Planning your wedding in Italy – the basics

I know, having so many outlets have made me a terrible blogger from this platform. I promise once the 2014 season is over (mid-October) I will be back on a weekly posting schedule and you will be able to read more of my past posts again, as well.

In the meantime, I thought I’d round up a few of my most useful posts for you, especially if you’re beginning to plan your wedding in Italy for 2015! So here’s a few answers to the most common questions I get asked:

I love Tuscany, but what about other locations in Italy? Is there anywhere as nice to get married?

Of course there is! Italy features an incredible variety of splendid locations, from seaside resorts to snow-topped Alps, going through luxuriant Umbria. Find out more reading this.

Can we dine outside? I mean, Italy is always so sunny…

Er, I wouln’t say “always”. In fact, chances are that if you’re travelling from California you might be used to much more sun than we are. I wouldn’t want to scare you off, but you might want to read this piece before you set too high expectations about weather in Italy!

Speaking of dining… I’m baffled by the endless varieties my caterer sent to me, what do you suggest we include in our menu?

You can find some info about the typical italian wedding menu here, with a few insights in how to choose your own. If you get a chance to visit before the wedding a tasting is also a great option for making up your mind on what to pick.

What about entertainment at the wedding? Any idea?

Well, yes, a few here. Basically you could have anything from a band to a full on theatrical company. My advice is always to look at the scope of your wedding making sure you don’t overwhelm your guests.

Any other questions you didn’t find answered here? Please write them in the comment section below, I’d be happy to write a post about it.

Happy planning in the meatime!