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Sometimes love finds you where you least expect it. For us, it was in line at Soho House on the opening night party for Miami's infamous art festival - Art Basel. Nicky made the first move, and despite a night of captivating and effortless conversation, Sofia left Nicky that night like a scene from Cinderella due to her early morning flight back to Ann Arbor the following day. And so the love story began, as a long distance flirtation with memes and voice notes, Sofia in Law School at the University of Michigan and Eric Nicolas in Miami eagerly awaiting her return in December. When she returned a few weeks later, they had their first date at Mandolin, a Miami favorite, followed by an incredible concert (Carlos Vives - Sofia's favorite). That February Nicky made his first trip to Ann Arbor, braving the ferocious cold to see if they could make it through the winter. And, they did, quite happily, with frequent trips back and forth between the two cities and the promise of a summer, and potentially forever, in Miami together. Through the seasons, through the heat of Miami and the challenges of law school, and with many beautiful trips along the way, Nicky and Sofi made it to where they are today - engaged and ready to continue their journey with you all the way to Toledo on September 18th for their wedding day.

Our Story

Sometimes love finds you where you least expect it. For us, it was in line at Soho House on the opening night party for Miami's infamous art festival - Art Basel. Nicky made the first move, and despite a night of captivating and effortless conversation, Sofia left Nicky that night like a scene from Cinderella due to her early morning flight back to Ann Arbor the following day. And so the love story began, as a long distance flirtation, with Sofia in Law School at the University of Michigan and Eric Nicolas in Miami eagerly awaiting her return in December. When she returned a few weeks later, they had their first date at Mandolin, a Miami favorite, followed by an incredible concert (Carlos Vives - Sofia's favorite). That February Nicky made his first trip to Ann Arbor, braving the ferocious cold to see if they could make it through the winter. And, they did, quite happily, with frequent trips back and forth between the two cities and the promise of a summer in Miami together. Through the seasons, through the heat of Miami and the challenges of law school, and with many beautiful trips along the way, Nicky and Sofi made it to where they are today - engaged and ready to continue their journey with you to Toledo on September 4th for their wedding day.

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Wedding Party

As mentioned in the first page, the attire for the wedding is black tie. Gentlemen, a tuxedo is required so please plan ahead and reserve a rental in Madrid or Toledo if needed. If you would like to rent your tuxedo in Spain, we have two options for rentals in Madrid that come highly recommended by our local wedding planners:1) <a href="https://sastreriaforaster.es/?utm_source=ig&amp;utm_medium=social&amp;utm_content=link_in_bio" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sastreria Forester</a>2) <a href="https://chaquesbonvivant.com/?utm_source=ig&amp;utm_medium=social&amp;utm_content=link_in_bio" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Bon Vivant</a> Ladies, you may wear any color gown you wish (other than white which is reserved for the bride); however, we do ask that it be a long gown and we recommend that you wear wedges or a thick heel as some surfaces around the palace grounds are uneven.

Dress Code

Hola amigos! To minimize time off from work, we recommend flying out Tuesday or Wednesday into Madrid Barajas International Airport, spending some time in Madrid if you can, and then taking either a car or train to Toledo on Thursday. By car the drive is approximately 45-60 minutes. By train, leaving from the Atocha train station in central Madrid, it is a 30 minute commute. We will have a welcome cocktail party on Thursday and the Wedding itself will be on Friday, but there is nothing scheduled for Saturday or Sunday so you can feel free to plan your departure those days or continue your travels elsewhere! During your stay in Toledo, you can stay within the walls of the medieval town or on the outskirts, everything is very close and taxis are easily accessible, we also recommend downloading the app Bolt, it works great in Madrid/Toledo. We have selected a few hotel options for you below!

We have a 10% discount for guests booking directly with Eugenia de Montijo. There is no special code, its just the link directly.

Eugenia de Montijo, Autograph Collection

Parador de Toledo

Áurea Toledo

At the outskirts of the walled city of Toledo, this is a beautiful farmhouse hotel with views and a vineyard close by. Approximately 10 min from wedding venue.

Hotel Cigarral Santa María

Travel

Toledo may be a "small" city but there is plenty to do! Toledo has an incredible food scene. Below are a few good restaurants/bars we recommend:Restaurante Ermitana: Outside the city walls overlooking the old city, beautiful and delicious(Michelin chef)El Trebol: Classic spanish tapas bar with lively sceneTaberna de botero: Another classic spanish tapas bar with elevated cuisineCerveceria la abadia: Hip, exposed brick bar with craft beers and breakfast with tapasBu - Terraza: Terrace rooftop with views of toledo and good kitchen bites and drinksCarlos Azotea: Rooftop in the middle of the city with live band and good drinksRestaurante Hierbabuena: Elevated dishes and menu overlooking Toledo Valley

The&nbsp;Monastery of San Juan de los Reyes&nbsp;was built in 1476 by the order of the Catholic Kings. With gothic style, this Franciscan building&nbsp;impresses with its two-story cloister full of sculptures and decorative elements, as well as its interior. On a sunny day, it is simply marvelous, but even on a cloudy day it can take your breath away. There is an entry fee of 4€. Don’t forget to buy some ‘mazapanes’ (marzipans) at the little stores across from the entrance.

Monasterio de San Juan de los Reyes

It’s the&nbsp;third biggest gothic style cathedral of the world, only surpassed&nbsp;by those in Seville and Milan. It took more than 250 years to build, and the views from the interior are even better than the exterior. Originally it had the 2nd biggest bell worldwide, but its fate comes with a funny story. We’ll save that story for the tour guides to tell you. The entry pass is 10€ (or it may be included in some tours) and offers audio guides. Again, we recommend visiting the cathedral with a guide.

Catedral Primada de Toledo

This is the world's most celebrated Renaissance Fair! In Puy du Fou, there are epic shows with dozens of dancers, outstanding scenarios, fights, horses, and fireworks. In short, this is a mediaeval castle theme park with shows designed to transport you back in time. This is a great activity with and without children.

Puy du Fou España

Located about 20- 30 minutes from Toledo and an hour from Madrid, Bodegas y Viñedos Casa del Valle offers guests the perfect blend of wine, nature, and culture in the heart of Castilla-La Mancha. You can enjoy vineyard tours and tastings, stroll through olive groves and lavender fields, and learn about local winemaking traditions. There are several other wineries around Toledo, but in our opinion, this is the prettiest. The nearby towns of Yepes and Aranjuez offer charming historic streets, royal gardens, and authentic Spanish dining—making this area ideal for a relaxing escape filled with scenic views, great food, and rich heritage.

Bodegas y Viñedos Casa del Valle

Beautiful vantage point right outside Toledo that oversees the whole city from an elevated point. Toledo from within the city walls is enchanting, but the views from outside the walls are a must see.

Mirador de Toledo

Perched high above the river and old town, this scenic terrace offers one of the most beautiful backdrops in all of Toledo&nbsp;

Terraza Miradero above carpark

For years Toledo was the capital of Spain and was a bustling center of academia and religious tolerance.&nbsp;In fact, Toledo had the biggest Jewish Quarter in Spain&nbsp;during the XII and XIII centuries. Jewish and Muslim communities, co-lived with Catholic communities in the city peacefully for some time, sharing culture, food, and architectural techniques.

Sofia & Eric Nicolas

Sofia & Eric Nicolas

Registry

Your presence is truly the best gift we could ask for. However, if you feel moved to give something more, we’ve included a few thoughtful options below. Thank you for celebrating with us.