FAQs

We recommend booking a two-night stay from 9 to 11 September 2026, checking out on the morning of the 11th. This will allow you to arrive in time for the pre-event, which will take place close to the wedding venue in town, and enjoy the full wedding day without having to travel late at night after the celebrations.

Unfortunately, no — the small number of rooms at Tenuta Savoca (the wedding venue) have already been distributed.

That would be Piazza Armerina. It’s just 10–15 minutes from Tenuta Savoca, the wedding venue, making it the most practical place to stay. Three of our recommended hotels are located in this town: Hotel Villa Romana, Hotel Gangi, and GH Hotel. Each one is also a night-bus drop-off point.

We’ve picked four hotels in and around Piazza Armerina, along the night bus route: Tenute Leano, Hotel Villa Romana, Hotel Gangi, and GH Hotel. Tenute Leano is just outside town (about an 8-minute walk from the wedding venue) and is the first night bus stop before it turns towards Piazza Armerina. The other three hotels are right in town and perfect for guests who want an easy ride home.

Not at all. They’re just our “plug-and-play” options, because the night bus stops right outside. You’re free to choose any hotel, B&B or Airbnb in Piazza Armerina. Just aim for somewhere close to one of the drop-off points if you want to make use of the night bus, so your walk home is short and safe.

The sooner, the better. September is a busy month in Sicily, and we expect friends and family flying in from around the globe. Booking early means less stress and better choices.

It’s not that they’re actually full — many Sicilian hotels just don’t release online bookings until closer to the date. That’s why sites like Booking.com, or even the hotels’ own websites, may look blocked out. The trick? Email the hotel directly (addresses are listed on their sites). You’ll often get a confirmed reservation before the online systems catch up.

Nope. Besides these four, the bus also stops at Piazza Armerina Centre, which makes it easier if you’re staying somewhere more central.

Yes, you can stay wherever you like — but the night bus won’t follow you there. If you book outside town, you’ll need your own way back after the party.

Tenuta Savoca is a charming 19th-century villa set in the countryside, just outside Piazza Armerina — about a 10–15 minute drive from the town centre.

Yes, there’s plenty of space for cars.

Sadly, no, unless you’re one of the few staying in the rooms on-site. Everyone else needs to drive their car out once the party’s over.

Best to plan ahead — nominate a designated driver, schedule a cab, or hop on the night bus instead.

No — the night bus is optional. It’s just the easiest choice if you’re staying in Piazza Armerina, but you can absolutely use a taxi, hotel transfer, or designated driver (or whatever else can transport you) instead.

Departures begin at midnight and continue every hour until the party is truly over.

The route starts at Tenuta Savoca and includes:

Tenute Leano (first stop & U-turn)

Hotel Villa Romana (second stop)

Piazza Armerina Centre (third stop)

Hotel Gangi (fourth stop)

GH Hotel (fith and final stop)

Nope — the night bus is completely free and requires no booking. Just check the timetable (once it is live) and hop on.

It depends on where you’re staying. The night bus only stops at the four hotels recommended in the Accommodation Guide, as well as in the town centre. Click here to see the details about the drop-off points.

It depends on where you are staying. The closest drop-off point is only two minutes away, and the farthest is a maximum of 15 minutes away. Click here to see the details about the drop-off points.

Not unless you want to. We’ve arranged free night buses running hourly from midnight — so if you’re staying in Piazza Armerina, you’re covered. If you’re outside town, though, you’ll need to pre-book a taxi or organise a driver.

Not really. After midnight, taxis are almost impossible to find — so we don’t recommend counting on an easy, spontaneous booking. Your options are taking the night bus, pre-booking a cab beforehand, designating a driver in advance, or driving back in a sober state yourself.

Most hotels and B&Bs are happy to organise late-night pick-ups. It’s worth asking when you book your room.

The night bus only stops at designated locations in and around Piazza Armerina. If your accommodation is farther away, you will need to arrange for a taxi to meet you at one of the stops, or book a direct transfer from your place of stay.

Absolutely! If you’re in a small group, sharing makes late-night transport cheaper and easier.

No. Apps like Uber aren’t reliable in this area, especially late at night. Stick with local (pre-booked) taxis or hotel-arranged drivers.

Yes! Dogs are absolutely welcome 🐶 Kids are just as welcome, too. If your little troopers are joining (as in, kids), please mention them in your RSVP so we can plan accordingly.

Yes, Tenuta Savoca has plenty of outdoor space where dogs can wander around. Just keep them on a lead during the ceremony to ensure everyone (including them) stays relaxed.

If you’re bringing your dog, there are a few things to keep in mind.

You’ll need to organise your own arrangements for the full stay — especially for after the party, as the night bus and most late-night transfers aren’t pet-friendly. Make sure you have a plan for how your dog will get back to your accommodation and where they’ll settle for the night.

Also, the dancing part of the evening can get a bit loud, so if your dog is noise-sensitive, it might be a good idea to book accommodation close by. That way, you can easily bring them back after the ceremony or dinner and return to the party without a long trip.

Finally, do not forget checking with your hotel or Airbnb to confirm they allow pets, as policies vary quite a bit in the area.

Yes — very! Tenuta Savoca is spacious, outdoors, and relaxed, which makes it a great place for kids to run around and enjoy themselves. Just keep in mind that it is a countryside venue, so a pair of comfy shoes and a little supervision here and there will go a long way.

Only if you prefer. The wedding is casual and outdoors, so kids tend to have a great time. However, if you would like a babysitter for part of the evening, you can plan for that.

Absolutely not! The most important thing is that you're there. We realise that we're asking a lot by asking you to travel to celebrate with us. Also, we're getting married on a Thursday rather than at the weekend, which may cause further inconvenience to some of you.

Nevertheless, if you would like to give us a wedding gift, we would gratefully accept a contribution towards our honeymoon expenses, placed in an envelope. Due to limited space, we kindly ask you to refrain from bringing heavy or bulky gifts, as we will have to travel back to Malta.

Yes — we’ll have a dedicated box for envelopes.

Of course, but only if you genuinely want to. Just message us and we’ll happily share our address.

We’ve organised everything connected to the wedding itself — the ceremony, dinner, dancing, and the pre-event (“Sip Happens: Meet, Eat & Mingle”) the night before. We’ve also arranged night buses after the wedding to get everyone safely back to town, and we’ve blocked rooms at Tenute Leano for guests who want to stay extra close to the venue.

Pretty much everything else — your flights, accommodation (unless you want to stay at Tenute Leano, then contact Joanna), transport to and from Sicily, and getting around while you’re there.

Yes! Just resubmit the form with your updated details, or drop us a quick message before 28 February 2026, and we’ll update it for you. No judgment if you’ve just realised your holiday plans (or babysitter!) changed.

Nope — it’s all part of the same form. You’ll see a question about joining the ‘Sip Happens: Meet, Eat & Mingle‘ get-together as you go through it. One form, one click, one less thing to forget.

Plus-1s are meant for romantic partners, so everyone has a chance to bring someonespecial. We’re keeping it to partners only, to keep things consistent and the event feeling abit more intimate.

We'll release all the updates about five months before the wedding, around April 2026. At that time, you will find all the practical details you may still be waiting for, including the full wedding program with ceremony and dinner times, the final pre-event details, and the night bus timetable and confirmed drop-off times.

Right here on the wedding website.