Krystal and Ajay

Ajay Mesuria, a CPA, and Krystal Patel, a pharmacist, met online. They became friends and gradually fell in love. The couple dated for a year before tying the knot in November 2017. The duo traveled to meet each other almost every alternate weekend from Washington, DC, to Houston.

Ajay popped the question to Krystal on a surprise trip. He told Krystal that they would be visiting his cousins. Early in the morning, the couple set out on a private hot-air balloon ride over Scottsdale. They had a freshly cooked southwestern breakfast with custom-made wine. In the background, Krystal’s favorite songs were playing.

The proposal was adventurous and romantic. They hiked to the Grand Canyon, went to one of the farthest rocks that had a panoramic view of the national park. The beautiful day coupled with the breathtaking view of the Grand Canyon was the backdrop of Ajay’s proposal. He went down on one knee and asked Krystal to marry him. Ajay arranged for a photographer to capture the moments.

After the trek, the couple told informed family and friends and celebrated with a special dinner at El Tovar inside the Grand Canyon.

The bride wore a red and gold lehenga from Traditions by Kresha. Bollywood music played during the wedding. Meanwhile, the ballroom transformed into a palace with light pink, ivory, and gold theme with candlesticks and rose centerpieces for the reception. The bride wore a royal blue and gold lehenga by the same designer from Tampa.

Ajay and Krystal designed a customized guest book with photos of their special moments. “Don’t let the stress of planning get in the way, make sure to enjoy with your guests and let vendors and planners take care of the rest,” Krystal advises couples.