The Don CeSar

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour & Reception

Summer

Our Wedding

Our Love Story

Our story began the way more and more modern love stories do, online. What started with a shared love for video games slowly turned into long conversations, and plenty of laughs.Shortly after we met online, Nicole already had a trip planned to New Jersey, and during that visit we met in person for the first time. What started as a simple meet up, turned into the start of a relationship that would grow stronger each and every year.Over the years, we built our relationship through tons of flights back and forth, long phone calls, vacations together, and plenty of unforgettable memories. Honestly at this point we can probably walk through Tampa Airport with our eyes closed, it just goes to say, no matter the distance, we always made it work and continued growing closer.In 2024, we marked an important milestone and moved in together, starting a new chapter of life together. In 2025, during a trip to Cancun, the big question was asked and we got engaged on the beach with the ocean as our backdrop and sand beneath our feet, followed by a romantic private dinner on the beach as we watched the sunset. Such a incredible view and an unforgettable moment that marked the beginning of a new chapter in our lives.By the time we will say “I do,” we will also be celebrating an unforgettable 12 years together. What started with video games turned into a relationship built on love, friendship, laughter and support. We feel incredibly grateful to celebrate this moment surrounded by the people who mean the most to us as we begin the next chapter of our journey together.Fun fact: Our relationship technically started with video games.. and we’re still pretty competitive. Let’s just say there have been plenty of rematches over the years.

Our Story

Photos

Ava Coticchio

Shaquille Hughes

Kayla Hughes

Justin Cervoni

Shannice Hughes

Collin Cervoni

Emma Burch

Zach Morgan

Brooklyn Lane

Geshawn Hughes

Lindsey Gibson

Brady Gibson

Wedding Party

Dress Code

Q + A

Welcome to your home away from home for our wedding celebration.We’re so excited to have you join us for this special weekend, and we’ve chosen a few hotels that we hope will make your stay comfortable, convenient, and full of great memories. Whether you’re here for a quick visit or making a longer getaway out of it, this is where you can relax, recharge, and connect with friends and family.On this page, you’ll find all the details you need to book your room at some great local hotels. Please take advantage of our reserved room blocks at The Don Cesar, the Residence Inn Tierra Verde, and the Moxy St. Pete and make the most of your stay. We recommend booking early to ensure availability and the best rates.Thank you for traveling to celebrate with us it truly means the world. We can’t wait to see you!

Accommodations

For your convenience, we have reserved a room block at The Don Cesar. To take advantage of our special group rate, please reserve your room using the booking link provided below: https://book.passkey.com/event/51351404/owner/50154500/home Please keep in mind the room block cutoff date is Wednesday, July 28, 2027. Make sure you book by this date as the rooms are only available at the special rate until this date.

For&nbsp;your&nbsp;convenience,&nbsp;we&nbsp;have&nbsp;reserved&nbsp;a&nbsp;room&nbsp;block&nbsp;at&nbsp;the&nbsp;Residence&nbsp;Inn&nbsp;Tierra&nbsp;Verde.&nbsp;To&nbsp;take&nbsp;advantage&nbsp;of&nbsp;our&nbsp;special&nbsp;group&nbsp;rate,&nbsp;please&nbsp;reserve&nbsp;your&nbsp;room&nbsp;using&nbsp;the&nbsp;booking&nbsp;link&nbsp;provided&nbsp;below:<a href="https://app.marriott.com/resview2?id=1793119956391&amp;key=GRP&amp;app=resvlink" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Book&nbsp;your&nbsp;group&nbsp;rate&nbsp;for&nbsp;Morrison-Hughes&nbsp;Wedding&nbsp;Guestrooms</a>Please&nbsp;keep&nbsp;in&nbsp;mind&nbsp;the&nbsp;room&nbsp;block&nbsp;cutoff&nbsp;date&nbsp;is&nbsp;Wednesday,&nbsp;July&nbsp;14,&nbsp;2027.&nbsp;Make&nbsp;sure&nbsp;you&nbsp;book&nbsp;by&nbsp;this&nbsp;date&nbsp;as&nbsp;the&nbsp;rooms&nbsp;are&nbsp;only&nbsp;available&nbsp;at&nbsp;the&nbsp;special&nbsp;rate&nbsp;until&nbsp;this&nbsp;date.

Residence Inn by Marriott St. Petersburg Tierra Verde

For&nbsp;your&nbsp;convenience,&nbsp;we&nbsp;have&nbsp;reserved&nbsp;a&nbsp;room&nbsp;block&nbsp;at&nbsp;the&nbsp;Moxy&nbsp;St.&nbsp;Pete&nbsp;Downtown.&nbsp;To&nbsp;take&nbsp;advantage&nbsp;of&nbsp;our&nbsp;special&nbsp;group&nbsp;rate,&nbsp;please&nbsp;reserve&nbsp;your&nbsp;room&nbsp;using&nbsp;the&nbsp;booking&nbsp;link&nbsp;provided&nbsp;below:<a href="https://app.marriott.com/resview2?id=1793199852191&amp;key=GRP&amp;app=resvlink" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://app.marriott.com/resview2?id=1793199852191&amp;key=GRP&amp;app=resvlink</a>Please&nbsp;keep&nbsp;in&nbsp;mind&nbsp;the&nbsp;room&nbsp;block&nbsp;cutoff&nbsp;date&nbsp;is&nbsp;Thursday,&nbsp;July&nbsp;29,&nbsp;2027.&nbsp;Make&nbsp;sure&nbsp;you&nbsp;book&nbsp;by&nbsp;this&nbsp;date&nbsp;as&nbsp;the&nbsp;rooms&nbsp;are&nbsp;only&nbsp;available&nbsp;at&nbsp;the&nbsp;special&nbsp;rate&nbsp;until&nbsp;this&nbsp;date.

Moxy St. Petersburg Downtown

The Hotel Zamora

Sirata Beach Resort St Pete Beach

PARKING

Overnight Parking:For your convenience, the following parking fees will be available for your guests. Parking charges are subject to change without notice. Self-Parking $28.00 per dayValet Parking $38.00 per day Event ParkingSelf-Parking $35.00 per car/per day, reduced to $29.00 per car/per dayValet Parking $38.00 per car/per day

AIRPORTS

Tampa International Airport

St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport

Travel

Here, you can wander along spacious, pristine beaches, explore a Spanish-America War-era fort, ride bikes along a seven-mile paved path, kayak in protected waters and play in the surf with your dog.

Fort De Soto Park

John's Pass Village &amp; Boardwalk offers a lively mix of shopping, dining, and waterfront activities, including&nbsp;water sports (jet ski, parasailing), boat tours (dolphin watching, sunset cruises, pirate adventures), fishing charters, unique shops for souvenirs and gifts, and fresh seafood restaurants, all centered around the historic pass where you can watch boats go by.&nbsp;&nbsp;

John's Pass Village & Boardwalk

This gleaming attraction on the city’s picturesque waterfront promises limitless fun for everyone, from first-time visitors to long-time residents. Its 26 beautiful acres seamlessly combine the peaceful blue waters of Tampa Bay with the vibrant greenery of downtown St. Petersburg’s parks, creating the ultimate place to stroll, bike, dine, drink, shop, swim, take in a concert and more. So get together with your family and friends and visit. It’s time to soak up some fun under the warm Florida sun!

Akeem & Nicole

Akeem & Nicole

Q + A

Will the wedding be indoors or outdoors?

What time should I arrive?

Can I bring a plus one?

What is the dress code?

Is there parking onsite at The Don CeSar?