COVID restrictions meant that we couldn't meet in person for months. So we spent hour after hour chatting on video calls when Gemma was living at Jodie's. Steve was very nervous and excited!
Going to Dubai
Boris Johnson announced the 3rd lockdown on 4th January 2021. Within minutes of the announcement, Steve called Gemma as they had discussed leaving the UK if another lockdown was announced. At that time, only Dubai and Barbados were accepting UK residents into their country. Long story short, we had 21 hours to leave the UK and agreed to jet off to Dubai for a month. When Steve picked Gemma up from her house, it was just the 4th time they had met in person.
Having agreed to stay in Dubai for a month, Steve came home and Gemma, being Gemma, stayed in Dubai for nearly a year. During that time, Gemma worked for Steve remotely from Dubai, so lines of communication were kept wide open. One day when they spoke, Gemma said "I'm coming home." Steve was floored and asked why. Gemma said "I'm coming back and I'm coming back to make a beeline for you." Steve was floored a second time, not believing his luck! After nearly a year apart, they were reunited.
Having returned from Dubai, Gemma did indeed make her beeline for Steve and that leads us ultimately, to this week! Having forged a strong bond, having seen the best and worst of circumstances together and having travelled A LOT together, Steve & Gemma decided that this was the life for them. Steve proposed to Gemma on 16th November 2024 in the High Roller big wheel in Las Vegas.
For many of you, this is where your week in Vegas begins! Please provide your flight number in your RSVP. If possible, Steve & Gemma would like to pick as many up as possible from the airport and take you to your accommodation.
Brunch at the Peppermill
Here is the menu so that you can get all excited and pick your food and drinks! You’ll land on the all-important cocktail menu, but on the top left, hit the ‘Regular’ button and you’ll find the wine, beer and food menu. Portion sizes are HUUUUGE, so don’t be scared to order one dish and share!
We will be joining the stag and hen do together to have the ultimate Vegas ‘Sten’ do! We know the bars and the clubs, so let us give you our ultimate Vegas night out!
The Wedding Ceremony (performed by Elvis himself!) will commence at 1pm. We suggest all guests arrive at the chapel no later than 12:45pm please! It isn't actually Steve & Gemma in the picture!!!
Hop on our wedding coach and be driven to the world’s biggest In ‘n’ Out diner on the Las Vegas strip for a Double Double Animal Style with Animal Style Fries! You haven’t had a burger until you’ve had an In ‘n’ Out! You might want to Google their 'SECRET' menu! 😉
We will be transporting everyone out to the desert for the most romantic part of the day and enjoy a stunning Las Vegas sunset, champagne in hand!
Join us in our Las Vegas hotel suite for drinks and other delights. This is where the real party begins! NOT FOR OLD PEOPLE!!! Ready for The Hangover - Part 4???