That time of the year when we are all reading comments and posts from experts about what’s in and out for the current wedding season.  It is always difficult to set a trend or to give answers to couples eager to make their destination wedding in Italy different. Many of our discovery calls start with “we want to have a relaxed wedding, or we want to have a non-wedding theme or again intimate and simple”.  Sometimes we do not have all answers immediately as 99% of the couples change their mind during the planning, once facing with more realistic dilemmas such as guests’ number, ma ..read more

A destination wedding means asking your guests not only to join and celebrate you in a foreign country, but also to face with an incredible adventure.  Imagine them travelling from so far away to reach your destination wedding venue, catching a flight, landing off a new airport, facing with a totally different climate, travelling for one hour and finally take possession of their room!  Don’t you think they will deserve a cute welcome from your side? Here there are some nice ideas to create personalized welcome packs to pamper and surprise them. MUST HAVE Itineraries of your celeb ..read more

You’re engaged! Now what? Where? And how?  A destination wedding is a great idea, but you do not know where to start. You need hints from insiders, but you also want to explore all option by yourself.   Brain overwhelmed?  Below some quick, immediate notes to keep in mind when start planning a destination wedding in Italy. Let’s focus on the wedding venue.  T0 find the perfect wedding venue in Italy, you can follow these 8 simple steps.  Let’s the journey begin! Define your preferences: start by listing your wedding’s Do’s and Don’t.  Differentiate between no ..read more

Utterly spectacular. The wedding of V&J in Pienza last June.  A moltitude of everything.  From the meticulous selection of the apetizers and cocktails to the scenographic long table overlooking the countryside of Montepulciano. A three-days of celebrations started with a casual welcome dinner with a stunning view of the worldwide famous cipress Tuscan alley, a wedding ceremony overlooking the infinity “pool” of olive groves, a flamboyant dinner among the vineyards, a lazy and relaxed pool party.  The mood: the best f***king night of their lives! (even us). Team involved ..read more

Matt & Liz decided for a destination wedding in Italy and planned with us their romantic Eloping in Lake Como!  They decided to keep it intimate and enjoy the beauties of the Bellagio.  Our team booked for them a romantic suite at Villa Vittoria near Laglio.  At her arrival Liz had her hair and make up trial to finalized all the details of her look, while Matt was exploring the pool area of the property.  After the re-cap meeting with our team everything was decided! and there was time enough for a romantic dinner before the wedding day. The morning of the wedding da ..read more

Destination weddings have almost become the new normality! It is not uncommon for a couple to consider getting married in a foreign country after the engagement party and Italy is one of the most popular countries for destination weddings in Europe. Why choosing a destination wedding in Italy? While a destination wedding in general can have all the convenience of home for equal or better value, it allows friends and family the opportunity to celebrate your big day in a very memorable way. Your guests can enjoy a mini vacation, and you can have the distinctive and unforgettable weddi ..read more

Aside from the ceremony, the second most important part of the wedding is the wedding reception.  For one special day, all your friends, family, and loved ones will sit together in your honour to eat, revisit cherished memories, and create new ones and enjoy the company! and according to us, after the selection of the wedding venue, tables set up is the second most difficult task while planning a destination wedding.   For those having a big group of guests, there is no easier way to make your celebration feel warm and intimate than with long, banquet-style reception tables. Not o ..read more

When it comes to have a destination wedding in Italy, many couples think about the most popular destination areas, such as Lake Como, Tuscany or Amalfi coast. However, there are other areas of Italy that are undeniable appealing.  All it takes a little advanced planning and smart approach. Breathe deeply and let’s go! Welcome to our SECOND part of a trilogy discussing how to manage your budget in case you decided to get married in Italy! Again, let us reassure you: it is possible to have your wedding in Italy without breaking the bank. Once clear that food and drinks are going to play ..read more

We could not wait longer to share with you the love story of Abby & Joseph. This was for sure the more romantic, intimate and relaxed wedding we organized, despite the storm flying all around and leaving us in peace for the entire day.  Where shall we start? From the venue.  An elegant boutique hotel near Pienza surrounded by the iconic Tuscan rolling hills. From the food. An incredible buffet artfully prepared from Enoteca La Torre Catering. From the flowers & décor.  Simply stunning thanks to the team of Simone Bertini. From the photos. A ginormous thank you to Oana a ..read more

It was intimate, carefree and a celebration of love and friendship. The day was perfect and was full of fun, joy and laughter for  nearest and dearest! Wedding in Florence for Jade and Ryan – 3 years of planning (with a pandemic in the middle) for a romantic, relaxed and “love is all around” wedding celebration. Thank you for giving us the chance of being your partners in crime! Pic courtesy of Alex Wysocki Photography  The post WEDDING IN FLORENCE appeared first on TheKnotInItaly ..read more