The itinerary
A schedule, day by day. Times in Italy local. Click any address for a map.
Hotel check-in
Drop bags, grab keys, take five on the terrace.
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Reception speaks English. Concierge can hold luggage if you arrive before 3pm.
Reception speaks English. Concierge can hold luggage if you arrive before 3pm.
Late lunch at Chez Black
Beachfront pasta, the kind you eat with the sound of waves.
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Spaghetti alle vongole is the move. Reservations under 'Kane'.
Spaghetti alle vongole is the move. Reservations under 'Kane'.
Welcome aperitivo
Spritz, olives, and a slow look out at the Tyrrhenian. We'll meet on the hotel terrace just after sundown.
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Smart casual. Bring a layer — it gets breezy after dark.
Smart casual. Bring a layer — it gets breezy after dark.
Sunrise swim
Optional, but the water is best before the boats wake up.
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Towels are at the hotel beach gate. Coffee at the bar afterwards.
Towels are at the hotel beach gate. Coffee at the bar afterwards.
Boat day · Li Galli & Capri
Private skiff out to the islets. Bring a hat. Limoncello on the way back, naturally.
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Swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, cash for the captain's tip.
Swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, cash for the captain's tip.
Dinner at Da Vincenzo
Family-run, bumpy walk uphill, worth every step.
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Order the gnocchi and whatever fish is on the chalkboard.
Order the gnocchi and whatever fish is on the chalkboard.
Rehearsal dinner
Long table under the lemon trees. Family-style antipasti, fresh pasta, and toasts that may run long.
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Garden formal — closed-toe shoes, the terrace is cobbled.
Garden formal — closed-toe shoes, the terrace is cobbled.
Hair & makeup
Bridal party only. Coffee and pastries provided.
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Suite 304. Light breakfast — save room for the reception.
Suite 304. Light breakfast — save room for the reception.
Buses to Ravello
Two coaches departing the hotel lobby. Don't be late.
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Bring something for the cliffside breeze — even a wrap.
Bring something for the cliffside breeze — even a wrap.
The wedding
Ceremony at six, reception until late. Dress code: garden formal, sensible shoes for the cliffside.
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Buses leave the hotel at 5:00pm sharp. Don't be late.
Buses leave the hotel at 5:00pm sharp. Don't be late.
Recovery brunch
Slow morning. Cornetti, cappuccino, and exactly zero plans.
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Train to Florence
Frecciarossa from Naples Centrale. Window seats on the right for sea views.
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Lobby pickup at 8:30am. Train tickets in the shared Apple Wallet.
Lobby pickup at 8:30am. Train tickets in the shared Apple Wallet.
Coffee at Ditta Artigianale
Best espresso in Florence, full stop. Stand at the bar like a local.
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Cash or card both fine. €1.50 at the bar, €4 if you sit.
Cash or card both fine. €1.50 at the bar, €4 if you sit.
Uffizi, slowly
Pre-booked entry. Two hours, three rooms. We are not trying to see everything.
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Bag check is mandatory. No big backpacks.
Bag check is mandatory. No big backpacks.
Lunch at All'Antico Vinaio
The Schiacciata sandwich. Yes, the line is long. Yes, it's worth it.
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Get the 'La Favolosa.' Eat it on the curb like everyone else.
Get the 'La Favolosa.' Eat it on the curb like everyone else.
Sunset at Piazzale Michelangelo
Walk up the hill. Watch the city turn gold. Bring a bottle.
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30-minute walk from the river or take bus 12/13. No food at the top.
30-minute walk from the river or take bus 12/13. No food at the top.
Bistecca alla fiorentina
The big one. Reservations made. Bring an appetite.
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They only do rare-to-medium-rare. Don't ask for well done.
They only do rare-to-medium-rare. Don't ask for well done.
Train to Venice
Frecciarossa to Venezia Santa Lucia. Then a vaporetto from the station.
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Vaporetto Line 1, ~25 min to San Marco. Buy passes at the station kiosk.
Vaporetto Line 1, ~25 min to San Marco. Buy passes at the station kiosk.
Burano day trip
Vaporetto out to the painted-house island. Lace shops, lunch, lazy.
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Line 12 from Fondamente Nove, ~45 min each way. Bring a hat.
Line 12 from Fondamente Nove, ~45 min each way. Bring a hat.
Aperitivo at Skyline Bar
Rooftop with a 360° view of the lagoon. Spritzes before the cicchetti crawl.
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Top floor of Hilton Molino Stucky. Take the free shuttle from Zattere.
Top floor of Hilton Molino Stucky. Take the free shuttle from Zattere.
Cicchetti crawl
Small bites and ombra at three different bacari in Cannaregio.
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Cash-only at the smaller bars. Bring €40 each.
Cash-only at the smaller bars. Bring €40 each.
Last gondola, last spritz
Sunset ride, then somewhere quiet to toast the trip.
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Negotiate the gondola price before you board. €80 is fair, €100 is the ceiling.
Negotiate the gondola price before you board. €80 is fair, €100 is the ceiling.