Jester ♥ Ria

Initium Iteris

💍September 5, 2026

🌿Twins Garden

⛪St. Dominic Cathedral

📍Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya

Our Story

Ten years. Not defined by grand gestures, but by presence. Not built on perfect moments, but on real ones.

From who we were to who we are becoming, this journey has been shaped by time, patience, and shared direction.

We are here because we chose to stay, to grow, and to build something that could last beyond seasons. This is the moment we step forward with clarity, intention, and a life we are ready to build together.

Jester

There was never a single moment that defined it. No grand beginning. No dramatic turning point. Just time, consistent, quiet, and revealing.

Through the years, what was once simple companionship became something deeper, a shared understanding of life, responsibility, and direction.

She was there through uncertainty, growth, and rebuilding. Not as someone waiting to be convinced, but as someone who chose to stay, to understand, and to grow alongside me.

What I came to realize is this: love is not something you prove in a moment. It is something you build through years of aligned decisions. In her, I found not just someone I love, but someone I trust to walk forward with in clarity, discipline, and purpose.

Ria

There was never pressure for things to be perfect. Only a quiet certainty that what we had was real.

We grew together through seasons that were not always easy, learning, adjusting, and understanding each other beyond words.

It was not always loud or expressive, but it was consistent. And in that consistency, I found something rare, a kind of love that does not rush, does not force, but chooses again and again.

With him, I learned that love is not just about how you feel, but how you stay, how you support, and how you grow together. What we have was not built overnight, and that is exactly why it feels lasting.

Together

This is not the end of a story. It is the beginning of a life we are choosing to build with clarity, intention, and purpose.

What we carry forward is not only love, but trust, steadiness, and the quiet confidence that comes from having grown through real seasons together.

The years behind us shaped our foundation. The years ahead are the ones we now step into hand in hand.

Our Journey

This is more than a wedding gallery. It is a place for the moments we want to keep close: the official films and photos, the quiet behind-the-scenes memories, and the little pieces of our story we hope to return to through the years.

Jester and Ria wedding journey photo 1
Jester and Ria wedding journey photo 2
Official pre-wedding carousel photo 23
Step Into Our Journey

Wedding Details

A gentle guide for our arriving guests and wedding day flow. More timings and contact numbers will be added as we finalize the full program.

📅 September 4

Arrival, Check-In, and Welcome Evening

08:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Guest Bus Arrival from Manila

Bus seats are reserved only for guests who have already been included in the pre-arranged transportation list. The guest bus will depart at 8:00 AM from our home in Caloocan and is expected to arrive in Nueva Vizcaya between 3:00 PM and 4:00 PM.

Guests traveling on their own are encouraged to follow the same arrival timeframe so there is enough allowance to rest before the wedding day.

Contact

Joana Faye Baisa / Aileen Chavas-Mendoza

Number to follow

Evening

Guest Check-In and Settling In

Guests included in the reserved bus and accommodation arrangement will be assisted directly. Guests traveling on their own are kindly asked to book their own accommodation in Solano, Bayombong, Masoc, or nearby areas.

Stay

Assigned rooms for arranged guests; self-booked stays for others

06:00 PM

Welcome Dinner Buffet

Guests joining the welcome dinner from their own accommodation are warmly welcome. We will use the submitted guest responses to prepare the right count.

Contact

Joana Faye Baisa / Aileen Chavas-Mendoza

Number to follow

Night

Resort Leisure Time

After dinner, guests already included in the resort arrangement may settle in and rest for the evening. Guests staying elsewhere may return to their accommodation and prepare for the wedding day.

Location

Twins Garden, Nueva Vizcaya

📅 September 5

Wedding Day

Morning

Pre-Wedding Preparations

The morning will be dedicated to preparations, coordination, and final arrangements for the ceremony. A fuller getting-ready schedule will be shared soon.

Details

Full prep timeline to follow

10:00 AM

Wedding Ceremony

Our wedding ceremony will begin at 10:00 AM at St. Dominic Cathedral.

Venue

St. Dominic Cathedral

Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya

After Ceremony

Lunch Reception at Twins Garden

After the ceremony and selected photos, guests may proceed to Twins Garden for the lunch reception, program, messages, and celebration. The main wedding day flow is expected to finish in the afternoon.

Venue

Twins Garden

Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya

Wedding Entourage

The people standing with us on this day are part of the story that shaped us. We are grateful for their love, presence, and support as we begin this next chapter together.

Mothers of the Couple

TV
Teresita Vergara Mother of the Groom
EO
Elsie Orolfo Mother of the Bride

Principal Sponsors

GV
Gerry Viray
CV
Coney Viray
CD
Cecilia Degaños
JD
Jessie Degaños
LM
Len Morano
NA
Norman Adawag
RL
Rey Laboy
PL
Precy Laboy

Maid of Honor

JB
Joana Baisa
MM
Maria Aileen Mendoza

Bridesmaids

GP
Gift Picondo
HM
Henny Morano
AV
Ave Viray
BB
Bea Bartoces
KV
Kim Vergara

Best Men

MC
Marl Ching
MP
Mark Pabalinas

Groomsmen

DU
Diosdado Ugdiman
JV
Joseph Vergara
JV
Julius Vergara
LA
Lean Aujero
RM
Royce Morano

Little Attendants

VM
Via Mendoza Flower Girl
JV
Jose Azrael Viray Bible and Coin Bearer
JD
Jude Diaz Ring Bearer

Attire / Dress Code

We would love the celebration to feel refined, timeless, and beautifully coordinated. Thank you for dressing with the occasion in mind.

Wedding dress code inspiration

Gentlemen

  • Suit, coat, blazer, or long sleeves
  • Dress trousers and formal shoes
  • Keep the look polished and occasion-ready

Ladies

  • Formal dress, midi, or floor-length silhouette
  • Elegant fabrics and refined styling are welcome
  • Please aim for a graceful garden-formal look

Color Theme

  • All black for both ladies and gentlemen
  • Keep the overall look elegant, cohesive, and timeless

Note

  • Ceremony and reception attire may follow the same formal palette
  • Comfortable footwear is encouraged for the garden setting
  • Ladies may bring a shawl for warmth or protection, as the venue may be windy
  • Please dress in a way that feels elegant and respectful for the occasion

Your presence is the most beautiful part of the day. Thank you for helping us keep the celebration visually harmonious and thoughtfully dressed.

Guest notes and celebration guidelines

Guest Notes & Celebration Guidelines

We are creating a wedding that is intimate, intentional, and shared with the people who truly matter to us.

Every part of the day from ceremony to reception has been thoughtfully designed to feel calm, present, and meaningful. With this, we would love your support in helping us maintain this atmosphere throughout the celebration.

Children & Family

We understand that many of our guests are families, and children are naturally part of that.

If you plan to bring your children, we kindly ask that they are guided with presence and care throughout the day, and are able to comfortably be part of a shared and respectful space.

For those who feel this may be challenging for their little ones, we completely understand and encourage making arrangements that would allow both you and your children to be at ease.

Presence & Shared Space

We have designed this celebration to be engaging and meaningful without the need for external distractions. We encourage a gadget-free environment where everyone can be fully present in the moment.

As with any shared space, we appreciate mindfulness in behavior so that all guests can enjoy the experience comfortably from beginning to end.

Additional Notes

To keep the celebration aligned with the atmosphere we are creating, please note that alcohol will not be served during the event.

We have carefully curated the flow of the day so that everyone can enjoy a warm, joyful, and relaxed experience together.

Our Shared Intention

We believe that how we show up - especially in shared spaces - reflects the care, presence, and guidance we bring as individuals and as families.

Beyond what we can prepare and communicate, we choose to release control with peace and simply be present, grateful, and joyful as we share this moment with all of you.

How to Get There

We encourage guests traveling from outside Nueva Vizcaya to arrive on Friday, September 4. The trip can be long, and arriving a day earlier gives everyone time to rest, settle in, and join the welcome dinner before the wedding day. Guests who are not part of the reserved bus arrangement are kindly asked to travel on their own, book their own accommodation, and answer their confirmed welcome dinner response if they plan to join us that evening.

A quick road reference for guests who want a visual guide before traveling.

Private Car via Santa Fe

This is the more common route into Nueva Vizcaya, passing through the mountain road around Santa Fe before reaching Bayombong and Solano.

  • Estimated travel time from Metro Manila: around 6 to 8 hours, depending on traffic, stops, weather, and road conditions.
  • Expect winding mountain roads, possible fog, slower trucks, and sections where careful overtaking is important.
  • Best for guests who prefer the main highway route and want more predictable stops along the way.

Private Car via Malico

This is a scenic mountain route often considered by guests coming through Pangasinan or nearby areas. Please take this route only if the driver is comfortable with narrower, steeper mountain roads.

  • Estimated travel time may vary widely depending on starting point, weather, and road condition.
  • Daytime travel is strongly encouraged, especially for first-time drivers on this route.
  • Expect beautiful views, but also sharp curves, possible fog, and fewer convenient stops.

By Bus

Guests taking public transportation may ride a bus bound for Nueva Vizcaya, then proceed to Bayombong, Solano, or the venue area by local transport.

  • Estimated travel time from Metro Manila: around 7 to 9 hours, depending on schedule, stops, and traffic.
  • Please plan enough buffer time for check-in, meals, and rest before the welcome dinner.
  • For guests included in the pre-arranged wedding bus, details will be shared directly and separately.

Friday Arrival & Welcome Dinner

Friday arrival is encouraged for all out-of-town guests, whether staying at Twins Garden, in Solano, in Bayombong, or with family nearby.

  • The welcome dinner is part of the gathering, even for guests not staying at the resort hotel.
  • Arriving Friday helps avoid same-day travel stress before the ceremony.
  • Please keep extra time for mountain roads, weather changes, and evening travel.

Please drive carefully, check weather and road advisories before leaving, and avoid rushing. Your safe arrival matters more than arriving quickly.

Where to Stay

Guests are kindly encouraged to arrange their own accommodation nearby. Solano is one of the closest and most convenient areas, with more hotel and food options, followed by Bayombong. Guests may also look into nearby resorts around Masoc for a stay closer to the reception area.

Masoc Nearby Resorts

For guests who prefer a resort-style stay closer to the reception area, you may explore nearby options around Masoc, including Green Lake View and other local stays in the area.

Green Lake View Nearby Resorts

Solano Hotels

Solano is recommended for guests booking their own accommodation because it is close to Bayombong and has more nearby restaurants, shops, and hotel options.

Hotels on Maps Search Contacts

Bayombong Hotels

Bayombong is also a convenient option, especially for guests who prefer staying closer to St. Dominic Cathedral and the town proper.

Hotels on Maps Search Contacts

Booking Reminder

Please contact hotels directly to confirm current room availability, rates, check-in time, parking, and distance to the ceremony and reception venues.

We recommend booking early once your attendance is confirmed.

Guest Messages

Your love, prayers, and presence are more than enough for us. No gifts are necessary.

Thank you to everyone who responded on or before June 30, 2026.

Some guests have pre-arranged transportation and resort accommodation; those details will be shared directly with the guests included in that arrangement.

Messages From Our Guests

Thank you to everyone who has already responded and shared a prayer, wish, or message with us. We are keeping these close as the day gets nearer.

MarlJester, from sharing office chaos to watching you build a life with Ria; it's been one hell of a journey, brother. You deserve every bit of happiness this new chapter brings.

Ria, I've known you long enough to say with full confidence; you are one of the truly good ones. Jester's got a keeper.

So happy for you both. Wishing you both a lifetime of love, laughter, and adventures together. Congrats! 🥂

JessicaRia and Je, congratulations to the both of you, for choosing each other everyday and for still choosing to love each other in the coming days of your lives. I wish you genuine happiness, like the genuine friendship you have both offered me/us, especially Ria. 💜 Mahal ko kayong dalawa. Madami kami nagmamahal sa inyo. Patuloy ninyong piliin ang isa't isa. Wala akong ibang hiling kundi ang ikasasaya at ikabubuti ng inyong buhay. Congratulations and see you soon! 💜

AngelA decade ago, you chose each other without any promises. Now, on the verge of your marriage, you will seal it with a vow. I am grateful I got to witness you both grow full of love.

MatetCongratulations to the beautiful couple, Ria and Jester, on your upcoming wedding! Wishing you both a lifetime of love, blessings, and countless reasons to smile. May your wedding day be as beautiful as the love you share, and may your marriage be filled with joy for many years to come.

AngelaJe and Ria, this is it! Congratulations on finding your forever! Wishing you a lifetime of love, happiness, and peace.

BeaCongratulations in advance to the both of you, kuya Je and ate Ria! Love y'all 💗

MarianeCongratulations in advance couple! We, the team are so excited to be part of your special day and to witness the love that is shared not only by the two of you but with the people around you. See you guys!! 🩷🩷🩷

NormanAlways put God Almighty first in whatever goals, plans, and endeavours in your married life and always respect and be in love with each other forever! 🙂 ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ 🙏 🙏 🙏

BenjonCongrats and so happy for you guys. After such a long journey of you two together, finally it's time.

JosephCongrats po Kuya Jester and Ate Ria! Wishing you both a lifetime of love, happiness, and countless beautiful memories together.

CharmaineHi kuya and ate, advance congratulations on your wedding. Finally, the long wait is over. Wishing you both a lifetime of love and togetherness.

ChavyAlways praying for your successful wedding, happy, peaceful married life. To be continued on the big day. 😉

JeiBest wishes Jeje and Ria. Cheers to forever!

KristiaCongratulations Jester & Ria ❤️

JuniusCongratulations and best wishes!

SarahBest wishes Ria and Je!

AveCongrats po ulettt atee!!

DanExcited for you guys!!

ArbeePasensya Je, di kami makapunta! Pero hopefully makapag-meet tayo ni Mike some other time. Congrats sa inyo and wish you all the best!

MafelLooking forward to your big day.

RodelHere's to love, laughter, and never winning another argument!

KnivesCongrats pre!!!

GeloCongrats Jeje and Ria! Humayo kayo't magpakarami.

Helpful Details

A few important notes to help you prepare, travel with ease, and be fully present with us.

Where to Stay

Find nearby stay options around Solano and Bayombong, plus notes for pre-arranged resort accommodation.

How to Get There

Review travel notes for private cars, bus travel, route choices, and Friday arrival.

Our Suppliers

Meet the people and teams helping shape the details, beauty, and flow of our wedding day.

Wedding Entourage

See the family, Ninong, Ninang, and friends standing with us as we begin this next chapter.

Wedding Schedule

Follow the flow for Friday arrival, the welcome dinner, and the wedding day celebration.
Program & Seating

Suppliers

We are grateful for the talented people and teams helping shape our wedding day with care, craft, and presence.

St. Dominic Cathedral

Ceremony Venue

The sacred place where we will exchange vows and begin this next chapter together.

Twins Garden

Reception Venue

Our celebration space surrounded by scenic mountain views and warm hospitality.

Bee Jay Aquino-Ananayo

Wedding Planner

Helping guide the bigger picture of the celebration with care and coordination.

Make Me Up & Events

Make Up & Events

Part of the creative team helping bring the wedding look and flow together.

Clep Bolusan

Wedding Day Coordinator

Helping keep the wedding day movement calm, organized, and cared for.

Miss Patty Valle

Bridal Couture Designer

Creating the bridal couture pieces for a timeless and graceful wedding look.

Mikay Prado

Bridal Make Up Artist

Bringing a soft, elegant bridal beauty look for the day.

Jesse Camille

Entourage Make Up Artist

Helping the entourage feel polished, comfortable, and celebration-ready.

Marilyn

Entourage Make Up Artist

Part of the beauty team helping the entourage feel cared for and camera-ready.

Mariane

Bridal Hair Stylist

Styling the bridal hair with a graceful finish for the ceremony and celebration.

Conceja Studio

Photography & Videography Team

Capturing the quiet, candid, and joy-filled moments we will treasure for years.

El Kabayo Stables Subic Bay

Pre-Wedding Photoshoot Venue

With gratitude to Ate Jaz and Kuya Rolan for caring for the horses and guiding us with patience and respect.

Joy Raga

Bridal Earrings

Adding a graceful bridal detail to complete the wedding look.

JMC Bridal Shoes

Bridal Shoes

Creating the bridal shoes for Ria to walk into this next chapter with comfort and elegance.

Olive D

Bridal Headpiece Designer

Creating delicate bridal details to complete the wedding look.

Lito Chavas

Wedding Rings & Jewelry Designer

Crafting meaningful jewelry pieces for the promises we will carry forward.

Check Suppliers

Frequently Asked Questions

To make the day smooth and enjoyable for everyone, here are a few helpful details for our guests. More updates may be added as the celebration approaches.

Please come in black formal, semi-formal, or garden formal attire. Comfortable footwear is encouraged because parts of the celebration will be in a garden/resort setting.

The ceremony will be at St. Dominic Cathedral, followed by the reception and welcome activities at Twins Garden in Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya.

For September 4, out-of-town guests are encouraged to arrive between 3:00 PM and 4:00 PM to rest and settle in. On the wedding day, please arrive early enough for parking, seating, and a calm start to the ceremony.

Only guests named or included in the invitation are reserved. This helps us keep the celebration intimate and prepare the right seats, meals, and arrangements.

Please follow the seats listed on your invitation. If children are included, they will be counted there; otherwise, we kindly ask for your understanding as seating is carefully planned.

Parking and final arrival guidance will be shared closer to the date. Guests driving on their own should allow extra time for provincial roads, parking, and venue coordination.

Yes. Guests not included in the reserved bus/accommodation arrangement are encouraged to book their own stay near Solano, Bayombong, or Masoc. Please book early once your attendance is confirmed.

Bring comfortable footwear, a light shawl or jacket, and any personal essentials. The setting is scenic and open, so weather, wind, and uneven garden paths are possible.

No gifts are necessary. Your presence, prayers, and support are already more than enough for us.

Yes. We will keep updating this site with final schedules, contacts, travel notes, supplier details, and other guidance as the wedding day gets closer.

Journey FAQs Program