We ask all guests attending to please wear Summer semi-formal attire. Semi-formal attire means: "dressy-casual, but with a touch more elegance". For Women: Dresses: Cocktail dresses, midi dresses, or knee-length dresses. Jumpsuits: Dressy jumpsuits are also appropriate. Two-Piece Outfits: A skirt and blouse or pantsuit can also work. For Men: Suits: A well-tailored suit is a classic choice, with a tie being a common accessory. Blazer and Dress Pants: A blazer paired with dress pants can also be a suitable option. Lighter Colors: For daytime events, lighter-colored suits or blazers can be appropriate. Please do NOT wear jeans or sneakers. Sneakers may be changed into later in the evening for dancing though! ---------------------- Wir bitten alle Gäste, sommerliche, halbformelle Kleidung zu tragen. Halbformelle Kleidung bedeutet: "elegant-leger, aber mit einem Hauch mehr Eleganz". Für Frauen: Kleider: Cocktailkleider, Midikleider oder knielange Kleider. Jumpsuits: Elegante Jumpsuits sind ebenfalls geeignet. Zweiteiler: Rock und Bluse oder Hosenanzug sind ebenfalls geeignet. Für Männer: Anzug: Ein gut geschnittener Anzug ist eine klassische Wahl, eine Krawatte ist ein übliches Accessoire. Blazer und Anzughose: Ein Blazer in Kombination mit einer Anzughose kann ebenfalls eine geeignete Option sein. Hellere Farben: Für Tagesveranstaltungen können hellere Anzüge oder Blazer angebracht sein. Bitte tragen Sie keine Jeans oder Turnschuhe. Turnschuhe können jedoch später am Abend zum Tanzen getragen werden!

Light Summer hues: greens, yellows, blues & whites. Specifically: Moss, Flaxen, Overcast, Midnight, Linen colors. Just Google it or refer to MarthaStewart.com! :) https://www.marthastewart.com/7933433/choosing-wedding-color-palette ---------------------- Helle Sommertöne: Grün, Gelb, Blau und Weiß. Insbesondere: Moos, Flachs, Bewölkt, Mitternachtsblau und Leinen. Einfach googeln oder auf MarthaStewart.com nachschauen! :)

The Wedding will take place at - St. Felizitas (Catholic church in Lüdinghausen, Germany). Address - Mühlenstraße 7, 59348 Lüdinghausen, Germany. The wedding will begin at 2pm local time. The Reception will immediately follow after at - Gasthaus Peters. Address: Ondrup 18, 59348 Lüdinghausen, Germany. (Approximately 10 minute drive from St. Felizitas). ---------------------- Die Trauung findet in der St. Felizitas (katholische Kirche in Lüdinghausen) statt. Adresse: Mühlenstraße 7, 59348 Lüdinghausen. Die Trauung beginnt um 14:00 Uhr Ortszeit. Der Empfang findet unmittelbar im Anschluss im Gasthaus Peters statt. Adresse: Ondrup 18, 59348 Lüdinghausen. (Ungefähr 10 Autominuten von St. Felizitas entfernt.)

For those traveling from America to our wedding in Germany, we thank you in advance for joining us! We ask that you book your individual travel & flights to and from Ludinghausen. **We may be able to pick you up/drop you off from either Airport! Please send travel details to Bridget/Christoph once booked! Flights: We recommend booking flights to & from: 1) Duesseldorf Airport (1+ hour drive to Ludinghausen); Address: Flughafenstraße 105, 40474 Düsseldorf, Germany 2) Frankfurt Airport (3.5 hours drive to Ludinghausen; or we recommend taking the Train (it's fun!) from Frankfurt Airport to Dülmen. Please note for Passports/Immigration: be prepared to wait in long lines to enter Germany, or in connecting countries (use the bathroom after exiting plane); do NOT use your phones in line; Passport Control Security will most likely talk to you in English & typically will ask you 'how long you are staying?' & 'why are you visiting?' - you can say you are visiting as a tourist for a wedding (it would not hurt to have your wedding invitation on hand). Please note for the Train: trains leave on the exact minute scheduled and doors close quickly; you must have your ticket at all times: train conductors will check your tickets; there will be multiple stops - double check, listen carefully & pay attention to getting to Dülmen! From Dülmen train station, we can plan to pick you up by car or family/friends in Ludinghausen may be assisting us with pick-ups too!

1) Passport/IDs: Make sure you have a valid passport, IDs (including Real ID etc.) for traveling, obviously! Always good to check TSA.gov for travel info too! 2) Booking Travel: While we wish we had a magical complimentary travel agent, you are responsible for booking your flights & transportation to and from the wedding. **Feel free to check in with Christoph or Bridget before booking travel & for any questions you may have. Also refer to other FAQs! 3) Cell Phones: Being in a foreign country, make sure your cell phones have international service (you may need to contact your phone provider to select an international plan), or you will need WiFi options at all times & you can download the free app WhatsApp for calls/texts with us or fellow guests. Also make sure you have your phone charger, portable chargers etc. that plug in successfully to European-style outlets! 4) Car Rentals: if you plan to rent your own car & travel individually, we do recommend your vehicle has a built-in GPS system to get around more easily. 5) Driving Around Germany: Be sure & research the country you are visiting, especially if you've never been before! Be aware of any restrictions, policies, laws etc. For example, when driving on German highways, the 'Autobahn' highway system is no joke! Luckily, cars drive on the same sides of the road as America, but if you're driving yourselves, we recommend staying in the right lane & driving safely. Please note - German roads and highways have a significant amount of cameras for monitoring driving. If you go even 1 KM over the designated speed limit, your vehicle license plate will have a photo taken & a bill sent in the mail accordingly! 6) Safety: When traveling internationally, it is always best to submit a travel update to your banks so they are aware; let friends/family know your locations & places you are staying; when carrying cash: purchase safety belts, fanny packs, and crossbody bags. Research safety tips for traveling abroad & be sure to have necessary phones/chargers, IDs, emergency cash, medicine, prescriptions etc. ready to go. And importantly, be respectful & courteous to the German police (Polizei) and German locals!

Anything & everything you might need for a destination wedding and traveling internationally! But here are a few suggestions: passport; IDs; cash: USD & Euros (you can order Euros in advance from your bank; or there are ATMs - fees may be less from ATMs once in Germany); credit cards; medicine/prescriptions/vitamins (extra if needed); extra set of clothes (for your carry-ons in case of lost luggage); toiletries; cell phone chargers; cameras & batteries; European outlet adapters (outlets are very different from USA); first aid travel kit; masks/disinfectant wipes as needed; paper fans or mini electronic fans (in case of hot weather); layers of clothing: Germany may be hot during the day & cool at night during June; bug spray/sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes. Of course, let Christoph or Bridget know of any questions! :)

There are cultural differences between America & Germany (of course!). If you've never traveled internationally, or to Germany, it might be a good idea to do some research - such as on customs, culture, food, shopping, German news. A few general tips: be respectful & polite to German locals; many Germans speak English - feel free to try and communicate in English!; otherwise, invest in a pocket translator, English-German book or again have your phone ready with internet to use Google translate; if someone speaks to you immediately in German, you can also say "English" or "Ich spreche kein Deutsch". When in doubt, stick with: Hallo (Hello); Danke (Thank You); Bitte (Please); Tschüss (Bye, See You Later - used a lot!). Germans are friendly: smile and say hi! :) And as always when traveling: try to get extra sleep before traveling; research time changes; take Vitamin C & stay hydrated in advance; drink & brush teeth with bottled water when traveling and at hotels; be on alert for emergencies and soak in a new and exciting culture!