We urge our family & friends to use our wedding as a chance to live La Dolce Vita and extend your stay in Italy or elsewhere! The world is your oyster!

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Please make sure your passport is up-to-date so you can join us in Italy! Your passport must be valid for 6 months beyond the date that you will exit the United States!

Good news! You do not need to worry about EES or ETIAS for our wedding!

The European Union has revised the implementation timelines for both the Entry/Exit System (EES) & the European Travel Authorization System (ETIAS). The EES is now scheduled to begin in October 2025. Following this, the ETIAS is expected to become operational in late 2026.

The UK Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) started on January 8, 2025, for most non-European passport holders, including US citizens. Many travelers, including those from the U.S., Canada, and the EU, will need an ETA for transit through the UK, even if they are just passing through London Heathrow (LHR) without leaving the airport.

For more details & to apply, visit:

www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-an-electronic-travel-authorisation-eta

From the United States, it is best to first book a flight to Rome (FCO) or Milan (MXP).

We then recommend booking a domestic flight to Bari (BRI) or Brindisi (BDS) separately. We suggest using travel sites like Hopper, Skyscanner, or Google Flights to find the best flights!

NOTE: Should you fly into Rome, you can also take a train from Roma Termini to Bari Centrale, which takes roughly 4.5-5 hours but can be a budget-friendly option.

It can also be possible to find good flights to other cities like Amsterdam (AMS), Barcelona (BCN), Dublin (DUB), Paris (CDG), London (LHR), Munich (MUC), etc. & fly from there to one of Puglia's airports.

Puglia has a network of trains that connect major cities and towns, though service can be slower and less frequent compared to other parts of Italy. Trains are useful for major hubs, but rental cars or private transfers are better for exploring countryside areas, small coastal towns, and masserie (and for getting to our wedding venue).

Trenitalia operates regional, intercity, and high-speed trains across all of Italy, including smaller towns and rural areas. Italo does not operate in Puglia.

www.trenitalia.com/en

If you’re traveling within Puglia, you’ll need Trenitalia regional trains or three major regional train companies that serve Puglia’s smaller towns and rural areas:

Ferrovie del Sud Est (FSE)

www.fseonline.it

Ferrovie Appulo Lucane (FAL)

www.ferrovieappulolucane.it

Ferrotramviaria (Ferrovie del Nord Barese)

www.ferrovienordbarese.it

If you plan to explore Puglia beyond our wedding, we highly recommend renting a car. There are no Uber or taxis in the area and unfortunately, public transportation is not a recommended alternative as they only go from one town to another.

Major car rental brands are available at the airports in Bari & Brindisi including Sixt, Hertz, Budget, Avis, etc. Car rentals are also available at Bari Centrale & Brindisi train stations. We recommend booking a rental car in advance for better pricing & availability.

Please note: You need an international driving permit as well as your US driver's license. It's essentially a multi-lingual translation of your English license, which you can get at your local AAA.

Helpful information about renting a car in Puglia:

Along Dusty Roads • Bon Traveler • The Puglia Guys

There are no public taxis or Ubers in Puglia, only private hire, which includes the airport. If you do not rent a car, we recommend reaching out to your accommodation to help you hire a taxi.

You also have the option of booking transfers with a chauffeured car or van company. Make sure you book in advance!

BOOK A TRANSFER

Please make your own way to the wedding venue, booking with one of the companies below or private drivers. Please check with your accommodations for options, too!

TRAVEL TOUR PUGLIA

MOVE IN PUGLIA

TAXI SERVICE DI ANGELO SEMERANO

If you will be driving, there is parking on-site at Masseria Grieco.

Please DO NOT drink & drive.

Visiting other parts of Italy? Yay!

Below you will find Google Maps of recommendations that we have put together. These include some favorite spots from our previous travels to Italy, and other recommendations from friends, family, and locals!

Amalfi Coast • Florence • Puglia • Rome • Umbria

We hope you have the trip of a lifetime!

We highly recommend having the following apps downloaded and signed into on your phone for ease of travel in Italy:

Airbnb — Whether or not you are booking an Airbnb for your travels, we always recommend having the app on your phone for those "just in case" moments!

Google Maps — A lifesaver for getting around Italy, Google Maps helps you navigate while walking or driving, locating hidden gems like cafes or gelato shops, etc.

Google Translate — Google Translate will be your bestie in Italy. It helps you read menus, understand signs, and even chat with locals, breaking down language barriers as much as possible!

Trenitalia —Trenitalia is your go-to app for train travel in Italy. It gives you real-time schedules, quick ticket booking, and all the route details you need!

TripAdvisor —The TripAdvisor app will help you dive into real reviews, discover hidden gems, and pick out the best spots to eat, stay, and explore in Italy—all from trusted traveler insights.

Uber — Uber is available in major cities like Rome, Florence & Milan, but it works a bit differently than in the US. Due to local regulations, you might find a more limited range of options, often focusing on premium services.

Viator — Viator is your digital ticket to Italy's best experiences! It lets you effortlessly book guided tours, unique activities like cooking classes, and skip-the-line tickets so you can have an exciting adventure abroad!

WeTaxi — WeTaxi is your quick and easy taxi-booking solution in Italy (think of it like Uber)! Perfect for zipping around and making those spontaneous plans.

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Aside from these, we always recommend that you have your proper airline, rental car, banking, and other specific-to-you apps downloaded on your phone for ease. Create a travel "folder" of apps so you can easily locate everything you need!