Morning sessions at DW Summit Ravello challenged us to rethink everything. We opened with powerful panel talks on the shift from "decoration" to experience and the reality that visibility is now our industry's strongest currency.
The core takeaway? AI as a tool for interpretation. We explored how technology can help us design what clients can’t put into words—translating vague dreams into immersive experiences. We also discussed how our value lies in multicultural expertise and the local partnerships that make a destination wedding seamless.
The afternoon was pure inspiration. The day became a real-life exploration of storytelling, design, and the emotional power of place. We took a moment to appreciate the old italian charm of @ape_calessino_service 3-wheel car, and then we toured the famous gardens of @villacimbrone , @belmondhotelcaruso and @palazzoavino . We were left in awe by the timeless @basilica.di_sant.eustachio , witnessing firsthand how spaces craft "Visual Memories."
Ending with dinner @palazzo_pascal under the stars in Ravello and on the perfect notes of @maggiorino_violin , one thing is clear: experience is the best form of education. The future of destination weddings isn’t built only inside conference rooms—it’s lived, questioned, and reimagined together.
Our wonderful speakers who not only talked the talk but also walked the walk with us ❤️ @ruimotapinto@rosimedeiros.cerimonial@nunolopesphoto@jojoshi_dmc@_karentb@asianbritishmusic
Videographer @vasileporavfilms 😍
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Our first evening together in Ravello — gathered on the infinity rooftop terrace of Hotel Bonadies, overlooking the Amalfi Coast.
Surrounded by Caterina’s giant flower installation, this was the beginning of new conversations, new connections and the first moments shared together at DW Summit Ravello 2026.
A terrace full of wedding creatives meeting for the very first time — and somehow already feeling like a community. 🤍
Host hotel 🛎 @hotelbonadies
Giant floral art 🌼@atelierfloreale_di_caterina
And oue lovely photographer in 🍋: @ioanaporav
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Last week we kicked off the DW Summit in true Italian style at @hotelbonadies . Gourmet gelato on the rooftop terrace and that giant floral setup were a total mood against the Amalfi sunset.
The energy was 10/10. We swapped stories between the hand-stretched mozzarella, pizza fresh from the oven, live painting, and beats that hit just right.
First night at DW Summit Ravello 2026 was all about community and craft.
A huge thank you to the incredible partners and friends who brought this night to life:
Host: @hotelbonadies
Mozzarella-making-class: @biagio_staiano_
Live Art: @buongiornoravello
Floral Decor: @staraceflorist
Giant Flowers: @atelierfloreale_di_caterina
Gelato Station: @gelateria_bizarre_salerno
Beats: @frank_hitch
Amazing visual memories by our and only videographer @vasileporavfilms
And to our participants—thank you for bringing the energy and making our first night unforgettable!
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A corner suspended between sky and sea, where the delicacy of giant hydrangeas in soft blue and light blue shades meets the timeless elegance of giant white roses. ✨💙🤍
A handcrafted floral installation created to transform this breathtaking view into a dreamlike experience, filled with striking volumes, lightness, and romance. Un angolo sospeso tra cielo e mare, dove la delicatezza delle ortensie giganti nelle sfumature azzurro e celeste incontra l’eleganza senza tempo delle rose bianche giganti. ✨💙🤍
Un allestimento scenografico creato a mano per trasformare questo panorama mozzafiato in un’esperienza da sogno, tra volumi importanti, leggerezza e romanticismo. #giantflowers #weddingamalficoast #weddingravello #allestimentomatrimonio
Nobody understood the assignment like @frank_hitch . He took us from those iconic Italian nostalgia tracks to beat-dropping hits.
It was the perfect "we’ve arrived" soundtrack for @hotelbonadies rooftop terrace. Honestly, if you weren't dancing with a pizza slice or a spritz in your hand, were you even there?
Photo: @ioanaporav
Host hotel @hotelbonadies
Dj: @frank_hitch
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#ravellodj #dwsummitravello #destinationweddingravello
While we were busy swapping stories and grabbing pizza slices, Vittorio @buongiornoravello was quietly capturing the Amalfi Coast's iconic colors on his canvas.
It’s one thing to take a photo, but seeing the evening being captured through an artist's eyes, was the perfect reminder to slow down and actually take in the beauty of Ravello. 💙
Vittorio, thank you for leaving us with such a beautiful forever piece of the DW Summit!
Photo: @ioanaporav
Host venue @hotelbonadies
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The absolute highlight of our Pizza Night: a hands-on mozzarella masterclass with @biagio_staiano_ . He made it look so effortless and captivating, but those who dared to try it themselves quickly realized it’s actually an art....and a workout!
The experience was as delicious as it was entertaining and those fresh mozzarella mousse samplers were a total hit! We’re still dreaming of that cheese. 😍
A huge thank you to Biagio for bringing his magic to the DW Summit!
Photo @ioanaporav
Host hotel @hotelbonadies
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Still not over this setup. 🍅
We were obsessed with the surprise table decor @staraceflorist created for our Pizza Party. It wasn’t just flowers—Maria literally brought the Amalfi spirit to the table with Mutti tomato cans, fresh vine tomatoes, aromatic rosemary & basil pots, and clusters of lemons, matching perfectly the giant poppy flowers by @atelierfloreale_di_caterina
Against that Amalfi sunset, the gingham table runners, yellow & red roses, and pink carnations felt like a total dream.
Also, who knew a can of tomatoes could be the ultimate decor piece?
Table decorations @staraceflorist
Giant flower installation @atelierfloreale_di_caterina
Host hotel: @hotelbonadies
Official photographer @ioanaporav
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What better way to start experiencing the Amalfi Coast with all senses than with an authentic gelato al limone 🍋 by @gelateria_bizarre_salerno ?
More than just a sweet moment during registration, their gelato station was the perfect opening to our evening — and a chance to discover an experience that fits tastetfully into the Amalfi atmosphere for parties and destination weddings. 🤍
#dwsummit #destinationweddingravello #gelatoallimone
Before the summit officially started, we had some time to explore the magic of Ravello — tiny streets, unreal views, lemon trees everywhere, and that dreamy Amalfi Coast energy.
And having these amazing wedding pros from Romania with us this edition made it even better. We’re so happy our summit became something people were excited to travel for, connect through, and experience together 🤍
Accommodation @hotelbonadies
Cocktails @palazzoavino
Ceramics @ceramiche_darte_pascal
Dinner @salvatoreravello
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