FAQs

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DO I NEED A PASSPORT?

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Absolutely! You’ll need a valid passport to attend—and it must be valid for at least six months beyond your expected return date. If your passport is set to expire soon, please renew it. And if you don’t yet have one, we strongly recommend applying as soon as possible.

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HOW DO YOU RECOMMEND WE GET TO TUSCANY?

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There are many ways you can travel from the US to Tuscany. We recommend you take a look at the travel page for flight and train options.

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WHEN SHOULD I ARRIVE?

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Our wedding weekend kicks off on Friday, 8/7, so please arrive by 3 pm to celebrate with us.

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WHEN WILL THE BRIDE AND GROOM ARRIVE?

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Lauren and Craig are planning on flying into Rome on 8/3 and staying in Florence from 8/4-8/6. We’ll be heading out to the venue on 8/7. We would absolutely love for you to join us for some rooftop celebrations prior to the weekend. We strongly recommend that our guests stay in Florence the night of Thursday, 8/6, so we can help with arranging transportation directly from the Hoxton in Florence to the venue on Friday, 8/7, prior to the welcome party and check-in.

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WHERE WILL THE BRIDE AND GROOM BE STAYING IN FLORENCE?

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We will be staying at the Hoxton: https://thehoxton.com/italy/florence/ Please note we do not have a room block, but the hotel does offer a discount if you book multiple rooms. More information can be found on their website.

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WHAT IS GOING ON ON 8/6 IN FLORENCE?

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We are looking to meet up a dinner and rooftop drinks for the guests who will be in town on 8/6. If you'd like to attend, please reach out to the bride and groom.

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WHATS THE BEST WAY TO GET TO AND FROM BORGO CORSIGNANO?

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We recommend staying in Florence on the night of August 6, as it is the closest major city to Poppi. Transportation can be booked using the link below for August 7, prior to check-in and the welcome party: https://www.btour.it/the-wedding-knot/ If you prefer to drive, that is absolutely fine as well. Parking will be available on site at the resort for your convenience. Please let us know if you have any questions.

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HOW CAN I BOOK A SHUTTLE FROM FLORENCE TO POPPI?"

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If you plan to stay in Florence on Thursday, August 6, and would like to be included in the wedding shuttles departing from The Hoxton Hotel to our venue. Shuttles can be booked using the link here: https://www.btour.it/the-wedding-knot/ *** Please note the bride and groom will not be covering the cost of the shuttles***

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HOW DOES THE ROOM BLOCK WORK?

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The resort has been booked exclusively for the wedding weekend from Friday, August 7th, through Monday, August 10th. There are a number of suites and houses on site to choose from. To reserve your room, please contact the bride and groom. Check in on August 7th between 2-6 pm Check Out August 10th, by 10 am To reserve your accommodations, please reach out to the bride and groom directly: lauren.cipperly@gmail.com or craig.socie.jr@gmail.com Total Cost: $1,750 per room This covers your full stay for the wedding. To make it easy for everyone, we’re offering a simple 3-part payment plan: Payment Amount Due Date Deposit (1/3) $583 October 15, 2025 Second Payment (1/3) $583 January 15, 2026 Final Payment (1/3) $583 May 15, 2026

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WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENT ROOM OPTIONS?

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The venue has suites and a variety of houses ranging from 2-4 bedrooms. The bride and groom will be staying in Casa Lupo and ask that you take a look at the website and decide where you would like to stay. A site map can be found on the travel page. Rooms will be on a first-come, first-served basis, but don't worry! Each is special, and all of our guests will have a great place to stay for the wedding weekend. If you wish to do a villa with another party please let us know and we can arrange. To arrange your stay, please reach out to Lauren and Craig.

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HOW MANY NIGHTS DO I NEED TO STAY FOR WITH THE ROOM BLOCK?

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The bride and groom have reserved Borgo Corsignano from 8/7-8/10 for our guests exclusively, so we ask that you stay the three nights.

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WHEN DO I NEED TO BOOK THE ROOM BY?

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The bride and groom ask that you let us know if you will be staying on site by 10/01/2025.

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HOW DO I PAY FOR MY ROOM?

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We can accept payment either via check, Zelle, or Venmo made out to Craig. Zelle: 717-314-4281 Venmo: @Craig-Socie Please reach out with any questions!

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CAN I GO TO BORGO CORSIGNANO BEFORE THE ROOM BLOCK STARTS?

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Unfortunately, no. The venue is not available before our room block starting on 8/7/26. We encourage our guests to spend a night in Florence on 8/6 to celebrate early with the bride and groom and travel together to the venue the morning of 8/7. If you are interested in this, please reach out to Lauren and Craig, and they'll be happy to share more information.

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HOW WILL I BE PAIRED IN THE VILLA IF IT'S MORE THAN ONE BEDROOM

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We invite you to talk with other guests invited to see if you'd like to stay together in any of the villas. We absolutely will not pair you with someone you do not know! If you prefer a single room, please let the bride and groom know.

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IS THERE AC IN ALL OF THE VILLAS AND ROOMS

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Yes, the venue just installed new units so you’ll be nice and cool!

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IS THERE AN ONSITE RESTAURANT AT THE RESORT?

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No, however, we will have catering for breakfast (included in your stay), lunch, and dinner outside of our wedding events, so you will not go hungry! We do recommend bringing snacks or anything special you might want with you, as all villas have kitchens and places to prepare food should you wish to do so. There is also a small market on site that will have snacks, wine, and other goods that you can pick up. The town of Poppi has restaurants as well and is a quick drive away. If you have any dietary requirements or allergies, please contact the bride and groom.

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CAN WE STAY SOMEWHERE OTHER THAN BORGO CORSIGNANO?

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You're welcome to stay wherever you please, but we would love for you to join us since the resort will be exclusively for our guests. All of our wedding events will be held on-site. Other places to stay in the area include: Fattorie di Celli- our hotels sister hotel located a short drive away https://fattoriedicelli.it/en/contatti/ Borgo I Tre Baroni – Spa Suites & Resort: https://itrebaroni.it/en/ Via Roma 33 - https://www.viaroma33.com/en/ There are also short-term rentals available via Airbnb. Please set your search radius for Poppi, Italy.

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WHATS THE DRESS CODE FOR THE WELCOME PARTY

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For our Welcome Party, the dress code is Semi-Formal, polished yet relaxed, and perfect for a festive Italian evening. For gentlemen, we suggest a suit or blazer with dress pants (no tie needed). For ladies, think cocktail dresses, chic midis, or a dressy jumpsuit. Lightweight fabrics and fun, summery colors are warmly encouraged. Kindly note that we ask guests to avoid wearing white. Dress to feel stylish and comfortable, and come ready to sip, mingle, and kick off the wedding weekend in celebration!

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WHAT IS THE DRESS CODE FOR THE WEDDING?

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We’re so excited to celebrate with you and kindly ask that our wedding attire be Black Tie. For gentlemen, this means a classic tuxedo with a black bow tie, formal shirt, and dress shoes. For ladies, a floor-length gown is traditional, though an elegant midi or formal cocktail dress is also welcome. Think timeless, elevated, and ready for a beautiful Italian evening. We know some of you may be mindful of the Tuscan weather — which is exactly why we’ve chosen a later ceremony time, when the day begins to cool and the light turns golden. Our hope is that you’ll feel both comfortable and glamorous as we gather to celebrate. We can’t wait to see everyone dressed to the nines for what promises to be a magical night.

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ARE CHILDREN INVITED TO THE WEDDING?

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While we absolutely adore your little ones, our wedding celebrations will be adults-only, with the exception of the children participating in our wedding party.

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DO I NEED EUROS?

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Yes, we recommend planning ahead and obtaining euros from your local bank, as it is typically more cost-effective in the U.S. than at airport exchange counters. However, currency exchange is also available at the airport if needed.

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DO I NEED A PLUG ADAPTER?

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Yes, you should for sure bring adapters. You can find them on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/European-Adapter-TESSAN-Adaptor-Electrical/dp/B0D9Q5LFC8/ref=asc_df_B0D9Q5LFC8?mcid=cab7923073e33fbba7b55a8d796bedcd&hvocijid=1451342319333884706-B0D9Q5LFC8-&hvexpln=73&tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=721245378154&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=1451342319333884706&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9198132&hvtargid=pla-2281435180258&psc=1

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WHEN WILL THE BRIDE AND THE GROOM BE LEAVING TUSCANY?

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We will be leaving the day of our checkout on 8/10 and traveling back to Florence and onto Capri. We invite whoever to join us for our travels post-wedding!