Thank You

There are no words to accurately describe how grateful we are to have you each in our lives. Thank you for travelling to Italy to celebrate with us - truly this was the best week of our lives.

Being three years in the making… it was so worth the wait.

To view the photo album from the wedding - click here!

Love, Mr. & Mrs. Nemec

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Portonovo, Italy

plan your trip

If you are travelling from the United States, the latest COVID-19 travel requirements can be found on the US Embassy in Italy’s website.

• Check In: Tuesday June 14, 2022

• Wedding Day: Thursday, June 16, 2022

• Check Out: Friday, June 17, 2022

To allow all wedding guests, including parents, to relax and enjoy themselves, we respectfully have made the festivities adults-only.

Tuesday: June 14, 2022

6:00pm - 8:00pm - Welcome Happy Hour - La Capannina di Portonovo

Informal happy hour with drinks and appetizers at sunset to kick off the celebrations with the bride and groom! La Capannina is a restaurant on the beach in walking distance from the hotels.

There are excellent restaurants along the beach, including at the hotels, that we recommend for dinner options following the happy hour.

Wednesday: June 15, 2022

Afternoon Activity Options:

12:30 pm - 4:30pm - Wine Tour through Le Marche - Tenuta di Fra & Marotti Campi

Transportation will be at 12:30pm in front of the Fortino & Seebay hotels . Touring two wineries in the Morro D’Alba region, which is a specific type of grape only found in this area. Guests will return to the hotels at 4:30pm

11:00am - 4:00pm - Boat on the Adriatic Sea - Spiaggia delle Due Sorelle & Mezzavalle

Transportation will be at 11:00am in front of the Fortino & Seebay hotels to Port of Numana. Prepare to dive in and swim to beaches only accessible by boat. Guests will return to the hotels at 4:00pm

Evening Plans:

6:00pm - 10:30pm - Rehearsal Dinner - Moroder Vineyard

Transportation will be provided at 6:00pm in front of the hotels. Upon arrival, there will be a tour of the winery followed by dinner at 7:30pm.

Thursday: June 16, 2022

Wedding Day:

4:30pm - Catholic Wedding Ceremony - Badia Di San Pietro Al Conero

Transportation will be at 3:30pm in front of the hotels.

6:00pm - Aperitivo - Hotel Fortino Napoleanico

7:30pm - Dinner & Reception - Hotel Fortino Napoleanico

Dress Code: Semi-Formal Cocktail Attire - Ceremony will be indoor, while Reception will be outdoor

Transportation will be organized for each of the festivities.

TRAVEL TO ITALY

The closest travel hub to Portonovo is in the city of Ancona. Located in the Marche region in central Italy, it is a city and seaport on the Adriatic Sea.

Airport: Ancona Falconara Airport (AOI).

If flying from the United States, there are a few easy hubs to fly into that connect to AOI. The most frequent are:

• Munich International Airport (MUC) - United Airlines/Lufthansa

  If you plan on already being in Europe prior to the wedding festivities, Italy has a very convenient train line which takes you straight to Ancona.

  Train Station: Ancona Railway Station

• Website: www.italiarail.com

  TRANSPORTATON to portonovo from ancona

Rental cars are not necessary to get to Portonovo from Ancona, but are available. Uber/Lyft and other rideshare services are not in the area, however, cab companies are available at the airport and railway station. It takes approximately 20 minutes to drive between cities.

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Fortino Napoleanico

The Fortino Napoleanico is the location of the reception, and the hotel where the bride and groom are staying. The entire hotel has been blocked for the convenience of our wedding guests.

Located on the beach in the Rivera Del Conero, this hotel was previously a military fortress. The hotel has its own private beach, with a view of the Sea and close access to mountain trails.

Seebay Hotel Portonovo

The Seebay Hotel Portonovo is just a few minute walk from the reception location.

There are more room options at this hotel, in addition to spa and pool amenities.

 Our Story

Maria was on her way to Burnham Harbor to meet friends on a picturesque, sun-filled Chicago afternoon. When her driver pulled into the entrance, he recklessly drove across the Lakeshore bike path, placing any high speed bicyclist into immediate peril. Of course riding at an elite training pace, Brandon was just able to avoid crashing into the side of Maria’s door and continued his ride through Chicago’s parks - but the near calamity prompted further communication between the two. Neither Maria or Brandon knew at the time that this careless driver had just bridged a connection that would lead to their lifelong unity in marriage together.

Overstated memories of city congestion aside, Maria and Brandon's parents had been work colleagues and lifelong friends before either were even born. The connection between their families, dozens of friends, a near collision, and the many forces of nature - would lead them to the realization that perhaps fate is not just reserved for fiction and philosophy.

We know that this trip is a big commitment and a lot to ask. We are honored to share and celebrate our wedding festivities with each of you - and know whether you are able to make it or not - you each played a part in shaping who we are and will continue to share in our love together as a married couple. We hope this website will help guide you to make the right decision and join us for a week of travel, vacation, and celebration in Italy!

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