August 15, 2025
Okay, Sweethearts!
We are in the thick of the glorious 2025 wedding season — and love is everywhere! 💍✨ From the first look to the last dance, each weekend is filled with magic, happy tears, and unforgettable moments.
This weekend, though, comes with a bit of a real-life plot twist: I-5 North will be closed in Seattle, sending drivers on a merry chase through alternate highways, side streets, and back roads.
Now, I’ve navigated my fair share of summer traffic tangles in Seattle — and here’s what I know for sure: a little planning can make all the difference between arriving frazzled and arriving fabulous.
Here are my “Love Always Wins” travel tips for brides, grooms, and guests:
- Leave more time than you think you need.
Give yourself the gift of an extra 30–60 minutes. Think of it as insurance against stress — because no one wants to walk down the aisle feeling rushed. - Arrive early and make it an experience.
If you’re ahead of schedule (and you will be, because you’re a smart cookie), pop into a nearby café for a latte or share a quick bite. It turns the “wait” into a sweet little pre-wedding memory. - Plan your route like a pro.
Check the latest traffic updates and have a Plan B (and maybe even a Plan C). Trust me — your GPS might not know about that quirky little detour that a local does. - Protect your mood as much as your outfit.
Play your favorite playlist, take deep breaths, and remember the reason you’re traveling: love is about to be celebrated, and you get to be part of it.
When you plan well, you arrive calm, composed, and ready to soak in every moment — because the wedding day is about joy, connection, and celebration, not about the traffic it took to get there.
So, Sweethearts, pack your patience, leave early, and let the road be part of the story. And when you finally arrive — on time, smiling, and glowing — the only thing anyone will notice is how happy you are to be there. ❤️
xoxo
Annemarie