Welcome Party

Lido di Bellagio

WELCOME DINNER & DRINKS

SUNSET BOAT CRUISE

Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Aperitif

Reception

Our Wedding

We first met shortly after one of us (guess who!) moved to Scottsdale. At the time, Sophia was living at her cousin Daniel’s house, and he invited his friends over to watch a Suns game, that’s when we met for the first time. The very next day, we all took a spontaneous road trip to the Water Wheel in Arizona. We didn’t know it then, but that weekend was the beginning of everything.Our first official date was at Postino’s over a charcuterie board and wine.Together, we’ve traveled to Hawaii, France, Greece, Japan, Korea, Lake Tahoe, and (most memorably) Italy where we got engaged. We’ve driven across state lines to adopt our two cats, Holly and Oreo, and we’re currently custom-building our dream home in Scottsdale. Through it all, we’ve learned that we’re both deeply driven, passionate about our careers, and even more passionate about supporting each other in everything we do.One of the things we love most about our relationship is how we push and support each other. We’re both driven in our careers, but we never lose sight of what really matters: great food, wine, traveling the world, and building a life filled with love and laughter.Steven proposed in Positano, Italy. He told me we were going to watch the sunset with a drink on a terrace by the ocean but instead, where a path of roses was waiting. It was romantic, thoughtful, and completely perfect.We can’t wait to begin this next chapter together and we’re so excited to celebrate it with all of you in Lake Como!

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Wedding Party

NEARBY AIRPORTSWe know most of you will be flying to Italy. We love you for doing that for us! There are two major airports near MILAN that you can choose to fly into:&nbsp; MALPENSA (MXP): ~1H.40 MINUTE DRIVE TO BELLAGIO <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/dir/Malpensa+Airport,+Ferno,+VA,+Italy/Bellagio,+CO/@45.8009462,8.7538927,82824m/data=!3m1!1e3!4m15!4m14!1m5!1m1!1s0x478661757c84a7b7:0xa3f10a57a0c77efe!2m2!1d8.7282345!2d45.6227139!1m5!1m1!1s0x478418083ef632d9:0xeb1911c1208de958!2m2!1d9.2625436!2d45.9772953!3e0!5i2?entry=ttu&amp;g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDgxOS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">MAP IT</a>LINATE (LIN): ~1H.30 MINUTE DRIVE TO BELLAGIO<a href="https://www.google.com/maps/dir/Linate+Airport,+Viale+Forlanini,+Segrate,+Metropolitan+City+of+Milan,+Italy/Bellagio,+Como/@45.7153497,8.9112861,10z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m14!4m13!1m5!1m1!1s0x4786c8aa516c6239:0xaf942ee91effd260!2m2!1d9.276308!2d45.452176!1m5!1m1!1s0x478418083ef632d9:0xeb1911c1208de958!2m2!1d9.2588491!2d45.9782492!3e0" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> MAP IT</a>BERGAMO (orio al serio)&nbsp;- 1h.20 MINUTE DRIVE TO BELLAGIO <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/dir/Aeroporto+Internazionale+di+Orio+al+Serio,+Via+Aeroporto,+13,+24050+Comune+di+Orio+al+Serio+BG/Bellagio,+Como/@45.7656961,9.1796517,10z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m14!4m13!1m5!1m1!1s0x4781506f9e32830d:0x177c7faf1030082!2m2!1d9.7036313!2d45.6695707!1m5!1m1!1s0x478418083ef632d9:0xeb1911c1208de958!2m2!1d9.2588491!2d45.9782492!3e0" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">MAP IT</a> TIP #1: Make sure to look at both airports when searching for flights!TIP #2: Don't forget your passport!TIP #3: Make sure your passport is valid for at least 6 months! FROM THE AIRPORT TO THE LAKERENT A CAR - HIGHLY RECOMMENDED IF YOU ARE NOT STAYING IN BELLAGIO. We highly recommend that you rent a car at the airport so that it's easy for you to get around the lake. Car rentals from most major companies including <a href="https://www.hertz.com/rentacar/reservation/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">HERTZ</a>, <a href="https://www.avis.com/en/home" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">AVIS</a>, <a href="https://www.europcar.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">ENTERPRISE/EUROPECAR</a>, <a href="https://www.budget.com/en/home" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">BUDGET</a>, <a href="https://www.dollar.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">DOLLAR</a> etc. are available at both airports. For a list of rental car companies please visit: <a href="https://www.airportmalpensa.com/car-hire.php" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.airportmalpensa.com/car-hire.php</a> TIP: Reserve your car early! **Europe has limited quantity of automatic cars!**&nbsp;&nbsp;LIMITED TAXISThere are taxis available at the airport once you land in Italy, however these can be expensive (€220/€250). We recommend arranging for transportation in advance through our wedding planner Aurora, simply email: aurora@lakecomoweddingsandevents.com **Taxis are not as prevalent around the lake as you may be used to at home and can be very expensive once you're in Como!****Ubers are not available!** Once in Como, taxi companies we can recommend:Top Transfer I <a href="mailto:ferdinando.dossan@gmail.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">ferdinando.dossan@gmail.com</a> I + 39 333-285-7092<a href="https://www.barindellitaxi.it/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Barindelli</a> | <a href="mailto:info@barindelli.it" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@barindelli.it</a> I +39-338-358-0818<a href="https://www.autoservizisoldarini.com/en/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Soldarini</a> | <a href="mailto:info@autoservizisoldarini.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">info@autoservizisoldarini.com</a>&nbsp;| + 39 335- 690-0112 GROUP SHUTTLE/MINIVANIf you are arriving with a group or would like to carpool, our wedding planner Aurora can organize transportation, simply email: aurora@lakecomoweddingsandevents.com TRAIN TO COMOYou can also take the train from Milan to Como using this <a href="https://www.omio.com/trains/milan/como?id=Y29ubmVjdGlvbl9wYWdlLmNvbS50cmFpbi4zODgyNTIuMzg3OTg0&amp;h=bHBzLmguc2VtLmkucm91LnRyYWluXzAyLi4=&amp;utm_campaign=SEM_US_EN_TRAIN_MOBILE_ACQ_I.III_%5BTRAIN_02_ROU%7CPRO_0%5D_P%3ARAIL_NOPRO&amp;adgroup=SEM_US_EN_TRAIN_MOBILE_ACQ_I.III_%5BTRAIN_02_ROU%7CPRO_0%5D_P%3ARAIL_NOPRO_%28MILAN_388252_IT%29_%28COMO_387984_IT%29&amp;utm_term=milan+to+como+rail&amp;utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;content=basic&amp;currency=USD&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=1708770452&amp;gbraid=0AAAAAoKnnixXxhCTn9EtlfZFWsQ8rvkxn&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjwh5vFBhCyARIsAHBx2wwxXFcu54ry_U9W9qAWHJ9trECKu5PYjRshBxZNHmvS2vL32-LWMHAaAh0cEALw_wcB" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">website.</a>Once in Como you will need to take a taxi or the ferry to Bellagio. Ferry tickets can be purchased at the counter. Ferry stops running at 7pm. WHERE TO LOOK FOR LODGINGWe recommend that all guests stay in BELLAGIO,&nbsp;on the east side of the lake. All hotel recommendations we've provided are within this range. Hotels &amp; AccommodationsLake Como is popular during the summer months and hotels can become limited very quickly. Our wedding date&nbsp;September 12th&nbsp;is&nbsp;considered "high season" in Lake Como. We suggest booking at one of these quaint&nbsp;Italian locations.&nbsp; Please book through our wedding planner Aurora by emailing her at aurora@lakecomoweddingsandevents.com&nbsp; BELLAGIO<a href="https://www.villaserbelloni.com/?utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=organic&amp;utm_campaign=gmb" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Grand Hotel Serbelloni</a>If staying at the venue you can book rooms through this link:<a href="https://reservations.travelclick.com/114533?groupID=4867245" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://reservations.travelclick.com/114533?groupID=4867245</a> HOTELS NEARBY: <a href="https://www.bellagiohoteldulac.com/en/home-page/home-1/home-page-english/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Hotel DuLac&nbsp;</a><a href="https://www.hotelbellagio.it/en/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Hotel Bellagio</a><a href="http://www.residencelalimonera.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Residence La Limonera</a><a href="https://www.belvederebellagio.com/it" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Hotel Belvedere Bellagio</a><a href="https://www.residence-bellagio.com/en/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Residence L’Ulivo</a> Renting a homeBeyond hotels, <a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.airbnb.com_s_Lake-2DComo-2D-2DItaly-3Fguests-3D1-26place-5Fid-3DChIJ92ILgjI9hEcR4OGY6OrEQD4-26checkin-3D08-252F03-252F2017-26checkout-3D08-252F06-252F2017-26ss-5Fid-3Dtn76jfp6-26source-3Dbb-26page-3D1-26s-5Ftag-3DXeZzqaPL-26allow-5Foverride-255B-255D-3D&amp;d=CwMFaQ&amp;c=YgvAunA6A5zFF9cMHqSY3cSQ3MG-auFOlwIB7e1Llto&amp;r=HlYIc6VrR3lqQELqWPlWmp5Fgh29z8bAhRmRorm22dE&amp;m=tzEQwlZTUP_2yeUIogywxyhJa43jOftG1sMQc1v32sY&amp;s=-HM-rJnGwIl0C1W_xSOPAfuovvivcGoR2Q5bFXlyy1Y&amp;e=" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Airbnb</a> has a lot of private apartments and villas available around the lake.Whether you prefer a hotel or an apartment/house, these accommodations fill up super fast! Highly recommended that you book by the end of the year.

Owned by the Bucher family for 3 generations, Villa Serbelloni stands at the end of the Bellagio promontory, with views of Lake Como and the Alps. It features 2 gardens, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, and a spa with beauty center. Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni was transformed into a luxury 5-star hotel in 1873. The property features impressive staircases and frescoed ceilings. The grand hall, the Salone Reale, features splendid chandeliers in Murano glass. Rooms are spacious and elegant, and each offers air conditioning, an LCD TV with satellite channels, and a mini-bar. The décor is classic, with soft carpeted floors, wooden furniture, and unique details. Some rooms offer views of the lake. The Mistral Restaurant was awarded with a Michelin star in 2005, and offers the chance to eat on a refined terrace with breathtaking views. La Goletta serves regional specialties in an informal setting. A full International breakfast buffet is served daily. The spa is available for wellness and beauty treatments. Sports facilities include tennis and squash courts, and a gym with cardio-fitness machineries.

Owned by 4 generations of women since 1880, Hotel Belvedere offers panoramic views of Lake Como. The private garden has an outdoor swimming pool. Parking is free. The Belvedere also has a new spa with Turkish bath, sauna, therapeutic showers, and relaxation area. Face and body treatments are available in the wellness area. Rooms, suites, and apartments are elegant and stylish, and each offers air conditioning and a satellite TV. Most have a balcony or terrace with views of the garden or the lake. The panoramic restaurant has a beautiful terrace with a superb view of the lake and mountains. It is open between April and October for lunch and dinner. A sweet breakfast is served daily. Belvedere Hotel is a short walk from the center of Bellagio, a 15-minute walk from the marina, Villa Melzi and Villa Serbelloni.

Hotel Belvedere

Hotel Du Lac &amp; SPA is set in the heart of Bellagio, overlooking the main square, opposite the dock. Here you can enjoy panoramic views and excellent food. This family-run hotel is passionately committed to making your stay on Lake Como unforgettable. The friendly team of staff are always on hand to share local knowledge and tourist information. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi access throughout. Your room at the du Lac is complete with all modern comforts including satellite TV and air conditioning. Some rooms are larger and feature a terrace or balcony with partial or full lake views. Dining at du Lac is a real treat at the panoramic restaurant. Open at both lunch and dinner, it serves an eclectic mix of Italian and international cuisine.

Hotel Du Lac

Residence la Limonera

Residence l'Ulivo

Hotel Bellagio

Travel

Explore the Lake<a href="https://www.viator.com/tours/Lake-Como/1-Hour-Private-Guided-Tour-in-a-Wooden-Boat-on-Lake-Como-6-pax/d26113-366838P9" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Private wooden boat tour</a> – Cruise around the lake for unforgettable views of the surrounding villas, towns, and mountains. Private and group tours are available from Como, Bellagio, and Varenna. Ferry Hop – Use the public ferry system to easily explore nearby towns like Bellagio, Varenna, Menaggio, and Tremezzo. Bellagio – Often called the “Pearl of the Lake”, perfect for strolling cobblestone streets, lakeside views, and pretty cafés. Varenna – A peaceful village with waterfront paths, pretty alleys, and historic sites like Castello di Vezio nearby. Menaggio – Great for a relaxed lakeside promenade, local shops, and cafés. Como – A bigger city with a beautiful Duomo (cathedral) and lively streets. Waterfront and funicular to Brunate offer great views. Sightseeing &amp; StrollingVilla del Balbianello – A must-see historic villa with stunning gardens and lake views (also a film location for Star Wars and James Bond). Villa Carlotta – Famous for its botanical gardens and art collection, perfect for a peaceful afternoon. Old Town Como – Charming cobblestone streets, great shopping, and the beautiful Cathedral of Como (Duomo di Como)

Sophia & Steven

Sophia & Steven

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