Sandra & Erik are Getting Married!!!

Driving on I-4

Please be careful... from a just issued I-4 News Release.

"Several major events on July 3rd, including the Pepsi 400 Nextel NASCAR race at the Daytona International Speedway and the Red, Hot, and Boom festival at Cranes Roost in Altamonte Springs, will create higher than normal traffic volumes on Interstate 4, particularly in the late hours of July 3rd, and extending past midnight into early July 4th."

"A driver can summon the assistance of a Road Ranger by dialing *FHP (*347) and travelers can call 511 for real-time traffic conditions on I-4 before venturing out. The 511 traffic information line provides voice activated messages that are updated every 20 minutes or immediately after incidents that affect traffic flow 24 hours a day."

New Map

Finally... an updated area map (PDF format). Sorry about the delay.

Driving Directions

Here are driving directions for all our out-of-towners and even for our in-towners. Happy Safe Driving!!

Tallahasee
to Lock Haven Neighborhood Center

Miami
to Lock Haven Neighborhood Center

Sandra and Erik's House
to Lock Haven Neighborhood Center.

Let us introduce you to the players...

PARENTS OF THE BRIDE Virginia and Beny Valde
PARENTS OF THE GROOM Aurora and Gordon Hansen

GRANDPARENTS OF THE GROOM
Representing Mr. And Mrs. Ariston Laurel Torres, Philippines
Mr. and Mrs. Alberto Manzo
Dr. and Mrs. Napoleon Manzo
Mr. and Mrs. Reinaldo Manzo
Representing Mr. Harold Hansen, Iowa
Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Hansen

GRANDPARENTS OF THE BRIDE
Mr. and Mrs. Jose Barrientos
Mr. Robert Eggler and Aunt Marilou Barrientos
Absent, Mrs. Librada Valde, Philippines

BRIDESMAIDS AND GROOMSMEN
Jennifer Bayona and Raimund Patrick Manzo
Cynthia Juncosa and Reinaldo Manzo Jr.
Kerry Nichols and Britt Nichols
Megan Tehan and Rene Manzo

MAID OF HONOR
Krystal Marie Valde

BEST MAN
Kirk Alexander Hansen

RING BEARERS
Adrian Manzo Pomeroy
Reinaldo Miguel Jorge Manzo

FLOWER GIRL
Gabrielle Elise Jorge Manzo

We apologize!

We apologize if you tried to visit our website in the last couple of days. We were having some technical difficulties. Everything should be up and running now.

Thanks for your patience.

Sorry about the delay!!!!

Thanks so much for coming out from all parts of the country to take part in our wedding celebration. It means so much to us to have such wonderful family and friends.

Since it is less than a week before the wedding, we just wanted to fill you in on all the festivities that are happening this Valde-Hansen Wedding/4th of July Weekend. We would love you all to join us for a weekend of pure relaxation and endless entertainment!

Ok here we go:

Friday, July 2nd

6-9pm

Open House at the Valde-Hansen-Barretto House
1429 Asher Lane, Orlando, FL 32803
Contact: Erik 407-733-2260

Come by, have a bite to eat, and say hi to the soon-to-be bride and groom!
When you come, look for the VALDE-HANSEN HERE sign in front of the house and park on the west side of the street (opposite side of our house).

Saturday, July 3rd THE BIG DAY!

1:30pm-5pm
Valde-Hansen Ceremony/Reception at the
Lock Haven Neighborhood Center
610 N. Lake Formosa Drive, Orlando, FL 32803
407-898-9288

1:30 ceremony start – reception to immediately follow
Dress is whatever you feel comfortable in!
Ceremony will be outside on the Lock Haven Neighborhood Center Patio. Please dress accordingly.

The reception will be inside the Neighborhood Center - so get ready to eat, dance, and celebrate with us!

Saturday Night TBA

Sunday, July 4th

6-10pm Fireworks at the Fountain
Lake Eola, Downtown Orlando

Again, we can’t express how much we look forward to seeing and talking with all of you this weekend. Everyone have a safe trip and we’ll see you this weekend!

Olde Fashioned July 4th Celebration

If you're in town on Saturday morning and looking for something to do before the wedding. From 9 am to 1 pm, the city of Winter Park celebrates the 4th of July with a program of live patriotic music, a 4th of July parade, a hot dog eating contest, ‘50s music from The Rockin’ Roadster Show, horse rides, face painting and more interactive activities for children and families. Location: Central Park Cost: FREE Contact: 407-623-3363

Last day to RSVP!!!

Please, please don't forget to RSVP...
Just in case you were wondering - yes, you should RSVP even if you are not able to join us.

Internet Deals

After much discussion with the many hotels around Orlando, besides the Homewood Suites (who have been very accomodating) Erik and I have found that going straight to the internet is probably where you are going to find your best deals.

Here is what we found: (NOTE*** We can't guarantee these rates. Internet rates change daily. SO GET THEM WHILE THERE HOT!)

Radisson Plaza Hotel Orlando

60 SOUTH IVANHOE BOULEVARD
ORLANDO, FL 32804
(407) 425-4455

Great Executive hotel just a few miles from the reception location.

Internet Saver Rate

** Full payment due at time of booking ** Cancellations made within 3 days of arrival will be charged 1 night plus tax. cancellations made 4 or more days prior to arrival will be charged $25.00. 15 day advance purchase required.

69.00 USD
per night

If you are looking for even better deals go to:

Hotelmart USA

Places we recommend...

If you are looking for a real "home away from home":

Homewood Suites
www.homewoodsuites.com
290 Southhall Lane
Maitland, FL 32751
407-875-8777

Just reference the Valde/Hansen Wedding or Reference Code VAL and you will get the nightly rate:
$79.00 + tax for a king-size bed

If you require more beds, besides the king-size bed and full pull-out sofa, ask for a complimentary roll-away bed.

Please schedule before June 15th.

Its only ten minutes from wedding location (Map coming soon)
Upscale 2-room suites with full kitchen
FREE Hot Breakfast
FREE Hi-speed internet access
FREE Shuttle within 7 miles
Outdoor pool
Applebee's in the parking lot.

More recommendations coming very, very soon.

How about a visit to the Farmer's Market?

If you are in the mood for some fresh vegetables, beautiful flowers, delicious baked breads before the big wedding, you should check out the Farmer's Markets on Saturday morning.

Downtown Farmer's Market Saturday's 8am-2:30pm
Downtown Orlando in Heritage Square
407.246.3625

The Downtown Farmer's Market, is a great place to check out the local fare. Hopefully, the Vegan Salsa and Dip stand is there because the stuff is wonderful!!!

If you still have some time, stop in at the Orlando Regional History Center.

Winter Park Farmer's Market Saturday's 7am-1:00pm
Corner of Lyman and New York Avenues
407-599-3358

This energetic Winter Park tradition features some of our area's finest produce, flowers, and seafood. baked goods, candies and many other specialty items. It's housed in an historic train depot, where you can find the best food ever!

Orlando? What parks?

There's always the usuals - Walt Disney World, Universal, Sea World... Plus many more. Check them all out at OrlandoAttractions.com. And check their ticket prices as well.

Crate and Barrel, too?

Yup, in-store or online.

Who doesn't love Target?

Not Sandra and Erik! In-store and online.

Amazon.com

Also at Amazon