We’re getting married!

Eli&Rafa

Saturday 7 August 2027

Martina Franca · Valle d’Itria · Puglia

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Our story

  • We have taken at least a million planes, trains, buses and other assorted means of transport.
  • We have completed (with immense success, no doubt about it) several house moves.
  • We have run and cheered a few marathons around the world.

And here we are today, happy to celebrate with you the start of this new marathon called LIFE TOGETHER ❤️

How it all began

  1. Eli and Rafa at sunset by the sea in PugliaThe first time in Puglia
  2. Eli and Rafa in turquoise water in MexicoThe first time in Mexico
  3. Eli and Rafa in a car packed for a moveA few moves along the way
  4. Rafa with a marathon medal and Eli cheering in Rome…and a few marathons too
  5. Eli and Rafa looking out over rolling green hillsThe road ahead
  6. Eli showing her engagement ring next to Rafa in St. Peter's SquareAnd here we are

The day

Saturday 7 August 2027

Basilica di San Martino in Martina Franca
The ceremony

Basilica di San Martino

Via Masaniello, 1
74015 Martina Franca (TA)

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The historic palazzo of Masseria Palesi
The reception

Masseria Palesi

Strada Vecchia per Crispiano, zona F 144/A
74015 Martina Franca (TA)

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Where to stay

The wedding takes place in Martina Franca, in the heart of the Valle d’Itria.

We have selected this hotel, which we recommend for its proximity to the wedding venues.

Dimora Santa Lucia

Martina Franca (TA)

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It is also the meeting point for the wedding shuttle: from here we will take you to the church and the reception, and bring you back at the end of the night.

This is only our suggestion: Puglia is full of places to stay, and its trulli and masserie will be ready to welcome you and make your stay in this special land, we hope, unforgettable.

Getting there & around

The shuttle

We are arranging a shuttle that will take you to the church first, then to the reception, and finally bring you back safe and sound (and, we hope, very happy) to Dimora Santa Lucia.

Please tell us in the RSVP form whether you will use this service.

P.S. The shuttle is also available to those not staying at the hotel, if leaving from / being dropped off at this meeting point is convenient before continuing with your own transport.

By car

A car is still the best way to get around Puglia, so we recommend renting one.

If you need directions or help with transfer services, we will be happy to assist.

Nearest airports

  • Bari (BRI) — about 1 h 15 min by car from Martina Franca
  • Brindisi (BDS) — about 50 min by car from Martina Franca

Both airports have car rental desks.

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Dress code

Elegant, but above all ready to party.

Dancing shoes recommended! 💃

RSVP

Open the personal link we sent you, or enter the code from your invitation.

Please reply by 7 July 2027.

You’ll find it on your invitation and in our messages.

No code? Write to us and we’ll send it to you.

Explore Puglia

If you have a few free hours or want to extend your stay in Puglia, we highly recommend getting lost in the streets and alleys of the various towns, enjoying an aperitivo or a dinner.

Towns

Restaurants

Martina Franca

Locorotondo

Alberobello

Aperitivo

Monopoli

Masserie

Among centuries-old olive trees, dry-stone walls and stretches of countryside hide the masserie: ancient rural estates that keep the most authentic soul of Puglia.

Born centuries ago as farms, many have been lovingly restored and turned into enchanting places to eat, drink, relax and experience the truest Puglia.

They are places where time seems to move more slowly, between good food, local wines and sunsets over the countryside.

If you have a few extra days, we recommend choosing one and letting yourself be won over by its atmosphere.

Price guide

  • € cheap / casual
  • €€ mid-range
  • €€€ upper-mid / a nice dinner
  • €€€€ high-end / gastronomic experience