THE ROAD TO 'I DO'
THE ROAD TO 'I DO'
Welcome to our very first video on The Road to ‘I Do’! First off, a huge THANK YOU to everyone who filled out our guest survey — your responses are already helping us shape an unforgettable celebration.
In this video, we clear up a little confusion about our wedding date — it’s officially happening on July 16, 2026 (not 2025!). So if you were already packing your bags for this summer… you’ve got a whole extra year to plan, prep, and get excited!
We also share what this video series is all about. We’ll be popping in here regularly to give you important updates, answer questions, and bring you along for the ride as we plan our destination wedding in Portugal. Think of this as your go-to space for all the fun, helpful, and heartfelt moments leading up to the big day. We’re so happy you’re on this journey with us!
Episode 2: Let the Countdown Begin!
Hey friends & fam! The countdown is ON — we are officially ONE YEAR away from saying “I Do” in beautiful Braga, Portugal! In Episode 2 of our wedding video series, we’re diving into all things TRAVEL — where we’re going, how to get there, and most importantly, who can help you book it all (spoiler: she’s amazing and her name is Amber).
We’re spotlighting the Travel Plans & Tips section of ChrisSofiaWedding.com, where you’ll find:
📍Our tentative travel itinerary
✈️ Flight and lodging recommendations
🚗 Ideas for day trips and nearby adventures
📞 AND direct contact info for Amber Burke, our official travel agent!
Amber’s got you covered whether you want:
🧳 A full Portugal package
🚙 Just a rental car
🛏️ Somewhere to crash in Porto before the wedding
💳 Or a payment plan that makes it all stress-free
She can even help you extend your trip beyond the wedding — wine tour in the Douro Valley, anyone?
Watch Episode 2 and then head to ChrisSofiaWedding.com → Travel Plan & Tips to get started!
And if anyone’s feeling a little nostalgic (or just in the mood for romance), you can watch our engagement video here: https://youtu.be/_74Ip5vn0D4 — still gives us all the feels. We’re beyond excited that you’re on this journey with us. One year to go — let’s make it unforgettable!
Episode 3 - "Under Pressure" - Don't Forget Your Passport
Hey friends & fam! We just surfaced from the deep blue to bring you the next stop on our wedding planning journey — Episode 3: Passport Panic & Travel Tips! 🌊🐟💍
In this episode, filmed while literally scuba diving (because we’re just that committed 😅), we covered some very important things to keep our celebration sailing smoothly:
📘 Passports → Double check that yours is valid through January 2027
🛂 ETIAS Visa → Good news, it’s postponed — no stress there!
✈️ Amber Burke → Our superstar travel agent who can handle everything from flights to rental cars to full travel packages (payment plans included!)
📋 Guest Contact Form → This one’s HUGE — please, please, please fill out our Google Form so we have your updated address. We need it to send those fancy wedding invitations! 💌
✨ Fill out the Guest Contact Form here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc29H_qjJZ1IacEqhu2JbTwvjzmDveU1-_45KhjU9jepgKXUw/viewform
We’re bubbling over with excitement 🫧 that you’re on this journey with us — thank you for diving in (literally and figuratively) as we count down to Portugal 2026! 🇵🇹💙🌻
🧳🌍 The Road to ‘I Do’ – Episode 4: Suitcase Showdown! 🌍🧳
We’re packing for Portugal and things got… interesting. Let’s just say Chris is very committed to blending in with the Europeans 🇵🇹.
Here’s the real scoop on what to pack for Portugal 🇵🇹👇
🧥 Layers – Warm days, cool nights — be ready for both!
💊 Medication – Pack your daily must-haves.
📘 Passport – Double-check it’s valid through January 2027!
🔌 European Outlet Adapters – Because dead phones don’t post cute travel pics.
Oh — and BIG update! 🎉 After our wedding, we’ll be setting sail on a 10-day Mediterranean cruise 🛳️✨. If you’re dreaming about joining the post-wedding adventure or planning your own getaway, our amazing travel agent Amber Burke can help with everything — flights, cruises, rental cars, or full travel packages (she even offers payment plans!).
🌐 Visit ChrisSofiaWedding.com → Travel Plan & Tips page for all the details, and reach out to Amber if you’re ready to make your travel dreams come true.