Wedding Day

Ceremony

Reception

Our Wedding

On December 3, 2020, in Austin, Texas, destiny quietly aligned our paths. From the very first moment there was an undeniable connection, effortless, natural, and deeply familiar, as if our souls recognized one another long before we spoke. What began as an instant spark gently unfolded into a profound love grounded in faith, strengthened by patience, and guided by a shared vision. Conversation by conversation, prayer by prayer, dream by dream, our bond deepened with intention and grace. On August 8th, 2026, we will gather in Dar es Salaam to begin our forever surrounded by family and friends. This destination wedding is more than a celebration. It is a homecoming of hearts, unity across generations, and love honored with intention and warmth. Two families will become one, and a lifetime together will begin.Your presence is the greatest gift. To travel across cities and continents to stand beside us is a blessing we will forever cherish. Thank you for walking with us, praying with us, and believing in our love story. We cannot wait to welcome you to Tanzania to celebrate faith, family, and forever.Karibuni sana!With love,Franck and Aike

From Austin with Love - Celebrating Forever in Tanzania

Our Story

Memories

Dinner Rehearsal: 8/7/2026Wedding Day: 8/8/2026Location: The White House Resort, Kigamboni-KimbijiTime: 3PM

Wedding Party

Wedding Color PaletteSage Green, Almond/Sand, Champagne, Blush We’re so excited to celebrate by the Indian Ocean. Our colors are soft, coastal, and romantic, perfect for a beach wedding. If you’d like to coordinate, feel free to wear any of the shades above. Most importantly, wear whatever makes you feel beautiful and comfortable. We can't wait to see you there!

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Hotels near the wedding venue Kigamboni, Dar-es-salaam

The Overhang

Aya Sophia Resort

Amani Beach Resort

Sea Eagle Oceanfront and Resort

Hotels FAR from the venue but near the city ~2HOURS to/from the wedding venue

Coral Beach hotel

Sea Cliff Hotel

Travel

Explore the best places to stay in Zanzibar. Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple, or a family, there's a perfect place waiting for you. From Sunset Cruises, Historical places, Stone Town, Safari Blue, Forodhani Night Market, Zanzibar will be a spot for relaxing after the wedding for the bride and groom and all the family and friends from all over the World. Hotels (text list with links)Kendwa Rocks Hotel — Kendwa Beach, Nungwi. Book or learn more: <a href="https://kendwarocks.com/?utm_source=copilot.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://kendwarocks.com</a>.Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort — Nungwi (north coast). Official site: <a href="https://royalzanzibar.com/?utm_source=copilot.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://royalzanzibar.com</a>.Gold Zanzibar Beach House &amp; Spa — Nungwi (luxury beachfront resort): <a href="https://www.goldzanzibar.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">GOLD ZANZIBAR RESORT | BEACH HOUSE SPA | TANZANIA</a>Zuri Zanzibar — Kendwa (boutique resort with villas and bungalows): <a href="https://www.zurizanzibar.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Zuri Zanzibar - 5* Hotel &amp; Beach Resort in Zanzibar</a>Mora — <a href="https://www.themora.com/zanzibar/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Mora Zanzibar | Luxury Beachfront Hotel</a>Y Corner — <a href="https://www.yconaluxuryresort.com/en/one-day-at-ycona" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">One day at Ycona | Ycona Luxury Resort</a>Samawa Living — <a href="https://samawazanzibar.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Samawa Living – Boutique wellness hotel · Paje, Zanzibar</a>

Visit Zanzibar'vacation

Serengeti National Park is a World Heritage Site teeming with wildlife: over 2 million ungulates, 4000 lions, 1000 leopard, 550 cheetahs and some 500 bird species inhabit an area close to 15,000 square kilometers in size. Join us on a safari and explore the endless Serengeti plains dotted with trees and kopjes from which majestic lions control their kingdom; gaze upon the Great Migration in awe or find an elusive leopard in a riverine forest. Or perhaps see everything from a bird’s-eye view and soar over the plains at sunrise during a hot air balloon safari. Accommodation options come in every price range - the sound of lions roaring at night is complimentary.

Serengeti Big Cats Safaris

Ngorongoro Crater National Park, located in northern Tanzania, is home to the world’s largest inactive volcanic caldera, spanning approximately 260 square kilometers. Formed millions of years ago, the crater is a geological marvel, hosting a diverse ecosystem with over 25,000 animals, including the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhinoceros). Managed by the&nbsp;<a href="https://ngorongorocraternationalpark.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ngorongoro Conservation Area Authority</a>, the park balances tourism with conservation, protecting its unique biodiversity and the Maasai communities living nearby.

Ngorongoro Crater ViewPoint

A dormant volcano in northern Tanzania, Mount Kilimanjaro stands at 5,895 m (19,341 ft) and is the continent’s tallest mountain and is just a few hours from Dar-es-salaam. Often considered one of the most accessible big-mountain climbs, some 35,000 people attempt to reach its summit, Uhuru Peak, every year.

Franck & Aike