- BY ISSIMO
- August 29, 2024
Grandeur, elegance and attention to detail are guaranteed when you say “I Do” at our romantic villa on the coast of Palo Laziale. But why stop at a wedding day? Plan an entire wedding journey at La Posta Vecchia, celebrating your love story with unforgettable experiences and joyous memories that you and your guests will treasure forever.
A pre-wedding spa day with your bridal party? A sunset ceremony in the front garden? An intimate post-wedding ‘recovery’ brunch on the terrace with your loved ones? Our expert events team is full of great ideas and advice about how our villa can bring the magic to your special celebration and make your dream wedding a reality. Read on to discover more insider tips on how to curate the ultimate wedding experience at La Posta Vecchia.
A heavenly seaside setting
“We encourage couples to structure their ‘wedding journey’ through La Posta Vecchia so it’s not just an event, but a whole experience. Some of the most memorable weddings I have witnessed use the whole villa and its enchanting settings and spaces, both inside and out. These weddings often take place over a few days, rather than just being a single-day event,” says Valentina Piccinini, Group and Events Manager at Pellicano Hotels Group.
The villa’s lush front gardens make the perfect ceremony setting, but it certainly doesn’t end there! They can be transformed to host pre-wedding family picnics, pre-ceremony drinks and canapés, and the most magical dance floors under the stars for larger groups of guests. We’ve even had a bride use the iconic front driveway as her aisle!
Making our way through the grand front doors, La Posta Vecchia’s Terrazza captivates couples with its romantic atmosphere, breathtaking sea views and versatility to cater for various wedding events and activities. The ideal setting for everything from pre-wedding rehearsal dinners, to a sunset aperitivo, to an immaculate reception dinner with all guests seated at one long table under glittering lights! The Terrazza is one of La Posta Vecchia’s most iconic settings, and it always lends its signature charm to weddings in some way.
The events team also inspire couples to explore other spaces in and around the villa when planning their wedding journey, including the Ristorante The Cesar, the bar, and the library which make charming settings for a more intimate post-wedding party drink. There is also the art-filled Getty Studio, which has seen some very joyful parties groove on into the early hours of the morning. How often do you get to dance the night away at a wedding disco amidst 17th-century paintings and other artistic masterpieces?
Speaking of historical grandeur, let’s not forget that La Posta Vecchia is built on ancient Roman ruins at a storied destination just outside Rome. Why not treat your wedding guests to a rare museum experience as part of your wedding journey?
“A visit to La Posta Vecchia’s museum on the lower ground floor will not only captivate guests, but make your wedding something truly unique and unforgettable. Guests love being taken on a journey of discovery through the villa’s many layers of history, art and stories,” Valentina says.
The magic is in the details
From designing a Roman-inspired rehearsal dinner menu featuring authentic and elegant dishes prepared by Executive Chef Antonio Magliulo and his team, to providing gorgeous parasols for guests to use on the front lawn pre-ceremony in the summer months, our events team know that the finer details are essential in every fairytale wedding.
“We go through the wedding planning journey with the couple every step of the way to ensure it’s as smooth and enjoyable as possible for them. This includes offering advice and guidance on how to make their celebration even more memorable and meaningful,” says Valentina.
“For example, I love the idea of a pampering session for the bride and her bridesmaids the day before the wedding at La Posta Vecchia’s Beauty Club. Everyone can enjoy a relaxing massage or maybe a blow-wave, ensuring they all feel great ahead of the big day. Or if the couple loves special gastronomic experiences, we might suggest a beautiful degustation dinner instead of a more traditional wedding menu.”
Stuck on gift ideas for your bridal party, family members and special friends who are such an important part of your wedding journey? Valentina and her team say it’s hard to go past a BellISSIMO or ChicISSIMO treasure like one of our iconic ashtrays, tote bags, or artisanal accessories handmade in Italy with love. You can even select a few products and create a beautiful personalised ‘Pelli style’ gift pack to treat those very special people who have helped make your celebration truly unforgettable.
The ‘Big Day’ and beyond
Whether you’re planning an epic three-day celebration packed with activities for a big group of guests, or you have your heart set on a more intimate affair, La Posta Vecchia is a unique wedding venue because it allows you to curate a celebration that is uniquely yours.
“I think the villa’s peaceful and secluded location makes it perfect for a post-wedding ‘recovery day’ for the bridal party and guests. This might include activities like a sunrise yoga session on the terrace, or simply enjoying a lazy afternoon hanging out with friends and family on the sunbeds by the pool,” says Valentina.
Planning a wedding journey over a few days not only allows you to extend the celebrations, but it also gives guests a chance to truly discover the villa’s charm. La Posta Vecchia’s team makes the hotel’s facilities available for you and your guests to enjoy throughout the entire journey, which is bound to be a celebration everyone will be talking about for years to come.
Get in touch with our events team to book your wedding, event, or special celebration at La Posta Vecchia!
