Dear Beloved Friends and Family
Excitement fills the air as we joyfully announce our impending wedding celebration set to unfold on 21st September of 2024, in the charming backdrop of Lecco, Italy. Your presence on this virtual rendez-vous signifies your esteemed invitation to be a part of the grand celebration marking the commencement of this new chapter in our lives.
When and Where?
21.09.2024
Opens at 15:00
(Beginning of the ceremony 15:30)
Villa Castelbarco Pindemonte Rezzonico
Via Cesare Cantù, 21, 23898 Imbersago - Lecco
Italia
Accommodation
You are free to choose where you would like to stay. However, as the choice is limited, we recommend the following:
Hotel Nuovo - Via Statale, 1122, 23852 Lecco LC, Italy
For those wanting to use the shuttle to and from the wedding location (~20min)
We have arranged a fixed price with the hotel for the wedding guests as September is high season and the prices can rise a lot. When booking your room via e-mail at info@hotelnuovo.com specify that you are a wedding guest by mentioning the code "WeddingEmmaAriya" and you will be charged 160 euros per double room per night.
Il Portico B&B - Via Fontana, 5, 23885 Arlate LC, Italy
For those travelling by car to and from the wedding location (~5min) or by foot (~20min).
If you wish to be more flexible and get around on foot, you can always find B&Bs or private rooms in the village of Imbersago.
Hotel La Sosta is already fully booked for the immediate family.
How to get there
We chose the location not only because of its sheer beauty, but also because it is relatively convenient to reach from any location.
Travelling by car from Zurich
Depending on traffic, Lecco is about 4 hours from Zurich by car.
If you have free seats in your car and would like to share them, please let us know in the forum.
Travelling by train from Zurich
You can reach Lecco by train in approx. 4h20 with 2 changes, one in Como and one in Monza, alternatively but a little longer with only one change in Milan.
Travelling by plane to Milan
If you fly to Milan, you can take the train to Lecco, which takes approx. 1 hour.
Shuttles
For guests staying at Hotel Nuovo, shuttles are organized for one outward and one return journey to and from the villa.
Outward journey: Shuttle departs at 15h from Hotel Nuovo.
Return journey: Shuttle departs at 1:30 from Villa Castelbarco P.R.
Gifts
While your attendance is the most cherished gift, if you're considering an extra touch, a quick heads-up – our pots, cutlery, and furniture collection are well and truly sorted ;-)
In light of this, if you're inclined to contribute in another way, our hearts are set on an unforgettable honeymoon in Asia. A little something for our adventure fund would be truly appreciated.
Account Holder: Arja Conforti
IBAN: CH73 0023 3233 9519 62M2 N
Bank: UBS Switzerland
Dress Code
No specific dress code to worry about. Should your wardrobe muse be on vacation, you can draw inspiration from our wedding colors below. Fingers crossed for good weather, and if the stars align, we'll take the celebration outdoors. Inside, the dance floor awaits—so wear comfortable footwear; there are no excuses!
Update: Rain seems to be sparing us (fingers crossed), but it can get chilly in the evening,
so please bring a jacket.
Our Journey
As some of you may recall, the tale of our union began on a wild night in Zurich. Back in the days when Ariya was an acting student, and Emma was navigating the same path. It was a night of revelry where a not-so-sober Ariya found himself tangled in a dance floor mishap. Enter Emma, the savior of the dance, helping him regain his footing. Little did they know, this pattern of Ariya stumbling and Emma rescuing would persist in many future scenarios. On that fateful night, a mysterious connection sparked between them. However, both entangled in existing relationships and residing in different cities and countries, they bid each other farewell and ventured back to their respective lives.
For over five years, they existed in separate spheres, only connected through the virtual realm of Facebook, exchanging likes on photos and Birthday, Christmas, and Easter wishes. Fate took an unexpected turn when Emma decided to return to Zurich. This time, it was Emma who extended the invitation to meet for coffee. The stars aligned when Ariya, amidst a spontaneous flat-warming party in Zurich, invited her. Little did he anticipate that Emma would indeed grace the occasion. Both now unattached, having diverged from their previous paths, met again at the flat-warming soirée. A kiss shared at that moment sealed their destiny, paving the way for years of togetherness. Quite charming, isn't it?
Our journey unfolded, day by day and year by year, solidifying the extraordinary bond that now defines us. Through laughter and adventures, in both sunshine and storms, we stood by each other. What seemed unimaginable became our reality – a love story that continues to radiate freshness, echoing the sentiments of day one.
But enough with the storytelling; let's pivot to the practicalities. Your patience is truly appreciated!