A SERENDIPITOUS MEETING

Two individuals, both Franco-Americans with deep connections to the city of Nice, might logically expect to cross paths in that very place they hold dear. You might envision a chance encounter during a stroll along the sun-kissed Promenade des Anglais, a rendezvous over an ice cream at the famed Fenocchio, or perhaps an introduction orchestrated by mutual friends or family. Any of these scenarios would appear far more probable than the actual serendipity that unfolded – a meeting in Cancún, of all places.

In the summer of 2022, amidst a myriad of potential opportunities for an encounter, Agnès and Jean-Christophe's paths converged during Jean-Christophe's vacation at Club Med Cancún. Agnès, who at the time was overseeing the luxury segment of the resort, was invited to celebrate a colleague's birthday – a colleague who, unbeknownst to her, happened to be the roommate of Jean-Christophe during his tenure at Club Med Punta Cana.

A spark between them ignited amid a day celebrating with friends outside the resort – a day filled with an unexpected amount of jungle paintball. Their connection deepened throughout the week, as they shared dinners and stories, creating a bond that defied geographical distance. While the future remained uncertain, destiny had already begun weaving its threads.

Three weeks later, Jean-Christophe made a journey back to Cancún to reunite with Agnès, and within a month, Agnès made a life-changing decision. She turned down an enticing opportunity to work in the Maldives and embarked on a journey that took her, along with all her worldly possessions packed in two suitcases, to the shores of California, a place she had never been before.

Their love grew, as they spent much of the next year exploring the Golden State, taking small trips across the US, and even revisiting Europe. It became increasingly evident to Jean-Christophe that Agnès had become an integral part of his life, a part he couldn’t see a future without, and so he began formulating a plan to propose. The opportunity presented itself when they began organizing a return to Europe for a few weeks in the summer of 2023.

On the 4th of July, in the charming town of Montalcino, Jean-Christophe took a heartfelt and momentous step. He knelt before Agnès and, in that picturesque setting, Agnès joyfully accepted his proposal, marking the beginning of a new chapter in their lives.