJet or Ryanair (*typically very inexpensive flights however be mindful of luggage fees!)
Driving distances from airports:
Béziers - 30 minutes
Montpellier - 1hr
Toulouse - 2hrs
Marseille - 2hr 45 minutes
Barcelona - 3hrs
We hope to organize shuttles, so as you decide your travel plans please let us know the dates and locations you will be flying in/out of.
"Should I rent a car or take the train?"
A very good question and the answer should be determined by your particular circumstances. A few factors we recommend you consider:
- Speed limits are much more enforced in France than in the US. Strict policemen are a French classic.
- Expect to pay tolls when using French highways. We estimate ~10-20€ for a trip from one of the main cities referenced (Marseille, Toulouse, etc.). Credit cards are accepted. Paying for roads is a European classic.
- Trains are often delayed. Whether construction, mechanical issues, or labor strikes. Strikes are a French classic.
- When taking trains, it is best if you are able to carry all of your luggage up and down stairs as well as in and out of the train car efficiently. Stairs are a European classic.
To book trains: SNCF Connect
To book rental cars: Hertz, Enterprise, Sixt, Avis, Europcar, Alamo
Kelly & Robert's favorite tips while traveling in France
- When paying for anything in France, always select the option to pay in EUR. Your credit card will do the conversion for you and the CC networks provide the best exchange rates.
- Always say "bonjour" or "bonsoir" first if you want any French person to be friendly to you.
- Don't expect a lot of ice in your drinks. If you want ice, be sure to ask for it when you order a beverage. But even so, keep your expectations low.
- In addition to plug adapters, please be mindful of voltage conversions. Ladies (and Robert), be careful with hair tools. Check that your device has dual voltage. The label should say either "100-240V" or "110-220V" to be considered dual voltage. **Dyson Airwraps are NOT dual voltage. You will harm your very expensive device if you try to use it in France.
Château St Pierre de Serjac, D30, Puissalicon, France
We've chosen our venue specifically so we can accommodate everybody on site to keep the celebrations going all weekend long! Currently the accommodation costs are €300 per room per night and a €60/pp meal charge. The chateau will reach out 90 days before the weekend with instructions to pay for your room.
There is a selection of double rooms in the chateau itself and shared villas within the surrounding grounds. We will work through the room list to ensure everyone is accommodated in the most suitable manner for accessibility/proximity for families. If you're in a shared villa, rest assured this will be with close friends or family. All of the accommodation is beautiful and modern regardless of room type!
Q & A
For all our friends and family who have lots of questions, please check out our Q & A first!
Do we dress like this all the time?
Yes, especially when its raining or we are fishing for lobsters :)
What should I wear?
Please see our Schedule for the dress code!
What will the weather be like?
Welcome to the south of France! The weather in June will be warm. During the day, the weather in Béziers should be beautiful, averaging 80 degrees during the day, but will get to the 60s at night.
Are kids welcome?
As much as we love your little ones, we will not be including them in the ceremony or reception. However, we recognize that some of you will be traveling with your kids, so please know they are welcome at the Friday cocktail reception and Sunday brunch! We will also be providing a babysitting service at the venue during the ceremony if you cannot find other accommodations for them. Please reach out if you have questions!
What kind of shoes should/shouldn't I wear?
The ceremony will be in the grassed grounds of the Chateau and the paths throughout are gravel, so we'd strongly suggest you leave the stiletto pumps at home! We encourage block heels, wedges, or sandals.
Is it okay to take pictures with our phones and cameras during the wedding?
We respectfully request that guests put away their phones and cameras during the ceremony as professional photos will be taken. For the rest of the day, feel free to snap away but we ask that everyone avoid posting any photos of us on social media before we have the chance to do so ourselves.
Where will I be staying?
There is a selection of double rooms in the chateau itself and shared villas within the surrounding grounds.
We've worked through the room list to ensure everyone is accommodated in the most suitable manner for accessibility/proximity for families. If you're in a shared villa, rest assured this will be with close friends or family. All of the accommodation is stunning regardless of room type!
Is there transportation being provided between reception and hotels?
All of the days are on site at the Chateau. On the updated RSVPs we've asked a series of questions regarding transportation to and from the airport, please ensure you've provided this information so we can look into shuttle options.
When and What additional expenses will I need to pay?
We have tried to keep this as simple as possible. The accommodation costs are 299 euro/night per room.
We will be hosting a welcome dinner on Friday, the wedding on Saturday :) and a brunch on Sunday. For ease of our guests we have worked to subsidize all other meals throughout the weekend. There is a subsidized meal fee charge of 60 euro pp. which will cover all other breakfasts, lunches and dinners.
Our venue will be in contact via the email address provided during the RSVP with request for this payment as we get closer to the wedding. Please note that it will be requested in euros.
There seem to be some new travel requirements in the euro zone coming in 2025. I wish a Dad could break it down for me.
Well you're in luck! Mr. Lynn McNeal has done the research so you don't have to:
Travel through the UK:
The new ETA visa applies even to those just passing through airports. Heathrow and Manchester airports have temporary exemptions. It costs £10 ($13)
There are expensive look-alike sites, so use this link: : apply-for-an-eta.homeoffice.gov.uk/apply/electronic-travel-authorisation/easier-on-the-app
You'll need a passport, yourself (including babies) and a phone to make the various scans and photos. Note, the chip in the USA passport is in the back cover.
ETIAS, European visa, should not impact visitors this June. There is still confusion about the new visa requirement for those who do not have European passports.
ETIAS is currently not in operation and will not start in the first half of 2025, so no action is required from travelers at this point.
Do you have any advice while we plan our travels?
We shared our finest travel tips in the "Travel" section of the website. Take a look over there!
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