Castello Monaci

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Reception

Our Wedding

Our story begins the week before the world shutdown in March 2020. At the time, we were both attending Charleston Southern University. While at a party, Cameron walked up to me and introduced himself. I wouldn’t say love at first sight, but we became great friends. Through the pandemic, we spent lots of time getting to know one another. By May of 2020, Cameron graduated and transferred to the University of North Florida to pursue a Master’s of Business and continue playing baseball. Less than three days after Cameron left Charleston, I realized even though he had already declared his feelings for me, I really cared for him as well. So, the three year long distance relationship began. Miles of driving with endless hours of thinking and talking allowed us to test our relationship. We spent a lot of time visiting together, spending time with our family and friends, and realized we had something very promising. Suddenly, we realized how very special our relationship had become. Now, both of us live in West Palm Beach, Florida. Cameron works as a loan specialist at a Real Estate company. I work at St. Mary’s Medical Center as a pediatric nurse.  The next phase was the most exciting moment was when Cameron called my parents and asked for my hand in marriage. He also knew that he wanted to propose to me on our upcoming trip to Rome, Italy. He couldn’t think of a more romantic place than the beautiful Giadino Degli Aranci (The Orange Garden) that overlooks the city. That early morning in Rome was romantic, memorable and incredibly beautiful. That’s why we want to share “our” Italy with you, all the ones we love. We are looking forward to October 11th, 2025 for our dream celebration and wedding. We can’t wait to share this day with you!

Our Story

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Alexandra is the oldest sister of the bride. She has known Annelise the longest and was her first best friend. Alexandr and Annelise have always loved to travel the world together. Alexandra is currently living in Tampa, Florida. 

ALEXANDRA OLAWUNI

Madison and Annelise met taking dance classes together in middle school. They were on the same cheerleading team throughout high school. After graduation, Madison and Annelise moved to Costa Rica together for a year. Madison is living in Atlanta, Georgia.

MADISON JARAMILLO

Rachel is the future sister-in-law to Annelise. They met a few years ago through dating the Weinberger boys. Annelise was able to attend Rachel's special wedding day. Rachel helped to plan Cameron's incredible proposal. She is currently living in New York City.

RACHEL WEINBERGER

Savannah and Annelise lived next door to each other their first year of college. They went through nursing school together. Savannah is always the life of the party. Savannah and Annelise love to plan girls trips together as often as possible. She is living in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

SAVANNAH FAIRCHILD

Abby and Annelise met in college. They also went to nursing school together. They lived together for a year after graduating. Abby is one of Annelise's most thoughtful and loving friends. Abby is currently living in Charleston, South Carolina.

ABIGAIL KELLER

Emma and Annelise met in college. They lived together for three years. They spent so many late nights studying and drinking coffee. Annelise was a bridesmaid in Emma's wedding. Emma is living in Charleston, South Carolina.

EMMA JONES

Meagan and Annelise were suitemates their freshman year of college. They lived together for two more years after that. They helped each other get through nursing school and clinicals. Meagan has always been someone Annelise can count on. She is currently living in Charleston, South Carolina.

MEAGAN LOWMAN

Izzy and Annelise met in nursing school. They lived together after college and started their first nursing job together. Izzy is Annelise's partner in crime. She has always been someone Annelise can go to for a fun night out. Izzy is living in Charleston, South Carolina.

ISABELLA SKELLIE

Wedding Party

Q + A

Pollicastro Boutique Hotel

Risorgimento Resort, member of WorldHotels Elite

8piuhotel

La Fiermontina

Patria Palace Hotel - Ho Hotels Collection

Masseria & SPA Luciagiovanni

Be sure to check out Air BnB in these nearby cities!Lecce

We opted for an automatic car - Some places closed on the weekends for return/pickup. Wedding day transportation will be available. Taxi/Uber available

Car Rental

Travel

Things to Do

Registry

BY AIRFly into Rome airport, from there take a hopper flight or train! &gt;Brindisi airport (30 minutes) &gt;Bari airport (90 minutes)All airports are served by main airlines BY TRAINLecce train station (20 minutes) FROM LECCE (30 KM)Take the SS 7 ter to Taranto. After passing through the towns of Campi Salentina and Guagnano, go on towards San Pancrazio Salentino. After about 6 km you will see on your left the private road leading to the castle. FROM&nbsp;BRINDISI (35 KM)Take the SS 7 (Brindisi- Taranto) and exit at the junction for Mesagne. Continue along the SP 74 for about 18 km towards San Pancrazio Salentino. After passing through the town centre, continue along the SSTER to Guagnano for about 3 km. Turn right at the sign that indicates the castle and follow the private road that leads to it. FROM&nbsp;TARANTO (57 KM)Take the SSTER towards Lecce. After passing through the towns of San Giorgio Jonico, Monteparano, Fragagnano, Sava and Manduria, continue for about 18 km towards San Pancrazio Salentino, and after passing the town, continue along the SSter towards Guagnano. After about 3 km you will find the sign that indicates the castle at your right, turn right and take the private road that leads to the castle.

Annelise & Cameron

Annelise & Cameron

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