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Mali&nbsp;and&nbsp;Justin&nbsp;met&nbsp;on&nbsp;online&nbsp;dating&nbsp;in&nbsp;June&nbsp;of&nbsp;2016.&nbsp;They&nbsp;had&nbsp;been&nbsp;talking&nbsp;and&nbsp;texting&nbsp;every&nbsp;day&nbsp;for&nbsp;nearly&nbsp;three&nbsp;months&nbsp;leading&nbsp;up&nbsp;to&nbsp;that.&nbsp;Mali&nbsp;and&nbsp;Justin&nbsp;were&nbsp;both&nbsp;very&nbsp;nervous&nbsp;when&nbsp;they&nbsp;met&nbsp;at&nbsp;Aroma&nbsp;Cafe&nbsp;in&nbsp;San&nbsp;Rafael,&nbsp;CA.&nbsp;What&nbsp;a&nbsp;spark&nbsp;ignited!&nbsp;The&nbsp;first&nbsp;date&nbsp;went&nbsp;so&nbsp;well&nbsp;after&nbsp;talking&nbsp;for&nbsp;hours&nbsp;that&nbsp;Justin&nbsp;took&nbsp;her&nbsp;to&nbsp;dinner&nbsp;at&nbsp;My&nbsp;Thai&nbsp;later&nbsp;that&nbsp;night&nbsp;where&nbsp;they&nbsp;spent&nbsp;hours&nbsp;engaged&nbsp;in&nbsp;deep&nbsp;conversation.

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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Sonoma Wine Country

Sheraton Sonoma Wine Country Petaluma

Hampton Inn Petaluma, Ca has accommodations in Petaluma. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking throughout and is located 14 miles from Mission San Francisco Solano. Napa Valley Wine Train is 25 miles from the hotel, while General M G Vallejo Home is 14 miles from the property. Charles M. Schulz Sonoma County Airport is 25 miles away.

Hampton Inn Petaluma, CA

Located in Petaluma town center, Hotel Petaluma, Ascend Hotel Collection was built in 1923. Downtown shops, restaurants, entertainment, and the Phenix Theater are less than 1 minutes’ walk away. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Rooms at Hotel Petaluma, Ascend Hotel Collection include a TV with cable channels, coffee machines, radios, and ironing facilities. The private bathroom with toiletries. The 24-hour front desk is available on site. Petaluma Adobe State Historic Park is 4.7 mi away from Hotel Petaluma, Ascend Hotel Collection. Sebastiani Vineyards &amp; Winery and Ravenswood Winery are within 30 minutes’ drive away. Napa Valley is 47 mi away.

Hotel Petaluma, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Located in Petaluma, 14 miles from Mission San Francisco Solano, Courtyard by Marriott Petaluma Sonoma County provides accommodations with a fitness center, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant. Featuring a bar, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The hotel features a spa center and a concierge service. Guest rooms at the hotel are equipped with a seating area and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. All rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Guests can use the business center or relax in the snack bar. Speaking English and Spanish, staff will be happy to provide guests with practical guidance on the area at the reception. Napa Valley Wine Train is 25 miles from Courtyard by Marriott Petaluma Sonoma County, while General M G Vallejo Home is 14 miles away. Charles M. Schulz Sonoma County Airport is 25 miles from the property.

Courtyard by Marriott Petaluma Sonoma County

Best Western Petaluma Inn offers accommodations in Petaluma. Each room is equipped with a TV. Each room is fitted with a private bathroom. Bodega Bay is 24 miles from Best Western Petaluma Inn, and Santa Rosa is 14 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Oakland International Airport, 43 miles from Best Western Petaluma Inn.

Best Western Petaluma Inn

Motel 6 Petaluma features an outdoor pool and rooms with cable TVs. The motel is 1.7 miles from Petaluma Village Factory Outlets, providing a variety of discount shopping options. Park Inn by Radisson, Petaluma 6 offers comfortable rooms with free local calls. The pet-friendly Motel 6 Petaluma has a 24-hour front desk and guest laundry facilities. Sonoma State University is 5.2 miles from Petaluma’s Motel 6. The motel is 10 minutes' drive from Foxtail Golf Club and Scandia Funland, offering arcade games and mini golf.

Park Inn by Radisson Petaluma

The Quality Inn hotel in Petaluma, California is located at the gateway to the Sonoma Wine Country. This Petaluma, CA hotel is close to NASCAR racing at Sonoma Raceway, beach combing at Bodega Bay, shopping at the Petaluma Village Premium Outlets and hiking at Point Reyes National Seashore. Enjoy wine tasting in the Sonoma Valley, only 10 miles east of the hotel, and the Napa Valley, 25 miles to the east. San Francisco is 45 minutes south of the hotel. Sonoma State University and the Petaluma Adobe State Historic Park are less than seven miles away. The Charles M. Schulz Museum and Research Center is also close by. Historic downtown Petaluma, with quaint boutiques, art galleries and antique shops, is one mile from the hotel. Also close by is Lagunitas Brewing Company, Mrs. Grossman's Sticker Factory, Rooster Run Golf Course and Sonoma Valley Portworks. Guests of this hotel will have an amenities like a hot, fresh, healthy breakfast featuring waffles, scrambled eggs and bacon. Free local calls are also offered. The hotel offers seasonal outdoor heated pool and the hot tub that is open year-round. Guests are provided with free wireless high-speed Internet access and access to fax services. All guest rooms come with DIRECTV on 32-inch flat-screen interactive televisions with over 150 channels, of which close to 70 are in high definition. Refrigerators, coffee makers, irons and ironing boards are also included. A gift shop and coin-operated laundry facilities are located on the property.

Quality Inn Petaluma - Sonoma

Featuring 3-star accommodations, Home2 Suites By Hilton Rohnert Park Sonoma County is located in Rohnert Park, 24 miles from Mission San Francisco Solano and 12 miles from Luther Burbank Center for the Arts. Featuring a 24-hour front desk, this property also has a restaurant and a year-round outdoor pool. Krug Event Center is 24 miles away and Sonoma Plaza is 24 miles from the hotel. The rooms at the hotel are equipped with a TV with cable channels and a kitchen. All guest rooms at Home2 Suites By Hilton Rohnert Park Sonoma County feature air conditioning and a desk. Safari West is 18 miles from the accommodation, while General M G Vallejo Home is 24 miles away. Charles M. Schulz Sonoma County Airport is 15 miles from the property.

Home2 Suites By Hilton Rohnert Park Sonoma County

Residence Inn by Marriott Novato Sonoma is located in Novato, within 21 miles of Mission San Francisco Solano and 25 miles of Golden Gate Bridge. Featuring a business center, this property also provides guests with a grill. The hotel has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness center and a 24-hour front desk. The rooms is fitted with air conditioning, a fridge, a microwave, a coffee machine, a bath or shower, free toiletries and a desk. At the hotel, rooms come with a private bathroom with a hairdryer. Buffet and continental breakfast options are available at Residence Inn by Marriott Novato Sonoma. Ghirardelli Square is 28 miles from the accommodation, while Lands End is 28 miles from the property. Charles M. Schulz Sonoma County Airport is 34 miles away.

Residence Inn by Marriott Novato Sonoma

Located 5 minutes from Scandia Funland Family Fun Center and the Rohnert Park Spreckels Performing Arts Center, this pet friendly motel features an outdoor pool and Wi-Fi internet. The rooms at the Rohnert Park Motel 6 include expanded cable TV and air conditioning. Local calls are free. Rohnert Park Motel 6 offers a 24-hour front desk and coin laundry facilities. Sonoma State University is a 5-mile drive from Motel 6 Rohnert Park. Downtown Santa Rosa, California is 10 minutes from the hotel.

Motel 6 Rohnert Park, CA

Located in Rohnert Park in the California Region, 18 mi from Bodega Bay, Oxford Suites Sonoma - Rohnert Park features meeting and banquet facilities. Each room is equipped with a flat-screen TV. Certain units include a seating area to relax in after a busy day. Every room includes a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer. Santa Rosa is 5.6 mi from Oxford Suites Sonoma - Rohnert Park, while Napa is 24 mi from the property. The nearest airport is Oakland International Airport, 52 mi from Oxford Suites Sonoma - Rohnert Park.

Oxford Suites Sonoma County

Located in Sonoma Valley, the Lodge at Sonoma Resort, Autograph Collection offers a variety of beauty treatments at the full-service "The Spa at The Lodge". Wit &amp; Wisdom by Michael Mina features fresh local cuisine and an award-winning wine list. All guest rooms feature a flat screen TV with cable channels and premium pay-per-view movie channels, a coffee machine, a refrigerator, and free WiFi. Cottages offer a fireplace and a spacious seating area. The resort features an outdoor heated pool and a hot tub. The Lodge at Sonoma also includes a fitness center, which offers classes such as yoga, and a concierge desk with local information. Benicia's Kitchen offers a Latin American inspired cuisine for breakfast. The Lodge at Sonoma is 1.5 mi from Sonoma State Historic Park. The Cellar Door is within a 5 minute walk from the resort.

The Lodge at Sonoma Resort, Autograph Collection

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Women should wear knee-length, midi, or tea-length dresses, or elegant jumpsuits/separates. For Women:Dresses: Hemlines should generally be around the knee or midi (tea-length). Avoid floor-length gowns (too formal) and mini-skirts (too casual).Alternatives: A dressy pantsuit or a sophisticated jumpsuit is perfectly acceptable.Fabrics: Opt for silk, chiffon, velvet, or high-quality blends.Accessories: Heels, chic wedges, or dressy flats, paired with a clutch bag.Men are expected to wear a tailored suit—typically dark for evening—with a dress shirt,, and optional tie. For Men:Suit: A tailored suit in navy, charcoal, or dark grey is the standard.Shirt: Crisp button-down dress shirts.Tie: Optional depending on the venue, but recommended for weddings.Shoes: Leather oxfords, brogues, or loafers.General Tips:Seasonality: Choose lighter colors/fabrics for daytime or summer, and darker, heavier fabrics for evening or winter.Avoid: Jeans, sneakers, t-shirts, and beachwear.

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Malachiyah & Justin

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