How do I RSVP?
By APRIL 1, please mail the RSVP card sent with your formal invitation. Please note that the invites were delivered to me assembled and sealed so I was unable to add a stamp to the RSVP envelope. My sincere apologies. You will be asked if you will attend the Benvenuto party on Monday, the Wedding on Tuesday, and the Arrivederci party on Wednesday. Please indicate your name and number attending.
What is the address of the wedding ceremony and reception?
The wedding ceremony and reception will be at Hotel LeCalette. Please enter the property on the harbor side. Address: Via Presidiana. You will see signs for CALETTE WEDDING. This will take you straight into the Olive garden where the ceremony and cocktail hour will take place. The reception will be at the Reef Terrace.
What is the best way to get to and from the wedding venue?
If driving, there is parking available at Hotel Le Calette. There are taxis available in Cefalu. Ubers are not readily available in Sicily outside of Palermo or Catania. Please note that we will provide transportation FROM the Wedding event to your lodging since taxis do not run past midnight.
Will there be a shuttle to/from the hotel for the wedding or pre/post wedding events?
We will provide guest transportation FROM the Wedding event to your lodging since taxis do not run past midnight. At the end of the reception, shuttles will pick you up on the harbor side where you entered for the ceremony. Please use a vehicle, taxi, or hired driver to ARRIVE at the Wedding and pre/post events.
The Wedding ceremony & reception and the Arrivederci brunch will take place in Hotel Le Calette. The Benvenuto party location is a 4-minute walk from Hotel Le Calette and also available via taxi.
Is there parking available at the venue?
Yes! There is free on-site parking. Please enter the property on the harbor side. Address: Via Presidiana. You will see signs for CALETTE WEDDING.
Will the wedding be indoors or outdoors?
All the events will take place outdoors overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. Ceremony & Cocktail Hour will be on grass. In case of bad weather, we will move inside.
Have you reserved blocks of rooms at Hotel Le Calette?
Please use promocode "Wedding Olson/Korn" for a discount at Hotel Le Calette and their sister property Alberi del Paradiso to receive a reduced rate.
What's the best airport to use?
Palermo Airport (PMO) is the closest airport. The hotel will be easily accessible from PMO via car service, taxi, or train. Catania airport (CTA) is 30 minutes further and is also accessible via car service or taxi.
What is the dress code for the wedding?
For the Wedding day events on Tuesday, May 26, the dress code is cocktail / semi-formal. This means polished, dressy evening wear that’s more elevated than business casual but stops short of black‑tie formality (no tuxedo needed).
What is the weather and climate like in the area?
In May, Sicily experiences warm and pleasant weather as it transitions into summer. Daytime temperatures can reach highs of 75°F and rarely fall below 64°F. Nights are cooler, with temperatures dropping to around 59°F.
Can I to bring a plus-one?
We are not allowing additional plus-ones to our Wedding, as we would like to keep the guests list just to those who know us well. The name of every guest invited to attend is clearly listed on your invitation and no additional guests can be accommodated.
Are my children invited?
While we love your little ones, we kindly request that our Wedding events be an adults-only celebration. We hope you’ll enjoy some time to relax and celebrate with us!
Will there be meal options for guests with dietary restrictions or allergies?
Yes! We will have meal options available for guests with dietary restrictions or allergies. Closer to the events we will send an email requesting your dining preferences. We will make sure that you are well taken care of!
What time should I arrive?
Please target to arrive by 6:00 pm to enjoy welcome refreshments, embrace the Mediterranean Sea, and find your seat. The ceremony will start promptly at 6:30 pm. Please enter the property on the harbor side. Address: Via Presidiana. You will see signs for CALETTE WEDDING.
What is the wedding day itinerary?
Our Wedding day event will begin in the Olive Garden of Hotel Le Calette on May 26, 2026. At 6:00 pm we will have refreshments, prelude music, and guests will be seated. Our ceremony begins promptly at 6:30 pm followed by cocktails and hors d'oeuvres. The seated dinner will begin at 8:30 pm, followed by dancing, in the Reef Terrace.
Will there be other events to attend?
All of our guests are invited to join us for a Benvenuto party on the evening before our Wedding at the Almaris Restaurant in the Hotel Kalura, Via Cavallaro, 13, Cefalù, a 4-minute walk from Hotel Le Calette or via taxi. You are also invited to join us for the Arrivederci brunch on the day after our wedding at Hotel Le Calette. The RSVP card will ask you to confirm which events you are able to attend.
Can you suggest places to eat, drink, and see while I'm in Sicily?
Check out the "Things to Do" section of our travel page to see some of our favorite spots to eat, drink and explore in and around the city.
Will we need a passport?
Yes! Passports must be valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned date of departure. A 6-month validity is recommended. Passports must have 2 blank pages for entry stamp.
Will we need a Visa?
No visa needed for our May 2026 event! U.S. citizens can stay in Italy for 90 days without a tourist or business visa.
Starting Q4 2026, U.S. citizens need to register with the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) to travel to Europe. The ETIAS application is 100% online. You can apply online from the U.S. in minutes. Note this is NOT needed for our wedding event in May 2026
what is the dress code for the Benvenuto Party?
The dress code for the Benvenuto Party on Monday, May 25, will be smart casual. Consider something you would wear to a nice dinner out.
What is the dress code for the Arrivederci Brunch?
The dress code the Arrivederci Brunch on Wednesday, May 26 is resort casual. This means relaxed, warm‑weather vacation wear that looks polished enough for a nice resort restaurant but comfortable enough to feel on holiday.