Our first date went down at a Gordon Ramsay pub by the river in Limehouse, London — because if you're going to test romantic potential, you might as well involve good beer and celebrity-level standards. Maria arrived first (on time, composed). Ricardo made his entrance with full confidence and zero hesitation — skipped the polite greeting phase entirely and went straight in for a kiss. Bold move. Surprisingly effective. A few beers in - and their very first shared plate of padrón peppers - they were deep into conversations about tattoos, travel, and their bold plans about life. The chemistry was obvious, the banter was strong, and the decision was unanimous. They left separately — but only technically — both fully aware this was not a one-date experiment but the start of something far more permanent.

Our first trip together took us to the stunning Lago di Como — a perfect mix of romance and adventure. Travelling with Ricardo is never boring: Ubers? Standard hotels? Not our style. We hunt down hidden gems and experiences most people completely miss. We cruised the lake by boat, lingered over lunch at a charming lakeside restaurant, and Maria even took the plunge into the crystal-clear water. Between laughter, little adventures, and quiet moments by the water, we left knowing one thing for sure: travelling together is always going to be ridiculously fun… and occasionally a little wild. Ps.: On our way back, our flight was cancelled and we had another adventure finding a place to sleep and a different route home.

Our proposal story started exactly the way many of our best adventures do — with Ricardo planning a surprise and Maria being told only what to pack. The destination stayed secret right up until the boarding gate — where Croatia was finally revealed. While waiting at Gatwick airport, Ricardo casually mentioned wedding rings. Naturally, Maria responded by opening her laptop and showing him the exact ring she wanted. Plot twist — Ricardo had already bought that very same ring, with expert help from Marina. With the surprise officially too good to delay, he proposed right there in the airport. Yes — the original master plan involved a Croatian sunset. But in true us-style fashion, the real moment was spontaneous, perfectly timed — and absolutely unforgettable.

After a whirlwind of unforgettable trips and bold decisions, we arrived at our greatest adventure yet. Surrounded by our absolute favourite people in the magical, wintery streets of Prague, we finally said 'I do'. From the lively pre-wedding pints in Old Town to the stunning ceremony at Lobkowicz Palace and the epic celebrations that followed, it was a weekend that perfectly captured our story—filled with overwhelming love, brilliant laughter, and just the right amount of beautiful chaos.