Florence Duomo at golden hour

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Asbel's 50th

A Milestone Celebration in Italy

October 2 – 3, 2026

Florence & Tuscany, Italy

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Welcome, Friends

Your guide to Asbel's 50th in Italy.

We are honored you will be joining us in Italy as we celebrate Asbel's 50th birthday. What lies ahead is a weekend carefully curated around the places, flavors, and experiences that mean the most to him. We look forward to making unforgettable memories together.

Welcome to Italy.

Please note: All private transportation has been arranged for all scheduled events. Simply meet at the designated departure locations and times. If you are staying at a hotel other than Hotel Lungarno, you will need to arrange your own transportation to and from Hotel Lungarno.

The Celebration

The Itinerary

Friday, October 2

50th Birthday Gala Dinner

Cocktail / Semi-Formal · Elegant Evening Wear

Timeline

5:30 PM
Depart Hotel Lungarno Lobby
Private transportation provided
7:00 PM
Welcome Aperitif + Birthday Gala Dinner
Arnolfo BIS Osteria Contemporanea
Colle Val D'Elsa, Tuscany
From the celebrated team behind Arnolfo — the region's 2-Michelin-star restaurant
~11:00 PM
Private return transportation to Hotel Lungarno

Evening Highlights

•Cocktails and hors d'oeuvres
•Multi-course dinner with curated wine pairings
•Live jazz entertainment
•Professional photography throughout the evening

Saturday, October 3

A Few of Asbel's Favorite Things

Tuscany Olive Oil & Wine Experience

Smart Casual · Comfortable Shoes Recommended

Morning & early afternoon — At leisure. Explore Florence independently.

Timeline

3:15 PM
Depart Hotel Lungarno Lobby
Private transportation provided
4:00 PM
Fattoria di Maiano — Olive Oil Experience
Guided walk through centuries-old olive groves, mill visit, and tasting of award-winning Laudemio extra virgin olive oil
www.fattoriadimaiano.com
Approximately 1 hour 15 minutes
Following
Foresteria Villa Cerna
Chianti Classico countryside, near Castelnuovo Berardenga
www.foresteriavillacerna.it
Exclusive Grand Cru wine tasting + dinner on the panoramic veranda overlooking the Tuscan countryside
~9:00 PM
Private transfer back to Hotel Lungarno

Evening Highlights

•Private olive oil tasting at a historic Tuscan estate
•Guided walk through ancient olive groves
•Exclusive Grand Cru wine tasting in the Chianti Classico region
•Authentic Tuscan dinner on a panoramic veranda
•Breathtaking vineyard views

Your One-Stop Trip Guide

Make the Most of Florence

Hand-picked by Asbel — every recommendation links straight through to its website, booking page, or Google Maps. Use this instead of Google.

A Note on the Weather

October is one of Tuscany's most beautiful months — expect mild temperatures between roughly 55°F and 72°F (13–22°C), long stretches of golden afternoon light, harvest-season color through the vineyards, and about six days of soft, intermittent rain spread across the month.

Days are warm enough for linen at lunch; evenings cool enough for a jacket or a light wrap. Pack a folding umbrella, comfortable walking shoes, and a layer you can shed by midday.

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Getting Here

Most travelers connect through one of the nearby hubs.

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Getting Around

Central Florence is roughly a mile across — walk what you can.

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Where to Stay

Hotel Lungarno is the host hotel. Vetted alternatives within walking distance below.

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Things to Do

Book major museums online — walk-up lines can run 2+ hours.

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Where to Eat

Reserve dinner spots 1–2 weeks ahead, especially weekends.

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Where to Sip

Coffee culture is sacred — order cappuccino before 11 AM, espresso after meals.

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Photo Spots

Save these before you go — most are walkable from Hotel Lungarno.

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Day Trips

If you have an extra day on either side of the celebration.

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Good to Know

Practical details for a smoother trip.

Stay & Arrive

Hotel & Travel

Your Home Base

Hotel Lungarno

All hosted events depart from and return to Hotel Lungarno, Florence. For the most seamless experience, guests attending hosted events should plan to stay here.

Visit Hotel Website →

Need Travel Assistance?

Alexandra Atzeni

Asbel highly recommends Alexandra for all Italy travel arrangements — she has managed several of his trips personally.

Alexandra Atzeni

Luxury Travel Stylist · DG Platinum Travel Club

info@dgplatinumtravel.it

When reaching out, mention you are with Asbel Montes' 50th Birthday Celebration.

Email Alexandra →

What to Wear

Dress the Part

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Friday Evening

Cocktail / Semi-Formal

Elegant evening wear. Think Tuscany, candlelight, and a Michelin-starred table.

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Saturday

Smart Casual

Comfortable shoes are strongly recommended — you'll be walking through olive groves and vineyards.

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Travel Days

Dress as You Are

Italy is your runway. Travel in comfort and arrive in style.

Questions?

We're here to help.

For any questions about the celebration, transportation, or logistics:

Loida Howell

Event Coordinator · Solutions Group Services
loida.howell@solutionsgroup.com
614-886-3957

Email Loida →