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Editorial I think it was Einstein who said that simplifying something is a very difficult thing to do. (If not, he should have said it!) Planning a wedding is not rocket science; however, planning a destination wedding with a language barrier is a challenge! Italy is one of my most favourite places in the world for magical destination weddings; fairy-tale towns of cobbled streets lined with storybook buildings, amazing food (and wine!), fabulous people, breathtaking scenery and wonderful weather. I am fortunate that as a destination wedding planner I get to visit it often! Over the last couple of years I have spent oodles of time making the planning process as simple as possible for weddings to Italy. I hope this magazine helps to make the planning process easier for you. Italy is very much worth the effort; you won’t be disappointed! Enjoy! Rosie The Wedding Planner
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CONTENTS Pg 6
Legals for Weddings in Italy
Pg 10
Sample Prices
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Weddings in Tuscany and Italy
Outline of everything you need for a legally binding civil or church wedding in Italy.
Outline of costs of a church and civil ceremony and wedding services.
My most popular destinations, samples of venues, how to price your wedding and suggestions.
Pg 24 & 34 Real Weddings in Italy
Get a flavour of what’s ahead for you!
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Understanding your Wedding Menu Wedding banquets in Italy are a big affair! This will help you understand what to expect.
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Samples of Rosie Weddings I plan weddings in Italy for 2 to 400! To give you an idea of where you can go and what I can do for you, have a look at these real life sample wedding plans!
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Park Hotel ai Cappuccini The Park Hotel ai Cappuccini is a skilfully restored 17th century monastery. Set in a secluded location, yet only a stone’s throw from the historic centre of the beautiful medieval town Gubbio. The Park Hotel ai Cappuccini is a felicitous integration of ancient spaces combined with modern comforts. Surrounded by its own park, the hotel is the ideal place for your wedding party.
Villa Benveduti A luxury country residence built in the second half of the 18th century, today Villa Benveduti is perfectly restored. It was once the summer residence of the aristocratic Benveduti family. This magnificent house, decorated with precious frescos, with its stylish elegance is set in a beautiful park and is the perfect setting for wedding receptions. HOTEL & VILLA CONTACT: Park Hotel ai Cappuccini Via Tifernate 06024 Gubbio - PG - Italy Tel. +39 075 9234323 Fax +39 075 9220323
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The Legal ‘Bits’ Required for Civil Ceremonies in Italy Civil ceremonies are performed by mayors or other authorised officials of the Italian state. There is no residency requirement in Italy; however, in many locations you are required to sign a Declaration of Intention to Marry two to five days prior to your marriage ceremony. These proceedings are in Italian, so unless you are fluent in Italian, an approved interpreter will be required.
Traditionally, civil weddings in Italy had to be performed inside a town hall to be considered legally binding. These town halls are extraordinarily beautiful historic buildings. (See the following two pages of photos of just a sample of the town halls in one region alone!)
Can I Get Married Outdoors? There are a limited amount of outdoor locations that are permitted to hold legally binding wedding ceremonies. However, the good news is that the number of outdoor civil wedding locations in Italy is growing. It is now possible to have legally binding outdoor ceremonies in some private castles and villas with stunning gardens and views overlooking the sea along the Amalfi Coast or the
lake district in Northern Italy. Some local authorities have started to purchase properties that have gorgeous areas for outdoor wedding ceremonies. If you have your heart set on having your wedding ceremony outdoors in a location that is not permitted, you could say your legal vows at the town hall and then have a symbolic ceremony outdoors in a stunning location near or at your reception venue. Alternatively you could look after the legals before you leave your home country and then have a full symbolic ceremony outdoors in Italy. Rosie The Wedding Planner’s team is very creative and we will ensure you have the wedding of your dreams, so do contact us!
In order for your marriage to be celebrated in Italy the following documents will be required a minimum of one month prior to your arrival: • Original or certified copies of your long form birth certificates. • Nulla Osta (the civil letter of freedom to marry) which can be obtained, depending on your nationality, from your consulate or Department of Foreign Affairs (Irish passport holders). • Photocopy of bride and groom’s passports. • Photocopy of passports of your two witnesses ,with details of their marital status, occupation and place of residence. If either the bride or groom has been previously married the following documents will also be required: • Certified copy of previous marriage certificate(s). • Original divorce (decree absolute) or death certificate(s) of previous spouse(s). • If either party had a name change, the original deed poll will be required. • Should the names on any documents differ, a solicitor’s letter will be required. Please note: This is a guide. Procedures above may change or vary depending on nationality. Documents and residency requirements are subject to change. Please check with your Italian Embassy for a full list of required documents.
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The Legal ‘Bits’ Required for Catholic Weddings in Italy A Catholic Wedding Ceremony can only be celebrated in a Catholic church in Italy (as with most other countries). It can be celebrated between members of different faiths provided one partner is Catholic. A Letter of Dispensation is required from your local parish priest and bishop to marry a non-Catholic and also to marry in another parish/country. For a Catholic wedding in Italy you need the same paperwork as listed for Civil Ceremonies PLUS the following documents will be required a minimum of one month prior to your arrival: • • • • •
Baptism Certificate Confirmation Certificate Certificate of Pre-Marriage Course Religious Nulla Osta from your bishop Letter of Dispensation from your parish priest
Religious documents are only valid for six months and must be in the parish in Italy at least 30 days before the wedding day. Humanist, Blessings & Vow Renewals If you wish to have a blessing in Italy and the civil marriage in your own country this can be arranged. There is no required paperwork for this as it is not a legally binding ceremony.
Rosie’s Suitcase Wedding Package for
Church or Symbolic Wedding Ceremonies
• Catholic or symbolic ceremony • Booking and fees of the church or venue • Catholic priest or symbolic ceremony celebrant • Assistance with paperwork • Wedding witnesses if necessary • Bouquet for the bride and boutonniere for the groom • Marriage certificates • On-site wedding planner to supervise the event • Personal coordinator to assist you through the planning of ceremony • Booking of the accommodation and transfers • Coordination fees, taxes and service for all the above included
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€1,400
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CASTLE OF LARI TOWN HALL
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CASTLE OF LARI TOWN HALL
Rosie’s Suitcase Wedding Package for
Civil Weddings in Italy Includes:
• Booking fees • Mayor or civil registrar to perform the ceremony in Italian • English-speaking interpreter as required by law • On-site wedding planner to supervise the event • Assistance with paperwork legal requirement • Consular fees • Wedding witnesses if necessary • Bouquet for the bride and boutonniere for the groom • Marriage certificates • Personal coordinator to assist you through the planning of ceremony with unlimited email and phone correspondence • Booking of the accommodation and transfers • Coordination fees, taxes and service for all the above included
From
€1,500
Rosie’s Suitcase Wedding Package for
Expected Costs of Additional Services
• Hairdresser - Salon Service €150 • Hairdresser - Hotel Service €280 • Make-up Artist - Salon Service €50 • Make-up Artist - Hotel Service €90 • Music for the ceremony; – 1 musician €300 – 2 musicians €500 – 3 musicians €700 – 4 musicians €900 • Photo Service (up to two hours’ Digital Photos – more than 100 shots provided on a CD) €500 • Photographer additional hours €200
Weddings In Tuscany & Umbria
Tuscany and Umbria's romantic countryside offer the biggest and most diverse range of wedding locations and venues in Italy. Rolling hills bursting with sunflowers, olive groves, vineyards. Pretty towns and hilltop hamlets that offer an abundance of pretty churches, historic wedding halls and beautiful private villas to suit intimate wedding parties of 2 to 400. Most villas have their own pool, a choice of indoor or outdoor dining areas and gorgeous locations for an outdoor wedding c e r e m o n y. S u c h a s t h e V i l l a Podernovo: it has beautiful outdoor spaces for ceremonies and dining or you could have your ceremony at the
ruin of San Galgano Abbey and Montesiepi Chapel with the 'Sword in the rock. While Tuscany is home to some of Italy’s best-loved towns including Florence, Siena and Pisa, Umbria is the green heart of Italy and has some of the most amazing medieval towns such as Assisi and Orvieto. It is one of the few regions in Italy that is not touched by the sea and yet it boasts one of Italy’s largest lakes: Lake Trasimeno. Best time of year for a wedding in Umbria and Tuscany: April through October.
Umbria is a pleasure to visit as castles seem to appear out of nowhere perched on a hill town and every town has a magnificent main square with a church or cathedral. As Umbria is one of Italy’s more secret gems its prices for weddings can be very favourable when compared with other regions. Italy prides itself on its amazing architecture and some of the ancient buildings have been tastefully restored into beautiful hotels and wedding venues. Such as the Park Hotel ai Cappuccini which is a skilfully restored 17th century monastery. Set in a secluded location, yet only a stone’s throw from the historic centre of the beautiful medieval town Gubbio.
Another highly recommended, perfectly restored venue in the same area is Villa Benveduti, which was a luxury country residence built in the second half of the 18th century. This magnificent house, decorated with precious frescos, was once the summer residence of the aristocratic Benveduti family and is now available for weddings! Airports for Tuscany and Umbria: Pisa, Florence and Rome (for south Umbria). Rosie The Wedding Planner’s team know 100s of gorgeous villas and venues throughout Tuscany and Umbria for weddings of all sizes. Here’s a sample of some of them!
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HOW TO PLAN YOUR WEDDING IN 5 MINUTES! • Decide if you want a civil or church ceremony. Note down the price of the package. • Pick the services you might want. Note down the prices. • Pick your wedding venue and note the rental and price per guest for the meal. • Multiply the price per person by the number of your guests. • Add them together and you have a good idea of what your Rosie wedding will cost! • Fill out my enquiry form to get an accurate quote!
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Villa in Chianti TUSCANY TUSCANY
Briefly: Sleeps: 67 (apartments) Town: In Florence
Wonderful renaissance villa nestled in the Chianti area, just a few minutes from the centre of Florence, with its own restaurant and accommodation. More photos on next page!
This villa can be rented exclusively for you and your guests for three days. Reception: Wedding meal including aperitif and starters, two first courses, one main course, wedding cake, espresso, equipment and table service. Starts from €110 per person, wines not included. Accommodation: Price per person per night: starting at €90. Two Swimming Pools, Tennis Court, Mountain Bikes, Fully Equipped Gym, Wellness Centre, Playground, Billiards and Table Tennis. Other accommodation near this villa from €30 per person.
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Agriturismo in Reggello TUSCANY
Briefly: Sleeps: 30 (self-catering) Town: Florence (3 miles)
A recently restored farmhouse complex of immense beauty, situated in the centre of a commercial farm that produces excellent wines, oil and honey.
RENTAL FOR WEDDING:
Exclusive use of the venue for the wedding day €1,800. Includes one night of accommodation in the venue for max 30 persons. Use of the hall and gardens only for the wedding day €900. Reception: Personalised menu with aperitif, starters, two first courses, one main course, local wines, mineral water, liquors, coffee. From €75 per person - table service From €45 per person - buffet service Accommodation: Self-catering apartments €40 per person per night
Village in Siena TUSCANY
Briefly: Sleeps: 32 (self-catering) Town: Siena (8 miles)
On the summit of a hill lies this antique rural village of restored and furnished small holiday conversions. Attached to the main Villa, there is a pre-roman church. Being a little village, the entire place can be rented for your wedding, including the church for your ceremony. PRICE GUIDE: RENTAL:
Included in the price if you rent all the apartments available in the property for 3 nights Reception: From €75 per person - table service From €45 per person - buffet service Personalised menu with aperitif, starters, two first courses, one main course, local wines, mineral water, coffee. Accommodation: Price per 32 guests in self-catering apartment per night: €1,450 (Minimum stay 3 nights)
Castle in Chianti TUSCANY
Briefly: Sleeps: Self-catering and B&B available. Town: Florence (1 hour away)
This castle is nestled on the famous Chianti vineyards, about one hour by car from Florence. The castle and the gardens can be rented exclusively for your wedding day. More photos on next page! PRICE GUIDE: RENTAL FOR WEDDING DAY:
€3,270 Reception: From €75 per person - table service From €45 per person - buffet service Personalised menu with aperitif, starters, two first courses, one main course, local wines, mineral water, liquors, coffee Accommodation: Self-catering apartments From €40 per night per person Hotel Rooms B&B From €55 per night per person
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Real Weddings Romantic Wedding in Tuscany A Wedding For Two. In Tuscany. An intimate wedding ceremony. Photo shoot in Florence. Champagne. A historic villa. Roses and pearls.
Wanted: Wedding in Italy for Two Who: Anna and Jonathan From: Texas, USA To: Florence Photographer: Vincenzo Errico
Understanding Your Wedding Menu Italians love food and one of the reasons people love Italy is because of their food! A sumptuous banquet of lots of dishes is the centre of all Italian family gatherings. Each region has its specialities and every mama in Italy seems to have a signature dish that you have to try when visiting their home. In some regions of Italy a wedding meal can be 13 courses or more! So whether it’s seafood in the South, pizza in Naples, peasant food in Puglia (the most gorgeous food I have ever tasted), limoncello in Amalfi, or ice cream in Florence, should you choose to have your wedding in Italy there is one thing you will not have to worry about and that is the quality and quantity of food in your wedding banquet. So here is what to expect for your wedding banquet: Aperitivo (Cocktail hour or bubbly and canapés) A typical wedding reception starts with the aperitivo, which is cocktail hour. This usually consists of drinks served in the gardens, with canapés left on tables or available from waiters who walk among the guests with trays. The canapés are bite-sized nibbles such as cherry tomatoes, olives, mini quiches, salami, prawns, cheeses, etc. Cocktail hour is usually a standing affair, so guests can mingle while the final formal photos are taken. And strangely enough the cocktail hour goes on for about an hour!
Antipasti (Starter) When your guests are called for dinner and seated they will be served a variety of two or three appetisers on the same plate. This could be bruschetta, stuffed mushroom, smoked meat or salmon, or a local delicacy. This is followed by the first course: Primo Piatto (First course) Usually this is a dish based on pasta, risotto or ravioli and is followed by the main course or ‘second plate’.
Secondo Piatto (Main course)
Banquets end with an espresso coffee served with traditional Confettata all’Italiana (Sugar Almonds).
Usually a fish or meat dish and this is where you could include a local speciality. Beef, pork, lamb, and guinea fowl are popular. Chicken and rabbit are not usually served for wedding meals. This course is served with a side dish (contorno) of vegetables, roast potatoes or a salad.
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Sorbetto (Sorbet) A sorbet is served to cleanse the palate and prepare your guests for the next mouth-watering course! Sorbets can be alcoholic or non-alcoholic. I’d recommend a Prosecco or lemon sorbet! Dolce (Dessert) Italy has fabulous desserts, with ice cream being a speciality of course! The Wedding Cake Western-style tiered cakes a re a v a i l a b l e i n I t a l y ; however, why not have an Italian wedding cake. They are not only great looking, but delicious too! They could be puff pastry or delicate sponge cake layers filled with cream and other fillings that reflect the region. For instance, around the Amalfi Coast wedding cakes are flavoured with lemons and limoncello.
A Note: The sample menus Rosie The Wedding Planner bases wedding quotes on start from a four-course menu and can be completely customised for you. A Tip: If DIY-ing your wedding banquet at a villa use a professional wedding planning catering company such as Real Party who have years of experience and know how to add the umph factor to a wedding! É viva gli sposi!
Real Weddings Romantic Wedding in Italy A big family celebration. On the northern coast of Italy. A church wedding ceremony. Reportage style photography.
Wanted: Big Family Wedding Who: Maura and Luca To: Genoa Photographer:
Claudio Beduschi
Coastal: Amalfi Coast, Sicily, Sardinia, Puglia City: Rome, Florence, Siena, Milan, Venice Countryside: Tuscany, Umbria Lakes: Como, Garda
What Will My Wedding Cost? Samples of Rosie Weddings in Italy A wedding for two or 400. Ceremony only or a wedding week. All-inclusive or minimal. Here are some real wedding plans I have created in the past to give you an idea of what I can do for you! All proposals are created individually so just ask and I’ll create one for you!
Villa Cortine Palace Hotel at Lake Garda - Civil ceremony at the Villa Cortine Palace Hotel, Lake Garda
- Ceremony on the terrace of the castle, overlooking the lake - Mayor or officer of the registrar to perform the ceremony - Translator as required by law - Marriage certificates - Full assistance with paperwork legal requirement - Bouquet for the bride and boutonniere for the groom - Basic centrepieces for the reception tables -‐ Wedding reception at the Villa Cortine Palace Hotel for 25 adults - On-site wedding planner to supervise the event -‐ Personal coordinator to assist you through the planning - Booking of the accommodation and travels - Coordination fees, taxes and service for all the above included
Price €6,950
Wedding at the Luxury Beach Resort in Taormina, Sicily - Symbolic ceremony at the luxury beach resort in Taormina - Celebrant to perform the ceremony in English - Resort Fee for use for the ceremony and reception - Bouquet for the bride and boutonniere for the groom - Wedding reception for 42 adults and 17 children including welcome cocktail and starters, 2 first courses, main course, Prosecco for the aperitif, Spumante for the toast - Table centrepieces - Wine with dinner - Wedding Cake - On-site wedding planner to supervise the event - Personal coordinator to assist you through the planning - Coordination fees, taxes and service
â‚Ź14,000
Catholic wedding in Positano - Catholic ceremony performed in Positano - Booking and fees of the church - Catholic priest to perform the ceremony in English - Assistance with paperwork religious requirement - Marriage certificates - Bouquet for the bride and boutonniere for the groom - Basic centrepieces for the reception tables - Wedding reception at the villa for 40 adults - Exclusive use of the villa for the wedding reception - Hairdressing & Make-up for bride at the hotel - Guest shuttle bus from the hotel and the villa to the church - On-site wedding planner to supervise the event - Personal coordinator to assist you through the planning
â‚Ź20,500 The price includes the accommodation for up to 16 guests for 3 nights
Catholic Wedding Package In Rome - Catholic Ceremony - Booking and fee of the church for the ceremony - Catholic priest to perform the ceremony in English - Marriage certificates - Assistance with paperwork - Bouquet for the bride and boutonniere for the groom - Photo Service (up to 2 hours Digital Photos) - Hairdressing & Make-up for bride - hotel service - Private car service to and from the church - 3 nights’ B&B at 4 star Hotel – Vatican City area - On-site wedding planner to supervise the event - Personal coordinator to assist you through the planning - Coordination fees, taxes and service included
â‚Ź3,850
Catholic Wedding on the Amalfi Coast
Catholic Wedding on the Amalfi Coast - Catholic ceremony (church within walking distance of villa) - Assistance with paperwork - Marriage certificates - Bouquet for the bride and boutonniere for the groom - Centrepieces for the reception tables - Wedding reception at Hotel Villa for 70 adults - Exclusive use of Villa Eva until 2.00am - Hairdressing & Make-up for bride at the hotel - Full-time photo service, pictures in DVD high resolution - DJ from 9.00pm to 2.00am - Wedding Cake - On-site wedding planner to supervise the event - Booking of the accommodation - Coordination fees, taxes and service
€17,800
Wedding in Tuscany -‐ Symbolic ceremony at the Villa Vignamaggio near Florence - Celebrant to perform the ceremony in English - Bouquet for the bride and boutonniere for the groom -‐ Outdoor BBQ style/buffet wedding reception for 70 adults - Hall for exclusive use for dancing until 2.00 am - On-site wedding planner to supervise the event -‐ Personal coordinator to assist you through the planning - Coordination fees, taxes and service for all the above included
€12,000
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Wedding Package at Castle of Duchi - Booking and fees of the wedding hall - Mayor or civil registrar to perform the ceremony in Italian - English-speaking interpreter as required by law - On-site wedding planner to supervise the event - Assistance with paperwork legal requirement - Marriage certificates - Bouquet for the bride and boutonniere for the groom - Four hours’ photo service in CD/DVD - Wedding reception for 80 adults at the Castle of Duchi - Wedding cake and dinner wine - Flowers and decorations, centrepieces and candles - DJ set for after dinner, background music during the dinner - Hairdressing and make-up for the bride - Personal coordinator to assist you through the planning - Coordination fees, taxes and service
â‚Ź16,200
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