Journal
Notes on Planning a Wedding in Sicily
The Complete Guide to Planning a Destination Wedding in Sicily
An overview of what actually goes into planning a wedding in Sicily from abroad, and where to find the detail on each part of it.
Planning a Sicilian Wedding From Abroad
Most couples I work with plan their Sicily wedding from thousands of miles away. Here's how that actually works.
How to Vet a Sicilian Wedding Vendor When You Live Somewhere Else
What I actually look at when deciding whether a vendor is right for a couple planning from abroad.
The Legal Basics for US Citizens Marrying in Sicily
Civil versus symbolic ceremonies, the Nulla Osta, and general information on legally marrying in Italy as a US citizen.
Planning a Wedding Weekend, Not Just a Wedding Day
When guests fly in from abroad, a Sicilian wedding is really a multi-day event. Here's how the logistics actually work.
Design Is More Than What Shows Up in Photos
Why wedding design starts with the venue, the guest experience and what actually matters to you, not the moodboard.
Is Sicily Cheaper Than Amalfi, Lake Como or Tuscany?
Why the most famous Italian wedding destinations often cost more for a comparable experience, and where Sicily fits in the comparison.
What Does a Wedding in Sicily Actually Cost?
An honest look at what drives the cost of a Sicily destination wedding: guest count, season, venue type and what actually moves the number.
Is a Wedding Planner Worth It for a Sicily Destination Wedding?
An honest answer, including when a planner genuinely isn't necessary and when the distance and the paperwork make one worth the cost.
Can We Have Music Late at a Sicily Wedding Venue?
How Italian noise curfews and the SIAE music permit actually work, and who really sets the cutoff time.