The Pearle Hotel & Spa, Autograph Collection

Rehearsal Dinner

The Bronte Boathouse Restaurant

Welcome Party

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Reception

Cocktail Reception

Sunday Brunch

Our Wedding

Last May, Mark and Cheryl crossed paths at a diner in Chicago called Dove’s Luncheonette. Mark was in town for work, while Cheryl was out having a girls’ day with her friend Kali. Cheryl had originally suggested going to The Bongo Room, but Kali quietly objected and instead drove them to Dove’s. When they arrived, the diner was busy, and the only two open seats were at the breakfast bar—right next to Mark. As soon as they sat down, Kali casually mentioned that he was cute and very much Cheryl’s type. Earlier that morning, Cheryl had been talking about wanting a summer free of dating, so she jokingly but firmly asked Kali not to talk to him. Naturally, while Cheryl stepped away to the bathroom, Kali and Mark did exactly that. When Cheryl returned, she found Mark and Kali mid-conversation. Mark introduced himself and complimented Cheryl’s eyes, and the three of them quickly fell into easy conversation. Breakfast slowly turned into easy flirting as they discovered they had a lot in common, from favorite travel spots to working in software sales—and even being the same age. Before they left, Mark and Cheryl exchanged numbers and made plans to grab a drink later that night. The night went just as smoothly, and as it came to an end, Cheryl acknowledged that with them living in different countries, it probably wouldn’t go anywhere. Mark didn’t hesitate—he told her it was only an hour flight. Cheryl said it was great to meet him and wished him well. Mark said goodnight and added, “I'll see you soon.” He meant it. And the rest is history.

Our Story

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Wedding Party

Formal attire is requested. Ladies are encouraged to wear floor-length, tea-length, or elegant cocktail dresses, and gentlemen are encouraged to wear suits or tuxedos. Both the ceremony and reception will be held indoors.

Dress Code

Q + A

This is our recommended hotel, offering a preferred room rate, and it’s also where both the ceremony and reception will take place. You can access the room block below, this is first come, first served and subject to availability!<a href="here" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1780618351314&amp;key=GRP&amp;app=resvlink&amp;_branch_match_id=1591107958327002361&amp;_branch_referrer=H4sIAAAAAAAAA8soKSkottLXTywo0MtNLCrKzC8p0UvOz9UvSi3OyczLtgdK2ALZZSCOWmaKraG5hYGZoYWxqaGxoYladmqlrXtQgFpdUWpaKlB3Xnp8UlF%2BeXFqkW1wYlpiUSYA7lCw1GAAAAA%3D&amp;inventoryMissing=true</a>

This is an alternate hotel option next door to the Pearle.

Waterfront Hotel Burlington

Travel

Niagara Falls is just&nbsp;about a 60-75 minute drive&nbsp;from the Pearle Hotel &amp; Spa and makes for the perfect day trip.&nbsp;The&nbsp;Canadian side&nbsp;offers the most iconic views of Horseshoe Falls, and the best part is that&nbsp;it's completely free to visit! Simply park nearby and stroll along&nbsp;Niagara Parkway&nbsp;and&nbsp;Queen Victoria Park&nbsp;to take in the breathtaking scenery. While attractions like Journey Behind the Falls, the Hornblower boat cruise, and the Skylon Tower require tickets, enjoying the spectacular views themselves won't cost you a thing.&nbsp;Parking is available throughout the Falls area (fees vary by lot), and it's easy to spend anywhere from a couple of hours to a full day exploring. For even more ideas on attractions, dining, and events, visit:<a href="https://www.niagarafallstourism.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.niagarafallstourism.com</a>

Niagara Falls

Home to more than&nbsp;100 wineries, Ontario's Niagara Wine Region is one of Canada's premier wine destinations and is just&nbsp;35–45 minutes&nbsp;from the Pearle Hotel &amp; Spa. Rolling vineyards, charming small towns, and award-winning wineries make it the perfect way to spend an afternoon before or after the wedding.Whether you're interested in a guided wine tour or prefer to explore at your own pace, you'll find everything from boutique family-owned vineyards to renowned estates offering tastings, vineyard views, and exceptional dining. Be sure to try the region's famous&nbsp;Icewine, a Canadian specialty!

Cheryl & Mark

Cheryl & Mark

Travel

The Pearle Hotel & Spa, Autograph Collection

Waterfront Hotel Burlington

I’m traveling from the U.S. and have an enhanced driver’s license—do I still need a passport to enter Canada?

I'm flying! What airport should I fly into?

The room block is for 3 nights, do I have to stay for 3 nights?