Travel Note
Accommodations at the main hotel will be available for guests on a first come, first served basis (based on RSVPs). For those who would prefer more space, the suites available through the hotel are a 5 minute walk away in the town of Artimino.
Travel Note
The closest airport to the hotel is Florence. From there, you can rent a car and drive 30 minutes to the venue. Alternatively, you can fly into Rome, take the train to Florence (~2.5 hrs) and drive from there. Other nearby airports and their drive times: - Pisa (~50 mins) - Bologna (~70 mins) We recommend the smallest rental car you can find as European roads can be unforgivingly narrow (ask Jon about this!) but make sure your suitcases will fit. Depending on flight schedules, we may help coordinate vans from the Florence airports.
Travel Note
For those interested in traveling before or after, we've put together a few itinerary ideas below. Florence Must-Eat: Truffle pasta at Osteria Vini e Vecchi Sapori Must-See: Michelangelo's David Sip: Negronis at a rooftop bar overlooking the Duomo. Chianti Must-Taste: Wine tasting at a local vineyard, Bistecca a la Fiorentina. La Oficina de La Bistecca in Panzano Must-See: Castellina in Chianti, with its charming medieval streets Sip: Bold reds at Castello di Verrazzano (they've been making wine since 1170 – they know their stuff) Montalcino (where we got engaged) Must-Eat: Wild boar ragu and bistecca at Re di Macchia / Gustibus for incredible casual food Must-See: The rolling hills of southern Tuscany. The town of Pienza is famous for Pecorino (and smells like it… in the best way) Sip: Brunello di Montalcino - The king of Tuscan wines Cinque Terre Must-Eat: Fresh seafood pasta at a beachside trattoria (pasta by the sea just hits different). Must-See: Monterosso’s colorful cliffs and winding streets. Sip: Local Sciacchetrà dessert wine – sweet and strong, just like your favorite wedding guest. Amalfi Coast: Dolce Vita Detox Must-Eat: Lemon risotto at a seaside restaurant (when life gives you Amalfi lemons… you know what to do). Must-See: Positano’s colorful cliffside houses and the clear blue waters of Marina Grande. Sip: Limoncello, obviously. Extra points if you sip it with a sea view. Lake Como: Laid-Back Luxury Must-Eat: Fresh lake fish paired with a crisp white wine. Must-See: Villa del Balbianello - a movie star of a villa (it’s been in James Bond). Sip: Prosecco at a lakeside cafe No matter which path you choose, remember: your only job is to eat, drink, and soak up la dolce vita. You’ve earned it.