Wedding Day

IFAK, Kimihurura

Religious Ceremony

Serena Hotel

Reception

Soirée

Our Wedding

Roger’s Version:I feel like we’ve always known each other. We were Facebook and then Instagram friends. So finally in 2021 I decided to reach out. I slid in her DMs as the kids would say. I commented on her story … and when I realized she lived in Ottawa, I suggested we grab a drink the next time I was in town. I did end up in Ottawa a few weeks later and we had our first date. Daisy’s version:When he says “we’ve always known each other” he means that in 2012 when I first got to Canada and staying with family friends we went to visit his family. And his mom called him to come down and hang out with the young guest, “ngwino uganirize umwana”, she said. He was nice, gave me his Facebook so I could reach out if I had any problems. I went home that day with a huge crush, my sister who was there that night made fun of me when she saw me stalking his facebook page, she laughed and said that I would probably never see him again. And she was wrong, guess who ended up sliding in my DMs 9 years later… Roger:OK so back to 2021. We had a great first date and now I was the one with the huge crush, but I might have scared her off as I started planning visits to Ottawa. So we didn’t get into a relationship right away. Instead we kept in touch and saw each other once or twice a year for next couple of years. Daisy:But this was good because we got to really know each other with less pressure. And I made a friend… Roger:Yes, and we let that grow until one of our visits in 2024 finally felt a little different. I think she finally let her guard down. And I'm so happy she did 😊 because its been an amazing journey since then. The Proposal:There were two things I knew I wanted in the proposal. It could not be public (she not so subtly hinted at that any time we saw one on Instagram) and I wanted it be as much of a surprise as possible.But the more I thought about it the more I realized it would be nice to have her friends and family involved. I found a way to do all of those things. So that’s how Daisy ended up being proposed to in sweat pants in a random hotel room I had decorated earlier that day when she thought I was at my friends place. We then got dressed up for what she thought was her cousin’s birthday but was really an engagement celebration.

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Getting to Kigali

All international guests fly into Kigali International Airport (KGL). Book early. December is peak holiday season, fares climb and seats fill fast. We recommend booking ASAP. Airlines serving Kigali: &gt; RwandAir &gt; Brussels Airlines (via Brussels) &gt; KLM (via Amsterdam) &gt; Qatar Airways (via Doha) &gt; Ethiopian Airlines (via Addis Ababa), &gt; Turkish Airlines (via Istanbul) &gt; Kenya Airways (via Nairobi)

Getting there

Where to stay in Kigali

We've gathered options for every budget and style. Kigali is compact and easy to get around, so most are a short drive from our reception at the Kigali Serena Hotel (Kiyovu). Best value tip: if you want the most for your money, especially as a couple, family, or group, look at the Apartments &amp; Villas section further down. You often get more space for less than a hotel room. Note: hotel prices are per night in USD; apartment prices are approximate and vary with dates.

Hotels

Our reception venue!5-star · Kiyovu · 0 min · From $125–300/night Stay where the celebration is. Elegant rooms, pool, spa, central. The easiest logistics on the wedding night.

Kigali Serena Hotel

Iconic 4-star · Kiyovu · ~3 min · From $120–390/night A legendary Kigali landmark with lush gardens and a famous poolside terrace.

Hôtel des Mille Collines

Luxury eco-boutique · Kiyovu · ~5 min · From $100–277/night Kigali's first solar-powered hotel — heated saltwater pool, spa, and the beloved Heaven Restaurant. Sister property Heaven Boutique offers the same charm for less.

The Retreat by Heaven Boutique Hotel

Kiyovu · ~8 min · From $90–130 Bright and modern, famous for its rooftop infinity pool. Reliable, central, great value.

Onomo Hotel Kigali

Remera · ~20 min · From $63–100 Charming modern boutique hotel with a Mediterranean restaurant, near BK Arena.

Luma & Lua Boutique Hotel

1 bedroom Kagugu neighbourhood, from $65

Arthills Boutique Hôtel

Apartments & Villas

Prefer Airbnb? Search live listings on airbnb.com and booking.com Individual rentals come and go, so browse live options for your dates in these neighborhoods (roughly $60–185/night for the whole place): Kibagabaga, Nyarutarama, Kimihurura, Gacuriro, Kagugu, Kiyovu Look for: backup power/generator · fast wifi · secure, gated compound with parking · A/C or good ventilation · Superhost + recent reviews · free cancellation. Here are a few examples:

2–4 bed · Nyarutarama · from ~$130–220 — best for groups (booking.com)

Elizabeth Golf Apartment

2-bed deluxe · Nyarutarama · from ~$95 (booking.com)

Rose Garden Private Apartment by Link

Rebero · from ~$90 for 2 bedroom apartment— hilltop city views (booking.com)

Eagle View Lodge Residence Gratia

2 bedroom apartments in Kibagabaga, from $75 (airbnb)

Jabo Suites

Accommodation

While in Kigali

Kigali is clean, safe, green, and full of warmth. A few of our favorites: &gt; Kigali Genocide Memorial: moving and important; a meaningful few hours. &gt; Inema Arts Center: local contemporary art and a lovely garden bar. &gt; Kigali Car-Free Zones: Kigali is famous for being walkable and green. The city centre has a permanent pedestrian zone (the Imbuga City Walk), lined with cafés and greenery, lovely for a stroll. The city also hosts Car-Free Days (typically the first and third Sunday mornings of each month), when major roads close for walking, cycling, and fitness. A fun, very local way to experience Kigali.

Where We Love to Eat & Drink

Kigali's food and café scene is wonderful. Some of our favorites: &gt; Boho Eatery (relaxed, great for brunch and a casual bite)&gt; Pili Pili (lively spot famous for its panoramic city views and pool)&gt; Kultura&gt; Poivre Noir&gt; Le Petit Chalet&gt; Siloe Café Bistro (Also worth a visit: Question Coffee and Repub Lounge for Rwandan cuisine.)

Make a Trip of It (beyond Kigali)

Since you're traveling this far, consider extending your stay: &gt; Gorilla trekking : Volcanoes National Park; a once-in-a-lifetime experience. &gt; Lake Kivu : beaches, boat rides, and sunsets in Rubavu or Kibuye. &gt; Nyungwe Forest : a canopy walk high above the rainforest.

Things to Do

Coming Soon

The Days Around the Wedding (optional &amp; casual , details to come) Wed, Dec 23 – Sat, Dec 26 — welcome gatherings &amp; activities (to be announced) Christmas Day — Party info to be announced later... Mon, Dec 28 onward — relaxed hangouts; optional New Year's celebration

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Tux vs. Suit: What's the Difference?

We kindly invite our guests to dress in formal attire for the ceremony and reception.As we celebrate in Rwanda, we warmly welcome and encourage guests who would like to wear traditional or cultural formal attire from their own background — please wear what makes you feel your best. We trust your good judgment.A few gentle guidelines:Gentlemen: suit and tie, tuxedo, or traditional formal dressLadies: floor-length or cocktail gown, or traditional formal attirePlease avoid white, ivory, or cream

Daisy & Roger

Daisy & Roger

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