The Cannavacciuolo Bistrot will offer a buffet with local and traditional brunch selections including custom omelettes, charcuterie, fruit, pastries and more. We invite you to indulge because You Only Live Once! All guests are invited to attend breakfast at the resort, regardless of whether or not you are staying on the property. We hope to see you there as we close our wedding weekend. Feel free to drop by and say goodbye.

Finally, let’s eat! We fell in love with the resort for it’s minimalist, low-key aesthetic and remarkable cuisine while vacationing last fall. We love to experience new food and support culinary creativity! We hope you enjoy the menu.

Gina convinced Laurent to take photos and embrace the process…so please, buy us some time, kick off our celebration and make new friends before dinner! We’ll join you when our mission has been completed.

The ceremony festivities will begin promptly at 5:00 PM. Please join our guests on the promenade for a glass of champagne before we walk down the aisle. Don’t worry - it won’t be long, we don’t like long ceremonies either :)

We are offering complimentary cryotherapy treatment to all guests, regardless of whether or not they are staying at the resort. Cryotherapy uses cold to heal or remove unhealthy tissue. It can be done for pain relief, injury recovery, or to treat certain medical conditions.

If you’re up for some exercise and a little friendly competition, check out the nearby courts at Hotel Approdo, just a 15-minute walk from the resort. If you'd prefer not to walk, you can easily get there by one of the resort boats or by car.

Guests can rent racquets, and don’t worry—we’ve got the tennis balls covered! For those interested, we’ve set up a game before we tie the knot. Even if you’re new to the game, feel free to join us for some fun—it’s all about the effort!

Discover more about the region by exploring its stunning natural landscape! If you’re interested in hiking but need transportation and don’t have a rental car, we’re happy to help. Just let us know in advance, and we can arrange a meetup for those interested so we can assist with organizing any group travel needs upon your arrival.

Make a sandwich and take a trip across the lake. Guests are invited to reserve a canoe or paddleboard for the weekend. Please specify interest in our activities form!

Guests are encouraged to take advantage of the The Longevity Suite, a luxury spa with state of the art wellness services and products throughout the course of the weekend. Check back for special pricing for our guess will be posted along with reservation instructions. For a list of available services, visit The Longevity Suite at Laqua by the Lake. You may also refer to their brochure for a list of available services here.

Whoever comes to Lake Orta is drawn irresistibly to its most beautiful village: the ancient burgh of Orta San Giulio, which faces the spectacular Island of San Giulio, a short distance away. The distinctive appearance of the burgh derives from the Renaissance and Baroque art which is a feature of its fine townhouses and beautiful gardens. Attractions include the magnificent mansions of Villa Perone and Villa Crespi, as well as the Palazzo della Comunità, which once hosted the “Consiglio della Riviera”. 

The little Island of San Giulio is dominated by its Romanesque basilica, the bishop’s palace and the Benedictine abbey. You can reach it by a short crossing by boat or motor launch. Legend has it that the island, which lies not more than 400 metres from the lakefront of Orta, was once a bare rock inhabited by snakes and terrible monsters, until the day in 390 when San Giulio landed, crossing the lake on his cloak and guided in the storm by his staff. Here the Saint founded a church, which he later chose to be buried in, and transformed the island into a centre of evangelization of the whole area. After landing, you go up a short flight of steps leading to the atmospheric Romanesque Basilica, the island’s main attraction. 

From the church you can walk along the narrow street that goes round the whole of the island: the “way of silence and meditation”, in an evocative blend of spirituality and architecture.

Exploring the lanes you will come across the 19th century Bishop’s Palace, and the Mater Ecclesiae Benedictine Abbey, a convent of cloistered nuns who live permanently on the island, devoting their days to prayer, study, restoring valuable old church vestments, making communion wafers and the famous “pane di San Giulio” (St Julius’ bread). 

The other buildings on the island, now private residences, were once priests’ lodgings; one of the oldest is Villa Tallone, where concerts of classical music are held every year. A pleasant restaurant with a terrace on the lake and a souvenir shop complete the facilities available to the visitor.

We initially planned to offer this outing for our guests, but due to limited sign-ups, we've decided to remove if from our schedule of optional events. However, for those interested in exploring on their own, we've included information below about one of the many local vineyards you might want to visit during your stay. Just be sure to return in time for the wedding, which starts at 5 PM!

Alternative Vineyards for Exploration

Check out TripAdvisor for information on local tours in the region. Be sure to plan your timing in advance, as some tours can take several hours. Ride-sharing services may be limited, so traveling by car is usually the best option. While Uber operates in Italy, pick-up times can be unreliable, often leading to long wait times, and Lyft does not operate here. Your best option may be to ask resort staff to call you a taxi for specific departure and pick-up.

Join guests for an onsite yoga class led by a certified local instructor, free of charge. This class is designed for all levels and is intended to be fun and energizing. Remember, you’re on vacation! If you would like to join, simply let staff know and they will escort you to the dock.

Laqua by the Lake has two boats permitted for use by our guests, free of charge. Lake Orta does not require a license for use around the lake, but we, as your loving hosts (aka, Gina) strongly encourage those with boating experience to captain over those with limited experience.

If you would like to tour the lake and wish to join guests with boating experience, please let us know!

Finally, we kindly ask that those interested in using a boat be mindful of others wanting to enjoy the lake. With 50 guests, please coordinate your trips with friends. We’ll have a sign-up sheet at the dock with various time slots, as well as a waitlist for any extra availability. Resort staff are also available to sKeep in mind that each boat needs time to recharge throughout the day, so let’s make sure we keep them powered up to avoid leaving anyone stranded on the water!

Settle into a lounge chair or cabana and connect to the outdoor speakers for a relaxing day by the lake, beach, or pool. Waitstaff will be on hand to serve drinks and lunch if you choose to dine while you relax. Remember, the property will be closed to outside guests, so take this opportunity to unwind and enjoy yourself before the ceremony!

We’re in Italy—let’s eat, and celebrate! What better way to begin this new chapter? After sunset drinks at the resort, join us for pizza at Vecchio Forno, beginning at 7:30pm. For those wanting to keep the celebration going, walk back with us to the resort for a bonfire, and catered s’mores under the stars.

Join us for custom cocktails and light bites on the patio, followed by a short 5-minute walk to Vecchio Forno, a local pizzeria, for dinner.