Place

Hotel

Castello Di Ristonchi

The entire 20th Anniversary celebration will be held at Castillo di Ristonchi. The venue has 24 apartments with a total of 27 bedrooms, 13 semi-private (walk through) rooms and 29.5 bathrooms. There are a total of 63 beds. 80 guests maximum. We will do our best to have every family have their own space; however, there is a possibility some may need to share accommodations - depending on how many guests attend. We are still working out the costs but we will have more information as soon as we get the RSVP. The basics are provided: clean sheets, towels, pillows, blankets, toilet paper, soap, shampoo. There are no laundry facilities onsite. The castle staff can set up an ironing/steaming station for anyone needing to iron their clothes during their stay. Meals are provided and there is a bar and small shop where you can buy coffee, drinks, ice cream and snacks. Some events are open bar and at others we’ll provide wine and beer with additional beverages available for purchase. Please do not bring outside food or beverages, but please do bring a reusable water bottle. The castle strives to be sustainable and there is fresh spring water available right out of the tap. There is no pharmacy, grocery or convenience store nearby. Please bring anything you absolutely need. Please let us know if you would prefer to stay outside the venue and we can help coordinate an alternative location - at your costs. Optional excursions: There will be opportunities for optional excursions outside the castle, as we get closer to the date, we can discuss different options. These optional excursions will be at an additional cost.  

Flight

Florence, Italy (FLR Airport Code)

✈️ The nearest airports are: Florence (40km), Pisa (115km), Bologna (120km). Although farther away, flying into Rome and taking a train to Florence is another option. You can travel to Florence from Pisa via train which are very frequent and take approximately 1 hour. please share your itinerary with us when you have finalized your travel plans.

Shuttle

Florence, Italy

July 25, 2025 1:00 pm - 2:00 am

We want you to relax and safely enjoy this adventure with us so we arranged for transportation. There will be a shuttle picking us up at the Florence Airport on check-in day (7/25) and back to the airport after check-out (7/28). Easily accessible for all your guests – There is a tram from Santa Maria Novella train station that goes directly to the airport for only 2€, making it an easy transfer for anyone arriving by train. A taxi is also quick and inexpensive. Pick up location: Florence Airport to Castello What: shuttle from airport to castle When: Friday (7/25) Exact location at airport: TBD Arrival Time Start arriving to the airport by 1:00 pm in order to take advantage of the shuttle. First Shuttle leaves: 1:30 pm Second Shuttle leaves: 2:00 pm Third Shuttle leaves: 2:30 pm Departure from Castello di Ristonchi to Florence Airport When: Monday (7/28) First Shuttle leaves: 8:00 am Second Shuttle leaves: 8:30 am Third Shuttle leaves: 9:00 am

Travel Note

Additional Notes

PASSPORTS Please make sure your passport is up to date. If you need to apply/renew for a passport, it plan on needing at least three months before you travel. EXPLORING EUROPE Most guests will be taking advantage while in Europe and extend their stay. We are excited for you to explore before or after our celebration, all we ask is that you make sure you arrive to the Castle by July 25th. Feel free to reach out if you have questions or concerns when planning your own adventure. DRESS CODE SUGGESTIONS For the Ceremony - Semi-formal cocktail attire. - Light colors and fabrics: Choose lighter colors like pastels, beige, or light grey and breathable fabrics. - Comfortable footwear: Consider wedge sandals or low heels for women, and loafer or dress shoes for men The rest of your Stay - Resort-style casual OTHER THINGS TO PACK - Italian adapters and converters (3 prongs) Ceremony attire (Semi-formal cocktail attire) Keep in mind most activities will be out doors, including dinner will be on the grass. - Swimming suit - for our poolside party/bbq - Sunscreen - Sunglasses - Sandals and slippers - Toothpaste and toothbrush - Hairdryer/Straightener/Curling Iron (don’t forget a converter!) - Hair, skin and makeup products - Mosquito repellant and after bite cream - Copies of your passport - Medical information and medication list - Medication for allergies (bee stings as they have bees working hard to make honey) - 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

Travel Note

Weather at the Castle

Here is a link to keep up with the weather at the castle.