COUNT DOWN
WELCOME PARTY
Friday, November 5th, 2027
LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort
9891 Gulf Shore Drive
Naples, FL 34108
Cocktail Attire
CEREMONY
Saturday November 6th, 2027
The Ritz-Carlton, Naples
280 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, Naples, FL 34108
Black Tie Optional
RECEPTION
Saturday November 6th, 2027
The Ritz-Carlton, Naples
280 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, Naples, FL 34108
Black Tie Optional
FLIGHTS & HOTELS
FLIGHTS
Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW)
35-40 Minutes From the Venue
We recommend flying into RSW in Fort Myers, located approximately 26 miles from The Ritz-Carlton, Naples, where the venue is located.
HOTELS
We have reserved a room block at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples, where our wedding will take place. Guests wishing to take advantage of our discounted room rates should book by October 6, 2027.
While we encourage guests to stay at the venue or nearby, Naples has no shortage of wonderful hotels, with options at a variety of price points!
Near the Wedding Venue:
LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort (welcome party location)
Vanderbilt Beach Resort
Options in Downtown Naples:
The Old Naples Hotel
Four Seasons Hotel at Naples Beach Club
The Inn on Fifth
AC Hotel Naples 5th Avenue
THINGS TO DO
Near the venue
The Beach: Relax on Vanderbilt Beach.
Mercato: Shopping, restaurants, and bars in an outdoor shopping district.
The Turtle Club: Beachfront dining with beautiful Gulf views.
Gumbo Limbo: Enjoy drinks and sunset views at the beachfront restaurant at The Ritz-Carlton.
The Spa: Unwind with a treatment at The Ritz-Carlton Spa during your stay.
Enjoy the Beach
Whether you’re staying at a beachfront hotel or not, Naples’ public beaches are beautiful and open to everyone! You can enjoy the beach near the venue or head downtown toward Fifth Avenue South or Third Street South for a beach day closer to shops and restaurants.
Explore Fifth Avenue South
Stroll along Fifth Avenue South, one of Naples' most popular destinations for shopping and dining.
A few of our favorite restaurants on Fifth Avenue include:
Le Colonial – Elegant French-Vietnamese cuisine
Del Mar – Mediterranean-inspired dining
Truluck's – A great spot for seafood
Lola 41 – A lively restaurant with globally inspired dishes (we love the sushi)
Tulia Italian Steak – Italian cuisine and steakhouse favorites
Explore Third Street South
Third Street is full of charming boutiques and restaurants. On a Saturday, be sure to check out the Third Street South Farmers Market!
Some of our favorite spots in the area include:
Campiello – A Naples favorite for Italian cuisine
Jane's Café on 3rd – A lovely spot for brunch
La Salière – Classic French-inspired dining
Barbatella – Italian food in a relaxed, lively atmosphere