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To manage possible disruptions, Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez have booked several venues across different days.
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez’s wedding celebrations began on June 24. (Photo Credits: Instagram)
Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon, is all set to marry his longtime partner, Lauren Sanchez, in Venice. The multi-day wedding celebrations began on June 24. While the estimated $10 million affair is turning heads for its grandeur, it has also drawn protests and stirred controversy in the city.
To manage possible disruptions, the couple has booked several venues across different days. This helps with both security and managing the paparazzi, as reported by Page Six.
Why The Protests?
The wedding has not gone unnoticed by local protestors. Their aim is to highlight concerns over overtourism and its impact on the city. A group called “No Space for Bezos” has plastered banners across Venice.
“We reject the exploitative logic that sees the city as a commodity. What worries us even more is a mayor who prefers selling Venice rather than addressing the real problems its residents face — rising living costs, housing prices, the depopulation of the historic centre,” Federica Toninello, a spokesperson for the group, told Page Six.
“Bezos is on the run — this is a crazy victory for a small group of people with no money who went up against one of the richest men on the planet,” a protester told The Times.
Ceremony Venues
The main wedding ceremony is expected to happen on San Giorgio Maggiore, an island just across the Grand Canal from St. Mark’s Square.
Teatro Verde: According to a report in Page Six, the couple plans to say “I do” here. It is an open-air amphitheatre surrounded by trees, offering a calm and green setting for a romantic ceremony.
Fondazione Giorgio Cini: TMZ has reported that the ceremony might take place here instead. This location is a major cultural centre on Maggiore and was home to a Benedictine abbey.
Reception and Party Venues
La Pagoda: This beachside restaurant is expected to host the welcome ceremony. It offers beautiful views of the Adriatic Sea.
Palazzo Pisani Moretta: This historic palace on the Grand Canal is famous for its connection to Venice’s annual Doge’s Ball, a glamorous masquerade event.
Scuola Grande di Santa Maria della Misericordia: This grand 14th-century venue was originally planned for the Saturday after-party. But, as per The Times of London, this event was later cancelled due to protest concerns.
The Arsenale – Le Tese: The new location for the after party is the Arsenale, also known as Le Tese. It was once used for making sails and ship parts.
Church of the Madonna dell’Orto: A 14th-century chapel that houses the tomb of the famous Renaissance painter Tintoretto. It is not confirmed, but Page Six says this church is also on the list of possible venues.
Hotel Excelsior: This luxurious five-star hotel is also under consideration. It has a grand look and is located along the beach on the Lido.
Yacht Koru: Bezos’s 417-foot mega yacht, which has already arrived in Italy, is expected to host private parties. Due to protests, TMZ reported the yacht may be kept outside the main city, and guests could be brought in by smaller boats. Page Six reports that docking reservations have been made at both the Stazione Marittima and Riva degli Schiavoni
High-Profile Guests and Luxury Arrangements
Guests began arriving in Venice on Tuesday. The guest list includes Kim Kardashian, Kris Jenner, Ivanka Trump, Jared Kushner, Michael Kives and his wife Lydia and Barry Diller with Diane von Furstenberg.
As per Page Six, the guests will be staying in some of Venice’s most luxurious hotels, such as Hotel Danieli, the Gritti and Cipriani. Many of which offer views of the Grand Canal or sit close to St. Mark’s Square. Aman is also on the list, where the couple is believed to have booked a luxe suite.
Famed Venetian pastry shop Rosa Salva will provide desserts and aperitifs. Catering will be handled by La Dogaressa or Cipriani, according to the reports. Decorative pieces and custom glassware have been designed by Laguna B, known for its Murano glass craftsmanship. The guests will also receive goody bags from Laguna B.
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