Italian Lakes Wedding Planner

All the readers who follow us will have noticed the wonderful images that accompany Stefania’s posts, our wedding planner for Lake Bracciano. Many of her works are photographed by Alessandro Zingone, a photographer specialized in weddings in this beautiful lake and on the outskirts of Rome.

The studio of Alessandro Zingone is directly in Bracciano, just below the Odescalchi castle walls, famous for hosting the wedding of Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes.

The photographic style of Alessandro Zingone, based on the most absolute spontaneity goes well beyond the usual concepts of wedding photography: thanks to a clever post production, its images are transformed into works of art, full of colors and shades, full of intensity and pathos.

The recent post by Stefania A romantic church on Lake Bracciano, dedicated to the marriage of Francesca and Pigi on Lake Bracciano, is a perfect demonstration of the style and technique of Alessandro Zingone.

Lake Bracciano is a short distance from Rome, where Alessandro Zingone often works as a wedding photographer.
Have a look at these images taken at the Circo Massimo Rome, Villa d’Este in Tivoli and Ostia Lido beach near Rome. Continue Reading »

Let’s have a quick look at the italian- english wedding of Federica and Andy which took place at the Santa Marinella Odescalchi castle, which overlooks the sea and which is owned by the same nobiliar family of the Odescalchi castle located in lake Bracciano.

The theme color was the glamorous pink in all its gradations, from the bucolic decorations of the ceremony in the inner court, to the refined centerpieces.

The atmosphere was absolutely unique and we all had the chance to admire a gorgeous sunset by the sea… so romantic.

Thank you again to the photographer Alessandro Zingone who gave us the chance to have this first glance on this wedding in a very quick time.

First of all I wish to tell you that lake Bracciano is a lake of volcanic origin, 32 km (20 mi) northwest of Rome. It is the second largest lake in the region (second only to Lake Bolsena) and one of the major and cleanest lakes of Italy.

The area is very interesting from different points of view, here you can enjoy all kinds of sports connected to water, you can do naturalistic tours in the Bracciano and Martignano natural reserve, you can visit the etruscan area of Tuscania and least but not last, you can easily reach Rome with all its beauties with a fast train in about 20 minutes.
This makes Bracciano the perfect place in case you wish to match the desire to organize your special wedding in the romantic environment of a beautiful lake and the opportunity to visit one of the most beautiful cities of the world.

During your visit in Rome – the eternal city – you may admire the majesty of the Colosseo, the huge Pantheon, the Campidoglio at sunset, the Roman Forum in the flattening afternoon light ….timeless wonders that over the past centuries have make this city a destination for anyone who loves history and admires the artistic capacities of man….this from a cultural point of view.

At the same time, it is a place where you can choose among a large variety of restaurants of any kind, from the most popular Osterie romane to the elegant terraces with gorgeous views. Continue Reading »

Lake Garda is the largest Italian lake, so large as to seem a sea. One of the advertising slogan says, The Lake Garda, more than a sea. The Garda in fact, more than the other lakes of northern Italy, has a “marine”connotation and a vocation. Where for marine is intended the atmosphere created by the presence of beautiful equipped beaches, the endless opportunities to play sports, the good food and the many facilities for young people. In particular, good food can count on excellent local produce: delicious olive oil, fresh-water fish, citrus fruits, vegetables and wine.

At the northern end of this “small sea”, where the Garda ends and just beyond to the Brenta Dolomites, lies the picturesque town of Riva del Garda. Its mild Mediterranean climate, its beautiful sunny beaches and its beautiful old town of Riva del Garda have made an internationally known tourist destination since the late nineteenth century. From the harbour, which overlooks the square and the tower Apponale, develops the medieval part of town with its narrow cobbled streets lined with boutiques and cafes, Venetian palaces, arcades and octagonal Baroque church.
Not far away is the Scaligera Fortress, a castle on the lake surrounded by a canal with a drawbridge.

Due to its beauty and charm, Riva del Garda is the perfect destination for your wedding on Lake Garda, appreciated by many couples who want a more sophisticated and cosmopolitan atmosphere.

In this beautiful town we found for you a pleasant hotel near the lake, within the ancient city walls: the Hotel Ancora is a family run company, with a magnificent restaurant where you can enjoy home made pasta, variety of cuisine ranging from fish to meat, the traditional Italian pizza baked in wood-fire oven, all accompanied by excellent wines to be tasted in the restaurant,on the beautiful terrace or in the garden. Continue Reading »