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Castello Lanza Branciforte di Trabia

The Wedding

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Our Wedding

Saturday, May 23, 2026 <a href="https://www.hoteltonnara.it/ristorazione/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">U' Rais</a> at <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/zCTfiKnuwxCsZHmB6" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Hotel Tonnara Trabia</a>Attire: Casual <a href="https://calendar.app.google/kkkd9HPQbGas8Ri59" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Add To Calendar</a>

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Wedding Day

Sunday, May 24, 2026 | 5:30 p.m. <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/iGKp5om7mMP5GC2y9" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Castello Lanza Branciforte di Trabia</a>Attire: Formal <a href="https://calendar.app.google/bFjFYQo9vej2sTXp8" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Add To Calendar</a>

Events

Hotel Room Block

<a href="https://www.hoteltonnara.it/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Hotel Tonnara Trabia</a>Strada Statale 113 Settentrionale SiculaTrabia, Sicilia, 90019, Italy

Please book your room using this link: <a href="https://www.hoteltonnara.it/smartpreventivi/tara-wissam.php" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.hoteltonnara.it/smartpreventivi/tara-wissam</a>. To add more nights to your reservation, please contact <a href="mailto:booking@hoteltonnara.it" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">booking@hoteltonnara.it</a>. Room Block DatesCheck-In: Saturday, May 23, 2026Check-Out: Monday, May 25, 2026(Breakfast is included with your reservation)

Other Nearby Hotels

<a href="https://www.domina.it/en/hotel/domina-zagarella-sicily/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Domina Zagarella</a>SS 113 Settentrionale Sicula, 7790017 Santa Flavia PA, Italy

To receive the booking form with the discounted rates please reach out to Wissam on wissamabdelnour97@gmail.com or through Whatsapp on +96170272651

<a href="https://hotelsportingclub.it/en/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Hotel Sporting Club</a>Via Consolare, 1690010 Altavilla Milicia PA, Italy

Accommodation

Flying to Sicily

The closest airport is <a href="https:" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Palermo Airport</a> (Aeroporto di Palermo Falcone e Borsellino - PMO); ~45 minute drive from the hotel and venue. Another airport is <a href="https://www.aeroporto.catania.it/en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Catania Airport</a> (Vincenzo Bellini - CTA); ~2 hour drive from the hotel and venue. Use this <a href="https://www.flightconnections.com/flights-to-palermo-pmo" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">tool</a> to find out which airports have direct flights to Palermo.

Navigating Sicily

Car Rental:Rental cars are available at the airport. Please reserve ahead of time to guarantee a vehicle. Ride-Share Apps:<a href="https://www.uber.com/it/en/city-hub/?_pec=no&amp;latitude=38.137058&amp;longitude=13.345622&amp;city_id=2001&amp;cityName=Palermo" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Uber</a><a href="https://www.site.wetaxi.it/en/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">WeTaxi</a><a href="https://ittaxi.it/en/home-en/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">itTaxi</a> Taxi &amp; Private Shuttle Service:If you are staying at Hotel Tonnara Trabia, you can arrange transportation by contacting the hotel directly at <a href="mailto:booking@hoteltonnara.it" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">booking@hoteltonnara.it</a>. Another option is an 8-seater van service with Francesco Battaglia. You can reach him on WhatsApp at +39 347 857 9289 to arrange transportation around the area. Train:<a href="https://www.trenitalia.com/it.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Trenitalia</a> Bus:<a href="https://prestiaecomande.transport-ticket.com/?marketingCarrierCode=PECM&amp;retailerPartnerNumber=130331" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Prestia e Comandè </a><a href="https://www.saisautolinee.it/en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">SAIS Autolinee</a>

Getting to the Venue

Complimentary shuttles will run from <a href="https://www.hoteltonnara.it/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Hotel Tonnara</a> to the venue, <a href="https://www.castellolanza.it/en/il-castello/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Castello Lanza Branciforte</a>.If you prefer to drive, parking will also be available on-site.

Travel & Transportation

Our Story

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Nicole Vazzana

Caitlin Persch

Jessy Abdel Nour

Isabel Lim

Alexandra Donato

Wedding Party

You’ll receive an email from us once the room block URL is ready to use to book your stay!

Hotel Tonnara Trabia

Located in Trabia, a few steps from Danigarci Beach, Hotel Tonnara Trabia has accommodations with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area. Offering a restaurant, the property also has a terrace, as well as a sauna and a hot tub. The property provides room service and a concierge service for guests. At the hotel, the rooms include a desk. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, all rooms at Hotel Tonnara Trabia have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and selected rooms also feature a seating area. The rooms will provide guests with a minibar. Breakfast is available, and includes buffet, continental and Italian options. The accommodation has a playground. Speaking German, English, Spanish and French at the 24-hour front desk, staff are always at hand to help. Fontana Pretoria is 20 miles from Hotel Tonnara Trabia, while Palermo Cathedral is 20 miles from the property. Falcone-Borsellino Airport is 38 miles away.

Hotel Tonnara

Travel

🇮🇹 Trabia & Surroundings

A quiet seaside village between Palermo and Cefalù — perfect for a relaxing Mediterranean escape. 🌊 Beaches &amp; SeafrontSpiaggia di Trabia — a sandy local beach steps from Hotel Tonnara.San Nicola L’Arena — charming little fishing village with a pretty marina and castle. 🍝 Dining Near TrabiaU’Rais (Hotel Tonnara) — where our welcome party will take place! Wonderful seafood and sunset views.Il Cavalluccio Marino — classic Sicilian seafood on the water.Ristorante La Riva — beachfront dining with fresh pastas and grilled fish. 🏰 Cultural SightsCastello Lanza Branciforte (Trabia) — our wedding venue (and a 16th-century castle!).Castello di San Nicola — picturesque fortress overlooking the sea.

🏖️ Nearby Coastal Towns to Visit

🌅 Cefalù (25–30 min from Trabia) A postcard-perfect medieval beach town with:Cefalù Beach — turquoise water + soft sandThe Duomo di Cefalù — UNESCO-listed Norman cathedralLa Rocca — panoramic hike with ancient ruinsOld Town — cafés, gelato, and narrow cobblestone streets 🎨 Bagheria (15 min from Trabia) Known for its Baroque villas, especially:Villa Palagonia — the “Villa of Monsters,” famous for its bizarre sculpturesVilla Cattolica — now the Renato Guttuso MuseumGreat for art &amp; architecture lovers. 🌊 Sant'Elia &amp; Porticello (15–20 min from Trabia) Two tiny fishing villages perfect for:Swimming in small rocky covesEnjoying ultra-fresh seafoodSunset seaside aperitivos Don’t miss the walk between Sant’Elia and Porticello — stunning coastal views.

🏛️ Ancient Historical Sites & Ruins

🏺 Solunto (15 min from Trabia)An ancient Phoenician–Greek–Roman city with hillside ruins and a breathtaking view of the sea. 🏛️ Himera Archaeological Site (10 min from Trabia)One of the easiest sites to reach from Trabia:Greek temple ruinsMuseum with artifactsBattlefield of the famous Battle of Himera (480 BC) 🏺 Segesta (1 hour 15 min)A spectacular and well-preserved Greek Doric temple + hilltop amphitheater. 🏛️ Valley of the Temples – Agrigento (1.5–2 hours)A world-famous archaeological park with:Multiple Greek templesSunset toursOne of the most impressive ancient sites in the Mediterranean

🌇 Palermo - the capital city of Sicily

🏰 Top SightsPalermo Cathedral — mix of Norman, Gothic &amp; Arabic architecturePalazzo dei Normanni + Cappella Palatina — jaw-dropping golden mosaicsTeatro Massimo — Italy’s largest opera houseQuattro Canti — the iconic intersection of Baroque façades 🍕 Street FoodPalermo is Italy’s street-food capital — try:Arancina (fried rice balls)Pane e panelle (chickpea fritters)Cannoli at Pasticceria Cappello or Caffè del Kassaro Explore the lively markets:Ballarò MarketMercato del CapoVucciria (nightlife + food) 🌴 Outdoor &amp; NeighborhoodsForo Italico (waterfront promenade)Piazza Marina (gardens + huge ficus trees)Kalsa district (artsy, historic, perfect for wandering)

🌋 East Coast

🌟 TaorminaSicily’s most glamorous town — stunning views, boutiques, terraces, and ancient ruins.Teatro Antico (Greek theater overlooking the sea)Corso Umberto (shopping + cafés)Isola Bella (beautiful beach + nature reserve) 🌋 Mount EtnaEurope’s most active volcano — adventurous but accessible.Cable car + Jeep excursionsLava fields, craters, hiking trailsEtna wineries (great tastings!) ✨ NotoA jewel of Sicilian Baroque architecture.Cathedral of NotoCorso Vittorio Emanuele (breathtaking Baroque buildings)Cafés, granita, and evening passeggiata

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🌞 Warm, comfortable days — usually with highs around the low to mid-70s°F / 21–26°C. 🌙 Evenings can be mild and pleasant, perfect for outdoor dinners and seaside strolls. 🌤️ The chance of rain is relatively low and most days are sunny or partly cloudy — ideal for exploring, beach walks, and wedding festivities. 🧥 Pack light layers — daytime outfits with a light jacket for evenings will keep you comfortable.

📱WhatsApp<a href="https://www.whatsapp.com/?lang=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">WhatsApp</a> only needs data which can be provided by an eSIM. Use WhatsApp to message, call, and share photos over Wi-Fi or mobile data. It’s the easiest way to stay in touch (and we’ll be on there too!). 📶Local &amp; eSIM Options<a href="https://www.airalo.com/italy-esim" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Airalo eSIM</a>: Great for international travelers who want data on arrival — easy to install before you fly and works across Italy once you land. (Get 10% with code JETSET10) Local SIM Card: You can also buy an Italian SIM at the airport or in town, but you’ll need an unlocked phone to use it. The eSIM + WhatsApp combo will cover all of your needs for maps, rides, messages, and travel info. Most businesses (restaurants, hotels, attractions, etc.) can be reached on WhatsApp. Calling and SMS texting on a network are not needed.

✈️ Newark (EWR) → Palermo (PMO)<a href="https://www.flightsfrom.com/EWR-PMO" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">United Airlines</a> operates direct nonstop flights from Newark to Palermo starting on May 22, 2026 three days per week. ✈️ New York (JFK) → Catania (CTA)<a href="https://www.delta.com/us/en/flight-deals/europe-flights/flights-to-italy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Delta Air Lines</a> operates direct nonstop flights from JFK to Catania everyday. From both airports (PMO and CTA) you can travel onward to Trabia by train, car, or bus transfer.

One-stop routes (BEY-PMO) ✈️ Beirut → Istanbul (IST) → PalermoAirline: Turkish Airlines &amp; Middle East AirlinesTypical total travel time: ~6–9 hours Beirut → Athens (ATH) → PalermoAirline: Aegean Airlines / Olympic Air &amp; Middle East AirlinesTypical total travel time: ~5.5–8 hours Beirut → Rome Fiumicino (FCO) → PalermoAirline: ITA Airways (and partner codeshares)Typical total travel time: ~6.5–9 hours Beirut → Frankfurt (FRA) OR Munich (MUC) → PalermoAirline: LufthansaTypical total travel time: ~7–10 hours One-stop routes (BEY-CTA) ✈️ Beirut → Istanbul (IST) → Catania (CTA)Airline: Turkish Airlines &amp; Eurowings / flydubai / LufthansaTypical total travel time: ~6.5–9 hours Beirut → Rome (Fiumicino, FCO) → CataniaAirlines: ITA AirwaysTypical total travel time: ~7–10 hours Beirut → Athens → CataniaAirline: Aegean AirlinesTypical total travel time: ~6–8.5 hours Beirut → Frankfurt OR Munich → CataniaAirline: LufthansaTypical total travel time: ~7.5–10 hours Flight times vary based on layovers, so it’s a good idea to explore options early and see what timing works best for your travel plans.

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