The Golf Club of Amelia Island

Rehearsal Dinner

Welcome Party

The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Cocktail Reception

Dinner and Dancing

After Party

Brunch

Our Wedding

"All along there was some invisible string, tying you to me" - Taylor Swift. If you know one thing about Allyson, then you know this story would start with a Taylor Swift quote. But this quote is all too applicable. Allyson and Matt's story is truly a story of the invisible string theory—the idea that two people are destined to be tied together at some point. The fact that their paths didn't cross sooner is the biggest mystery, but everything happens in God's perfect timing. Matt's from a small town in Northern Virginia that Allyson happened to move to for a few years. In those years, they lived only a few houses down from each other but never met. They had mutual friends, shopped at the same grocery store, and even hung out at the same pool. Unbeknownst to them, they were both applying to jobs in California with Xponential Fitness at the same time. As fate would have it, Matt got the job in Cali and set off on a cross-country move. Meanwhile, Allyson had the opportunity to make her dream of owning a Pure Barre studio come true, so back to Florida, she went. It all started with a bar(re) While most good stories start at a "bar", this one started with "barre"...Pure Barre, to be exact.Fast forward a few months after they both left Virginia, they started working together, over Zoom, from opposite coasts. It wasn't until months later that they finally met in person, at a company convention in, none other than, Las Vegas. Their mutual friend from Virginia and Allyson's "Pure Barre Owner Bestie" Jasmine helped them make the connection of their NoVa days and they all laughed over paths that never crossed. Coast to Coast After that work trip, Allyson called one of her BFFs from the Vegas airport and said "I think I just met the man I'm supposed to marry, but I don't think I'll ever see him again." Thankfully, Matt was equally as interested and fast forward a few months later, friendship turned into flirtation, flirtation turned into flights. For two years, they racked up SkyMiles, slept on red-eyes, and traveled coast to coast, between Orange County, Florida, and Orange County, California. FaceTime date nights and long weekend getaways were their normal until Matt made the move to Orlando, Florida to be with Allyson (and, let's be honest, Sammy). What happens in Vegas... ...never stays in Vegas, and for that, they're forever thankful! On November 22, 2024, Matt surprised Allyson by planning a weekend getaway back to Orange County, CA. He took her down to Laguna Beach, the scene of so many of their day dates, a place that served as the backdrop of their love story. At sunset, he got down on one knee and proposed.Allyson and Matt can't wait to celebrate their happily ever after with you all, exactly one year after their sunset proposal, on November 22, 2025.

IT ALL STARTED WITH A BAR(RE)

Our Story

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Kaitlyn

Leah Grace

Travis

Bree

Carla

Jack

Falyn

John

Laura

Madeline

Luke

Matt

Nicole

Sammy

Rachel

Stephen

Taylor

Steve

Wedding Party

Getting To Amelia Island

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Accommodations 

Our wedding day events will be held at the Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island, an oceanfront resort located in North Florida along 13 miles of beachfront.&nbsp;We have a limited number of deeply discounted rooms.&nbsp;Please book as soon as possible to take advantage of this discounted rate.&nbsp;To secure a room through our block, click the link below or contact Michelle Caldwell directly at 352-231-9269 and reference the Swygert/Passino wedding. When staying at the Ritz-Carlton, the resort fee includes*High-speed wireless in-room internet access for up to five devices*One fitness class daily, per room*Two bicycles for two hours per day*Use of practice facilities and one bag of range balls at The Golf Club of Amelia Island. Proper golf attire is required.*Tennis court privileges including racquets and balls for one hour per day*Beach umbrella (one per room)*Beach Boogie Board (one per room)

The Courtyard and Springhill Suites by Marriott are sister properties connected via front entrance and lobby.&nbsp;Amelia Island's newest hotel is located about 5 miles from our wedding venue and offers a resort style pool, is directly across the street from the beach and within walking distance to 2 restaurants, putt-putt, and a playground.&nbsp;Please click the link below to book within our discounted room rate.&nbsp;&nbsp;

SpringHill Suites Amelia Island

Local Transportation

Please note that Amelia Island does not have Ubers or taxis readily available to navigate the island. If you do not rent a car and need to arrange airport transfers or want to venture into downtown to explore, please utilize one of the local car services below: <a href="http://www.blueskyofamelia.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Blue Sky Transportation</a>(airport) <a href="https://www.danaslimo.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Dana's Transportation</a>(airport) <a href="https://www.8flagstransport.com/contact/3746919" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">8 Flags Transporation</a>(airport and local travel) <a href="http://tomsislandtransportation.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Tom's Island Transportation</a>(airport and local) <a href="https://www.danieltransportationonline.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Daniel's Transportation</a>(airport and local) <a href="https://www.raysridesllc.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ray's Rides</a>(local)

Travel

About Amelia Island

Located in northeastern Florida, Amelia Island offers an unspoiled setting for relaxing and rewarding getaways. Amelia Island is 13 miles long and 2 miles wide, with preserved park lands at its northern and southern tips, making up nearly 10 percent of the entire island! Surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean, Intracoastal Waterway, strong-currented Nassau Sound and one of the East's largest and deepest inlets - Cumberland Sound - Amelia Island is edged with natural Appalachian quartz beaches and framed by sand dunes as tall as 40 feet.Treasured for its long stretches of quiet beach, natural beauty, unique history and charming seaport character, Amelia Island is consistently ranked among the best of the best with both the island and its partners winning countless awards.

Things to Do

SHOPPINGColie's &amp; The Salty Local, Twisted Sister, The Pearl, Lori LuLu, JJ Coopers, The Book Loft, the Spice and Tea Exchange, Pelindaba Lavender and more!The Farmer's Market - located Downtown Fernandina on Saturdays between 9am and 1pm EXPLOREEnjoy a service (or two) at the Ritz-Carlton's spa&nbsp;Amelia Island Golf Club - to secure your tee time, please call (904) 277-8015Book a fishing charter -<a href="http://www.fishameliaisland.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.fishameliaisland.com</a><a href="http://www.theanglersmark.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.theanglersmark.com</a> BREWERIESMocama - new with an industrial vibe and fantastic beer. Make sure to order a Cosmico!Amelia Tavern - delicious food and beer. Be sure to check out The Alley. RESTAURANTS OFF PROPERTY&nbsp;Aloha Bagel &amp; Deli - coffee, bagels &amp; lunch in a colorful shanty&nbsp;Bar Zin - tapas style cuisine with wines from around the worldBurlingame - limited seasonal menu using fresh &amp; local ingredientsCafé Karibo - a local favorite! Great fresh fare in a casual setting with a beautiful outdoor patioDavid’s Restaurant &amp; Lounge- fine dining&nbsp; experience featuring fresh fish, mussels, shrimp, and lobsterEspana - spanish tapas with an eclectic outdoor patioIndigo-southern coastal cuisineLagniappe-Combines the traditions of the French Creole with unique twists on Southern culinary staples using only the freshest local ingredientsLeddy’s Porch - Best brunch spot in town on Saturday and Sunday morningsMezcal-traditional Mexican recipes fine dining in Downtown FernandinaPeppers-Mexican Grille &amp; Cantina with outdoor patio seatingSalty Pelican Bar &amp; Grill-fresh seafood, burgers and wings. Casual restaurant with a harbor viewThe Surf Restaurant &amp; Bar-seafood, burgers and tacos with a view of the oceanTimoti’s - another local favorite serving up wild caught seafood served outside at picnic tables complete with a pirate playground for the kids.&nbsp; RESTAURANTS ON PROPERTY AT THE RITZ-CARLTONCoast - coastal casual cuisine. Check out the outdoor terrace that showcases the beauty of Amelia IslandCoquina - inspired by the island's time as a spanish territory featuring ceviche, tapas &amp; sangrias overlooking the oceanFirst Drop - coffee, breakfast, lunch &amp; carry away itemsSalt - signature seafood restaurant where food is carefully seasoned and artfully presented. More than 40 salts from around the world add depth to each dishThe Lobby Bar - sushi, unique charcuterie boards, custom infusions and expert mixology. Be sure to ask for the signature Old Fashioned (smokes elaborately) or the First Call (small batch bourbon made in-house)Tidewater Grill - casual dinner&nbsp;

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