Flight

Route to Castle

Florence is served by a single, relatively compact airport known as Amerigo Vespucci Airport. The next nearest airport option is Galileo Galilei Airport in Pisa. Nevertheless, on occasion, it may prove more convenient to choose air travel to Rome, followed by a high-speed train journey to Florence. Anticipate a 45-minute drive from the city center of Florence to Pelago. To ensure timely check-in, consider exploring various transportation options, including buses, taxis, or car rentals.

Hotel

Castello Di Ristonchi

We are so excited to welcome you to our stunning venue, Castello di Ristonchi in Tuscany, Italy! Ristonchi Castle is a rustic, 1,000-year-old medieval castle surrounded by olive groves and a forest of chestnut trees and wild edibles.  It's not a regular hotel - it's a CASTLE! There won't be daily cleanings, but all of the basics will be provided for you, such as clean sheets, towels, pillows, blankets, toilet paper, soap and shampoo.  The furnishings are typical Tuscan style, and some of the bathrooms are small and quirky, but that's the fun of staying in an old castle. When you wake up you know you are in Tuscany!  There is heating in winter, but no air conditioning in summer. The thick stone walls and fresh mountain breeze should keep you comfortable, or there is a fresh mountain spring water pool that will definitely do the trick!  There are limited paid laundry services as well as a steamer service for your wedding attire. There is a bar and small shop where you can buy coffee, drinks, ice cream and snacks. The castle is secluded so please bring everything special (like medication) you'll need for the weekend with you. We will also be providing a packing list to help get you started!

Travel Note

Packing List

Italian adapters and converters Ceremony attire Swimming suit Sunscreen Sunglasses Sandals and slippers Toothpaste and toothbrush Hairdryer/Straightener/Curling Iron (don’t forget a converter!) Hair, skin and makeup products Hand washing laundry detergent if doing laundry Mosquito repellant and after bite cream Copies of your passport Medical information and medication list Medication for allergies (bee stings) Small first aid kit Small sewing kit, (for last minute issues) Comfortable shoes (if you plan on walking or hiking) Sweater/Light Jacket/Wrap (please be sure to check the weather) Camera/Cell Phone/Memory Card (don't want to miss the beautiful moments) Euros and credit cards Refillable water bottle (the castle has access to fresh mountain water)