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Hotel Saint Vincent

The Wedding Day 

Our Wedding

Ryan and I met how a lot of couples meet these days: Hinge. It was mainly just a way for him to get my number and for me to ask him a million very personal questions prior to our first date.We set a date for Saturday, September 21st, at the well-renowned and very fancy restaurant of Jonesboro: the Lemonade House Grille. Ryan had suggested the only truly fancy restaurant in town, but fearing another letdown, I suggested ol’ reliable LHG instead.I remember walking up to the restaurant and seeing Ryan standing outside, earlier than me, of course. We sat at the bar, ordered two Diet Cokes, and started talking—and really never stopped.Later, when discussing our first date, Ryan revealed that at one point he went into the bathroom thinking to himself, “I better not mess this up.” Meanwhile, I went into the bathroom, reapplied my lip gloss, and found myself pleasantly surprised by just how genuinely well the date was going.So well, in fact, that a secondary location was suggested: Andy’s Frozen Custard. After I introduced him to the S’mores Jackhammer, Ryan was positively smitten. Whether with me or the Jackhammer remains up for debate.As we sat in my car outside LHG at the end of the night, Ryan asked me on a second date. Tomorrow. I declined, mostly because I was convinced this was all a little too good to be true. We still ended up going on two more dates that same week.Six weeks later, we traveled to Nashville for his Vanderbilt reunion. Neither of us knew then that almost exactly a year later, we’d be back in Nashville, where Ryan would ask me to marry him in Centennial Park. All in all, in a whirlwind first 3 months of dating we met friends, family, and classmates across 4 different states, each time feeling as natural as if we’d known each other our entire lives.Taylor Swift’s “invisible string” became special to us somewhere along the way. The idea that, long before you know where you’re headed, all these little coincidences and choices are quietly leading you toward someone.And isn't it just so pretty to thinkAll along there was someInvisible stringTying you to me?

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Wedding Party

Join us in your favorite cocktail attire! Please note, the ceremony and sit-down dinner will both take place outdoors on the hotel's verandas.Early spring evenings in New Orleans can get a bit cool once the sun goes down, so we recommend packing a pashmina, shawl, or tailored layer to stay comfortable while we celebrate.

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There will be a small number of rooms blocked for a Friday/Saturday night stay at the Hotel Saint Vincent,. Please book under the Sharpe/Hunt Wedding.Please feel free to explore and choose where you wouldl like to stay. Whether in the Garden District (where the wedding will be) or the livelier French Quarter/ Downtown. There is something for everyone.A few that we can recommend:<a href="https://thewindsorcourt.com/specials/?gclsrc=aw.ds&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=12664844763&amp;gbraid=0AAAAAD4l_VppyMbCT9mLn5dYcVM8D5pay&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjw2t3VBhD8ARIsAK0F6qxgbMTpyp_3bQCPLn_VnVmhwXpu5N6OnQxHAZi432x5pNpKsn-21-saAkKrEALw_wcB " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Windsor Court Hotel</a> a classic luxe hotel a seven-minute to the Hotel Saint Vincent.<a href="https://thepontchartrainhotel.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Pontchartrain Hotel</a> Chic and unique and in the Garden District. Only a 15 minute walk to the Hotel Saint Vincent.<a href="https://www.nopsihotel.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Nopsi Hotel </a>Constructed in the roaring twenties, and on the National Register of Historic Buildings, this hotel has a rooftop bar and is located in the Central Business District (CBD), only an 8 minute drive to the Hotel Saint Vincent or a 15 minute walk + trolley ride. (take the #12 St Charles streetcar and get off at St. Charles and Euterpe Street stop. Walk 8 minutes to hotel).

Q + A

Stay&nbsp;where&nbsp;it&#39;s&nbsp;all&nbsp;happening!&nbsp;There&nbsp;are&nbsp;so&nbsp;may&nbsp;amazing&nbsp;hotel&nbsp;choices&nbsp;in&nbsp;Nola&nbsp;but&nbsp;if&nbsp;you&nbsp;love&nbsp;the&nbsp;convenience&nbsp;and&nbsp;the&nbsp;chicness,&nbsp;Hotel&nbsp;Saint&nbsp;Vincent&nbsp;is&nbsp;a&nbsp;great&nbsp;option!Please&nbsp;click<a href="https://be.synxis.com/?adult=1&amp;arrive=2027-03-26&amp;chain=28075&amp;child=0&amp;currency=USD&amp;depart=2027-03-28&amp;group=510431&amp;hotel=35218&amp;level=hotel&amp;locale=en-US&amp;productcurrency=USD&amp;rooms=1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">&nbsp;HERE&nbsp;</a>for&nbsp;the&nbsp;SHARPE&nbsp;WEDDING&nbsp;ROOM&nbsp;BLOCK&nbsp;for&nbsp;Friday&nbsp;and&nbsp;Saturday&nbsp;nights.&nbsp;&nbsp;If&nbsp;the&nbsp;room&nbsp;block&nbsp;is&nbsp;sold&nbsp;out,&nbsp;please&nbsp;email&nbsp;me&nbsp;and&nbsp;I&#39;ll&nbsp;try&nbsp;and&nbsp;add!&nbsp;&nbsp;more&nbsp;since&nbsp;we&nbsp;are&nbsp;able&nbsp;a&nbsp;Wedding&nbsp;Rate!&nbsp;nancysharpe25@gmail.com

I&nbsp;stayed&nbsp;at&nbsp;this&nbsp;boutique&nbsp;hotel&nbsp;to&nbsp;spend&nbsp;a&nbsp;weekend&nbsp;with&nbsp;Isabel.&nbsp;It&#39;s&nbsp;a&nbsp;bit&nbsp;quirky&nbsp;and&nbsp;cool&nbsp;and&nbsp;only&nbsp;a&nbsp;15-minute&nbsp;walk&nbsp;to&nbsp;the&nbsp;Hotel&nbsp;Saint&nbsp;Vincent&nbsp;through&nbsp;the&nbsp;beautiful&nbsp;Garden&nbsp;and&nbsp;Lower&nbsp;Garden&nbsp;Districts!

The Pontchartrain Hotel

Izzy&nbsp;and&nbsp;I&nbsp;had&nbsp;a&nbsp;lovely&nbsp;stay&nbsp;at&nbsp;The&nbsp;Windsor&nbsp;Court&nbsp;hotel&nbsp;and&nbsp;it&#39;s&nbsp;about&nbsp;a&nbsp;10&nbsp;minute&nbsp;drive&nbsp;away.&nbsp;&nbsp;It&#39;s&nbsp;2&nbsp;blocks&nbsp;from&nbsp;the&nbsp;French&nbsp;Quarter,&nbsp;too!

The Windsor Court

We&nbsp;stayed&nbsp;at&nbsp;this&nbsp;hotel&nbsp;for&nbsp;Isabel&#39;s&nbsp;post-Covid&nbsp;graduation.&nbsp;&nbsp;It&#39;s&nbsp;centrally&nbsp;located&nbsp;near&nbsp;the&nbsp;French&nbsp;Quarter&nbsp;and&nbsp;Superdome,&nbsp;and&nbsp;has&nbsp;a&nbsp;rooftop&nbsp;pool&nbsp;and&nbsp;bar&nbsp;with&nbsp;stunning&nbsp;city&nbsp;views.&nbsp;&nbsp;Hotel&nbsp;Saint&nbsp;Vincent&nbsp;is&nbsp;an&nbsp;8&nbsp;minute&nbsp;ride&nbsp;and&nbsp;Bourbon&nbsp;Street&nbsp;is&nbsp;.6&nbsp;miles&nbsp;away&nbsp;

NOPSI Hotel, New Orleans

If&nbsp;you&nbsp;prefer&nbsp;to&nbsp;be&nbsp;near&nbsp;the&nbsp;French&nbsp;Quarter,&nbsp;this&nbsp;hotel&nbsp;is&nbsp;&nbsp;less&nbsp;than&nbsp;a&nbsp;5-minute&nbsp;walk&nbsp;!&nbsp;It&#39;s&nbsp;about&nbsp;15&nbsp;minutes&nbsp;from&nbsp;Hotel&nbsp;Saint&nbsp;Vincent,&nbsp;You&nbsp;could&nbsp;also&nbsp;combine&nbsp;a&nbsp;short&nbsp;walk&nbsp;with&nbsp;the&nbsp;St&nbsp;Charles&nbsp;&nbsp;Avenue&nbsp;streetcar!

Courtyard by Marriott New Orleans Near the French Quarter

Accommodations

Essential French Quarter LandmarksSt. Louis CathedralAnchoring the heart of the French Quarter, this iconic triple-spired basilica is the oldest continuously active Roman Catholic cathedral in the United States. Visitors can step inside to admire the intricate stained-glass windows, hand-painted murals, and soaring vaulted ceilings.Jackson SquareA beautifully manicured, historic public square framed by iron fences, equestrian statues, and the open-air open galleries of painters and portrait artists. It is ideal for a morning stroll before the midday crowds arrive.The Cabildo &amp; The Presbytère (Louisiana State Museum)Flanking St. Louis Cathedral on Jackson Square, these two Spanish colonial-era buildings hold immense historical significance. The Cabildo was the site of the Louisiana Purchase signing in 1803, while The Presbytère houses world-class, sophisticated exhibits detailing the rich history of Louisiana’s decorative arts, Mardi Gras traditions, and coastal heritage.Café du Monde (Original French Market)Located across from Jackson Square, this legendary open-air coffee stand has been serving warm beignets heavily dusted with powdered sugar alongside traditional dark-roast coffee and chicory café au lait since 1862.French Market DistrictSpanning six blocks along the riverfront from Jackson Square to the Old U.S. Mint, North America’s oldest open-air public market features artisan crafts, local specialty foods, pralines, and historic colonnades.Old Ursuline Convent MuseumConstructed in 1752, this is the oldest intact building in the Mississippi River Valley and the finest surviving example of French colonial architecture in the country. The serene grounds feature manicured parterre gardens and quiet historic exhibits.Classic Citywide Attractions &amp; Scenic SpotsThe National WWII MuseumConsistently ranked as one of the top museum experiences in the world, this sprawling, state-of-the-art institution in the Warehouse District offers immersive exhibits, rare artifacts, and the expansive Beyond All Boundaries 4D cinematic experience narrated by Tom Hanks.St. Charles Avenue Streetcar RideFor a quintessentially historic tour of the city, board the green St. Charles Avenue Streetcar—the oldest continuously operating streetcar line in the world. The line runs from the edge of the French Quarter down oak-lined avenues, past grand historic estates, Tulane University, and Audubon Park.Audubon Park &amp; Woldenberg Riverfront ParkAudubon Park: A tranquil Uptown retreat featuring majestic canopy live oaks, lagoons, and walking paths designed by John Charles Olmsted.Woldenberg Park: A paved riverfront promenade along the Mississippi River in the French Quarter, perfect for watching riverboats, tugs, and ships against the backdrop of the city skyline.Lafayette Cemetery No. 1 (Washington Ave)One of the city's oldest and most picturesque above-ground cities of the dead, framed by iron gates and historic family vaults. (Note: Gates may be closed for restoration, but the historic tombs and architecture are easily viewed from the surrounding perimeter streets).National WW II Museum Named by Tripadvisor as the #1 Attraction in New Orleans, The National WWII Museum tells the story of the American experience in the war that changed the world—why it was fought, how it was won, and what it means today.Drinks &amp; Dining Highlights - New Orleans is known as a foodie destination, with so many restaurants and cuisines including French Creole, Gulf seafood, southern classics and French cuisine.Shaya: Award-winning modern Israeli cuisine with wood-fired pitas on Magazine Street. This is a MUST if you have time. Book early.Café du Monde: Royal Street classic for chicory coffee and delish beignets.La Petite Grocery (Uptown / Magazine Street) one of Isabel's favorites.Located in a transformed historic 1800s grocery store, serving French-Louisianan cuisine, including blue crab beignets and pan-seared local fish.Commander’s Palace (Garden District)A landmark of Haute Creole cuisine in the Garden District, ideal for a traditional multi-course dinner or a lively weekend Jazz Brunch.Brennan’s (French Quarter)Famous for its historic courtyard, elegant dining rooms, and classic dishes like Eggs Hussarde and Bananas Foster flambéed tableside.Apres Dinner Drinks:The Sazerac Bar: Elegant Art Deco lounge inside The Roosevelt Hotel. (CBD).The Lobby Bar &amp; Pool at The Chloe Hotel (Uptown)The Jewel of the South in the French Quarter

isabel & ryan

isabel & ryan

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