April Mara Cristal & Benjamin Bertch

Welcome cherished guests to our wedding website! We are so excited for you to join us on our special day! This site contains important details to keep in mind as our wedding date approaches. Please feel free to look around the site if you’d like to learn about our love story, the members of the wedding party, or the details of our registry. Thank you all for your love and support. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Our First Photo Together | Top of the World, Laguna Beach, CA | January 20, 2014

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April and Ben met 9 years ago in law school. Ben was a second-year student and the teacher’s assistant for April’s first-year contracts class. Their paths first crossed when Ben offered to give feedback on the students’ first homework assignment — writing a dissenting opinion. Before long they were studying together in the library and getting lunch near campus. It became clear over time that they shared a sense of humor and loved to laugh together about little absurdities in daily life. They also soon realized they shared an appreciation for the finer things (steak dinners, going to the symphony, etc.) and the simple things (McDonald’s chicken nuggets, playing video and board games, etc.). They also found they had a mutual love of classic music — the Saturday Night Fever soundtrack being an early favorite.

40°41'21.3"N 111°44'36.4"W | September 5, 2020

In September of 2020, Ben and April decided to escape California’s covid lockdown and travel to Salt Lake City, Ben’s hometown, for some fresh air. They went hiking together up Millcreek Canyon and, as the sun was setting and they had reached the summit overlooking the beautiful Salt Lake valley, Ben dropped to one knee and asked April to marry him. She said yes!

Nessa and April first met pledging for their Filipina sorority in San Francisco in 2009. They quickly became best friends -- the once-in-a-lifetime type of best friends that understand each other without having to say a word. They continue to be constants in each other lives, even after April moved back down to Southern California in 2013.

Nessa describes Ben and April as follows: "If April and Ben took a compatibility test they would absolutely ace all categories at 100%. Obviously, they can probably ace any test but this is simply because of the fact that they are PERFECT for each other. I’ve never known a couple that can balance their relationship with their demanding law careers while sharing their love and enthusiasm for music, chess, tennis, Nintendo gaming, rock climbing, hiking, tv shows and Disneyland, just to name a few. Trust me there’s way more but my absolute favorite thing about them is how they care and support each other in any part of their life. Their busy lives do not stop them pursuing whatever they set their mind to and their perfect compatibility lets them passionately follow not only their shared interests but also their own. The way they find the time to do all of the above together plus their unconditional love and support on each other is nothing short of remarkable. I’m so happy my April found her perfect match in Ben. ❤️"

Ben's older brother, Whit, has seen Ben and April's relationship from when they were first dating during law school in 2013 since Whit also attended Chapman Law. The couple very much appreciates the role that Whit has played in their relationship, including all of his advice and support.

Ben and April are thankful that Whit lives in Southern California because they are able to spend time with him engaging in some of their favorite activities such as chess, yoga, indoor rock climbing, and discussing their cases.

"My favorite thing about April and Ben as a couple is their shared passion for rock climbing. My favorite memory with them was hiking Yosemite’s Half-Dome — what an unforgettable bucket-list experience!"

Although Malia is April's sister-in-law, April has come to lean on Malia as if they were related by blood. April and Ben appreciate the role Malia has played in the Cristal Family, and could not imagine their lives without her creativity and ability to bring everyone together.

When asked about her favorite memory with April and Ben, Malia said: "Our double dates to Disneyland are my favorite memories. Walking around the park and always ending the night with a churro!"

Caleb is Ben’s younger brother. As siblings, they enjoy many of the same hobbies and interests, such as rock climbing, cycling, and a good James Bond movie. Caleb has always made April feel like she was part of the family, and April has always appreciated how she can have deep conversations with Caleb on a broad range of topics.

Caleb's favorite memories with Ben and April were two memorable hiking trips: "Ben and April share a common affinity for spending quality time in the natural beauty of America's National Parks. As such, some of my favorite experiences with Ben and April stem from spending time together in nature and notably hiking the famed 'Angel's Landing' in Zion National Park as well as the 'Half Dome Cables' in Yosemite."

Janelle and April first met in San Francisco, pledging for the same Filipino sorority as Stacey and Nessa. Their friendship grew even stronger after college. April and Ben appreciate Janelle's unequaled strength, loyalty, and honesty and appreciate her early support of their relationship.

April is the godmother to both of Janelle's beautiful daughters, Alexandra and Evelyn, who will be in the wedding as the couple's flower girls.

Janelle said the following about the couple: "April and Ben are the first lawyer couple I know. And while I may not fully understand all of their jargon, one of my favorite things about them is the facial expressions that come after what I perceive to be a very sophisticated inside joke between them. The looks on their faces are a blend of understanding, exasperation, and love. And their extreme height difference makes it even better."

Marko is April’s younger brother and she considers Marko to be her first best friend. They have always been close, sharing an early love of playing musical instruments and reading. Ben and Marko quickly bonded over their shared love of video games, such as Zelda: Ocarina of Time.

In addition to video games, Ben and April appreciate how they are able to have many varied experiences with Marko, such as analyzing chess positions and puzzles, and appreciating the details at Disneyland.

When asked about his favorite memories with Ben and April, Marko said: "Some of my favorite memories of April and Ben are the times we spent at Disneyland as well as playing chess!"

April first met Stacey in San Francisco, pledging for a sorority with Nessa and Janelle. When April and Stacey are together it's as if there is nobody else in the room!

April and Ben appreciate Stacey developing her own friendship with Ben, and always making sure Ben feels welcome when he's with April's friends.

When asked about her favorite thing about April and Ben, Stacey said: "[Y]ou both are such a good team, and you put so much importance on having fun. I love that you both bring out the best versions of each other. You guys are truly meant to be."

Alex is April’s youngest brother. Even from a young age, April has always looked to Alex as an example of genuine kindness and selflessness. Ben has always felt connected with Alex due to their common competitive spirit, and drive to practice and improve in their chosen hobbies.

Ben and April appreciate Alex’s sense of humor, including their shared ability to find the hilarity in the absurd, including laughing at silly tweets and memes.

When asked about his favorite thing about Ben and April, Alex said: "One of my most favorite thing about April and Ben is how much they love playing, discussing, watching twitch/YouTube streams, going to tournaments, being immersed everything about CHESS with each other. Both are fiercely competitive in their own way too, and it makes it very wholesome to watch them compete and connect from this beautiful game of Chess."

April and Ben will be incorporating the traditional Filipino wedding elements of the Candle, Veil, Cord, and Arras (Coins), into their ceremony. (Source: Sinta & Co. (www.filipinowedding.com))

The lighting of a unity candle symbolizes wisdom and guiding light to support the couple in their marriage.

April and Ben could not think of a better couple than Nikki and John to light their candles! April and Ben look up to the Sius in their ability to balance all aspects of their lives while keeping their relationship the main focus. April first met Nikki in San Francisco in 2009 when they were both pledging for the same Filipina sorority; John was pledging for a fraternity at the same time.

Nikki and John's favorite memory of Ben and April was the time they visited them in SoCal, closed out the rooftop bar at the JW Marriott in Anaheim, and had an open conversation about growing as people and in their careers.

The draping of the veil over the couple during the ceremony symbolizes the couple's unity in marriage as they face the world as a one unit.

Ben and April look up to Roeh and Nick in their ability to face challenges together while still prioritizing new life experiences. April first met Roeh in 2009 when they pledged for the same Filipina sorority in college. They also lived together for a year in San Francisco.

Nick and Roeh had the following to say about April and Ben: "Whether it's a luxury trip to Vegas or just a Celine Dion sing-a-long at the apartment, we love that any time spent together with y'all is filled with laughter, some banter, and genuine love." Roeh and Nick also enjoy when "Ben and April 'lawyer duel' on a random topic and try to reason each other out of nothing important."

The cord (also known as the yugal or lasso) is shaped in an infinity symbol for the bond of everlasting love and fidelity between the couple.

April and Grace have become very close and April is excited to officially call Grace her sister-in-law! The couple feels like they share a younger sister in Grace, and their love for Grace has helped them become closer to each other. Ben and April appreciate how supportive Grace has been of their relationship, and how much fun they've had throughout the years -- including visiting Disneyland during Christmastime!

Grace's favorite memory of Ben and April involves Ben and April's recent April 2022 trip to Grace's new home in Leander, Texas: "the day we went tubing down the Comal River because it was an altogether great day of P. Terry's, a nice float, laughs, and dinner after."

Nelson was present the first time April and Ben met in the cafeteria at the law school! Ben and April thought that it would be fitting for Nelson to help bind them together as a Cord Sponsor since he has been there since day 1.

Nelson is April's best friend from law school and has been supportive of April and Ben's relationship from the very beginning.

Nelson's has two favorite memories with Ben and April. The first being a recent trip to Disneyland in January 2022 to celebrate April's birthday. "We had drinks, ate, and walked around the park. It was a chill night and I had such a nice time with both of them." The second is after day 1 of their Coachella trip in April 2018. "The Uber line was over an hour wait. We wandered the streets together looking for a ride home. Finally, we found a man with a van to drive us home and Ben paid the driver via Venmo since he was off the clock and not working for Lyft."

The wedding coins (also known as arras or arrhae) represent provision, welfare, and prosperity in marriage.

Ramy is one of April's best friends from high school, whom she considers as a brother. Ramy also lived with Ben and April from 2016 to 2020. Ben and April appreciate Ramy's friendship and constant support of their relationship, and that Ramy always reminds them that living a wealthy and prosperous life includes new experiences and spending time with family and friends.

Ramy's favorite memory of Ben and April involves a memory from their time as roommates. "Having lived with April and Ben for years, trying to pick just one favorite memory is almost impossible. We’ve shared so many great experiences and moments together, but one keeps coming to mind. There was an unspoken rule in our apartment that mandated that anytime Ben did a dance, April and I had to immediately drop everything that we were doing and join in the dance party…no questions asked. Those were my favorite moments with them, the three of us just having our own individual dance parties wherever we were in the apartment, no words, just moves."

The 13 coins represent either Jesus and his twelve disciples or the twelve months of the year (plus one for prosperity), depending on the interpretation.

Russell has been one of April and Ben's most loyal friends (he has been April's best friend since high school and has become like a brother to April and her siblings). In addition to his friendship, the couple very much appreciates their conversations with Russell on a broad range of topics because of Russell's varied interests and reasoned mind.

In addition to spending time with Ben and April watching superhero movies or random videos on YouTube, Russell's favorite memory of April and Ben include their trips to the desert. "Watching tennis at Indian Wells and enjoying our time at Coachella so much that we didn't talk to our company while eating."

Please let us know if you are arriving early and would be interested in joining us for an unhosted, pre-wedding event whiskey tasting at the High West Distillery.

HIGH WEST DISTILLERY | 27649 OLD LINCOLN HIGHWAY, WANSHIP, UT 84017

Join us for after-dinner treats and drinks in one of downtown Salt Lake City's grandest hotels! Champagne and hors d'oeuvres will be provided, cash bar available. A toast to kick off the weekend will be given by the bride and groom at 8:00 p.m.

Cocktail attire is requested.

THE GRAND AMERICA HOTEL | 555 SOUTH MAIN STREET SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84111

Welcome Reception Attire Guide

Please arrive by 4:00 pm to enjoy the beautiful grounds as the ceremony will begin promptly at 4:30 pm.

Transportation will be provided to and from Grand America hotel to La Caille.

Formal attire is requested, black tie/tux optional.

LA CAILLE | 9565 WASATCH BLVD SANDY, UT 84092

Wedding Ceremony and Reception Attire Guide

A cocktail reception will immediately follow our ceremony.

LA CAILLE | 9565 WASATCH BLVD SANDY, UT 84092

A three-course dinner reception will follow the cocktail reception.

LA CAILLE | 9565 WASATCH BLVD SANDY, UT 84092

If you are unable to join us in Utah, or would like to celebrate with us twice, please join us in California at a rooftop venue across from Disneyland with a great view of the Disneyland fireworks!

THE FIFTH ROOFTOP RESTAURANT AND BAR | 1650 S HARBOR BOULEVARD, ANAHEIM, CA 92802

California Reception Attire Guide

Please join us for an unhosted, post-wedding Disneyland day! We will schedule a time to meet at a location for a group photo for all those attending.

DISNEYLAND | 1313 DISNEYLAND DRIVE, ANAHEIM, CA 92802

The Grand America Hotel is a beautiful hotel located in heart of downtown Salt Lake City and was built in conjunction with the 2002 Winter Olympics. It is close to many restaurants and locations of interest. If you would like to have the opportunity to explore downtown, the couple recommends staying at Grand America.

The hotel has a shop, multiple bars/lounges, and multiple restaurants on property, including a daily afternoon tea. The Grand America also has an indoor and outdoor pool, spa, and fitness center.

The Welcome Reception will be held at this hotel, and this hotel is 25-30 minutes (~20 miles) by vehicle to the Ceremony and Reception venue at La Caille in Sandy, UT. Transportation will be provided from Grand America to La Caille. This hotel is about a 10-15 minute drive (~7 miles) from Salt Lake City International Airport.

Rooms are currently priced between $329.00-$581.50 per night.

To book this hotel, please call (801) 258-6000 and mention that you are attending the Cristal-Bertch wedding/welcome reception to receive 15% off the room rate.

The Little America Hotel is a classic hotel located in heart of downtown Salt Lake City and across from its sister hotel, the Grand America. It is close to many restaurants and locations of interest. If you would like to have the opportunity to explore downtown, but would prefer a more affordable option, the couple recommends staying at Little America.

The hotel has a shop, lounge, and a restaurant on property, as well as a pool and fitness center.

The Welcome Reception will be held across from this hotel at Grand America, and this hotel is 25-30 minutes (~20 miles) by vehicle to the Ceremony and Reception venue at La Caille in Sandy, UT. Transportation will be provided from Grand America to La Caille. This hotel is about a 10-15 minute drive (~7 miles) from Salt Lake City International Airport.

Rooms are currently priced between $149.00-$748.50 per night.

Self parking is $15 per night; valet parking is $20 per night.

To book this hotel, please call (801) 596-5700 and mention that you are attending the Cristal-Bertch wedding/welcome reception to receive 15% off the room rate.

The Courtyard Marriott is a newer hotel at the foot of Big Cottonwood Canyon. It is close to hiking trials, ski resorts, rock climbing locations, and the wedding venue. If you would like to be closer to the wedding venue, or prefer to stay at a solid, more affordable hotel, the couple recommends staying at the Courtyard Marriott.

The hotel has a small shop, a pool, and fitness center, and is located next to a few restaurants and a distillery.

This hotel is about a 7 minute drive to the Ceremony and Reception venue (~3.3 miles), and about a 20 minute drive (~16 miles) from the Welcome Reception at Grand America. This hotel is about a 20-25 minute drive (~20 miles) from Salt Lake City International Airport.

Rooms are currently priced at $159 per night.

To book this hotel, please click the link above.

When exiting the airport, turn right onto I-80 East. Take I-215 S to UT-190 E for about 17 miles. Take exit 6 from I-215 S. Follow UT-190 East, stay on Wasatch Blvd for about 4.5 miles. When you get to N Little Cottonwood Road make a slight right at the bend and continue on Wasatch Blvd for 0.3 miles. The entrance for La Caille will be on your left hand side. Look out for the beautiful La Caille sign, you can't miss it! Take the cobblestone road for 0.5 miles up to La Caille.

Go West on 500 S, the road goes straight into the highway. Take the I-15 S and I-215 E/Belt Route entrance to UT-190 E for about 17 miles. Take exit 6 from I-215 S. Follow UT-190 East, stay on Wasatch Blvd for about 4.5 miles. When you get to N Little Cottonwood Road make a slight right at the bend and continue on Wasatch Blvd for 0.3 miles. The entrance for La Caille will be on your left hand side. Look out for the beautiful La Caille sign, you can't miss it! Take the cobblestone road for 0.5 miles up to La Caille.

The dress code for the Wedding Ceremony and Reception is BLACK TIE/FORMAL, TUX OPTIONAL. Ladies are requested to wear mid to floor length dresses. Gentlemen are requested to wear a tux, suit and tie, or sports coat.

If wearing a dress, ladies are requested to wear floor length or midi-length gowns; please do not wear white. Gentlemen are black tie/tux optional, jacket and tie are acceptable.

Please note that you will be required to walk on natural grass for the ceremony and that both our Ceremony and Reception will take place both indoors and outdoors.

The dress code for the Welcome Reception that will be held on Friday, October 21, 2022 is COCKTAIL ATTIRE.

This is not as formal as the Ceremony and Reception. Gentlemen may wear suits, but jackets and ties are optional. If wearing a dress, ladies may wear party dresses knee-length or above.

Please RSVP no later than September 17, 2022 via the RSVP page. All RSVP responses should be completed online.

If you are unable to make it, please RSVP “Not attending" on each event to which you are invited so we may plan accordingly.

La Caille is nestled in the beautiful Wasatch Front with day time temperatures as high as 62 degrees Fahrenheit and evenings as low as 39 degrees Fahrenheit in the Fall months. We recommend layering or bringing an additional coat.

Both our Ceremony and Reception are taking place at La Caille Restaurant & Venue in Sandy, Utah. You will find detailed travel instructions in the Information section, Travel subsection above.

Yes! We simply ask that you silence your phones for the Ceremony and that you DO NOT have phone out during the ceremony. Additionally, we ask that you wait to post any and all photos taken of the bride until after the Ceremony.

Please also use our hashtag #AprilPlusBen102222

Having you present at their wedding would be the greatest present for April and Ben! If you would like to give a present to celebrate the newly-married couple, they would be honored to receive a cash gift towards their first home, honeymoon, or other couple experiences and recreation.

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Little Sparrow (Santa Ana, CA) | April's 25th Birthday Party | January 30, 2014

Westgate Hotel (San Diego, CA) | First Valentine's Day | February 15, 2014

Richard Nixon Library and Birthplace (Yorba Linda, CA) | May 25, 2014

Top of the Rock (30 Rockefeller Center, New York, NY) | August 30, 2014

Mark Twain House and Library (Hartford, CT) | January 1, 2014

Arthur Ashe Stadium - U.S. Open | August 31, 2014

Disneyland, CA (California Adventure, Cars Land) | October 24, 2014

Yoko Ono & John Lennon | November 2, 2014

Las Vegas, NV | December 14, 2014

Chapman Law School | April's Scholarship Award Luncheon | April 13, 2015

Chapman Law School | Ben's Graduation | May 22, 2015

Top of Angels Landing, Zion National Park, Utah | August 8, 2015

The Narrows, Zion National Park, Utah | August 9, 2015

LA Coliseum, University of Utah v. USC | October 15, 2015

Walt Disney Concert Hall | Watching pianist Gerrick Ohlsson | January 23, 2016

Coyote Hills Golf Course (Fullerton, CA) | Barristers' Ball (Law School Prom) | March 19, 2016

Orange County Fair 5k with Whit | May 1, 2016

St. George, Utah | August 13, 2016

Agent Murphy & Pablo Escobar | October 28, 2016

Universal Studios Hollywood | January 21, 2017

Golden Gate Bridge | April 7, 2017

Lower Yosemite Falls, Yosemite National Park, CA | September 23, 2017

Skydeck Chicago at Willis Tower, Chicago, IL | June 9, 2018

San Diego, CA | November 3, 2018

Lakewood, CA | November 18, 2018

Chichen Itza, Yucatán, Mexico | May 4, 2019

Rapelling into the Cenote Maya, Yucatán, Mexico | May 4, 2019

Moraine Lake, Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada | June 21, 2019

Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada | June 21, 2019

Sender One (Santa Ana, CA) | March 14, 2020

San Luis Obispo, CA | November 1, 2020

San Diego, CA | June 11, 2021

Turlock, CA | July 18, 2021

Newport Beach, CA | July 21, 2021

Cosmopolitan Hotel, Las Vegas, NV | October 17, 2021

Salt Flats, Utah | Tyler Rye Photography | Erin Cole Bridal (Cape) | December 30, 2021

Salt Flats, Utah | Tyler Rye Photography | December 30, 2021

Salt Flats, Utah | Tyler Rye Photography | Erin Cole Bridal (Cape) | December 30, 2021

Salt Flats, Utah | Tyler Rye Photography | December 30, 2021

Salt Flats, Utah | Tyler Rye Photography | Erin Cole Bridal (Cape) | December 30, 2021

Disneyland, CA (Sleeping Beauty's Castle) | Clarissa Wylde Photography | April 20, 2022

Disneyland, CA (Star Wars Land, Oga's Cantina) | Clarissa Wylde Photography | April 20, 2022

Disneyland, CA (Star Wars Land) | Clarissa Wylde Photography | April 20, 2022

Disneyland, CA (California Adventure, Cars Land) | Clarissa Wylde Photography | April 20, 2022

Disneyland, CA (California Adventure, Pixar Pier) | Clarissa Wylde Photography | April 20, 2022

Pismo Beach, CA | April 23, 2022

Walt Disney World, FL (Rock 'n' Roller Coaster, Hollywood Studios) | May 2022

Walt Disney World, FL (Gaston's Tavern, Magic Kingdom) | May 2022

La Caille, Sandy, Utah | Jessie & Dallin Photography | June 24, 2022

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Temple Square encompasses 10 acres and 5 city blocks. It includes historic sites, exhibits, activities, and architecture, such as the beautiful Salt Lake Temple made of granite.

Please note that the Salt Lake Temple may be undergoing construction (a seismic renovation process and other upgrades) at the time of the wedding.

50 N. West Temple Street
Salt Lake City, UT 84150

Salt Lake Temple | May 20, 2014

Utah State Capitol (from left: Alex Cristal (April's brother), Jun Cristal (April's dad), Lita Cristal (April's mom), Malia Aguilar Cristal (April's sister-in-law), Marko Cristal, April, Ben) | June 24, 2022

This beautifully constructed building sits on top of a hill overlooking Salt Lake City. It houses the Utah State Government, including Governor and Attorney General, as well as the Utah Supreme Court.

350 State Street,
Salt Lake City, UT 84103

People from all over the world come to visit the Salt Flats for its unique, other-worldly terrain.

The Salt Flats also serve as a venue for 3 annual motorcar racing events where drivers can drive their vehicles as fast as they want to go! Drivers have set land-speed records at this location.

Salt Flats Rest Area Westbound
Wendover, UT 84083

Salt Flats at Sunset | Tyler Rye Photography | December 30, 2021

Karl Malone and John Stockton statutes in front of the arena | December 26, 2014

Previously known as the Delta Center, this arena serves as the home for the Utah Jazz. The arena is notorious for being a difficult court for visiting NBA teams, resulting in the Jazz being one of the top teams for home court wins.

The arena also hosted the figure skating competitions during the 2022 Winter Olympics, including being the venue for American Sarah Hughes' gold medal skates and the major scandal during the pairs competition between Jamie Salé/David Pelletier (Canada) and Elena Berezhnaya/Anton Sikharulidze (Russia).

301 S Temple
Salt Lake City, UT 84101

Located in the Wasatch Mountain Range, Big Cottonwood Canyon is a beautiful canyon known for its rock climbing, hiking and ski resorts, including Brighton Ski Resort and Solitude Ski Resort.

Skiing at Brighton | December 21, 2019

April's first time skiing at Alta Ski Resort | December 27, 2015

Like Big Cottonwood Canyon, Little Cottonwood Canyon has excellent rock climbing locations, hiking trails. It is home to two resorts, Alta and Snowbird.

Mormon settlers quarried granite slabs from the mouth of the Canyon in order to build the Salt Lake Temple in Temple Square.

Hiking, Alta Ski Resort, Snowbird Ski Resort.

Little Cottonwood Canyon, Utah 84092

Millcreek Canyon is located within the Wasatch Mountain Range and is a popular location for enjoying Utah's natural splendor, including beautiful hiking trails and yurt reservations.

April and Ben got engaged in this beautiful canyon! If you are interested in going on the same hike, take the Desolation Trail to the Salt Lake Overlook.

3800 Mill Creek Canyon Road
Salt Lake City, UT 84124

Getting engaged after taking the Desolation Trail to the Salt Lake Overlook! | September 5, 2020

In front of the downtown Park City US Post Office | May 21, 2014

About a 40-45 minute drive from downtown Salt Lake City, Park City is home to a downtown area with restaurants and shopping, ski resorts, and world-class resorts. Visit the Utah Olympic Park (where the bobsled, skeleton, luge, and the Nordic combined events were held during the 2002 Winter Olympics), where you can ride the bobsled, alpine slide, or mini coaster.

Park City is also known for hosting the annual Sundance Film Festival in mid-to-late January.

Main St
Park City, UT 84060

Riding the Alpine Slide at Park City

August 13, 2014

A must-eat when you are in Salt Lake! A Utah scone is a piece of fried dough similar to an Indian Fry Bread. Crispy on the outside, light and fluffy on the inside -- topped with powdered sugar, butter, and honey! Although there are multiple locations in the city to get these scones, Ben recommends the following locations:

Over the Counter
2343 E 3300 S
Salt Lake City, UT 84109

Sharon's Cafe
2263 E Murray Holladay Rd A
Salt Lake City, UT 84117

Utah scone from Sharon's Cafe | June 26, 2022

Enjoying the view at the top of the Salt Lake City Public Library | May 20, 2014

The Salt Lake City Library is a modern building with unique architecture, including a spiral staircase and 3 glass elevators. The roof of the Library boasts an amazing view of downtown and beyond.

210 E 400 S
Salt Lake City, UT 84111

The Cathedral of the Madeleine was built in 1909 and is the mother church for Roman Catholics in Utah. It is the only cathedral in the United States under the patronage of St. Mary Magdalene. The Cathedral was designed by architect Carl M. Neuhausen, who also designed the Utah Governor's Mansion. The Cathedral also offers daily mass, and includes a pipe organ and the tomb of Bishop Lawrence Scanlan (the first bishop of Salt Lake City).

331 E S Temple Street
Salt Lake City, UT 84111

Admiring the Cathedral's beautiful architecture (from left: Lita Cristal, Jun Cristal, April, Marko Cristal, Ben) | June 25, 2022

Ben taking a photo of a sculpture at the GilGal Sculpture Garden | September 6, 2020

Gilgal Sculpture Garden, the brainchild of Thomas Child, is an interesting curiosity located in downtown Salt Lake City. Child, the previous owner of the property, filled his backyard with symbolic sculptures, with all of the finish work being completed on the property.

749 E 500 S
Salt Lake City, UT 84102

The Beehive House was one of President Brigham Young's primary residences. He lived here while serving as the governor of Utah Territory (prior to Utah obtaining statehood) and as second president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

67 E S Temple Street
Salt Lake City, UT 84150

The Clark Planetarium has a digital dome theater, a large 55-foot perforated aluminum dome with individual interactive seat button controls. The Planetarium also offers IMAX shows and cosmic light shows, and also creates and produces their own digital dome cinema which is used by other planetariums.

110 400 W
Salt Lake City, UT 84101

City Creek Center is an open-air shopping center with high-end stores, a fully-retractable glass roof, and a large fountain with hourly shows. The Center also includes a replica of the south fork of City Creek, which one flowed through that area.

50 S Main Street
Salt Lake City, UT 84101

Also known as Kearns Mansion (named after Senator Thomas Kearns, who had the mansion designed by architect Carl M. Neuhausen, designer of the Cathedral of the Madeleine), the Governor's Mansion is the official residence of the governor of Utah and their family. Visitors may tour the mansion and learn about its history, including President Teddy Roosevelt's visits to his personal friend Senator Kearns.

603 E S Temple Street
Salt Lake City, UT 84102

Opened in 1932, Hogle Zoo spans 42 acres, including multiple exhibits with animals from around the world. The Zoo is known for famous animals such as Princess Alice the Asian elephant, and Shasta, the first liger (offspring of a male tiger and female lion) born in the United States and the longest living liger in the world.

2600 Sunnyside Avenue S
Salt Lake City, UT 84108

This is The Place Heritage Park is located in the area where Brigham Young first saw the Salt Lake Valley, which would soon become the new home for Mormon pioneers. The Park has activities for all ages, including panning for gold, pony rides, and a petting zoo.

2601 Sunnyside Avenue S
Salt Lake City, UT 84108

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Be sure to check out the buildings and architecture around Presidents' Circle.

201 Presidents' Circle
Salt Lake City, UT 84112

The Natural History Museum is part of the University of Utah and contains exhibits of natural history, with a focus on Utah and the Intermountain West.

301 Wakara Way
Salt Lake City, UT 84108

Red Butte Garden and Arboretum is part of the University of Utah and contains a botanical garden, arboretum and amphitheater, exhibiting concerts and shows. The Garden also has hiking trails.

300 Wakara Way
Salt Lake City, UT 84108

The 2002 Winter Olympic Cauldron Plaza is located outside of the southwestern corner of Rice-Eccles Stadium on the University of Utah Campus, which hosted the opening and closing ceremonies for the 2002 Winter Olympics. Visitors can see photographs and other memorabilia from the 2002 Olympics, including the Olympic Cauldron.

451 1400 E
Salt Lake City, UT 84112

A museum with a varied collection of fine art from around the world. Its collection boasts nearly 20,000 original works of art.

410 Campus Center Drive
Salt Lake City, UT 84112

The main filming site for the popular 2006 Disney musical, High School Musical.

840 S 1300 E
Salt Lake City, UT 84102

April and Ben would like to extend their most appreciative THANK YOU to their fantastic, five-star vendor team for all of their work to put together their October 22, 2022 wedding in Utah! Please check them out on social media and keep them in mind for future events.

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If you are unable to join us in Utah, or would like to celebrate with us twice, please join us in California on January 6, 2023 at The Fifth -- a rooftop venue across from Disneyland with a great view of the Disneyland fireworks! Dinner will be provided, cash bar available.

The Fifth sits on top of The Grand Legacy Hotel. Discounted rooms are available through the couple's room block.

Please RSVP to this event by November 18. You may change or edit your RSVP by this date for all California events only.

1650 S Harbor Boulevard
Anaheim, CA 92802

https://www.grandlegacyhotel.com

Please join us for an unhosted, post-wedding Disneyland day on January 7, 2023! No need or pressure to hang out with us all day as we will schedule a time to meet at a location for a group photo for all those attending.