Hi Josie~ Thanks for the info. I too am from an Italian family, and will be having about 75-80 guests, but will be having a private function. Who told you that there was a max of 40 guests? I have been in contact with DIANA MARTEN she is a Wedding Sales Assistant for the palace resorts, and hasn't mentioned a word, which is concerning. I am going to have to tell her again...thank you for the info.