September 21, 2026
The Italian Riviera
Three days along the Ligurian coast, between Portofino and Santa Margherita Ligure. Here is where each moment of the celebration will unfold.
Saturday • 19 September
Our first evening together unfolds at Bagni Sirena, where we'll gather on a platform above the Ligurian Sea for sunset, wood-fired pizza, cocktails, and the beginning of an unforgettable weekend.
Bagni Sirena
Santa Margherita Ligure
Sunday • 20 September
A long, unhurried afternoon at Langosteria in Paraggi, the jewel-green cove tucked between Santa Margherita and Portofino. Swim, linger over lunch, and settle into Riviera time.
A Few Notes
We've reserved the entire beach club exclusively for our guests, including private loungers and umbrellas for the day. Food and beverages at Langosteria will be available à la carte.
Langosteria Paraggi
Paraggi
Dinner on the Portofino piazzetta at the Belmond Splendido Mare, the evening before we marry — a gathering just above the harbour and its fishing boats.
Belmond Splendido Mare
Portofino
Monday • 21 September
We exchange vows at the Chiesa di San Giacomo di Corte, the hillside church looking out over the Gulf of Tigullio.
Chiesa di San Giacomo di Corte
Santa Margherita Ligure
A short garden stroll to Villa Durazzo for dinner, dancing and a proper Italian celebration beneath the stars.
Villa Durazzo
Santa Margherita Ligure
We've curated Pinterest style guides for each celebration to help inspire your outfits. Each event page includes its recommended dress code along with a curated board. You can also access them here.
For ease of attending the wedding events, we recommend staying in Portofino or Santa Margherita Ligure — two neighbouring seaside towns, minutes apart and easy to travel between.
Hotel Booking Dates · September 19–22
Our recommended home base for the weekend. Most of our events — including the ceremony and reception at Villa Durazzo — take place here and are walkable from town. Staying in Santa Margherita Ligure offers the easiest access to the wedding weekend, along with the widest selection of hotels, restaurants, and transportation.
A historic Belle Époque hotel overlooking the Ligurian Sea, with elegant rooms, private parking, and a refined resort atmosphere. Located between Rapallo and central Santa Margherita Ligure.
Via Pagana 19 — taxi recommended for the wedding venues
Visit HotelA waterfront hotel overlooking the yacht harbour, with sea-view rooms, a rooftop pool, and a central location. An excellent choice for guests who would like to walk to the ceremony and reception.
Central Santa Margherita — walkable to the ceremony & reception
Visit HotelAn intimate Art Nouveau boutique hotel set in a quiet residential area of Santa Margherita Ligure. Please note that the hotel welcomes guests aged 14 and over.
Via Belvedere 10/2 — a quiet setting near the town centre
Visit HotelA centrally located hotel near the harbour, with sea-view rooms, an outdoor pool, and an easy walk to the ceremony and reception.
Via Favale 31 — walkable to the ceremony & reception
Visit HotelWe have gathered a curated list of favourites in Santa Margherita Ligure to help with planning.
Santa Margherita Ligure Hotel ListA wonderful option for guests seeking a more intimate stay, and home to our rehearsal dinner at the Belmond Splendido Mare. Portofino is a small, iconic harbour town, so accommodations are limited and tend to book quickly — and often at a higher price point.
Right on the famous Portofino piazzetta and the setting for our rehearsal dinner.
Visit HotelLocated next door to the Splendido Mare, for guests who would like to stay close by.
Visit HotelWe have gathered a curated list of favourites in Portofino to help with planning.
Portofino Hotel ListFor guests travelling with family or groups, a few options with room to spread out.
A curated list of homes in both Portofino and Santa Margherita Ligure — ideal for guests who prefer more space or are travelling with family or groups.
View ListA companion list of vacation rentals along the coast.
View ListApartment-style accommodations sleeping roughly 6–8 guests per apartment — a good option for families who want to stay together. Please note Rapallo is a neighbouring town and the furthest from wedding events.
View ListGetting to the Italian Riviera. A few ways to find your way to our corner of the Ligurian coast.
The most convenient international airports are Milan Malpensa (MXP) and Rome Fiumicino "Leonardo da Vinci" (FCO), which offer the greatest number of direct flights from the U.S. and abroad. Genoa (GOA) is the closest airport to Portofino and Santa Margherita Ligure.
Guests arriving through Rome may book a short connecting flight from Rome (FCO) to Genoa (GOA). Flight time is about one hour, and from Genoa it is roughly a 40–45 minute drive to the wedding area. This is the fastest option if you prefer to minimize ground travel.
Italy's train system is efficient, comfortable, and relatively easy to navigate. Trains run frequently from Milano Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure, with travel times of approximately 2.5–3 hours on routes that are direct or require only one transfer. The Santa Margherita Ligure station is centrally located and walkable to many hotels — a wonderful option if you prefer not to rent a car.
Guests may also rent a car and drive from Milan Malpensa to the Portofino area, roughly 2.5–3 hours along a scenic and flexible route. This is ideal if you plan to explore the Riviera before or after the wedding weekend.
Once you have arrived, travelling between the towns is fairly easy. There is a ferry, a bus, and taxis to choose from for transport to and from the wedding events, and the two seaside towns are closely connected and simple to move between.
Parking in Portofino is extremely limited. If you plan to drive, we recommend looking for hotels with parking in Santa Margherita Ligure.
Your presence in Portofino is truly the greatest gift.
We know that traveling to Italy is a meaningful investment of both time and resources, and we are so grateful you will be celebrating with us on the Italian Riviera. For those who have asked, we have created a small registry featuring experiences for our honeymoon and a selection of items for our future home together.
With love, Heather & Joe
A small registry of experiences for our honeymoon and a selection of items for our future home together.
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Most of our wedding weekend takes place outdoors, allowing us to enjoy the beauty of the Italian Riviera. The Welcome Party, Beach Day, and Rehearsal Dinner are all open-air celebrations. Our catholic ceremony will take place inside Chiesa di San Giacomo di Corte, followed by an indoor reception and after-party at Villa Durazzo.
Still have questions?
If you have any questions while planning your trip or during the wedding weekend, our wedding planner is happy to help.
Rebecca Marie Weddings
hello@rebeccamarieweddings.com