Schedule of Events
A Letter to Our Guests
We’re SO excited to have you on board for our wedding; we couldn’t get married without you there. With our spirit of adventure in mind, we’re headed to Italy - the destination of Jason’s first trip abroad 11 years ago and the place Michael has always wanted to visit more than any other.
The base for our four-day event is Hotel Villa Cheta in Maratea, Italy. Here, we will hold our wedding festivities and accommodate our guests. The hotel features an on-site restaurant and 22 rooms with four different room types, which are reserved for our exclusive use. Please find more information on Hotel Villa Cheta and details about your room below.
Check-in will begin at 2pm on September 12th and check out will be at 11am on September 16. The wedding ceremony and reception will be held on September 14 at Villa Cheta. In addition to our planned activities, there will be free time to visit the nearby towns or hang out by the hotel pool.
Should you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to Jason (219.246.6228) or Michael (630.362.9518).
We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
The Italian government recently removed all restrictions with regard to entering Italy and COVID-19.
As of July 6, 2022, vaccinations, boosters, quarantines, recovery certificates, and negative tests are not required to enter or navigate throughout Italy.
You will likely be required to wear an N-95 or KN-95 mask when entering public transportation or local businesses. Please make sure you travel with one at all times.
The Government of Italy periodically updates these restrictions based upon changing conditions, and all travelers should refer to current Italian health decrees when making travel plans. As always, we will keep an eye on restrictions and let you know of any changes as soon as we are aware.
Though you should not run into any issues, we do recommend you travel with your CDC “white card” proving your vaccination against COVID-19 in case any private businesses should require them for you to enter.
Out of an abundance of caution, we would appreciate if everyone could travel with at-home COVID-19 tests in case you begin showing any symptoms of COVID-19. We want everyone to stay safe and healthy during our trip!
naples airport to maratea
For those of you arriving at Naples International Airport by 12:30pm on Monday, September 12th, we will have a bus waiting to take you directly to Hotel Villa Cheta. You should plan to meet everyone in the arrivals area next to the “Fratelli la Bufala” restaurant at 1pm. Once everyone has arrived, you can go just outside the arrivals doors and look for the bus driver holding a “Schroeder/Beechen” sign. The bus will depart Naples Airport by 1:30pm. More info on this will be sent via email closer to our date of departure.
You should arrive to Hotel Villa Cheta, our hotel in Maratea, around 4:30pm with plenty of time to freshen up before our 7pm Welcome Party.
SORRENTO TO MARATEA
Those attending the bachelor party in Sorrento from September 10-12th should plan to meet in the lobby of Tasso Suites & Spa at 10:15am on Monday, September 12th to catch the bus to Hotel Villa Cheta. The bus will depart Tasso Suites by 10:30am.
You should arrive to our hotel in Maratea around 1:30pm with plenty of time to freshen up before our 7pm Welcome Party.
RETURN TO NAPLES AIRPORT
All guests are welcome to take the bus back to Naples International Airport on Friday, September 16th. You should meet in the lobby of Hotel Villa Cheta by 4:45am. The bus will depart for the airport by 5am.
Those that choose to find their own way back to Naples will need to check out of Hotel Villa Cheta by 11am on Friday, September 16th.
HOTEL VILLA CHETA
Hotel Villa Cheta is a quiet and intimate boutique hotel that boasts 22 rooms and is situated atop the beautiful Gulf of Policastro. It is a truly romantic villa that was built centuries ago by the owner’s family, whose famous hospitality made the villa a luxurious hideaway where noble families spent their vacations. They offered their guests delicious dishes with selected wines of the region. Cherishing the local tradition, Villa Cheta has been lovingly transformed into a charming small hotel, keeping the family-villa atmosphere. It still has the art nouveau era glass panels and lamps. Bedrooms are individually decorated using family antique furniture. The halls and lounge are prettily set with lace table cloths and chintz sofas.
The outstanding restaurant offers fish specialties with the emphasis on traditional regional cooking. Most days, the climate is so pleasant that breakfast and dinners are served on the terraces, where the sea can be glimpsed through the garden’s flowers and trees.
The Hotel has a splendid background of Mediterranean pined mountains, and overlooks a shimmering and crystal clear sea. Guests enjoy the beach directly below.
ROOMS
There are four room types at Hotel Villa Cheta: classic, classic sea view, superior, and superior sea view. Each room type includes the following amenities that are included with your stay: breakfast, wifi, private bathroom with shower, TV, safe, air conditioning, hair dryer, shampoo, soap, lotion, and a paid mini bar.
classic rooms
(17 to 21 square meters; Ideal for one or two people)
Classic Room
Overlooking the garden with succulent plants and olive trees.
Classic Sea View Room
Includes a delightful view into the marvellous natural scenery of the Gulf of Policastro.
superior rooms
(24 to 32 square meters; Suitable for couples and families with children)
Superior Room
Overlooking the swimming pool or the garden.Superior Sea View Room
Includes a delightful view into the marvellous natural scenery of the Gulf of Policastro.
Some of our guests have found it helpful when planning their outfits to know about the dress codes we have in mind. We do not have a strict dress code for anyone to adhere to, but would be happy to share what we had envisioned throughout the week.
Welcome Party: Smart casual attire
Wine Tasting: Smart casual attire
Wedding Ceremony & Reception: Normal wedding attire is encouraged, but please keep in mind it will likely be a warm, late-summer day; make sure to wear something you will be comfortable in! Guests have been advised that our wedding colors and theme is earth-tones, so you are welcome (but NOT required) to match.
Activities on Thursday: Casual, unique to the selected activity
Immediately following the wedding, we will begin our honeymoon throughout Italy and Greece. In order to avoid us (or you!) having to travel with an excess of cash or other miscellaneous gifts, we kindly ask that those who wish to give us a wedding gift do so by donating to Our Newlywed Fund - a fund for everything (our honeymoon, home improvements, the next time Coco decides to eat kitty litter and we have to take him to the ER, you name it)!
Live Stream
For those not joining us in Italy, we will be live streaming the wedding ceremony starting at 9am CST on Wednesday, September 14.
