The Story
Their love story all began in August 2021. At an unforgettable first date, Sam arrived at Frank’s house all dolled up, only to be greeted by Frank in his signature sport shorts, socks and moccasins — a casual charm that would soon win Sam's heart. Although shy at first, they couldn’t help being magnetically drawn to each other, and from the first moment, they knew they had found something special.
Frank took their early dates as an opportunity to conduct what Sam fondly recalls as “101-question interviews”. Sam being good on her feet, handled it well. The heated scopa tournaments shortly followed, and the rest is now history. Behind all the curiosity, laughter, and competitiveness, Frank was preparing for this moment, and knew Sam was the one.
Three years later Frank proposed in the Philippines, and now their dream wedding in Italy is a reality.
They are so excited to spend the rest of their lives together and can't wait for you to be a part of their special day, which will be one they will never forget!
CEREMONY
La Basilica Cattedrale
Santa Maria Assunta,
4:30pm
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Via Monsignore Lamberti, 3, 70014 Conversano,
BA, Italy
WEDNESDAY, 27 AUGUST 2025
Details & Schedule
COCKTAIL HOUR & CANAPÉS
Masseria Auraterrae,
from 5:30pm
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Viale Maringelli, 404,
70044 Polignano a Mare, Puglia, Italy
RECEPTION
(DINNER, BAR & PARTY)
Masseria Auraterrae,
Following Cocktail Hour approximately 7:30pm til late (3:00am)
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Dress Code: Formal
Details & Schedule
Well Wishes
We are so grateful and thrilled to have you join us in Italy to celebrate our wedding day. Your presence on the day is the most precious gift we could receive or ever ask for. If you’d like to share your warm wishes, we’d treasure them forever.
Accommodation
There are plenty of accommodation options in Polignano a Mare. You are more than welcome to research your own, or alternatively, you may choose from a few options we’ve researched for you below. They are within a 10–15 minute drive from the Masseria. Conversano is also a beautiful town close by, with many options to choose from.
Transportation
If you selected the Bus option on your RSVP, then transportation will be provided for you, to travel to and from the church to Masseria Auraterrae.
Please note that if you did not select this at the time of RSVP'ing, you have not been factored into the headcount.
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Shuttles will depart Masseria Auraterrae in Polignano a Mare at 4:30pm sharp to ensure arrival at the church for commencement of the ceremony at 5:00pm.
Shuttles will depart the church at 6:00pm, bringing guests back to Masseria Auraterrae for the reception.
The Recovery Party
THURSDAY, 28 AUGUST 2025
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It wouldn’t be our Italian wedding if we didn’t invite everyone back the following day for recovery!
The recovery pool party will be back at Masseria Auraterrae from 1:00pm onwards the day after the wedding. The party continues with pizza, drinks and DJ by the pool. Be sure to bring your bathers!
Please ensure you RSVP to this event.
Children
Whilst we love your little ones and understand that you have travelled far and wide to be with us on our special day, we felt it important to share that it is respectfully our preference to have an adult only event.
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However, if you are travelling with young children/infants and have no babysitting arrangement option, we certainly understand! If this is the case, we would appreciate you letting us know in the RSVP section if your young child/children will be attending with you.
Ultimately, we want all parents of little ones to come along and let their hair down, to celebrate our special day with us and to take the opportunity to relax and enjoy.
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Of course, children are invited to join us all at the Recovery Pool Party should you wish to bring them along!
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Please ensure that you note on your RSVP if you have any young children/infants attending either event.
Contact
Whether you are travelling from afar or nearby, we want to make sure you have the information you need to make your journey to our wedding fun and seamless. For any questions about our big day, please email us and we’ll be happy to help any way we can.
We cannot wait to see you.
Love always,
Frank & Sam
