A couple of notes below on logistics to help you pack, get some background on the place and prepare to have the best of time!

First things first: Don’t forget your passports/ driving license/ travel docs! (#youknowwhoyouare!). If you usually buy travel / holiday insurance, please activate your policy within 1 month minimum of travel.

As you know the Palazzo is hired entirely by Pimber and I for our wedding party. This is done on a self-catering basis. Pimber and I will stock the 7 shared kitchens with essentials (sugar, milk, tea, coffee, ice).

The Palazzo is formed of 4 separate (adjoined) buildings with their own separate entrance. The walls surround the old village of Petritoli like a fortress. You will often not know which part of the building is part of the Palazzo vs an Italian momma’s house, a coffee shop or a traditional restaurant hidden in the cellars!

A Breakfast/Brunch will be included daily along with Dinner to include wine and soft drinks every evening.

The 4 buildings which form part of the Palazzo shall be named:

1. The Main House (this is the oldest part of the palazzo and the largest building of the 4.)

2. The Pool house

3. The Small house

4. The Annex

5. Belvedere

I know I said 4 buildings - right? The Pool House and the Small House are in essence the same building (semi-detached, with no inter-connectivity).

The Annex adjoins the small house and is by far the safest building for young children. (we will accommodate as best as we can based on dates deposits received. )

It is important to note that this is a very old building, with parts of the Palazzo dating back to the 15th century. It is full of history and character. This also means many hidden holes, uneven steps (LOTS of steps!!) and unconventional rooming/ bedrooms setup with creaky old doors.....don’t forget you’re in Italy!

In order to help our guests navigate the rooms and the various areas we will provide a floor plan of the Palazzo and a map of local points of interest.

The Palazzo has several terraces for entertaining and chilling and there are many green areas outside of old town of Petritoli for walking, just a 5-10 mins stroll away.

EUROS: Petritoli is a small town and it is mostly 'cash' based. The town has 1 cash machine which can give 200 EURO out per day per card. Please plan for this. As you know, the local owners prefer euro cash payment- it might be more cost effective for you to buy euros before you travel to take advantage of best rates, especially if you’re looking to hit Prada!

There is a large supermarket/ hypermarket 15 mins drive and another not much further. We will plan regular trips to the supermarket and those guests not renting a car are welcome to come along with us (and likely other guests with cars) to stock up on supplies, preferred alcohol, snacks etc. There is a small mall just 15 mins drive also, attached to one of the hypermarkets.

Fun alert!

Pimber and I will be hosting many games every morning throughout the week- all i can say is be ready for anything :)

THIS SECTION HELPS YOU PACK!

Palazzo services and SUPPLIES.

Pimber and I will stock the kitchens with essentials (sugar, milk, tea, coffee, ice.)

The bathrooms will be stocked with essential hand soaps. There are no shampoos, conditioners, shower gels. There are no hair driers so please bring your own.

There will be 1 large towel available per person. The towels will be replaced Tuesday and Thursday morning with fresh ones. However I recommend you bring 1 additional towel and possibly a beach/pool towel.

All bathrooms will be cleaned every day between Monday and Friday and the bins will be emptied. Please ensure all rubbish is left in the kitchens for collection, the cleaner will not access your bedrooms (unless required to get to a bathroom). The sheets will not be changed. There are 3 washers in the Palazzo but no such thing as a dryer as everything is hung.

The kitchens and other shared areas are our responsibility to keep tidy for the comfort of all.

Remember:

Pack:

Extra towels

Hair drier

Toiletries

Medicines

Your white dress for the formal white party and your favorite dress for the wedding : -)

Services:

Towels refreshed Tuesday and Thursday - please leave dirty towels outside of your bedroom door.

All bathrooms cleaned daily Mon- Fri

All bins emptied daily Mon-Fri from communal areas

ATTIRE:

Arrival Day One: Casual Day/ Night- PALAZZO pizza party

Day 2: Casual Day/ Night: Formal White Party ( ladies long white dress or gowns/Men Black pants or jeans with White Button Ups (black vest or tie recommended for this)

Day 3: Casual Day/ Night: Wedding Attire- Think Garden Party or Kentucky Derby style (bright vibrant colors)

Day 4: Casual Day/Casual Night - PALAZZO PASTA NIGHT

Day 5: Departure

Wedding Week Schedule