Eli & Rafa

Our story

«Ho sceso, dandoti il braccio, almeno un milione di scale»
— Eugenio Montale

wrote Montale. In our case, though, it works better to say that:

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

How it all began

The first time in Puglia
The first time in Mexico
A few moves along the way
…and a few marathons too
The road ahead
And here we are

The day

Saturday 7 August 2027

The ceremony

Basilica di San Martino

Via Masaniello, 1
74015 Martina Franca (TA)

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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)

Hotel website

Book directly on their website and enter the code when requesting a quote to get 10% off the rates.

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 for 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'll be happy to assist.

Nearest airports

Bari (BRI) — about 1 h 15 min by car
Brindisi (BDS) — about 50 min by car

Both airports have car rental desks.

Useful info

Dress code

Elegant

Children

Kid-friendly event. Let us know in the RSVP form whether your little ones will be with you and if there are any special needs, so we can arrange services that make the day pleasant for them and, above all, for you.

RSVP

Fill in the form below: it will help us organise everything as well as possible.

Full name

Email optional

Will you be there? Yes, with joy! Sadly, no

Names of your adult companions one per line

Are you bringing children? Yes No

How many children?

Anything we should know (ages, high chairs, menus…)

Allergies, intolerances or dietary preferences

Will you use the shuttle service? Yes No

A message for us optional

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

Aperitivo

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