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		<description><![CDATA[Italian Lakes Wedding blog ended 2010 with a great post about Lina and Borja&#8217;s wedding Lake Maggiore&#8217;s Wedding of the Year. We really wanted to begin this fabulous 2011 with another wonderful wedding that we all keep in our hearts. We are talking about Eve-Marie and Roland&#8217;s wedding on Lake Orta. This time we want [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Italian Lakes Wedding blog ended 2010 with a great post about <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/lake-maggiore-weddings/lago-maggiore-wedding-of-the-year/">Lina and Borja&#8217;s wedding</a> Lake Maggiore&#8217;s Wedding of the Year.<br />
We really wanted to begin this fabulous 2011 with another wonderful wedding that we all keep in our hearts. We are talking about Eve-Marie and Roland&#8217;s wedding on <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/lakeorta/lake-orta-weddings.html">Lake Orta</a>.</p>
<p>This time we want to tell you about that in a unique way: <strong>Eve-Marie and Roland&#8217;s wedding will be described directly by bride and groom!</strong></p>
<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/wedding-northern-lake-region-of-Italy.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/wedding-northern-lake-region-of-Italy.jpg" alt="wedding-northern-lake-region-of-Italy" width="640" height="385" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-4436" /></a></p>
<blockquote class="evemarie"><p>Roland and I are both from <strong>Dublin</strong>. We met in college and had been great friends for almost a year before we starting going out and that was seven years ago now.<br />
We had planned a big wedding in Ireland and were ready to start paying deposits when we realised that we didn’t want a big wedding with lots of people who we hadn’t met or who didn’t know us. We sat back and really thought about what we wanted and decided we’d love to have a relaxed wedding in Italy with those that matter most to us both. We focused on the northern lake region of Italy because it would have lovely weather in September when we wanted to get married and it was close to airports.<br />
We started searching for planners online and Valentina kept coming up.<br />
The <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/">Italian Lake Weddings</a> site instilled us with confidence that these planners were the real deal, so we started emailing Valentina and arranged to come over and view some possible venues on the Italian Lakes. </p></blockquote>
<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/lake-Orta-weddings.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/lake-Orta-weddings.jpg" alt="lake-Orta-weddings" width="640" height="311" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-4437" /></a><br />
<a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/Lake-Orta-wedding-planners.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/Lake-Orta-wedding-planners.jpg" alt="Lake-Orta-wedding-planners" width="640" height="427" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-4450" /></a></p>
<blockquote class="evemarie"><p>Roland and I arrived in Orta the night before we were due to meet <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/author/valentina/">Valentina</a> (and  her colleague and husband <strong>Ernesto</strong>) and decided to go for a walk down the town. Within 5 minutes of walking through the cobbled village with the beautiful coloured buildings on either side and entering into the stunning piazza with it’s view of the lake and San Julius island, we had decided that Orta was the prettiest place we’d ever seen, that we wanted to share it with all our friends and family. We just had to get married there. </p></blockquote>
<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/wedding-dress-Gay-DePaor-Ireland.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/wedding-dress-Gay-DePaor-Ireland.jpg" alt="wedding-dress-Gay-DePaor-Ireland" width="640" height="427" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-4439" /></a></p>
<blockquote class="evemarie"><p>We decided to stay in the <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/bridalservices/italian-restaurant-for-weddings.php?ORDERID=71">hotel San Rocco</a> with our 45 guests. The hotel staff were so accommodating. As a special treat they gave Roland and I the suite in the <strong>Villa Gippini</strong> which really made the start of our wedding visit magical. </p>
<p>Our wedding was a 3 day affair and the <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/italian-wedding-planners.html">Italian Lakes Wedding Planners</a> helped us to organise all.<br />
We had a Welcome Lunch for our 45 guests in Due Santi Restaurant in the centre of the piazza looking out over the lake. Later that day we took 2 boats across to the island for an amazing rehearsal dinner on the terrace at the <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/bridalservices/italian-restaurant-for-weddings.php?ORDERID=76">Restaurant on St. Julius island</a>, in the middle of the lake. The day after the wedding, we went for a leisurely pizza in La Campana Pizzeria, before we headed home.</p></blockquote>
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<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/Italian-hairdresser-Cristina-lake-Orta.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/Italian-hairdresser-Cristina-lake-Orta.jpg" alt="Italian-hairdresser-Cristina-lake-Orta" width="640" height="427" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-4440" /></a></p>
<blockquote class="evemarie"><p>We had quite a large bridal party, with four bridesmaids and both of our mothers. Our dresses were all made by a truly gifted woman name <strong>Gay DePaor</strong> in Ireland who worked so hard on the seven dresses and gave us exactly what we asked for.<br />
My <strong>duchess Satin and Chantilly</strong> lace dress was perfect to match the 1950s Hollywood style I wanted and she was able to make each of the bridesmaids a different designed dress which allowed the four of them match, but also to show their own personal style.<br />
On the wedding day the make-up artists at the San Rocco wellness center took exceptional care of the seven of us and our local Italian hairdresser Cristina worked wonders with her assistant so that we were all ready to go by 2pm.</p></blockquote>
<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/wedding-at-San-rocco-Hotel-Orta.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/wedding-at-San-rocco-Hotel-Orta.jpg" alt="wedding-at-San-rocco-Hotel-Orta" width="640" height="558" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-4438" /></a></p>
<blockquote class="evemarie"><p>There are so many beautiful churches in Orta and <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/author/valentina/">Valentina</a> brought us to visit them all, but when we saw the breathtaking view from the <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/lake-orta-weddings/have-your-wedding-with-a-wonderful-view-at-the-sacro-monte-church/">Sacro Monte church</a> we were totally smitten. Our guests are still raving about it and it was a lovely way to take out first steps of married life out into that wonderful vista.</p></blockquote>
<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/Trenino-di-Orta-tourist-train-lake-Orta.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/Trenino-di-Orta-tourist-train-lake-Orta.jpg" alt="Trenino-di-Orta-tourist-train-lake-Orta" width="640" height="400" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-4444" /></a></p>
<blockquote class="evemarie"><p>The guests and most of the bridal party made their way up to the stunning Sacro Monte church on the fun <strong>tourist train</strong> that drives around Orta. This was a great treat for our guests.<br />
My father and I followed in a beautiful <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/bridalservices/vintage-cars-rental-italy.php?ORDERID=111">vintage Bentley car</a> that really felt in-keeping with our 1950’s Hollywood glamour style.</p></blockquote>
<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/Bentley-vintage-cars-rental-Lake-Orta.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/Bentley-vintage-cars-rental-Lake-Orta.jpg" alt="Bentley-vintage-cars-rental-Lake-Orta" width="640" height="481" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-4445" /></a><br />
<a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/blue-hydrangeas-and-cream-roses-bouquet.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/blue-hydrangeas-and-cream-roses-bouquet.jpg" alt="blue-hydrangeas-and-cream-roses-bouquet" width="640" height="427" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-4446" /></a></p>
<blockquote class="evemarie"><p>The very talented floral designer <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/author/paola/">Paola</a> from <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/bridalservices/weddingflorist.php?ORDERID=11">La Piccola Selva</a> arranged our flowers and decorations and all our guest commented on what a superb job she did. I hadn’t been sure what flowers I wanted and she helped me to decide by showing me many of the wonderful weddings she had done previously.<br />
I loved my bouquet which was made of <strong>blue hydrangeas and cream roses</strong> and the table settings later at the reception were superb. I must admit my favorite part were the heart shaped bushes outside of the church, I just adored these.</p></blockquote>
<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/wedding-ceremony-Sacro-Monte-church-Orta.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/wedding-ceremony-Sacro-Monte-church-Orta.jpg" alt="wedding-ceremony-Sacro-Monte-church-Orta" width="640" height="372" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-4448" /></a></p>
<blockquote class="evemarie"><p>The <strong>wedding ceremony</strong> itself was magical. We had brought our own priest from Ireland who was a close family friend and the <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/wedding-string-quartet-italy.html">string trio</a> we had really added to the atmosphere with their beautiful music. I had been quite concerned about the music in the church because all I had heard was a few songs they had preformed, but they truly were exceptional, providing not only the few songs I had asked for, but also filling in with music wherever it suited the ceremony. They then followed us outside and played to our guests as we congregated around the church and took some photographs. </p></blockquote>
<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/wedding-String-Trio-lake-Orta-Italy.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/wedding-String-Trio-lake-Orta-Italy.jpg" alt="wedding-String-Trio-lake-Orta-Italy" width="640" height="406" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-4451" /></a><br />
<a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/light-blue-bridesmaids-dresses-Italy.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/light-blue-bridesmaids-dresses-Italy.jpg" alt="light-blue-bridesmaids-dresses-Italy" width="640" height="438" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-4452" /></a></p>
<blockquote class="evemarie"><p>The photographers from <a href="http://www.silverstarsphoto.it/">Silver Stars Photo</a> were exceptional. <strong>Roberto and assistant Alice</strong> were so patient and took so many photos but at no point were they in any way intrusive. They worked wonderfully with the <strong>videographer Vera</strong>. We haven’t seen photos yet, but I’m sure they’ll be wonderful.</p></blockquote>
<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/weddingphotographer/silver-stars-photo.html" target="_blank" alt="Eve-Marie &#038; Roland's wedding photogallery" title="Eve-Marie &#038; Roland's wedding photogallery">Click here to EVE-MARIE &amp; ROLAND&#8217;S PHOTO-GALLERY by Silver Stars Photo</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/Silver-Stars-Photo-Roberto-Rapetti-photographer.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/Silver-Stars-Photo-Roberto-Rapetti-photographer.jpg" alt="Silver-Stars-Photo-Roberto-Rapetti-photographer" width="640" height="427" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-4453" /></a><br />
<a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/Miasino-Castle-wedding-venue.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/Miasino-Castle-wedding-venue.jpg" alt="Miasino-Castle-wedding-venue-lake-Orta" width="500" height="465" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-4462" /></a></p>
<blockquote class="evemarie"><p>We went through a number of venue choices and <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/author/valentina/">Valentina</a> (and her husband <strong>Ernesto</strong> who takes care about booking and logistics) was very supportive before we finally decided on having the ceremony in the <strong>Castello</strong> and we certainly made the right decision. The Castello is a beautiful venue with an old world charm. The stairs and stain-glassed window provide a lovely backdrop for photos, as do the pool and the amazing terrace. It was also lovely to feel that it was ours for the day.</p></blockquote>
<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/wedding-at-Castello-di-Miasino-lake-orta.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/wedding-at-Castello-di-Miasino-lake-orta.jpg" alt="wedding-at-Castello-di-Miasino-lake-orta" width="450" height="675" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-4457" /></a></p>
<blockquote class="evemarie"><p>We had lovely aperitifs under the trees in the grounds, sitting and relaxing with our guests, while the <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/planning/wedding-music/violin-guitar-entertainment.php">Hot Club Trio</a> serenaded us. It was so nice to be able to relax with our guests and leave all the organizing to the planners now that the excitement of the wedding ceremony was behind us.</p></blockquote>
<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/Hot-Club-Trio-music-entertainment-lake-Orta.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/Hot-Club-Trio-music-entertainment-lake-Orta.jpg" alt="Hot-Club-Trio-music-entertainment-lake-Orta" width="640" height="427" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-4455" /></a><br />
<a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/Castello-di-Miasino-wedding-reception.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/Castello-di-Miasino-wedding-reception.jpg" alt="Castello-di-Miasino-wedding-reception" width="640" height="427" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-4469" /></a><br />
<a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/Delicatezze-a-Casa-Vostra-Catering-Service.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/Delicatezze-a-Casa-Vostra-Catering-Service.jpg" alt="Delicatezze-a-Casa-Vostra-Catering-Service" width="640" height="427" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-4458" /></a></p>
<blockquote class="evemarie"><p>The food throughout the wedding day was provided by Delicatezze a Casa Vostra Catering Service and was truly marvelous. We had an amazing variety of hor d&#8217;ourves when we arrived at the Castello, followed by a scrumptious Wedding dinner. Then there was a delectable dessert buffet, followed by cake and cheese. The food really was top class and our guests are still talking about it. </p></blockquote>
<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/Gay-DePaor-bridal-wedding-dress-designer.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/Gay-DePaor-bridal-wedding-dress-designer.jpg" alt="Gay-DePaor-bridal-wedding-dress-designer" width="640" height="405" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-4463" /></a></p>
<blockquote class="evemarie"><p>Valentina went to a lot of trouble to add some personal touches to our wedding day. They set up a beautiful heart made of candles on the lawn in front of the terrace and we had an amazing escort card tree with crystals and ribbons that I was really excited about. The biggest surprise of all was the incredible cake, which was a total surprise and tasted as great as it looked. </p></blockquote>
<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/wedding-cake-Delicatezze-catering-Verbania.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/wedding-cake-Delicatezze-catering-Verbania.jpg" alt="wedding-cake-Delicatezze-catering-Verbania" width="500" height="469" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-4464" /></a><br />
<a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/wedding-DJ-lake-Orta-Italy.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/wedding-DJ-lake-Orta-Italy.jpg" alt="wedding-DJ-lake-Orta-Italy" width="640" height="449" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-4465" /></a></p>
<blockquote class="evemarie"><p>After we had danced and ate and drank our fill, we all went out to the terrace and set off 25 paper lanterns into the night sky with our guests. </p>
<p>This felt like the perfect end to a perfect day! </p></blockquote>
<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/wedding-flying-lanterns-Lake-Orta-Italy.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/wedding-flying-lanterns-Lake-Orta-Italy.jpg" alt="wedding-flying-lanterns-Lake-Orta-Italy" width="500" height="442" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-4466" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/italian-wedding-planners.html">Italian Lakes Wedding Team</a> really wants to thank Eve-Marie and Roland for their kindness and friendship.<br />
Thank you Eve-Marie and Roland from all the team for your lovely and sweet words that we all appreciated!</p>
<p><strong>And&#8230; Italian Lakes Wedding team really wants to wish a wonderful and sparkling 2011 to Eve-Marie and Roland, all our brides and grooms, all our readers, friends and collaborators!</strong></p>
<blockquote class="wp"><p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/ilw_icon.gif"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/ilw_icon.gif" alt="Italian Wedding Planners" title="Italian Wedding Planners" width="250" height="250" class="left"/></a><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/italian-wedding-planners.html">Italian Lakes Wedding Team</a> is made up of several professional wedding planners and floral designers with a long experience on Italian Lakes locations.<br />
The Team knows the territory in every single detail and will be able to follow you on every important choice you will take.<br />
Our coordinators are based locally in the areas we serve so whether you decide for a wedding in Rome or Bracciano, a wedding in Como or Stresa, or a Wedding on lake Garda or Lake Orta, we will grant the same level of service.<br />
Our Team will be able to provide you every kind of supplier, florist, photographers, musicians, designers celebrants, witnesses and help as far as your documents are concerned, and anything you may think of.<br />
Italian Lakes Wedding Team will literally pamper you!</p>
<p>For any information about wedding on Lake Orta &#8211; please <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/contat-us/">CONTACT US</a>.</p></blockquote>
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		<description><![CDATA[Balbianello Villa &#8211; Official Rental Fees 2012 Many of you write us to ask further information on Villa del Balbianello rental. For this reason we would love to give you more information on our blog that we hope could be useful. As mentioned Villa del Balbianello is a very exclusive and unique venue, for this [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<blockquote class="vb2011"><h2>Balbianello Villa &#8211; Official Rental Fees 2012</h2>
<p>Many of you write us to ask further information on <strong>Villa del Balbianello rental</strong>.<br />
For this reason we would love to give you more information on our blog that we hope could be useful.<br />
As mentioned Villa del Balbianello is a very exclusive and unique venue, for this reason rental fee is related to the luxury and exclusivity of the location itself.<br />
<a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/lake-como-weddings/balbianello-villa-official-rental-fees/">Click here to find official rental fee that Villa del Balbianello property gave us for 2012</a></p></blockquote>
<p>After the great and special rehearsal dinner to a beautiful <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/lake-como-weddings/beach-wedding-venue-lake-como/">Lake Como beach club</a>, the Big Day has finally arrived for <strong>Antonin &amp; Louise</strong>.<br />
Many details made this wedding really different!</p>
<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/makeup-artist-lake-Como-wedding.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/makeup-artist-lake-Como-wedding.jpg" alt="makeup-artist-lake-Como-wedding" width="600" height="400" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3843" /></a></p>
<p>Both bride and groom stayed to <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/lake-como-weddings/villa-d%E2%80%99este-timeless/">Villa D’Este</a> where they spent few relaxing days enjoying the lake and warm summer weather.<br />
On the wedding day Antonin joined his friends who stayed for almost a week in a fantastic Villa with pool and private pier located in <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/lake-como-weddings/laglio-the-latest-vip-escape/">Laglio</a>.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/private-villa-wedding-in-Laglio-lake-Como.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/private-villa-wedding-in-Laglio-lake-Como.jpg" alt="private-villa-wedding-in-Laglio-lake-Como" width="600" height="400" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3844" /></a></p>
<p>Ceremony was arranged to <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/lake-como-weddings/villa-del-balbianello-wedding-planner/">Villa del Balbianello</a> followed by an wonderful reception in a private Villa in <strong>Cernobbio</strong>, on the lakeshore: a real masterpiece of the <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/lakecomo/lake-como-weddings.html">Lake Como</a> architecture.<br />
From this Villa, Antonin and his best men got on a charming Riva motorboat to go to <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/lake-como-weddings/stress-free-wedding-in-villa-balbianello/">Villa del Balbianello</a>: they were really handsome.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/Riva-motorboat-rental-for-wedding-on-lake-Como.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/Riva-motorboat-rental-for-wedding-on-lake-Como.jpg" alt="Riva-motorboat-rental-for-wedding-on-lake-Como" width="600" height="400" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3845" /></a></p>
<p>In the meanwhile, the bride, together with her dad and the bridesmaids left <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/lake-como-weddings/a-dreamy-wedding-at-villa-deste/">Villa D’Este</a> on a second charming Riva motorboat and reached Antonin who already reached <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/lake-como-weddings/an-unforgettable-wedding-at-villa-del-balbianello/">Villa del Balbianello</a> waiting for her together with family and friends, all very excited.<br />
Louise was so beautiful in her wedding gown! </p>
<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/villa-dEste-weddings-Cernobbio-lake-Como.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/villa-dEste-weddings-Cernobbio-lake-Como.jpg" alt="villa-d&#039;Este-weddings-Cernobbio-lake-Como" width="450" height="675" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3846" /></a></p>
<p>The ceremony was celebrated in the <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/lake-como-weddings/balbianello-villa-luxury-and-style-on-lake-como/">Loggia of Villa del Balbianello</a> and conducted by a close friend of the couple. </p>
<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/villa-del-balbianello-weddings.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/villa-del-balbianello-weddings.jpg" alt="villa-del-balbianello-weddings" width="600" height="400" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3851" /></a></p>
<p>All decorations were precious and elegant, with a big arch of flowers as main detail. <span id="more-3842"></span></p>
<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/wedding-ceremony-Villa-del-Balbianello.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/wedding-ceremony-Villa-del-Balbianello.jpg" alt="wedding-ceremony-Villa-del-Balbianello" width="600" height="400" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3853" /></a><br />
<a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/gardenia-buttonhole-Lake-Como-weddings.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/gardenia-buttonhole-Lake-Como-weddings.jpg" alt="gardenia-buttonhole-Lake-Como-weddings" width="600" height="400" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3848" /></a><br />
<a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/blessing-ceremony-Villa-Balbianello-lake-Como.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/blessing-ceremony-Villa-Balbianello-lake-Como.jpg" alt="blessing-ceremony-Villa-Balbianello-lake-Como" width="600" height="400" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3854" /></a><br />
<a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/wedding-florist-villa-Balbianello-lake-Como.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/wedding-florist-villa-Balbianello-lake-Como.jpg" alt="wedding-florist-villa-Balbianello-lake-Como" width="600" height="400" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3856" /></a><br />
<a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/villa-del-Balbianello-wedding-planner1.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/villa-del-Balbianello-wedding-planner1.jpg" alt="villa-del-Balbianello-wedding-planner" width="600" height="400" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3857" /></a></p>
<p>For the reception we worked a lot at <strong>Cernobbio Villa</strong> to create a perfect atmosphere. It had to be perfect!<br />
After a long preparation the result  was magnificent.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/wedding-in-villa-Cernobbio-lake-Como.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/wedding-in-villa-Cernobbio-lake-Como.jpg" alt="wedding-in-villa-Cernobbio-lake-Como" width="600" height="400" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3858" /></a></p>
<p>The cocktail was served in a lateral terrace which was adorned with tables, buffets and flowers, while the dinner was arranged on the main terrace, with a long table for the couple and their close family and friends, surrounded by many other round tables.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/wedding-florist-Cernobbio-lake-Como.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/wedding-florist-Cernobbio-lake-Como.jpg" alt="wedding-florist-Cernobbio-lake-Como" width="600" height="400" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3867" /></a></p>
<p>Centerpieces were something to be remember. High chandeliers totally covered with greenery and enriched with cascades of precious orchids and ivory candles.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/wedding-flower-centerpieces-in-Cernobbio-Villa-lake-Como.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/wedding-flower-centerpieces-in-Cernobbio-Villa-lake-Como.jpg" alt="wedding-flower-centerpieces-in-Cernobbio-Villa-lake-Como" width="600" height="400" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3868" /></a></p>
<p>Antonin and Louise wanted a real party where music, dance and scenery had a leading role.<br />
For this reason, the band chosen for their event was great! It was made up with 11 musicians who involved the guests in dances and entertainment since the beginning of the aperitif.<br />
Wonderful Italian Food, dance and lot of fun!</p>
<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/wedding-party-lake-Como.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/wedding-party-lake-Como.jpg" alt="wedding-party-lake-Como" width="600" height="400" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3859" /></a><br />
<a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/wedding-singers-Lake-Como.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/wedding-singers-Lake-Como.jpg" alt="wedding-singers-Lake-Como" width="600" height="400" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3860" /></a><br />
<a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/wedding-musicians-lake-Como.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/wedding-musicians-lake-Como.jpg" alt="wedding-musicians-lake-Como" width="600" height="400" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3861" /></a></p>
<p>But our couple still wanted to surprise their guests with stunning <strong>fireworks</strong> on the Lake, accompanied by touching and romantic music. </p>
<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/fireworks-lake-Como.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/fireworks-lake-Como.jpg" alt="fireworks-lake-Como" width="600" height="400" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3866" /></a><br />
<a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/fireworks-in-Cernobbio-Villa-lake-Como.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/fireworks-in-Cernobbio-Villa-lake-Como.jpg" alt="fireworks-in-Cernobbio-Villa-lake-Como" width="600" height="400" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3865" /></a></p>
<p>And we do not have to forget the cut of the cake! It was totally unusual.<br />
For this special moment they decided to get on a stage and cut the cake at the rhythm of a Samba.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/wedding-cake-lake-Como.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/wedding-cake-lake-Como.jpg" alt="wedding-cake-lake-Como" width="600" height="400" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3862" /></a><br />
<a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/wedding-cake-floral-arrangements-lake-Como.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/wedding-cake-floral-arrangements-lake-Como.jpg" alt="wedding-cake-floral-arrangements-lake-Como" width="600" height="400" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3864" /></a><br />
<a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/outdoor-wedding-reception-lake-Como.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/outdoor-wedding-reception-lake-Como.jpg" alt="outdoor-wedding-reception-lake-Como" width="600" height="400" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-3863" /></a></p>
<p>After this special moment the party continued until late at night: a night that nobody will never forget.</p>
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She makes each client feel unique and she treats each wedding as if it were her own.</p>
<p>For any information about wedding to Villa del Balbianello and Cernobbio &#8211; please <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/italian-lakes-wedding-form.php">CONTACT US</a>.
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		<description><![CDATA[Today we are pleased to introduce you one of the most important news of the early 2010, a fantastic period residence which is going to enrich the offerings of location for wedding on Lake Orta: Villa Decio. Villa Decio is in Lortallo, an ancient village situated between Miasino and Ameno, near the Monastery of Monte [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Today we are pleased to introduce you  one of the most important news of the early 2010, a fantastic period residence which is going to enrich the offerings of location for wedding on Lake Orta: <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/lakeorta/villa-decio-weddings.html">Villa Decio</a>. </p>
<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/Villa-Decio-Lake-Orta-weddings.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/Villa-Decio-Lake-Orta-weddings.jpg" alt="Villa-Decio-Lake-Orta-weddings" title="Villa-Decio-Lake-Orta-weddings" width="575" height="431" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-2631" /></a></p>
<p><strong>Villa Decio</strong> is in Lortallo, an ancient village situated between Miasino and Ameno, near the <strong>Monastery of Monte Mesma</strong>.<br />
<a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/Wedding-venue-lake-Orta-Italy.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/Wedding-venue-lake-Orta-Italy.jpg" alt="Wedding-venue-lake-Orta-Italy" title="Wedding-venue-lake-Orta-Italy" width="280" height="350" class="left"/></a><br />
<strong>Lortallo</strong> is a little hidden gem of <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/lakeorta/lake-orta-weddings.html">Lake Orta</a>, outside the traditional tourist routes: Lortallo was once a place of some importance, that it had  a representative in the General Council of the Riviera di San Giulio and staying separate city until the early nineteenth century. </p>
<p>Here, more than any other place, time seems to stand still: in a walk in the quiet cobbled streets you can meets the <strong>Tower of Baldizzone</strong> (XIII century) and a group of medieval houses in the shadow of a massive block of villas arranged bunk and facing a precipice on Lake Orta. </p>
<p>In this exclusive environment <strong>Villa Decio</strong> is, a nineteenth century residence adorned with 3 terraced gardens, fully exposed towards the lake. </p>
<p>Inside the <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/lakeorta/villa-decio-weddings.html">Villa Decio</a> there are 3 rooms furnished with antiques, with a total capacity of 90 people. If you prefer to arrange your wedding party in the garden, the terrace at the top level is equipped with a fixed wrought iron framework which can accommodate up to 120 people.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/villa-Decio-outdoor-wedding-on-Lake-Orta.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/villa-Decio-outdoor-wedding-on-Lake-Orta.jpg" alt="villa-Decio-outdoor-wedding-on-Lake-Orta" title="villa-Decio-outdoor-wedding-on-Lake-Orta" width="575" height="399" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-2635" /></a></p>
<p>The second level, embellished with an Italian garden, is particularly suitable for a cocktail buffet. <span id="more-2547"></span></p>
<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/Villa-rental-Lake-Orta.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/Villa-rental-Lake-Orta.jpg" alt="Villa-rental-Lake-Orta" title="Villa-rental-Lake-Orta" width="575" height="395" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-2641" /></a></p>
<p>The lowest level of the garden is instead available for guests to set up a small living room from which to view the fantastic scenery in complete relax. </p>
<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/Villa-Decio-wedding-venue-Lake-Orta.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/Villa-Decio-wedding-venue-Lake-Orta.jpg" alt="Villa-Decio-wedding-venue-Lake-Orta" title="Villa-Decio-wedding-venue-Lake-Orta" width="575" height="389" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-2642" /></a></p>
<p>The highlight of <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/lakeorta/villa-decio-weddings.html">Villa Decio</a> is in fact its exceptional panoramic position. A breathtaking view that sweeps across <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/lakeorta/lake-orta-weddings.html">Lake Orta</a>, the island of San Giulio, Pella, Madonna del Sasso and the perennially snow-capped summit of Mount Rosa. </p>
<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/Weddings-in-Villa-Decio-lake-Orta.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/Weddings-in-Villa-Decio-lake-Orta.jpg" alt="Weddings-in-Villa-Decio-lake-Orta" title="Weddings-in-Villa-Decio-lake-Orta" width="575" height="387" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-2643" /></a></p>
<p>While the beauty of a painting shines thanks to the right place, <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/lakeorta/villa-decio-weddings.html">Villa Decio</a> could not enjoy a better context to assert its own characteristics: authenticity, exclusivity and breathtaking scenery. </p>
<p>For more information, availability and quote requests, please contact <strong>Villa Decio</strong> filling out the form below:<br />

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		<title>Autumn wedding in Varenna</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 31 Jan 2010 08:03:11 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>alessandra</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Most of our couples choose spring and summer periods for their wedding day and this a wonderful choice for sure. Although, I can say that autumn colours, light and atmosphere are something really unique too&#8230; On the 28th of October American Carolyn and David came over to celebrate their intimate and charming wedding in Varenna, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Most of our couples choose spring and summer periods for their wedding day and this a wonderful choice for sure.<br />
Although, I can say that autumn colours, light and atmosphere are something really unique too&#8230;</p>
<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/wedding-in-Varenna-lake-Como.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/wedding-in-Varenna-lake-Como.jpg" alt="wedding-in-Varenna-lake-Como" width="575" height="383" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1974" /></a></p>
<p>On the 28th of October American <strong>Carolyn and David</strong> came over to celebrate their intimate and charming wedding in <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/lake-como-weddings/from-california-to-lake-como-an-exclusive-wedding-in-varenna/">Varenna</a>, <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/lakecomo/lake-como-weddings.html">lake Como</a>.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/intimate-wedding-in-Varenna.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/intimate-wedding-in-Varenna.jpg" alt="intimate-wedding-in-Varenna" width="575" height="383" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1975" /></a></p>
<p>We suggested a <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/planning/ceremonies/civil-ceremony-italian-lakes.html">civil ceremony </a>in the morning followed by a lovely lunch on the open air.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/open-air-wedding-on-lake-Como1.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/open-air-wedding-on-lake-Como1.jpg" alt="open-air-wedding-on-lake-Como" width="575" height="383" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1977" /></a></p>
<p>The weather was sunny and warm and Carolyn didn’t need anything to cover her shoulders showing her beautiful <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/bridalservices/wedding-dress-italy.php">bridal dress</a>!</p>
<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/civil-ceremony-in-Varenna-Lake-Como.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/civil-ceremony-in-Varenna-Lake-Como.jpg" alt="civil-ceremony-in-Varenna-Lake-Como" width="575" height="383" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1978" /></a></p>
<p>The <strong>civil ceremony</strong> was held on the small lake view terrace with the sound of a <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/planning/wedding-music/classical-solo-violinist.php">violin</a> in the background.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/wedding-in-villa-with-lake-view-terrace.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/wedding-in-villa-with-lake-view-terrace.jpg" alt="wedding-in-villa-with-lake-view-terrace" width="575" height="383" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1979" /></a></p>
<p>Bride and Groom were both beautiful and moved. They promised each other endless love looking at the immensity of the Lake. <span id="more-1973"></span></p>
<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/bridal-bouquet-in-Varenna.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/bridal-bouquet-in-Varenna.jpg" alt="bridal-bouquet-in-Varenna" width="575" height="383" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1980" /></a></p>
<p>After the vows and rings exchange our great photographer <strong>Desdemona</strong> lead the newlyweds around <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/lake-como-weddings/destination-weddings-in-varenna/">Varenna</a> to take special pictures and catching wonderful moments.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/church-wedding-in-Varenna-lake-Como.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/church-wedding-in-Varenna-lake-Como.jpg" alt="church-wedding-in-Varenna-lake-Como" width="575" height="383" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1981" /></a></p>
<p>In the meanwhile guests sipped champagne, mingled and hanged around beautiful Villa gardens.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/wedding-aperitif-at-villa-dei-cipressi1.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/wedding-aperitif-at-villa-dei-cipressi1.jpg" alt="wedding-aperitif-at-villa-dei-cipressi" width="575" height="383" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1983" /></a><br />
<a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/wedding-at-villa-cipressi-varenna-lake-como.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/wedding-at-villa-cipressi-varenna-lake-como.jpg" alt="wedding-at-villa-cipressi-varenna-lake-como" width="575" height="383" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1984" /></a></p>
<p>Everything was ready for lunch: generous weather allowed an <strong>outdoor reception</strong> by of the main ancient fountain where petals romantically floated.<br />
There was just a single royal table where all the guests sat down together.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/outdoor-reception-in-varenna-lake-como.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/outdoor-reception-in-varenna-lake-como.jpg" alt="outdoor-reception-in-varenna-lake-como" width="575" height="383" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1985" /></a></p>
<p>White tablecloths and chairs, hydrangea and roses decorations with some lilac spots, made all elegant and fine.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/wedding-dinner-restaurant-in-Varenna-lake-Como.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/wedding-dinner-restaurant-in-Varenna-lake-Como.jpg" alt="wedding-dinner-restaurant-in-Varenna-lake-Como" width="575" height="383" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1986" /></a></p>
<p>The meal was delicious!<br />
For cut of  mimosa wedding cake and toasts, the bridegroom and guests moved under the bower, another lovely area of these incredible garden.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/wedding-cake-in-Varenna-lake-Como.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/wedding-cake-in-Varenna-lake-Como.jpg" alt="wedding-cake-in-Varenna-lake-Como" width="575" height="383" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1987" /></a></p>
<p>After this special moment guests relaxed and tasted specialties of the desserts buffet.<br />
Whole reception and afternoon was accompanied by a soft classical and jazz music played by our skillful dj.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/romantic-wedding-in-villa-lake-Como.jpg"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/romantic-wedding-in-villa-lake-Como.jpg" alt="romantic-wedding-in-villa-lake-Como" width="575" height="383" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1988" /></a></p>
<p>For 2010 just think about your autumnal wedding, it could be such a wonderful idea!</p>
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<p>All Images &copy; <strong>Desdemona Varon photographer</strong>.  For more information please <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/italian-lakes-wedding-form.php">contact us</a>.</p>
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<blockquote class="wp"><p><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/ale_ilw.jpg" alt="lake-como-wedding-planner" title="lake-como-wedding-planner" width="150" height="191" class="left"/><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/lake-como-weddings/introducing-alessandra-fabi-lake-como-wedding-and-event-planner/">Alessandra Fabi</a> is the Italian Lakes Wedding’s coordinator for <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/lakegarda/lake-garda-weddings.html">Lake Garda</a> and <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/lakecomo/lake-como-weddings.html">lake Como</a> area. If your idea of wedding is refined, sophisticated and with a special attention to details, she’s your perfect wedding planner!<br />
She makes each client feel unique and she treats each wedding as if it were her own.</p>
<p>For more information about weddings in Varenna &#8211; Lake Como &#8211; please <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/italian-lakes-wedding-form.php">contact us</a>.
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		<title>A Magic Wedding on Lake Maggiore</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 08 Dec 2009 14:55:30 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>valentina</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[After Suzanne and Christopher, Loretta and Scott, Nicky and Chris we are on Lake Maggiore again to tell you about another magic wedding: Simone and Stephans&#8217; wedding. They were such a lovely couple coming from Zurich, Switzerland. First of all a big thank you to Andrea and Marcus a great couple of Swiss photographers that [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>After Suzanne and Christopher, Loretta and Scott, Nicky and Chris we are on <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/lakemaggiore/lake-maggiore-weddings.html">Lake Maggiore</a> again to tell you about another magic wedding: <strong>Simone and Stephans&#8217; wedding</strong>. They were such a lovely couple coming from <strong>Zurich, Switzerland</strong>.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/simone_stephan_0793.jpg" alt="Simone &amp; Stephan’s wedding on Lake Maggiore" width="575" height="382" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1640" /></p>
<p>First of all a big thank you to <a href="http://www.tag7.ch/">Andrea and Marcus</a> a great couple of Swiss photographers that kindly put on disposal their great images of Simone and Stephan&#8217;s wedding. A vintage and really unconventional service that we found really unique. The yellow shade gives to images a sense of warm and cosy brightness.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/simone_stephan_1063.jpg" alt="Tag7 wedding photographers Zurich" width="640" height="390" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1641" /></p>
<p>Simone and Stephan wanted a unique and unforgettable wedding. They looked for a real elegant and Italian style event to give their day a touch of glamour. After visiting many venue they choose Lake Maggiore and little town of Pallanza.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/simone_stephan_0115.jpg" alt="simone_stephan_0115" width="575" height="382" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1642" /></p>
<p>Bride and groom opted for a religious ceremony to <strong>Sacro Monte church</strong> in Ghiffa and a wonderful reception to <strong>Villa Rusconi Clerici</strong> in Pallanza just few minutes far from the church.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/simone_stephan_1134.jpg" alt="Wedding rings in Italy" width="575" height="383" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1643" /></p>
<p>For all guests Simone and Stephan wanted a week end long event.<br />
They started with a lovely dinner on friday night in a traditional pizzeria facing the lake.<br />
Saturday the day of the wedding they decided for a big party to Villa Rusconi sipping champagne, delicious Italian cuisine and fun dances up to early hours of Sunday.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/Wedding-to-Grand-Hotel-Majestic-Lake-Maggiore.jpg" alt="Wedding-to-Grand-Hotel-Majestic-Lake-Maggiore" width="640" height="480" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1644" /></p>
<p>The big day of Saturday begun early in the morning to <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/bridalservices/italian-restaurant-for-weddings.php?ORDERID=75">Grand Hotel Majestic</a> where the group stayed for all the wedding week end.<br />
Dividing herself among make up and hair trial Simone spend some hours with her mother and maid of honor Rachel.<br />
On late morning they all reached Ghiffa where all guests and Stephan were waiting for them.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/simone_stephan_0692.jpg" alt="simone_stephan_0692" width="575" height="382" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1645" /></p>
<p>Simone and Stephan got married in the tiny romantic 1600 church of <strong>Sacro Monte of Ghiffa</strong>.<br />
Floral decorations were arranged by <strong>Manuela</strong> the floral designers who works in partnership with <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/bridalservices/weddingflorist.php?ORDERID=11">La Piccola Selva</a>.<br />
Roses were main flowers. Arrangement at the church included external columns, pews, balusters, and aisle to the altar totally covered with rose petals. <span id="more-1639"></span></p>
<p><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/Wedding-to-Sacro-Monte-Church-Ghiffa.jpg" alt="Wedding-to-Sacro-Monte-Church-Ghiffa" width="640" height="480" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1646" /></p>
<p><strong>Sacro Monte of Ghiffa</strong> is an evocative complex of churches and chapels and it is the perfect frame for great wedding pictures as the ones that Andrea and Marcus of <a href="http://www.tag7.ch/">Tag7</a> took.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/simone_stephan_0325.jpg" alt="Wedding aperitif outside the Sacro Monte Church Ghiffa" width="575" height="383" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1647" /></p>
<p>The view on <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/lakemaggiore/lake-maggiore-weddings.html">Lake Maggiore</a> from Sacro Monte is really breathtaking. It is just here that after the ceremony bride and and groom decided to offer a little aperitif for their guests, just on the shades of seculars trees of Natural Park.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/Villa-Rusconi-florist-Verbania.jpg" alt="Villa-Rusconi-florist-Verbania" width="640" height="480" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1651" /></p>
<p>After ceremony and aperitif a very elegant reception to <strong>Villa Rusconi Clerici</strong> in Pallanza followed.<br />
The scenery was great and arrangements really sophisticated. </p>
<p><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/Baby-Pink-Bouquet.jpg" alt="Baby-Pink-Bouquet" width="640" height="481" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1652" /></p>
<p>Simone choose as theme color baby pink with shades between white and pink.<br />
This theme was the same for wedding flowers and wedding stationery.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/Tableau-Villa-Rusconi-Verbania.jpg" alt="Tableau-Villa-Rusconi-Verbania" width="640" height="481" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1653" /></p>
<p>Names-cards, tables names and table chart were all in the same color.<br />
The table chart has been realized using great buxus vases enriched with hazelnuts branches to create a nice support for lovely pink envelopes. There was an envelope for each guest telling him or her the seat.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/Flower-centerpiece-Villa-Rusconi.jpg" alt="Flower-centerpiece-Villa-Rusconi" width="640" height="481" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1654" /></p>
<p>Photographers had a lot of fun the lovely details of the arrangements: there were so many of them!<br />
Not to forget the Villa Rusconi atmosphere, unique and evocative.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/simone_stephan_0418.jpg" alt="Lakefront wedding cocktail at Villa Rusconi Clerici" width="575" height="383" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1655" /></p>
<p>Around mid afternoon a second aperitif was served just by the lake shores in the villa&#8217;s garden.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/Catering-Villa-Rusconi-Verbania.jpg" alt="Catering-Villa-Rusconi-Verbania" width="640" height="481" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1657" /></p>
<p>Cocktail was served together with Italian finger food: parmigiano, cheese with nuts, mussels and lake fish up to a wonderful fruit tart totally covered with almond coming from Sicily.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/simone_stephan_0901.jpg" alt="Villa Rusconi dinner" width="575" height="382" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1658" /></p>
<p>The party followed inside the wonderful pavilion of Villa Rusconi where dinner was served.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/simone_stephan_1136.jpg" alt="Romantic Wedding on Lake Maggiore" width="575" height="383" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1659" /></p>
<p>A romantic sunset on the lake and a great night came with the gourmand dinner.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/Wedding-Cake-Verbania.jpg" alt="Wedding-Cake-Verbania" width="640" height="481" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1660" /></p>
<p>For their wedding cake Simone and Stephan wanted the precise replica of an cake they saw some months before which simply loved.<br />
Thanks to maitre chocolatier <strong>Costantino Guardia</strong> this was possible.<br />
They had a great 7 tiers cake which was decorated in every single detail. It seemed covered with laces.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/Wedding-Buffet-Verbania.jpg" alt="Wedding-Buffet-Verbania" width="640" height="480" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1661" /></p>
<p>Guests had another surprise with the delicious sweets buffet and dances in the cellar of the villa and even a pizza party!<br />
Villa has an ancient oven where a pizza maker can cook pizzas to create a very amusing conclusion to your party.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/simone_stephan_0474.jpg" alt="simone_stephan_0474" width="575" height="383" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1662" /></p>
<p>But surprises are not finished!<br />
Out in the park of the villa bridegroom and their guests had the occasion to en-lit a fly lantern each, making a wish and let it going in the air.</p>
<p>Lake Maggiore sky was full of little lanterns&#8230;.a wonderful sight for a magic night!</p>
<hr />All Images &copy;  <a href="http://www.tag7.ch/">Tag7</a> © All rights reserved.<br />
Learn more about Andrea and Marcus of Studio Tag7 visiting <a href="http://www.tag7.ch/">www.tag7.ch</a></p>
<blockquote class="wp"><p><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/valentina1.jpg" alt="Valentina Lombardi Wedding Planner" title="Valentina Lombardi Wedding Planner" width="185" height="210" class="left"/><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wedding-planning/what-about-weddings-an-interview-with-valentina-lombardi/">Valentina Lombardi</a> is the <strong>Italian Lakes Wedding</strong> coordinator for <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/lakeorta/lake-orta-weddings.html">Lake Orta</a> and <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/lakemaggiore/lake-maggiore-weddings.html">Lake Maggiore</a> area. </p>
<p>She follows Italian and foreign bridegrooms who wish to celebrate their wedding in Piemonte and Italian Lakes area. </p>
<p>Valentina is Italian; she has worked in event organization business for years before becoming a wedding planner.</p>
<p>For more information about weddings on Lake Maggiore, please <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/italian-lakes-wedding-form.php">contact us</a>.</p></blockquote>
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		<title>Fairly tale wedding to Hotel Conca Azzurra</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 18 Nov 2009 22:35:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>valentina</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[After the wedding to Villa San Martino we come back to Lombardy side of Lake Maggiore. This time we are going South. Here you will find sweet hills going smoothly towards the lake. This are is very well known from nature and water sports lovers. There are also artistic and cultural places to visit such [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>After the wedding to <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wedding-ceremonies/the-romance-of-a-pregnant-bride-on-lake-varese/">Villa San Martino</a> we come back to Lombardy side of <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/lakemaggiore/lake-maggiore-weddings.html">Lake Maggiore</a>. This time we are going South. Here you will find sweet hills going smoothly towards the lake. This are is very well known from nature and water sports lovers. There are also artistic and cultural places to visit such as historic residence of <strong>Villa della Porta Bozzolo</strong> with its grand Italian gardens or Rocca di Angera, great Borromeo family castle or even <strong>Santa Caterina del Sasso</strong>, a monastery on rocks peak.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/Santa-Caterina-del-Sasso-Wedding.jpg" alt="Santa-Caterina-del-Sasso-Wedding" width="575" height="371" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1539" /></p>
<p>Right in this green area you will find a lovely venue for your wedding on the lake: <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/bridalservices/italian-restaurant-for-weddings.php?ORDERID=78">Hotel Conca Azzurra</a> in Ranco close to Varese.<br />
A wonderful view, a wonderful garden with many flowers and delicious cuisine will welcome you.<br />
These are the main features of <strong>Hotel Conca Azzurra</strong>, a pretty venue for your wedding if you are thinking of getting married on Lake Maggiore.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/lakeview-restaurant-Lago-Maggiore.jpg" alt="lakeview-restaurant-Lago-Maggiore" width="575" height="394" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1540" /></p>
<p>Let&#8217; s see together all the pearls of the hotel.<br />
The <strong>great view on the lake</strong>: from here you could see the center of the Lake and great chain of Mt. Zeda. You could enjoy this perfect panorama in every month of the year from <strong>Restaurant La Veranda</strong>. During summer season it opens completely becoming a open air terrace for romantic dinners under the stars.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/lakefront-wedding-reception.jpg" alt="lakefront-wedding-reception" width="575" height="382" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1541" /></p>
<p><strong>La Veranda restaurant</strong> offer a high level cuisine with local and traditional dishes of the Lake Maggiore and surrounding countryside. It has a very good service and wide cellar with selected wines for every request.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/restaurant-lakeview-garden.jpg" alt="restaurant-lakeview-garden" width="575" height="439" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1542" /></p>
<p>You could sip your <strong>aperitif</strong> or arrange an informal <strong>buffet reception</strong> in the wide garden with lovely view on the lake. You will be surrounded by palms and flowers and you will taste delicious lake fish and Piedmont wines. <span id="more-1538"></span></p>
<p><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/Buffet-aperitif-on-Lago-Maggiore.jpg" alt="Buffet-aperitif-on-Lago-Maggiore" width="575" height="449" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1543" /></p>
<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/bridalservices/italian-restaurant-for-weddings.php?ORDERID=78">Hotel Restaurant Conca Azzurra</a> can host reception up to 200 guests.<br />
The area is available for just one wedding per day with the possibility to have the venue on complete disposal during the wedding day.<br />
Hotel Conca Azzurra has also a wonderful <strong>Wellness and Beauty Center</strong> named Il Canneto, a wide parking area and an independent entrance for bridegroom and their guests to park and terrace.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/Hotel-Conca-Azzurra-Weddings.jpg" alt="Hotel-Conca-Azzurra-Weddings" width="498" height="660" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1544" /></p>
<p>If you will choose <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/bridalservices/italian-restaurant-for-weddings.php?ORDERID=78">Hotel Restaurant Conca Azzurra</a> for your wedding you will surely have a lovely party in a peaceful and green place. You will enjoy a perfect wedding day with the great view on <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/lakemaggiore/lake-maggiore-weddings.html">Lake Maggiore</a> and some relaxing moments on the  garden that goes towards the swimming pool and <strong>private beach</strong> on the lake.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/Wedding-Hotel-Conca-Azzurra-Lago-Maggiore.jpg" alt="Wedding-Hotel-Conca-Azzurra-Lago-Maggiore" width="575" height="431" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1545" /></p>
<p>As <strong>special gift</strong> for our bridegrooms: first night and breakfast on the terrace of the room in one of the superior rooms of the hotel.<br />
A fairy tale wedding to <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/bridalservices/italian-restaurant-for-weddings.php?ORDERID=78">Hotel Conca Azzurra</a> &#8230;<strong>a night like a princess and a breakfast like a queen</strong>.</p>
<blockquote class="wp"><p><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/Vale_nov2009.jpg" alt="Italian-Lakes-Wedding-Planner" title="Italian-Lakes-Wedding-Planner" width="200" height="304" class="left"/><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wedding-planning/what-about-weddings-an-interview-with-valentina-lombardi/">Valentina Lombardi</a> is the <strong>Italian Lakes Wedding</strong> coordinator for <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/lakeorta/lake-orta-weddings.html">Lake Orta</a> and <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/lakemaggiore/lake-maggiore-weddings.html">Lake Maggiore</a> area. </p>
<p>She follows Italian and foreign bridegrooms who wish to celebrate their wedding in Piemonte and Italian Lakes area. </p>
<p>Valentina is Italian; she has worked in event organization business for years before becoming a wedding planner.</p>
<p>For more information about weddings on Lake Maggiore, please <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/italian-lakes-wedding-form.php">contact us</a>.</p></blockquote>
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		<title>Country Wedding at Bellinzona Castles</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 06 Sep 2009 20:47:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>valentina</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Lake Maggiore area is a wonderful area with many different characteristics. It is surely known all over the world for Borromeo Gulf scenery and pretty villages on the coast. If you are planning your wedding on Lake Maggiore why don&#8217;t you take in consideration another opportunity&#8230; A country wedding. We are pleased to give you [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/lakemaggiore/lake-maggiore-weddings.html">Lake Maggiore</a> area is a wonderful area with many different characteristics.  It is surely known all over the world for <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/lake-maggiore-weddings/destination-weddings-in-borromean-islands/">Borromeo Gulf</a> scenery and pretty villages on the coast.<br />
If you are planning your wedding on Lake Maggiore why don&#8217;t you take in consideration another opportunity&#8230; <strong>A country wedding</strong>.<br />
We are pleased to give you some ideas.  A monk <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/lake-maggiore-weddings/wedding-venues-around-stresa-and-arona/">ancient abbey</a> close to Arona, <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/lake-maggiore-weddings/save-the-date-open-day-to-castello-of-massino-visconti-–-saturday-11-july-2009/">Massino Visconti Castle</a>, a medieval fortress on Stresa hills with amazing view on the lake, an agritourism on Monterosso, or even Verbania mountains with horses ranch and typical production of sausages, cheeses and a 360 view on the lake.  </p>
<p>Today we would like to tell you about a place a little far from here. Going up on Lake Maggiore towards <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/lake-maggiore-weddings/discovering-villas-from-verbania-to-switzerland-border/">Switzerland</a>, passing wonderful coastal towns of Ascona and Locarno you can reach to extreme North Lake town of <strong>Bellinzona</strong> is.<br />
This is the country wedding destination on the lake we would like to tell you about. </p>
<p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/italianlakeswedding/3893317635/" title="castle of Bellinzona wedding by Italian Lakes Wedding, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2440/3893317635_7a7c182378_o.jpg" width="575" height="462" alt="castle of Bellinzona wedding" class="aligncenter size"/></a> </p>
<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/bridalservices/italian-wedding-photographer.php?ORDERID=41">Raffaello Mazzoleni photographer</a> was there for <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/italian-wedding-planners.html">Italian Lakes Wedding Team</a>. He gave us the entire footage in few days, quick as he usually does.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/italianlakeswedding/3893319211/" title="Lake Maggiore Country Wedding by Italian Lakes Wedding, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2504/3893319211_5f53b245bc_o.jpg" width="575" height="396" alt="Lake Maggiore Country Wedding" class="aligncenter size"/></a></p>
<p>Even if <strong>Raffaello Mazzoleni</strong> is a <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/photography/an-important-award-for-raffaello-mazzoleni-photographer/">WPJA member</a>, sometimes he also loves taking posed photos when couples ask for them. This service is the right combination between reportage style and a classical wedding service.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/italianlakeswedding/3893319733/" title="Lake Maggiore Castle Wedding by Italian Lakes Wedding, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3433/3893319733_5bce80fef8_o.jpg" width="575" height="372" alt="Lake Maggiore Castle Wedding" class="aligncenter size"/></a></p>
<p><strong>Natascia and Paolo</strong> are the main characters of the event. They celebrated their civil ceremony to Bisca town hall and arranged their reception to follow in the wonderful scenery of Castles of Bellinzona, in Canton Ticino. </p>
<p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/italianlakeswedding/3894109660/" title="Castle Wedding in Switzerland by Italian Lakes Wedding, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2607/3894109660_7508566fa8_o.jpg" width="575" height="416" alt="Castle Wedding in Switzerland" class="aligncenter size"/></a></p>
<p>Castles of Bellinsona are divided in three fortress.<br />
First one is closer to <strong>Castelgrande</strong> town and it has two towers Torre Bianca (WhiteTower) and Torre Nera (Black Tower) On highest hill there is <strong>Castle of Montebello</strong>. Most of the pictures Raffaello took show this lovely spot. The biggest castle is <strong>Castle of Sasso Corbaro</strong> that overlooks all the others. It was built by Duke of Milan in 1479. View here is wonderful and it embraces entire <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/lakemaggiore/lake-maggiore-weddings.html">Lake Maggiore</a> area.<br />
Natascia and Paolo choose the restaurant inside the lovely castle for their wedding reception. Buffet reception was held under vines pergolas in the courtyard of the castle itself. Food was very good and 4 heart shaped cakes were just delicious. <strong>Bellinzona wines</strong> are very special!<br />
Right coast of Canton Ticino is exposed to sun rays and this makes grape production very easy. Among the most famous wines of the area we remember Red Merlot DOC of Ticino and White Chardonnaly Doc of Ticino. </p>
<p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/italianlakeswedding/3893321367/" title="Wedding reception at Bellinzona Castle by Italian Lakes Wedding, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2604/3893321367_8a4d21f769_o.jpg" width="575" height="576" alt="Wedding reception at Bellinzona Castle" class="aligncenter size"/></a> </p>
<p><strong>Bellinzona Castles</strong> are a sort of barrier between Alps and Lake Maggiore. Duke of Milan decided to build this complex during 1400 to contrast Swiss troups invading the territory. They still have high walls, towers and battlements and they still represent a good testimony of medieval architecture on Alps. In year 2000 the entire area has been declared World Umanity Patrimony by <strong>Unesco</strong>.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/italianlakeswedding/3894111002/" title="Castelli di Bellinzona by Italian Lakes Wedding, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3531/3894111002_3cef7e1d1c_o.jpg" width="575" height="700" alt="Castelli di Bellinzona" class="aligncenter size"/></a></p>
<p><strong>Raffaello Mazzoleni</strong> was able to capture in his pictures the dramatic atmosphere of the area: castle, cloulds, sky, cliffs and green all around. <span id="more-1248"></span></p>
<p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/italianlakeswedding/3893322637/" title="Raffaello Mazzoleni Wedding photographer in Bellinzona by Italian Lakes Wedding, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3513/3893322637_1ddaa9d913_o.jpg" width="575" height="453" alt="Raffaello Mazzoleni Wedding photographer in Bellinzona" class="aligncenter size"/></a></p>
<p>We would like to thank <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/bridalservices/italian-wedding-photographer.php?ORDERID=41">Raffaello Mazzoleni</a> for the great work he did to document all the event.  But this is not all. We will come back very soon speaking about <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/country-wedding/langhe-region-a-perfect-choice-for-a-country-wedding-in-piedmont/">Country Wedding</a> on Lake Maggiore.<br />
Stay tuned!</p>
<blockquote class="wp"><p><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/valentina.jpg" alt="Valentina Lombardi Wedding Planner" width="275" height="289" class="left"/><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wedding-planning/what-about-weddings-an-interview-with-valentina-lombardi/">Valentina Lombardi</a> is the <strong>Italian Lakes Wedding</strong> coordinator for <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/lakeorta/lake-orta-weddings.html">Lake Orta</a> and <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/lakemaggiore/lake-maggiore-weddings.html">Lake Maggiore</a> area. She follows Italian and foreign bridegrooms who wish to celebrate their wedding in Piemonte and Italian Lakes area.<br />
Valentina is Italian; she has worked in event organization business for years before becoming a wedding planner.</p>
<p>For more information about Country Weddings on Lake Maggiore please <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/italian-lakes-wedding-form.php">contact us</a>.</p></blockquote>
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		<title>Aperitif on the lakeshore at the Hotel Ristorante L’Approdo</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Flower designers like myself consider that flower arranging in a location can be one of the most creative moments of a wedding reception. The table centre is an essential element which often distinguishes the style of the event, as do the floral decorations for the aperitif or buffet. Clearly, quite apart from the flowers and [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/bridalservices/weddingflorist.php?ORDERID=11">Flower designers</a> like myself consider that flower arranging in a location can be  one of the most creative moments of a wedding reception. The table centre is an essential element which often distinguishes the style of the event, as do the floral decorations for the aperitif or buffet. </p>
<p><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/lake-front-aperirif-centerpiece.jpg" alt="lake-front-aperitif-centerpiece" width="600" height="374" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1062" /></p>
<p>Clearly, quite apart from the flowers and finger food, the ambiance is of major importance too. Your wedding reception on <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/lakeorta/lake-orta-weddings.html">Lake Orta</a> deserves the <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/bridalservices/italian-restaurant-for-weddings.php?ORDERID=82">Ristorante Hotel L’Approdo</a> at Pettenasco which offers a stunning gazebo on the lake shore, with a view over the Bagnera Gulf and the Orta promontory, with <strong>Villa Crespi’s evocative minaret</strong> standing out on the horizon.   </p>
<p><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/hotel-approdo-florist.jpg" alt="hotel-approdo-florist" width="600" height="400" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1061" /></p>
<p><strong>Maria and Simone</strong> are a Hispano-Italian couple who chose the <strong>Hotel L’Approdo</strong> for their wedding reception. They decided on two large floral arrangements placed on a tall tapering glass base  for the aperitif table. I wanted the most natural, free style possible on this occasion, with dominating shades of pink and white.<br />
The finishing touch was given by the pink <strong>Gypsophila</strong> and the <strong>Godetia</strong>, a gorgeous summer flower which is not all that well known but is extremely versatile. <span id="more-1060"></span><br />
Not only is  Godetia a flower of genuine simplicity but it is also most effective and, believe it or not, very good value for money. That is why I always advise my brides to use flowers that are in season for their weddings, they will remain fresh longer and they will be remarkably cost effective too!  </p>
<blockquote class="wp"><p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/author/monika/"><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/04/monika_ilw.jpg" alt="Italian Wedding Florist" width="150" height="200" class="left"/>Monika Andenmatten</a> is <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/bridalservices/weddingflorist.php?ORDERID=11">La Piccola Selva’s floral designer</a>.<br />
Based in lake Orta, has worked with brides for over 20 years to create floral arrangements for weddings in the Italian Lakes district.</p>
<p>For more information about wedding flower arrangements on Lake Orta and Lake Maggiore please <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/italian-lakes-wedding-form.php">contact us</a>.
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		<title>Wedding in Malcesine: like a King and Queen</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 21:27:21 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Malcesine, is an ancient town part of Veneto Region and very close to Trentino Alto Adige.This beautiful place with its 3400 lucky residents, lies directly on the oriental side of Lake Garda with a breathtaking view and it develops around the majestic Scaliger Castle and the historical Palace of the Captains. All the area has [...]]]></description>
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<p><strong>Malcesin</strong>e, is an ancient town part of Veneto Region and very close to Trentino Alto Adige.This beautiful place with its 3400 lucky residents, lies directly on the oriental side of <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/lakegarda/lake-garda-weddings.html">Lake Garda</a> with a breathtaking view and it develops around the majestic <strong>Scaliger Castle</strong> and the historical <strong>Palace of the Captains</strong>.<br />
All the area has perfectly preserved its ancient and medieval origins. The Castle was probably built before 500 AD, destroyed on 509AD and again rebuilt.<br />
His actual name  of Scaliger Castle (Castello Scaligeri) was given around 1387 and on 1902 this incredible construction was declared National Monument.<br />
The fact that the Castle is a property of the <strong>Town Hall</strong>, it’s a great opportunity for all the couples who desire to get married in Malcesine!</p>
<p><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/02-malcesine-wedding-castle.jpg" alt="malcesine-scaligeri-castle" width="320" height="482" class="left"/>For sure this is one of the few locations on the Lakesides that allow the celebration of civil recognized ceremonies in such a suggestive way,  facing the lake on the ancient and fabulous terrace.<br />
But no worries in case of bad weather: adjacent to the terrace there are beautiful rooms with big windows where wedding ceremony can be alternatively celebrated.</p>
<p>Another rare chance of Malcesine Castle, is due to the possibility of having a buffet after the civil ceremony directly there on the terrace or in one room inside in a medieval and refined atmosphere to toast with your family and friends! This is very romantic and comfortable for both newlyweds and their guests…</p>
<p>The area is also famous for the mild and sunny climate that guarantees beautiful special events and funny holidays all year round. You’ll be enchanted by the unique landscape rich of water, hills, mountains, olive trees and lush Mediterranean vegetation.<br />
For those couples who are looking for a classic dinner reception after the wedding, Malcesine and its surroundings offer different options suitable for all budgets and needs.<br />
Just above the Castle an historical restaurant opens its doors to your event and the exquisite staff will be honored  to serve your meals in the beautiful room &#8211; terrace overlooking the lake in a magical atmosphere.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/04-malcesine-wedding-planner.jpg" alt="malcesine-wedding-planner" width="640" height="474" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-571" /></p>
<p>Various high standard Hotels are available in the nearby, to continue the wedding day for those couples who are looking for refined food, excellent service, professional waitresses and sommeliers. <span id="more-568"></span></p>
<p>Many charming <strong>Agritourism</strong> immersed in the nature are pleased to welcome your wedding reception if you’re looking for a country-chic style,  that perfectly fit with genuine food, bucolic context and presence of children. The idea of using typical Italian products of the Agritourism as wedding favors will be also very appreciated!</p>
<p><img src="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/03-malcesine-wedding-photographer.jpg" alt="malcesine-wedding-photographer" width="640" height="474" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-572" /></p>
<p>While half an hour distance by car majestic portcullis open the sight to typical Veneto style ancient Villas for a classic, elegant party, to feel like a Queen and its King…<br />
Your wedding in an ancient italian Castle overlooking a splendid Lake as Garda one, it’s not a dream anymore!</p>
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<blockquote class="magazinequote">All Images &copy; <strong>Mauro Pozzer</strong>.<br />
Mauro Pozzer was born in Vicenza and he’s a Lake Garda lover.<br />
He’s a wedding photographer with a long experience in ceremonial photography.<br />
His unique style captures the events and its unique details emphasizing with his shots emotions and expressions of each special event.<br />
For a gallery of wedding reportages please visit his website <a href="http://www.mauropozzer.com/">www.mauropozzer.com</a></p></blockquote>
<p><a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/blog/author/angela-and-katiuscia/">Angela and Katiuscia</a> both work on Veneto region and Lake Garda. They will take you to discover traditions, savors and colors of Veneto region, not only on Lake Garda!<br />
They can help and support you for a dream wedding on other wonderful locations such as Venice, Verona and Veneto gorgeous countryside where you could taste some of best wines of Italy.<br />
For more information about Weddings in Malcesine please <a href="http://www.italianlakeswedding.com/italian-lakes-wedding-form.php">contact us</a>.</p>
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