Together with their families
invite you to celebrate their wedding on Lake Como, Italy
A message from us
We are so excited to celebrate with the people we love most in one of our favourite places in the world. Thank you for travelling so far to be with us in September 2027. We can't wait to share this day with you.
With love, Nicole & Doug
How it all began
Summer in New York, 2011.
A warm night where our friendship began, and soon after a romance flourished between two best friends. Meeting so young has given us the privilege to grow up together and witness milestones for each other.
We've shared great joy and pride in seeing the other graduate school, pursue our dreams, and support each other through life's unprecedented moments. Our relationship has stood the test of time, and we've come to fully understand the meaning of unwavering companionship.
With so many life experiences we've had so far, including exploring the world together, we want to return to the roots of our fateful summer night introduction and have our guests witness the next chapter of our union.
Nicole & Doug
Sunday 5 September 2027
The courtyard at Villa Regina Teodolinda as evening falls.
The venue
Villa Regina Teodolinda is a historic villa on the water's edge in Laglio, on the western shore of Lake Como, with gardens on two levels, a pool overlooking the lake and its own private pier. Guests arrive from 3:00 pm for our ceremony, followed by dinner and dancing as the evening falls over the lake.
Transportation to and from the villa is provided from Cernobbio and Como on the wedding day. Please tell us where you are staying when you RSVP, so we can plan your pick-up.
Planning your trip
Everything you need to get to Lake Como, from passports to the last stretch from the airport.
Travelling from the USA
US citizens do not need a visa to visit Italy for up to 90 days. Italy requires your passport to be valid for at least three months after you leave Europe, with two blank pages, and border checks are strict.
Please check your passport now. We recommend at least six months' validity from your arrival date. If your passport expires before April 2028, renew it well ahead of the wedding, as processing times can be long.
New for European travel
The EU is introducing ETIAS, an online travel authorisation for visitors who don't need a visa, including US citizens. It is scheduled to start in the last quarter of 2026, so you will most likely need one for the wedding. It costs €20, is valid for three years, and should be requested well before you travel.
Europe's new Entry/Exit System also registers your fingerprints and photo at passport control on your first visit, so allow a little extra time on arrival.
Apply only through the official EU website. Other sites charge extra fees.
Milan Malpensa & Milan Linate
We recommend flying into Milan Malpensa (MXP), which has the most direct flights from the US, or Milan Linate (LIN), which is ideal for connections through Europe. Both are about an hour by car from Como and Cernobbio.
Private transfers & taxis
For the easiest arrival, book a private car from the airport straight to your hotel. September is still peak season, so reserve in advance.
Accommodation
Relais Villa Vittoria is right next door to Villa Regina Teodolinda, so you can walk to the celebration. It is a small hotel with limited rooms, so please book early. Guests staying here will not need the wedding-day transportation.
Via Vecchia Regina 62, Laglio
Why Cernobbio or Como
Our wedding will be held at Villa Regina Teodolinda in Laglio, a small village on the western shore of the lake. Laglio has very few places to stay and limited transport links, so we recommend booking your stay in Cernobbio or Como, a short drive away.
Transportation will be provided from Cernobbio and Como to the villa and back on the wedding day.
We are not holding room blocks for the wedding, so we warmly encourage you to book your own accommodation early. September is a busy month on the lake. Please feel free to explore Airbnb or other vacation rental alternatives in the Cernobbio & Como area, which can be a great option for families or groups.
Please note that many hotels on Lake Como do not open their booking calendars for the 2027 season until October or November of the year before. If you do not see availability yet, we recommend checking back later in the year as additional rooms and rates become available.
Getting ready
Hair & makeup in Cernobbio
A friendly local salon for guest hair and makeup on the wedding day. Book early, as September weekends fill quickly.
Via Cinque Giornate 36, Cernobbio
For nails, we recommend Cinderella Nails.
Making a holiday of it
If you are planning an Italian luxury holiday around the wedding and would like help from an experienced American travel planner based on Lake Como, take a look at Unfolded Travels.
While you're here
A few of our favourite ways to spend the days around the celebration.
On the water
Take the ferry or hire a private boat to Bellagio, Varenna or Menaggio and explore the villages and lakeside villas.
Evenings
For a special dinner, try Kitchen, Feel Como or The Veranda at Villa d'Este. Reserve ahead.
Afternoons
Our favourite relaxed spots are il Gatto Nero, Rino, Visini Como and L'Antica Pizzeria da Michele Como. Finish with gelato at Gelateria Guidi.
Hands on
Learn to make fresh pasta and local dishes with an Italian cook, then sit down to eat what you made.
Views
Ride the funicular from Como up to Brunate, hike the trails above the lake and stop for a mountain lunch at an agriturismo.
Shopping
Como has been famous for silk for centuries. Browse ties, scarves and fabrics in the boutiques of the old town.
Kindly reply
Formal RSVP will be available at the time of formal invitations.