Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and his partner, Lauren Sanchez, are set to celebrate their wedding in Venice from June 26-28. The event has sparked protests through the "spaceless for Bezos" campaign, highlighting concerns over social and environmental impacts.
Event Details:
- The three-day celebration features an exclusive gala on June 26, a pledge exchange at Titro Verde on June 27, and a grand finale at the Scola Grande della Misericordia on June 28.
- High-profile guests include celebrities like Bill Gates, Oprah Winfrey, and Leonardo DiCaprio.
Logistics:
- Attendees are arriving on 80 private jets and using over 30 booked water taxis and yachts. Bezos’ $500 million superyacht, Koru, is among the vessels expected.
- While some believe the wedding will positively impact local businesses, others criticize the environmental costs associated with such an event.
Public Response:
- Protests have been organized against the wedding, with activists highlighting the strain on the city’s resources and the risk of overcrowding.
- Venice officials assert they have experience managing large events without significant disruption to residents and tourists.
The story illustrates a divide in public opinion regarding the wedding’s implications for Venice.
