Travel

Travel Note

Lodging

Where to Stay (and With Whom) Hosting a wedding in Venice is a little different than most places, and that’s part of what makes it special. Venice is made up of small neighborhoods and boutique properties, and accommodations tend to fall on either end of the spectrum. Because of this, traditional hotel room blocks for a group our size often require booking an entire property and can be restrictive. Instead, we recommend looking at Airbnbs, small guesthouses, or shared apartments so you can find what works best for you and your travel style. If you’re interested in coordinating with other guests to share a place or split costs, let us know. We’re happy to help connect people and will share updates along the way so you know where friends and family are staying. Our hope is that you can experience Venice on your own terms, with company when you want it and flexibility when you don’t. We suggest exploring options in both Burano and Venice. Burano Burano is connected to Mazzorbo by a footbridge, making it an easy 10–15 minute walk between the two islands. It’s a great choice if you’re looking for a calmer, more relaxed stay. Accommodations tend to be a bit more approachable, and the island itself is full of charm, with colorful homes, small bakeries, cozy restaurants, and local lace shops around every corner. Venice Staying in Venice puts you right in the heart of it all. Travel between Venice and the islands is simple by water bus or private water taxi. This is a great option if you’re traveling with a larger group or want to fully immerse yourself in the city. Get lost in the narrow streets, linger over long meals, and stop on a bridge just because the view feels right. No matter where you stay, we know it will be a memorable trip. If you’d like suggestions for other cities to visit while you’re here, feel free to text either of us. We’ll be staying in Venice and spending time around Taverna Remer, which will be our unofficial home base.

Travel Note

Flights

It is possible to fly directly into the Venice airport; however, most of our guests will experience connecting flights. If you are new to international travel, we suggest picking a flight with a domestic layover instead of another European country. We've created a list of travel suggestions for each of our major cities below. Remember that traveling internationally for an event can be tricky! Lost baggage is a risk you take if you choose to check a suitcase. We recommend packing in carry-ons only and combining dresses and suits into the same dress bag. Getting from the Venice airport into the city requires boat travel. We recommend treating yourselves and organizing a private water taxi ahead of time. For a more cost effective plan, look into the water bus schedule. If you fly into another city and then plan to take the train to Venice, the train station is in the city. There will be no need for boat travel. FLIGHT SUGGESTIONS — Baltimore: - United direct flight from IAD to Venice - Delta flight from BWI to Venice, with a layover in Atlanta San Antonio/Austin: - Delta flight from SAT to Venice, with a layover in Atlanta - American flight from AUS to Venice, with a layover in DFW Seattle: - Alaska direct flight to Rome, then train to Venice - Delta flight to Venice, with a layover in Atlanta Boston: - Swiss Air and Aer Lingus have really great fares right now, but you'll encounter an international layover Orlando: - United flight to Venice, with a layover in Dulles New York: - Delta direct flight from JFK to Venice - United direct flight from Newark to Venice - United flight from LGA to Venice, with a layover in Dulles

Travel Note

Navigating Venice

Navigating Venice is a bit of an adventure! We recommend limiting your luggage. Cobblestone streets and an array of stairs and footbridges add an extra challenge when hauling that big, American suitcase. Please download Google Maps! Apple Maps will do you a disservice in Europe. We recommend getting familiar with Google Maps features ahead of your trip. It will give you step by step navigation to find your hotel, you can look up the local water bus schedule, and public transportation delays are logged quickly. Google Maps will be your best friend as you navigate between European cities. Don't be afraid to use public transportation! It's there for you! Buses, trains, and light rails can get you all across Italy. Of course, we understand the luxury of hiring a private car or boat (and encourage you to splurge at least once), but we encourage you to get out and explore because affordable transportation is more readily available than you think. Take a gondola ride at least once! It will be pricey as this is prime tourist season. You will probably need a reservation in advance. But when else are you going to get the chance to do so? You will get lost in Venice. But instead of getting frustrated, stop at the next square and have a spritz. Then, do it again. We'll make sure you make it to the wedding :)