Wedding Day

Ceremony

Reception

Wedding Day 2

Our Wedding

In the winter of 2017, Joe decided to travel halfway across the world on his own, armed with nothing more than a backpack and a vague plan to “travel Asia.” At the very same time, Olivia had uprooted her life in Ireland to follow her heritage in Hong Kong, with little more than courage and a one-way ticket. By pure chance, they both landed jobs at the same English language learning centre and that’s where this story began. They hit it off instantly, becoming best friends who spent their evenings sipping wine, their weekends causing chaos in the Hong Kong nightlife scene, and their workdays sneakily binging Lost (yes, during actual work hours). After a year of adventures, growing friendships, and more than a few questionable karaoke nights, they felt it was time for a change. The coconut palms were calling, and so they moved to Thailand. On the island of Koh Samui, life slowed down. They traded neon lights for waterfalls, chaos for calm, and became completely wrapped up in each other. Their days were filled with laughter, treks to hidden waterfalls, building bee hotels (don’t ask), and even witnessing baby sea turtles hatch on the beaches. They could have happily lived out their days in tropical bliss, but in 2020 the world had other plans. Covid struck, and with it came reflection on family, connection, and what really mattered. So, they decided to leave island life behind, though not without a tear or two, and head back closer to family. Just not too close. Their new chapter began on the shores of Lake Como, where they discovered good Italian food, even better wine, and a life that somehow feels like it was always meant to be theirs.And then, in December 2024, Joe decided it was time to pop the question and “seal the deal,” so to speak. The next step is here, and we couldn’t be happier to celebrate our love with all the people closest to us. This journey is still only just beginning…..

Our Story

Priority for family and bridal party - please confirm as soon as possible if you will be staying in the castle. €255 per room bed and breakfast Supplement for extra guests as follows:0-4 years free5-15 years €4516+ years €85 Resident info:<a href="https://www.markreecastle.ie/accommodation/wedding-guests" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.markreecastle.ie/accommodation/wedding-guests</a>

Markree Castle

Family and Bridal Party only. Please let us know if you would like a room in the courtyard for Monday August 13th. The rooms are limited and those staying in the castle the night of the wedding will have priority on these rooms. A direct booking link will be shared for these rooms once confirmed with us. Rooms range from €220 for a double/ €240 for a triple/ €280 for a family room bed and breakfast.

Markree Courtyard and Carriage Rooms

10 rooms held for both the 12th&nbsp;and 13th&nbsp;of July on a B&amp;B rate of €209. These are held for Guests to book directly with us by calling 0719118080. You will need to quote our names and the 12th July 2026 to be offered a room.There are more rooms available to book on our website but these are more expensive. You would need to let us know if you want a room, we will let the hotel know and then they will contact you 6 weeks before for a 50% deposit.

Castle Dargan Hotel, Sligo

The rate for Saturday 11th&nbsp;July would be €239.00 per double room bed and breakfast The rate for Sunday 12th would be €209.00 per double room bed and breakfast The rate for Monday 13th&nbsp;July would be €189.00 per double room bed and breakfast To avail of these rates you need to call the hotel to confirm details. Transport to and from the hotel will be arranged on the day/ night of the wedding.

Sligo Park Hotel

Riverside Hotel

Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Sligo

The Address Sligo

Strandhill Lodge & Suites

Ardagh Suites Self Catering

The Coach House Hotel

Clayton Hotel Sligo

The Mountain Inn Accommodation

Stradbrook Bed and Breakfast

Here is a general guide for Air B&amp;B options in the area close to the castle: <a href="https://www.airbnb.ie/s/Sligo--Ireland/homes?refinement_paths%5B%5D=%2Fhomes&amp;checkin=2026-07-11&amp;checkout=2026-07-13&amp;adults=2&amp;query=Sligo%2C%20Ireland&amp;place_id=ChIJ6a58Z7XpXkgRgHMxl6nHAAo&amp;flexible_trip_lengths%5B%5D=one_week&amp;monthly_start_date=2025-08-01&amp;monthly_length=3&amp;monthly_end_date=2025-11-01&amp;search_mode=regular_search&amp;price_filter_input_type=0&amp;price_filter_num_nights=2&amp;channel=EXPLORE&amp;ne_lat=54.23724706169008&amp;ne_lng=-8.401661094255985&amp;sw_lat=54.10389849061478&amp;sw_lng=-8.594835415750651&amp;zoom=12.212848011028461&amp;zoom_level=12.212848011028461&amp;search_by_map=true&amp;search_type=user_map_move" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.airbnb.ie/s/Sligo--Ireland/homes?refinement_paths%5B%5D=%2Fhomes&amp;checkin=2026-07-11&amp;checkout=2026-07-13&amp;adults=2&amp;query=Sligo%2C%20Ireland&amp;place_id=ChIJ6a58Z7XpXkgRgHMxl6nHAAo&amp;flexible_trip_lengths%5B%5D=one_week&amp;monthly_start_date=2025-08-01&amp;monthly_length=3&amp;monthly_end_date=2025-11-01&amp;search_mode=regular_search&amp;price_filter_input_type=0&amp;price_filter_num_nights=2&amp;channel=EXPLORE&amp;ne_lat=54.23724706169008&amp;ne_lng=-8.401661094255985&amp;sw_lat=54.10389849061478&amp;sw_lng=-8.594835415750651&amp;zoom=12.212848011028461&amp;zoom_level=12.212848011028461&amp;search_by_map=true&amp;search_type=user_map_move</a>

Air B&B Options 

How To Get To Ireland

Fly from UK to Knock Airport Possibility to rent a car from the airport or we will be providing a bus depending on numbers. Travel time to Sligo is about 1h 15min Please let us know if you will be flying

Ireland West Airport Knock

Stena Line - Holyhead

Irish Ferries | Dublin Port

Accommodation & Travel 

Photos

Wedding Party

Q + A

Things to Do

Travel 

We’re so grateful to have you celebrate with us. As we’re living in Switzerland and traveling back after the wedding, we unfortunately won’t be able to bring many gifts home. If you would like to give something, a contribution towards our future together would be very much appreciated.

Olivia & Joseph

Olivia & Joseph

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