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Flight

KayakKayak

American and Delta have some great prices especially checking on Tuesday and Wednesday like other airlines. Flying into Rome or Venice will get you to the castle. Prices to fly to Trieste are similar to Venice and Trieste is only about 20 minutes away. Rome plus a fast train to Venice and then about a 90 minute or less drive East to the castle. There are many combinations. This area is extremely close to Croatia. I recommend flying at the latest, on the 21 if coming from America.

Hotel

Castello di SpessaCastello di Spessa

Everyone can stay on the premises until we run out of rooms. There is a list of rooms but the Castle has requested each person to send an email inquiry and let them know it is the Montgomery/Willner wedding, April 22-24. It has the room type and price. Breakfast is included. We will be planning some festivities from the evening of April 22, 2026 until the morning of April 24, 2026. I will list other hotels and BRBs for before or after the wedding. Please email the hotel at booking@castellodispessa.it and give them your names and how many guests will be attending. Let them know you are a guest of the Willner/Montgomery Wedding for the room discount and to please send the remaining rooms. We have a discounted block and third party bookings are not accepted. They will ask for a credit card hold, but will not charge anyone anything until two weeks before the wedding. Please reach out to us if you have any issues with the communication. It usually takes 24-48 hours for a response. I doubt you will find a less expensive price but in the event you do, please let them know and they will definitely honor it. There are already limited rooms at this time. We arranged the wedding venue to also be the resort, the hotel and the place where all wedding activities will occur before and after by design for the intimacy and connection of spending time with all of you!!! There is a vineyard, winery, spa and golf course on-site with wonderful restaurants. Most meals are included and the Castle is very reasonable by design.

Train

Italia RailItalia Rail

We have actually taken this train from Venice to the venue. It is about three hours total.

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Travel OptionsTravel Options

There is no direct shuttle service from Venice to Castello di Spessa, but you can combine public transportation or book a private car service. The most common public transport route involves taking a train from Venice to Cormons and then either a bus or a taxi to your final destination, or taking a bus from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Trieste Airport, followed by a bus or taxi to the castle. Private options include booking a transfer company like FindTransfers or hiring a private driver. Public transportation (Multi-step) Train to Cormons, then local transport: Take a train from Venezia S. Lucia or Venezia Mestre to Cormons (you may need to switch trains). From Cormons, you will need to arrange further transport, like a bus or a taxi, to Castello di Spessa, which is in Capriva del Friuli. Bus from Venice Airport to Trieste Airport, then local transport: Take a bus from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Trieste Airport. From Trieste Airport, you will need to take another bus or a taxi to Castello di Spessa. Private transportation Private transfer companies: Use a service like FindTransfers to compare prices from different companies. Book a private shuttle directly with a company like Veniceshuttle, Shared Shuttle, or other local NCC (Noleggio Con Conducente) services. These services offer door-to-door service and can be booked in advance for a private car or minivan. Summary of options Option Pros Cons Public Transportation Cheaper More time consuming, requires multiple transfers, involves walking or local bus/taxi for the last leg Private Transfer Most convenient, direct service More expensive Tips for booking Book in advance: Especially for private transfers, booking ahead of time is recommended to secure the best prices and availability. Consider a private driver: If you're a large group, a private car service may be more economical per person than public transport.

Travel Note

Transportation optionsTransportation options

There is no direct shuttle service from Venice to Castello di Spessa, but you can combine public transportation or book a private car service. The most common public transport route involves taking a train from Venice to Cormons and then either a bus or a taxi to your final destination, or taking a bus from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Trieste Airport, followed by a bus or taxi to the castle. Private options include booking a transfer company like FindTransfers or hiring a private driver. Public transportation (Multi-step) Train to Cormons, then local transport: Take a train from Venezia S. Lucia or Venezia Mestre to Cormons (you may need to switch trains). From Cormons, you will need to arrange further transport, like a bus or a taxi, to Castello di Spessa, which is in Capriva del Friuli. Bus from Venice Airport to Trieste Airport, then local transport: Take a bus from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Trieste Airport. From Trieste Airport, you will need to take another bus or a taxi to Castello di Spessa. Private transportation Private transfer companies: Use a service like FindTransfers to compare prices from different companies. Book a private shuttle directly with a company like Veniceshuttle, Shared Shuttle, or other local NCC (Noleggio Con Conducente) services. These services offer door-to-door service and can be booked in advance for a private car or minivan. Summary of options Option Pros Cons Public Transportation Cheaper More time consuming, requires multiple transfers, involves walking or local bus/taxi for the last leg Private Transfer Most convenient, direct service More expensive Tips for booking Book in advance: Especially for private transfers, booking ahead of time is recommended to secure the best prices and availability. Consider a private driver: If you're a large group, a private car service may be more economical per person than public transport.

Flight

American AirlinesAmerican Airlines

American airlines has very reasonable air fares from surrounding airports to Castello Di Spessa. Trieste is the closest airport and American has flights but book early.

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Rome2RioRome2Rio

This is a great travel website to help planning and transportation. Please let me know if you need any help.

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Itinerary of SloveniaItinerary of Slovenia

Slovenia Day 1: Castello di Spessa → Slovenia (Bled) Transport: Drive or hire a car (~€30-€50 for a day). Wine: Brda region wine tasting (often €10-€20 per tasting). Special restaurant: Hiša Franko (2 Michelin stars, about €150+ for a tasting menu). Evening: Walk around Lake Bled, boat to Bled Island. Stay: Bled (mid-range hotels ~€80-€120). Day 2: Bled → Triglav → Istria (Motovun) Transport: Continue with the car (~€30-€50 for the day). Hike: Triglav National Park (free entry; guided hikes vary, but a basic self-hike is free). Lunch: Gostilna Milka (fine dining in Kranjska Gora, not Michelin, but renowned, ~€80+). Drive to Istria (about 2.5 hours). Wine & History: Motovun—wine tasting (~€10-€20) and explore medieval town walls. Stay: Motovun (charming stays ~€100-€150). Day 3: Motovun → Pula → Rovinj Transport: Car (~€30-€50 final day). History: Pula’s Roman amphitheater (entry ~€10). Lunch: Wine & dine at Cap Aureo in Rovinj (Michelin recommended, tasting menu ~€130+). Relax: Spend the afternoon by the Adriatic Sea in Rovinj, perhaps a boat tour (~€20-€40). Stay: Rovinj (boutique stays ~€120-€180). This blend of transport, tasting, and special spots gives you the perfect historical, wine-filled, and gourmet adventure.

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Driver for hireDriver for hire

Autonoleggio Pisana - Guests can book via email at: info@vincenzopisana.com or on WhatsApp. + 39 335 52 44 370. Mr. Vincenzo Pisana - He recommends booking at least one month before arrival to secure transportation. The following quotes include VAT and vary based on distance in kilometers: • From Venice Airport to Spessa: o Sedan Car (Mercedes) - € 300,00 o Shuttle (Mercedes) up to 7 seats - € 330,00 • From Trieste Airport to Spessa: o Sedan Car (Mercedes) - € 165,00 o Shuttle (Mercedes) up to 7 seats - € 198 • From Gorizia or Cormon rail station to Spessa: o Sedan car (Mercedes) - € 99,00 o Shuttle (Mercedes) - up to 7 seats - € 154,00 If you think it would be of interest you can add: *Night services:* 10:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m. Saturday / Sunday and public holidays: +20% *Cancellation penalties after booking:* - With 48 hours’ notice: 25% of the agreed total - With more than 24 hours’ notice: 50% of the agreed total - With less than 24 hours’ notice: 100% of the agreed total *Payment terms:* - 50% upon confirmation of the services - Remaining 50% by the day before the confirmed service *Payment methods:* Credit card charge / Bank transfer