# Romantic Tragedy Weddings Get Married on the Real Romeo & Juliet Balcony in Verona By Bianca | Published 2009-06-08 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/romeo-juliet-wedding-verona References: [reuters](http://www.reuters.com/article/oddlyEnoughNews/idUSTRE55151820090603) Luca Ceccarelli was the first lucky modern Romeo to wed his Juliet on the same Verona balcony said to have been the architectural muse of William Shakespeare -- but he won't be last. After the soccer star wed Irene Lamforti this week, the infamous balcony has been made available as a [900 euro wedding locale](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/karisma-hotels-resorts). "The 13th century mansion of the Cappello family -- believed to be the Capulets of William Shakespeare's tragic play Romeo and Juliet' -- has for years been a place of pilgrimage for lovers worldwide, who have scrawled love messages on its walls," Reuters explains. So, if you really want to feel like [star-crossed lovers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acotar-switzerland-tour), I can think of no more [romantic place to say your vows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chapel-of-the-flowers); it's as romantic then as it is now. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Romance](https://www.trendhunter.com/romance) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Romantic Destination Weddings:** Offering unique wedding venues with historical significance and romantic appeal, such as the famous Romeo & Juliet balcony in Verona. - **Pilgrimage Tourism:** Attractions linked to famous literary works or historical events are increasingly popular destinations for tourists seeking immersive experiences. - **Love-themed Tourism:** Travel experiences that capitalize on the timeless symbol of love, offering visitors a chance to indulge in romantic settings and activities. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Wedding Planning Services:** Wedding planners can expand their offerings and cater to couples seeking unique and memorable wedding venues with historical significance. - **Hospitality and Tourism:** Hotels, tour operators, and local attractions can capitalize on the growing demand for romance-themed tourism by offering immersive experiences tied to famous love stories. - **Heritage Conservation and Restoration:** Opportunities for heritage preservation and restoration projects arise from the desire to maintain and showcase historical landmarks that have cultural or literary significance. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Iconically Located Wedding Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/times-square-this-valentines.md) - [Branded Free Wedding Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/get-married-at-serendipity3.md) - [Vegas-Themed Wedding Packages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegasthemed-wedding-package.md) - [Mobile Weenie Wedding Chapels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobile-wedding-chapel.md) - [$290 Leap Year Weddings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/290-leap-year-weddings.md) - [Wedding Fashion Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shein-love-chapel.md) - [Low-Cost Distillery Weddings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/distillery-wedding.md) - [Avant-Garde Theatrical Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/avantgarde-theatrical-experience.md) - [Romance-Inspired Hotel Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valentines-rendezvous.md)