Travel
Villa Cariola is about 35km from Verona. Here is everything you need to get there smoothly.
Fly into Verona — Verona Catullo Airport (VRN) is your best option. About 30 minutes from the city center.
Spend Friday night in Verona — we strongly recommend arriving September 17 and spending the night. Romeo and Juliet's city is worth a night.
We pick you up Saturday morning — a private group shuttle departs from a central Verona pickup point. Included in all packages.
By air
Airports & Flights
The closest and easiest option. About 35km from Villa Cariola — roughly 30 minutes by car. Your shuttle departs from Verona city center on Saturday morning.
~35km from villa · ~30 minA good alternative with more international connections. About 140km from Verona — roughly 1.5 hours by train or car. Trains run frequently between Milan and Verona.
~140km from villa · ~1.5 hrsBudget airline hub — Ryanair and others fly here. About 110km from Verona. Good option if you find a cheaper fare but factor in the extra travel time to Verona.
~110km from villa · ~1.5 hrsSpend the night in Verona
We strongly recommend arriving the night before — Friday, September 17 and spending a night in Verona before the retreat begins. It gives you time to settle in, shake off the jet lag, and explore one of Italy's most beautiful cities.
Romeo and Juliet's city. The Roman Arena. The Adige river at sunset. It is worth a night — trust us.
Your shuttle is waiting
A private group shuttle departs from a central pickup point in Verona on Saturday morning, September 18. The exact time and location will be confirmed closer to the date but plan to be ready by late morning.
Get yourself to Verona on Friday. We handle everything from Saturday morning on.
Good to know
Before You Travel
Do I need a visa?
US and UK passport holders do not need a visa for stays under 90 days in Italy. Italy is part of the Schengen Area. Guests from other countries should check requirements with their embassy or a travel advisor well in advance.
Money & payments
Italy uses the Euro. Most places accept major credit cards. We recommend having some cash for personal expenses during free time — lunches, local exploring, tips. Your package covers accommodation, dinners, breakfast and open bar so spending will be minimal.
Travel insurance
We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance as soon as you pay your deposit. It protects your investment in case of illness, flight cancellations, or unforeseen circumstances. Given our cancellation policy, it gives everyone peace of mind.
What to wear
September in Lake Garda is warm — 22 to 27°C / 72 to 81°F. Light fabrics work best. For the wedding ceremony, dress code is Formal / Earth tones. For the welcome dinner, Italian Evening Chic. For the retreat day, Resort Casual. For departure, Italian Summer Chic.
Local transport
Once you are at the villa, you will not need a car — everything happens on the property. If you arrive early or stay late in Verona, taxis, Uber and trains are all available. Lake Garda is also well served by ferries if you want to explore on free days.
Staying nearby
If you are joining us with a weekend pass and staying independently, we will send accommodation recommendations near Villa Cariola once your spot is confirmed. You will still be included in the Verona shuttle, we make sure you are taken care of either way.