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The wedding of
Alex & Caitlyn
The Case-Cecenas
September 10, 2027 · Fallbrook, CA
Monserate Winery
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Schedule
Ceremony
Friday, 10 September 2027 · 4:00 PM
Monserate Winery
Fallbrook, CA
Please join us as we begin our journey as husband and wife.
Reception
Friday, 10 September 2027 · 6:00 PM
Monserate Winery
Fallbrook, CA
Dinner, drinks, and a night of dancing at Monserate Winery.
Ceremony is 4:00 pm and reception is 6:00 pm Pacific at Monserate Winery.
Travel & Accommodations
Help guests arrive and stay nearby.
Monserate sits in the hills of rural Fallbrook, so most guests stay 10 to 40 minutes away. Here are the places we would book ourselves.
Closest to the venue
Stay minutes from the winery and skip the long drive home.
Fallbrook About 10 min $$
Pala Mesa Resort
Our closest pick, a relaxed golf resort just minutes from the winery so you can be back in your room soon after the last dance.
Temecula About 25 min $$
Embassy Suites by Hilton Temecula Valley Wine Country
All-suite comfort with free made-to-order breakfast, perfect for winding down in wine country.
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Temecula About 20 min $
Home2 Suites by Hilton Temecula
Roomy suites with kitchens and free hot breakfast, great for families and longer stays.
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Beach stays
Make a getaway of it in Oceanside or Carlsbad, about 30 to 40 minutes from the winery.
Oceanside About 30 min $$
The Fin Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A fun, breezy stay in downtown Oceanside, a short stroll from the pier.
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Oceanside About 30 min $$$
Mission Pacific Hotel
Stylish beachfront living steps from the sand, with a rooftop made for sunset drinks.
Oceanside About 30 min $$$
The Seabird Ocean Resort
A gorgeous oceanfront resort, ideal for turning the wedding into a beach weekend.
Carlsbad About 40 min $$$
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
Across from the beach, with a spa and ocean views for the most relaxing weekend.
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Carlsbad About 35 min $$
The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A charming boutique stay close to Carlsbad Village and the coast.
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Carlsbad About 40 min $$$
Omni La Costa Resort & Spa
A classic Spanish-style resort with a famous spa and plenty of pools, wonderful for treating yourself.
Budget friendly
Easy, comfortable bases with free breakfast and parking.
Temecula About 20 min $
Hilton Garden Inn Temecula
A comfortable Hilton right off the freeway on the way to the winery.
San Marcos About 25 min $
Hampton Inn San Marcos
Friendly and affordable, with free hot breakfast and parking.
Carlsbad About 35 min $
Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County
A budget-friendly coastal base, minutes from the beach.
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Vacation rentals
Coming with family or friends? A rental home can be the best way to stay together.
- Fallbrook
- Closest to the winery, with ranch and estate homes that suit big groups.
- Oceanside
- Beachy and walkable near the pier, about 30 minutes away.
- Temecula
- Large homes and lots of restaurants, about 20 minutes up the 15.
- Carlsbad Village
- A walkable beach town, a little pricier, about 40 minutes away.
Getting here
- SANSan Diego International
About 1 hr to the winery - SNAJohn Wayne, Orange County
About 1 hr to the winery - ONTOntario International
About 1 hr 15 min to the winery - LAXLos Angeles International
About 2 hr with traffic to the winery
A note on rides: Fallbrook is rural, and Uber or Lyft can be hard to find late at night. Please plan a designated driver or book a ride home ahead of time.
Drive times are approximate. Check your map app before you go.
directions
Monserate Winery
Ceremony and reception — Fallbrook, CA.
Things to Do
For the days around the wedding, a few hours by the water in Oceanside and Carlsbad, and a handful of favorites closer to Fallbrook.
Beaches & Coast
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Oceanside Pier
Oceanside
A free stroll on the wooden pier for the coastline, pelicans, and a breeze off the water.
- 02
Harbor Beach
Oceanside
A long sandy beach beside the harbor, with a sidewalk for boats, seabirds, and an easy stroll.
- 03
Carlsbad Beaches
Carlsbad
A long seawall and several stairways down to the sand, easy for a morning walk or an afternoon together.
Eat & Drink
- 01
Harney Sushi
Oceanside
Our personal favorite ♥ Do not leave without ordering the crab rangoons.
- 02
The Surf Club
Oceanside
A rooftop just off the pier, made for golden hour drinks and a long dinner with the ocean nearby.
- 03
Campfire
Carlsbad
Wood fire cooking in the village, the kind of table worth reserving ahead.
- 04
Jeune et Jolie
Carlsbad
A French dining room for the night you want to dress up, with a bar if you would rather walk in.
- 05
127 West Social House
Fallbrook
An easy gathering place in town when you would rather stay close to the winery for dinner.
Explore
- 01
California Surf Museum
Oceanside
A small museum near the pier, just right for an hour out of the sun.
- 02
Mission San Luis Rey
Oceanside
The historic mission and its gardens, quiet and beautiful on a slow morning.
- 03
Batiquitos Lagoon
Carlsbad
A flat trail beside the lagoon, lovely for birds, a breeze, and a walk at your own pace.
- 04
Carlsbad Village
Carlsbad
Shops, patios, and a Wednesday farmers market along State Street.
- 05
Fallbrook Winery
Fallbrook
A hillside tasting room where you can bring a picnic, reached by Green Canyon or Reche Road.
- 06
Live Oak Park
Fallbrook
Shade under the oaks, picnic tables, and playgrounds when you want a quiet hour in town.
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Wedding Party
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Registry
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Questions
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What should I wear?
Formal / black tie optional. Please do not wear blue dresses — blue is reserved for the bridesmaids.