CLAIRE & DAVID
OUR WEDDING
Sunday January 18th, 2026
Shutters on the Beach / Hotel Casa Del Mar
CEREMONY
Shutters On The Beach
1 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90405
Four in the Afternoon
Ceremony will be followed by Cocktail Hour
RECEPTION
Hotel Casa Del Mar
1910 Ocean Way, Santa Monica, CA 90405
Six in the Evening
Dinner + Dancing
TRAVEL
FLIGHTS
We recommend flying into LAX airport.
TRANSPORTATION
Rental cars available at LAX Airport.
Uber is another great option that is highly available throughout the city.
ACCOMMODATIONS
We are pleased to share that a room block has been secured for our guests at Shutters on the Beach, Hotel Casa del Mar & Courtyard Santa Monica. We encourage you to reserve your rooms as soon as possible, as availability is limited.
Shutters on the Beach
Reservations under the block may be placed by using the link below, calling or emailing the Reservations Department at 866-527-6612 or reservations@shuttersonthebeach.com. Please be sure to reference IHO Claire Summers & David Goldberger's Wedding Room Block. Cancellations must be made by 4:00 p.m. Pacific Standard time, 72 hours prior to the date of arrival in order to avoid a charge of one night's room rate plus tax (15%).
Hotel Casa del Mar
Reservations may be placed by using the link below, calling or emailing the Reservations Department at 844 880-1077 or reservations@hotelcasadelmar.com. Please be sure to reference IHO Claire Summers & David Goldberger's Wedding Room Block. Cancellations must be made by 4:00 p.m. Pacific Standard time, 72 hours prior to the date of arrival in order to avoid a charge of one night's room rate plus tax (15%).
Courtyard Santa Monica
Guests are able to book the discounted wedding rate by visiting the hotel website at the link below, and entering the corporate code under special rate & awards: W14. They can also choose to call the front desk at 310-394-1700 (choose option “0”) and ask to speak with reservations. They will just need to request “the wedding rate” for the dates and room of their choice.
Additional Recommendations
We also recommend the following nearby hotels. Please note that we do not have room blocks reserved at these locations. For current rates and availability, please visit the links below.
Hilton Santa Monica Hotel & Suites
Viceroy Santa Monica
Things To Do
WHERE TO EAT
(Estimated travel times are from Shutters on the Beach Hotel, without heavy traffic)
SANTA MONICA & VENICE (5–15 minutes):
Gjusta – Breakfast or lunch; pastries, sandwiches, and salads.
Barrique Venice – Cozy Italian on Main Street with a great wine list.
The Butcher’s Daughter – Bright, plant-forward, and easy.
Felix – One of our favorite Italian spots for handmade pasta.
Great White – Laid-back beach café we love any time of day.
Ospi – Modern Italian-American, great for sharing.
Din Tai Fung – Famous soup dumplings and comfort food.
Cobi’s – Southeast Asian–inspired and full of flavor.
Colapasta – Fresh handmade pasta, casual and quick.
Night + Market Sahm – Bold Thai flavors and a fun vibe.
Bay Cities Deli – Iconic Italian sandwiches (perfect for lunch).
Vamos Vamos – Easy, no-fuss Mexican food.
Chulita – Creative Mexican with great flavors.
CULVER CITY & WEST ADAMS (15–25 minutes):
Esmé – A go-to cozy neighborhood spot with seasonal dishes.
Laurel Grill – Classic American comfort food.
Madre – Oaxacan-inspired Mexican and mezcal. You must try the barbacoa de res plate.
Mizlala – Casual Middle Eastern with amazing spreads. We eat here at least once a month!
Mustard’s Bagels – Bagels and breakfast sandwiches.
Destroyer – Creative café for breakfast or lunch.
Father’s Office – Burgers and craft beer.
Millcross – Great pastries in a relaxed setting.
Nong La – Vietnamese comfort food, especially pho.
Cerveteca – Fast, casual Mexican bites.
WEST HOLLYWOOD & BEVERLY HILLS (30-40 minutes):
Sushi Fumi – Some of the best sushi in LA.
A.O.C. – Mediterranean small plates and great wine.
Sugarfish – Amazing sushi spot with multiple locations.
Tu Madre – Creative tacos and bowls.
OUR FAVOURITES (Farther, but Worth It) (35–50 minutes):
Bavel – One of our absolute favorites for Middle Eastern flavors (we saw Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis here!)
Laurel Hardware – Stylish California comfort food.
Bestia – Bold, modern Italian (very popular).
Majordōmo – Korean-inspired dishes for a special night.
Saffy’s – Lebanese food that’s fun to share.
Mother Wolf – Roman-style pastas in a beautiful space.
THINGS TO DO
WALKABLE OR SHORT RIDE:
Santa Monica Pier & Beach – A must for first-timers, great for kids
Main Street (Santa Monica) – Super walkable and close to the hotels.
Montana Ave (Santa Monica) – Charming, walkable street with shops & cafés.
Venice Beach – Boardwalk energy and classic people watching; home to skateboarding and bodybuilding culture
Venice Canals – Quiet, charming stroll.
Abbot Kinney Blvd (Venice) – Shopping, coffee, and restaurants (don’t miss ice cream at Salt & Straw).
FARTHER WAY (If you have extra time):
Getty Center – Art, gardens, and sweeping city views.
Broad Museum - Contemporary art museum
Griffith Observatory – Iconic LA views, especially at sunset.
Beverly Hills / Rodeo Drive – Fun for a short walk and people watching.
Manhattan Beach – A close drive and a lovely bike ride along the strand. Amazing beach town vibes
OUR THOUGHTS ON HOLLYWOOD:
We’ll be honest, Hollywood is one of those places that sounds more glamorous than it actually is. It’s iconic, but a bit chaotic, crowded, and not our favorite spot to spend time.
That said, if it feels like a must-see for you, we recommend a quick drive through to spot the Hollywood sign, Walk of Fame, and famous theaters, then head back toward the beach or dinner somewhere else. There are some great restaurants in the area, and Hollywood is also conveniently on the way to Griffith Observatory if that’s part of your itinerary.