Wedding Day

Ceremony

Amadeus Ora&Amore

Reception

Our Wedding

Abby and Justin's Story

Abby and Justin met their junior year of high school through mutual friends. Justin would woo Abby with magic tricks and Abby would in turn woo Justin with an overly compassionate heart and a stiff defense on the Lady Lions varsity basketball team. There are several lifelong friends who were there the night they met for the first time who now, nearly ten years later, are celebrating their wedding in Italy.

In college they would both end up at Michigan State after being separated freshmen year while Abby was at Grand Valley State. With what was then the hardest challenge of their relationship over, they freely enjoyed the rest of their undergraduate years surrounded by friends, learning, and laughter. They would continue to grow a part of each other's families through games of up and down the ladder, holidays, and countless dinners and events.

After graduating, they moved to Denver, CO where they fell in love with the mountains and the thrill of exploring unfamiliar sites. Higher education would bring them back to family and Michigan when Abby started Physician Assistant school. They are very excited to be experiencing a new journey with all of you they care so deeply about in their pursuit to see the world, things difficult to come to..

Our Story

Photos

Wedding Party

The entire hotel will be rented out for the wedding starting Monday, 18th - Friday, 22nd. Check-in is at 2:30 pm. If you arrive early, you are invited to relax at the pool.&nbsp;Check-out is at 10 am. The cost of the hotel will be covered by the wedding couple and their respective parents! Once you RSVP, you will be assigned a room. Most rooms are doubles, and a few are single rooms. Feel free to use the link to explore the hotel’s website.Please reach out to either Justin or Abby with any questions.

How to get the hotel once in Italy?

All railway tracks lead to South Tyrol This is a great website to check out, with helpful tips on travel to South Tyrol. <a href="https://www.suedtirol.info/en/en/information/mobility-and-barrier-free-accessibility" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.suedtirol.info/en/en/information/mobility-and-barrier-free-accessibility</a>

Travel

Q + A

Things to Do

Registry

~ Breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM - 10 AM ~ Monday, May 18th, 2026: Travel DayThis day is dedicated to travel, with guests arriving at different times throughout the day. Check-in begins at 2:30 PM, Justin and Abby will be at the hotel to welcome everyone upon arrival. The hotel offers various activities, including games, table tennis, a cinema, and more, making it a perfect opportunity to relax and settle in. This will be a laid-back day spent at the hotel, but if you’d like, it’s also a great chance to explore the surrounding area of South Tyrol. We will end the day in the Cinema room for a photo slideshow at 8 PM. Tuesday, May 19th, 2026: Wine Tasting &amp; Lake KalternWe will spend the day wine tasting at some of the nearby wineries. This will be an additional cost of $146 USD per person, including a 3-course lunch, guided tour, and transportation. (Please Venmo/zelle payment to Justin: @Justin-Goodenow)Wine Tour Schedule: - 09:30 AM: Pick-up by bus at the Hotel Ora &amp; Amore in Auer- 10:00 AM: Visit to the <a href="https://www.laimburg.bz.it/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">winery Laimburg in Pfatten</a>, including a guided cellar tour and wine tasting in the famous "rock cellar"- 12:00 PM: Lunch at the <a href="https://www.seeperle.com/en/?utm_source=GoogleMyBusiness&amp;utm_medium=KlickWebsite&amp;utm_campaign=GoogleMyBusiness" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">restaurant Seeperle in Kaltern </a>by the lake (3-course menu including wine pairing)- 1:30 / 2:00 PM: Return to the hotel (approx. 15 minutes’ drive)What is included:- Bus transfer- Cellar tour with wine tasting- Lunch with wine pairing and water (any additional beverages can be ordered separately and paid on-site)- Professional guide throughout the tour To end the day, we’ll visit Lake Kaltern, around 4:30 PM, which is just a 10-minute bike ride from the hotel. Complimentary bikes will be provided by the hotel for those who’d like to ride. Wednesday, May 20th, 2026: Hike &amp; Rehearsal DinnerAfter breakfast, we will meet in the hotel lobby around 9:30 AM for a scenic hike. The hike will start directly from our hotel and hike up the hill next to Ora. There are several ways to reach the small summit, where there is an ancient ruin and stunning views over the Etschtal (Adige Valley). This hike is fairly easy and takes around 1 to 1.5 hours. To end the day, we will have our rehearsal dinner at the hotel at 7 PM, to which everyone is invited. A pizza company will be coming to host a fun and interactive dinner experience! Thursday, May 21st, 2026: Wedding Day!The wedding and reception will take place at the hotel, starting at 2 PM. Following the ceremony, there will be drinks, dinner, and plenty of dancing to celebrate! Friday, May 22nd, 2026: Check-OutAs our time together comes to an end, guests will check out and begin their journeys, whether heading home with cherished memories or continuing their travels to explore even more of the world. Check-out is at 10 AM.

Itinerary  

Join us in a timeless tradition -- Be our "something blue" with a touch of your choosing. ~ Aka wear something blue. Below I have some inspiration photos! However, we want you to be comfortable, so wear what you feel best in.

Abby & Justin

Abby & Justin

Registry