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This information will help us arrange pick-up cars for you at the airport, so please double check your info and update it if flights change.
We've setup a group chat so you can ask questions, meet other guests, coordinate info each day.
Since you've signed up for the Taormina day trip, please send Fel your payment before the trip so we can finalize transportation.
€87 per person (approximately $99 USD) includes your seat in one of our dedicated Mercedes V-Class vans for the day.
Zelle: chenfelicity2@gmail.com
Or send via my cell if that's easier.
If you don't have Zelle in your country please bring Euro to Italy and give to Fel directly.
We can't wait to explore one of our favorite places in Sicily with you.
Please share your mailing address with Fel as we have a small wedding gift to send you.
Dinner will feature a locally-sourced Sicilian seafood menu curated by Michelin-starred chefs Francesco Patti and Domenico Colonnetta, highlighting line-caught fish alongside Sicily's finest seasonal ingredients including wild fennel, pine nuts and Etna olives.
Purely plant-based Sicilian delights
No dairy, no problem — all the flavor, minus the cheese and cream
Celiac-safe Sicilian specialties
All the Sicilian flavors, none of the seafood
While not attending the ceremony, young guests will still enjoy a kid-friendly meal prepared by our chefs at the Masseria.
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If you're reading this, you're already part of the story. We're glad you're here. Here's a little extra info to help you prepare.
We've setup a group chat so you can ask questions, meet other guests, coordinate info each day.
Getting to and from the airport: Please add your flight info on the "to-dos" tab. We'll coordinate private or shared group transfers to and from the airport at one set rate.
You'll be assigned to one of the following villas/masserias, all within minutes of each other:
Pricing will vary slightly by property and room type, but expect ~$150–$200/night per person.
For anything outside of arrival/departure — day trips, private drivers, or custom tours — you can coordinate directly with Nino.
Nino is a fantastic driver — we've booked with him in the past. He's great for things like a day in Syracuse/Ortigia, beach runs, winery visits, or exploring nearby towns. Excellent English, premium cars, reliable, and fair pricing.
Please let him know Alessia and the Mancuso party sent you.
Local taxi service (within Noto): For shorter local transfers — dinners in town, getting around Noto, or rides within roughly 30 minutes of the masseria — we recommend TAXINOTO.
The hotels and Masseria will all have Wifi available.
We recommend getting an eSim from AirAlo to ensure you have data once you land.
The venue is stone. The guests are jewels.
Dress like something precious unearthed from a sicilian quarry.
Dress code: Formal
Formal eveningwear only. Think drama, weight, intention.
Re: heels
The quarry floor is ancient stone. Delicate stilettos may not survive.
The earth is uneven. Choose shoes that can walk, stand, and dance without regret.
Bring something for the dark
As the sun drops, the air cools. a shawl, a thin layer — functional or theatrical.
Outshine the bride
Yes, really. We request it. Bring your best. Restraint is overrated.
Suit, please
This is not a casual italy moment.
Real shoes only
If you'd wear them to the beach or the gym, no.
Lean formal
Err on the side of overdressed. No one has ever regretted that.
Light is fine
Stone and warm neutrals work beautifully here.
A few things you'll be glad you packed:
If you've made it this far, you may as well keep going. Use taxinoto for 30-45 min trips or Nino for 1+ hour trips!
Sicily rewards people who linger. Take the long lunch. Miss a turn on purpose. Order the thing you can't pronounce. Below are a few places we'd happily detour for.
The fishing village everyone wishes they'd discovered first.
Small enough to explore in an afternoon, charming enough to accidentally spend the whole day. Colorful boats, quiet piazzas, and some of the prettiest seaside dinners in sicily.
Perfect for: lazy lunches that become sunset dinners.
Our favorite place to get beautifully lost.
A tiny island stitched together with honey-colored stone, sea views, hidden courtyards, and piazzas that somehow become more magical after sunset. Come hungry, stay late.
Don't miss: wandering without a plan, the morning market (look for the legendary salumi shop), aperitivo by the water (yes, there's a bar on a boat), the archaeological park, and impossibly fresh seafood.
Come for the chocolate. Stay for everything else.
Built dramatically into the hillside, modica is all winding staircases, baroque churches, and a chocolate tradition dating back centuries.
Bring home: chocolate you'll immediately regret not buying more of.
A city that feels like a movie set.
One of sicily's most beautiful historic centers, filled with grand staircases, hidden alleys, and enough gelato stops to justify walking all of them.
Best enjoyed: slowly.
You're already here. Lucky you.
Yes, you'll already be here—but don't rush it. Wake up early before the streets fill, wander the golden limestone city, grab a granita, and pretend you're moving into one of the palazzos permanently.
For those who packed hiking shoes.
Europe's tallest active volcano is equal parts lunar landscape and wine country. Whether you hike, take a jeep, or simply drink the local wines, it's one of sicily's most unforgettable days.
Worth it for: the drive alone—and an etna rosso at the end of it.
The classic seaside postcard.
Golden beaches, medieval streets, and just enough glamour to make extending your trip feel like a responsible decision.
Ideal for: a couple of slow beach days before heading home.
For anyone chasing that "we should just stay another week" feeling.
Volcanic islands scattered off sicily's northern coast, each with its own personality—from chic beach clubs to black sand beaches and volcano hikes.
If you have time: spend at least three nights.
If your vacation needs a vacation.
Technically another island, spiritually another universe. Crystal-clear water, hidden coves, long lunches, and some of the best beaches in europe.
Our advice: don't try to do it all. Pick one coast and settle in.
If you're continuing north.
Whitewashed villages, olive groves older than most countries, incredible seafood, and enough masserie to convince you to cancel your return flight.
Don't miss: ostuni, alberobello, monopoli, and an afternoon with absolutely no plans.
Wherever you end up, remember: the best plans in italy usually start with, "let's just stop here for one drink."
When is the RSVP deadline?
Please RSVP by May 1 so we can finalize our headcount.
Can I bring a date?
Please check your invitation to see if a +1 is included.
Are kids welcome?
Children are warmly invited to join us for our pre and post-wedding celebrations.
For the ceremony, we'll provide on-site childcare at the masseria with trusted nannies so parents can fully enjoy the moment. kids will be cared for nearby and reunited with you shortly after. full details to come.
What will the weather be like?
Warm, dry, sunny days with cooler evenings. Think summer layers.
Is the wedding indoors or outdoors?
The ceremony will be outdoors. It will be hot in august. Stay hydrated.
Why Noto?
Because Devin's father's family is from Ucria, a mountain town inland from Noto. Noto felt like the right place to gather: open to the sea, built for long evenings and shared meals.
What kind of shoes should i wear?
No stiletto heels. Uneven terrain.
Chunky heels, platforms, sandals, or flats recommended. No sneakers.
Is it okay to take photos?
Yes! — please do, and share them on our wedding instagram @fel.marries.dev.
We do ask that phones and cameras stay away during the ceremony itself.
Can I bring a gift?
Your presence truly means everything to us. This is a destination wedding and traveling to sicily is already a big commitment. If you're joining us, that's more than enough.
Who should I contact with questions?
We'll add everyone to a wedding whatsapp group about a month before the event. it'll be the best place for updates, questions, and on-the-ground orientation. In the mean time please reach out to Felicity or Devin with questions.
Aug 22
Arrivals day. Settle in, and if you're up for it, join us for a taxi ride into Noto and a famous snack at Caffè Sicilia.
Arrange your own breakfast today.
For those traveling to Noto, we will arrange cars from TAXINOTO to bring us there. We can coordinate on Whatsapp that day.
The famous Caffè Sicilia experience with Chef Corrado Assenza.
Arrange your own dinner today.
Aug 23
Day trip to Taormina. A chartered bus, a cliff-side town, and an easy day of wandering.
Grab breakfast at your locations.
We've chartered a bus for 20 for a day trip in Taormina.
Cable cars, beaches, shopping, vistas, aperol spritz — we'll take it easy and enjoy lazily strolling around town.
The bus will head back to Noto and drop folks at their accommodations along the way.
Aug 24
Pool party day. DJ Asami spins poolside, an optional cooking class, and a courtyard dinner at Masseria Cardinale.
Folks staying at Masseria Cardinale — check-in begins at 9:30am.
A light breakfast will be available at Masseria Cardinale.
The party begins at 2pm poolside at Masseria Cardinale.
Our friend Asami is here all the way from Tokyo and will be DJing for us poolside today.
For those who RSVP'd, the cooking class kicks off at 4pm.
We welcome you to the courtyard pre-wedding dinner at Masseria Cardinale around 6pm. Please note, the dress code for dinner is cocktail.
We have to wrap up at 11pm tonight — TAXINOTO back to your accommodation.
Aug 25
The wedding day. Golden hour ceremony in the quarry.
Enjoy breakfast and lunch at your leisure at the hotel.
Feel free to relax at the hotel or explore Noto and the surrounding area. If you're heading out, we recommend using Taxi Noto - just make sure you're back, dressed, and ready to go before pickup.
Your chariot awaits. Please be completely wedding-ready and ready to depart at 5:30pm sharp, meet at the front parking area of the hotel.
Michael Bostarr - who is decidedly not a yoga teacher, but is married to one - will be leading an optional morning meditation + movement session.
Breakfast at the masseria. No rush - you have until 10:30.
A help-yourself buffet to keep you going through hair, makeup, and photos. It's light on purpose. There's a feast coming tonight!
All ladies, please meet at Fel + Devin's room for a group photo.
All gentlemen, please meet for a group photo.
Full wedding looks on! We'll take a group photo with everyone staying at Masseria Cardinale. Afterward, you'll have a little time to relax, touch up, and prepare for departure.
Please be completely ready for pick-up at 5:30pm sharp, meet out front of the large entrance to Masseria Cardinale.
Late night snacks and chats back at Masseria Cardinale for those with energy to burn.
Aug 26
Recovery day. Slow brunch. Nobody is required to be charming.
Extended breakfast hours. Coffee, pastries, and gentle conversation.
The pool is yours. Recover at your own pace.
Coordinated transfers back to Catania airport available throughout the day.
Aug 27-30
We're so glad you've decided to join us on our friendsmoon! We're going to sail the Aeolian islands for a few days and see what adventures we can discover together!
Meet at the front gates of Masseria Cardinale at 7am, packed and ready to go. Don't be late!
We'll be traveling by van to the port, the ride will be around 2.5 hours, but we'll plan some buffer time so we can get out and stretch.
Off we go!
Aug 2026
We're so grateful that you all could share this week with us, safe travels for all you heading home, we'll see you soon! Love you all!