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The Ultimate Guide on How to Get Married in Greece

Hello and Welcome to Ellwed Talks – the first podcast about destination weddings in Greece! My name is Sanya, the founder of Ellwed magazine and I will be your host today. Join me in this new episode where we talk with Sarah Hatjipavlis, a Wedding Celebrant of Grecian Ceremonies.

Like from a movie, Sarah came to Greece for her vacations and never left! That is when she created a life for herself and her family. And so, after many years of working in different sectors, she started in the wedding industry as a wedding celebrant, travelling all over Greece.

In this episode you can get to know Sarah, her work and her story. We touch on some important things which are part of your wedding planning process.

We also talk about the ultimate guide on how to get married in Greece, which she prepared for us. And we hope it will help you plan your dream wedding! You can find the full guide on our blog.

Now, let’s get started!

The ultimate guide on how to get married in Greece

Greece is a wonderful choice for any couple looking for a venue for a destination wedding. As a wedding celebrant in Greece, I have seen many couples tie the knot over the years so here is my ultimate guide on how to get married in Greece.

Where to get married in Greece

Mainland or the Islands?

Greece has so many options and a vast range of venues for your special day.

Athens and the Athenian Riviera

There are so many great reasons to choose Athens for your wedding and yes you could consider a winter wedding in Greece!

Direct flights 12 months of the year.
Fantastic villa and resort style venues on the coast.
A vast range of luxury hotels in central Athens.
You and your guests can combine a wedding with all the history that only a city like Athens can offer. Visit the Acropolis with its unforgettable Parthenon, the Acropolis museum and get out for the day to visit Delphi, Mycenae or Epidaurus. Go and see the amazing sunset views at Cape Sounion.
Less cost and a great choice for your guests, as they only need to get to Athens and don’t have to go to the additional expense of flights or ferries to the Greek Islands

Greek Islands

Greece has so many Islands to choose from for your special day.

So, how to choose which Greek Island is best for your destination wedding?

Look at local information and choose an Island that suits you.
Are you looking for family activities?
Does the Island have to have an airport or are you happy to make your way there via ferry?
Are sandy beaches important to you?
Is nightlife important?
Are you set on a very popular Island?
Are you looking for an Island off the beaten track?
What type of budget are you working with? Santorini and Mykonos are the most famous wedding islands in Greece, frequented by A listers, but this can also require a substantial budget, and they can be very crowded during the high season summer months.
Smaller Islands will be more budget friendly. Often they must be reached by ferry as there are no airports, and the nightlife may be a drink and dinner at a local bar or taverna, perfect for some who are looking to elope or have a wonderful Greek wedding experience.
Do you want to visit archaeological sites? If history is your thing, then choose an Island with plenty of it! Rhodes has its Mediaeval City, one of the oldest inhabited Old Cities in Europe, a UNESCO World Heritage site and Crete has Knossos which was the centre of Minoan civilisation and the capital of Minoan Crete. These are just a couple of examples of Islands with famous sites there are many others to choose from!
Child friendly venues. Greeks are known for their sense of family, so kids are welcome everywhere in Greece. If you are looking for kid friendly activities, choose an Island with plenty going on for them.
Shopping. Many Islands have plenty of shops but there are some smaller rocks where shops are few and far between. An advantage for some and a disadvantage for others!

How to get married in Greece

There are 3 ways to get married in Greece

Greek Orthodox religious wedding-for couples who are of Greek Orthodox faith (there are few exceptions). Held in a Greek Orthodox church, officiated by the local priest, in Greek. Paperwork requirements vary from place to place.

The standard civil wedding*-led by the local registrar. You must submit all the official paperwork, translated into Greek and officially stamped. Legal requirements vary from place to place. Ceremony will take about 10 minutes, like any other civil ceremony it is short and sweet and will be in Greek, but your wedding planner can arrange to have someone there to translate it into your language. You will sign the local register on the day and do the official paperwork a couple of days later at the local town hall. Venues for a civil ceremony are limited.

A symbolic wedding-No legal paperwork done on the day. Couples will do the official paperwork in their home country if they want a legal marriage and this frees them up to have a symbolic wedding in Greece. Definitely the way to go for LGBTQ couples choosing Greece for their special day. (Greece still sadly lacks the local legislation for legal LGBTQ marriage)

Led by the local registrar- the ceremony is as above*, very similar to the civil ceremony and the venues are limited.

Led by a celebrant, the symbolic ceremony will be written just for you. No venue restrictions, no time limits, your ceremony your way in Greece. Perfect for couples who wish to add some faith or traditions to their ceremony and really for any couple who feels that the ceremony is the most important part of their day. Will the ceremony feel symbolic? Definitely not!

Type of venue, exclusive or not

There are wedding venues in Greece that hold ceremonies all day long, back to back. Most of these will give you a slot of about an hour, for your guests to arrive and be seated, for the wedding ceremony and a celebratory drink for everyone present afterwards.

If you would prefer an exclusive venue, choose a villa style property, or take over a beach bar or taverna exclusively where you will have the venue to yourselves. You will not have to worry about any time restrictions and there will not be a crowd of people waiting outside the entrance for the next wedding to start.

Wedding planners in Greece

Once you have chosen the area and the type of venue, the next step is to find a wedding planner to assist you with planning and organising your destination wedding in Greece. There are so many options of wedding planners who are either based in Greece, or in your own country but working with suppliers in Greece. So, find someone who suits you, who communicates well, and who can work with your budget.

A wedding planner is a must, it is a false economy to try to do everything yourself, a planner will know the local area, will have experience with the local suppliers, and will be able to give you all the advice you need and you will be able to relax and enjoy your wedding day knowing that everything has been taken care of. If you do decide to plan your own wedding then definitely hire a wedding coordinator for the day, you really don’t want to be dealing with any last-minute problems!

Time of year and time of day

Athens is open for visitors 12 months of the year. If you are set on a beach setting then you should choose the months of May though until October, but if you are looking for a mild climate and love the idea of off season, then choose one of the winter months for your destination wedding in Greece.

The Greek Islands are open for weddings for the summer season months of April till end of October and direct flights will be available during these months. You definitely could have a winter wedding on a Greek Island, research Crete or Rhodes as they are both very mild year round with over 300 days of sunshine a year, however you would have to fly in via Athens.

Time of day

Low season April, May, October

A ceremony 14.00-15.00 would be the best, the days are shorter, and the evenings cooler.

Mid-season June, September

A ceremony 16.00 and later

High season July, August

Try for after 17.00 due to the heat. Many couples love to have a sunset photo shoot so this is definitely something to take in to account when planning the ceremony time.

If due to lack of availability, your ceremony is quite early during the high season months, make sure you choose somewhere with shade for your guests, and ensure that there is plenty of bottled water on hand.

Confetti at your destination wedding in Greece

Natural petals are the way to go. They are a must 99% of the time. Limited confetti at nonexclusive venues as everything must be cleared up in between wedding ceremonies.

What to wear

Sounds obvious right, but you do have to consider the heat. Cottons and linens are great for the heat. Bermuda style shorts are a great choice any gentlemen attending. For ladies, open backed dresses, straps, side slits will all help. For any beach venue, warn your guests, so that they wear suitable footwear. Often couples will choose to be barefoot at their beach ceremony!

Wedding trends in Greece

Micro weddings and elopements are very popular these days. Often chosen by couples who are going to combine their wedding with their honeymoon. They will tie the knot in Greece and then at a later date enjoy a family party back home to celebrate!

Venues that are trending for micro weddings and elopement weddings.

On board a yacht.
A traditional olive grove with stunning mountain views.
In your favourite Greek village.
At the local taverna.
On the beach at the water’s edge.
At sunset overlooking the Caldera.

For couples choosing an elopement style wedding, it is all about the ceremony!

TOP TIP Consider having a live stream of your ceremony to family and close friends back home! You may be eloping in Greece, but they will definitely want to be a part of such a special day!

Local wedding suppliers for your destination wedding in Greece

There are so many great suppliers to choose from such as photographers, videographers, wedding musicians, florists, caterers, wedding cake maker, make-up artists, hair stylists, entertainers, DJs, wedding coordinators and venue decorator, celebrants, transport companies and others.

These days many couples do their own research online. My advice is to select as many local suppliers as you can. These people will have all the expertise you require for your special day. They speak the language and they know the local area. It really is an obvious choice.

Image by Sweet Ice Cream Photography via Unsplash

Why choose Greece for your destination wedding?

Wonderful weather, an amazing choice of places and venues, fabulous flavours, stunning blue waters and of course you will be surrounded by the love and friendliness of the Greek people themselves.

Greece has been my home for many years and as a modern-day wedding celebrant in Greece I spend my time writing and officiating unique wedding, elopement, commitment and vow renewal ceremonies. This ultimate guide on how to get married in Greece is based on my years of experience and I hope it will be of use to any couple planning a destination wedding in Greece sometime in the future.

This ultimate guide on how to get married in Greece was written by Grecian Ceremonies-Sarah Hatjipavlis-Celebrant in Greece.

Creating lifelong memories.

Find Sarah:

www.grecianceremonies.gr

www.facebook.com/grecianceremonies/

www.instagram.com/grecianceremonies

Did you like this ultimate guide? Meet more professionals at ellwed.com/podcast or listen to the episodes bellow

Ellwed Talks with Sarah Hatjipavlis Wedding Celebrant of Grecian Ceremonies #13 – Ellwed Talks / Destination Wedding in Greece

Welcome to the new episode of Ellwed Talks where we dive into destination wedding planning with Sarah Hatjipavlis. A wedding Celebrant of Grecian Ceremonies Like from a movie Sheryl Valentine, Sarah came to Greece for her holidays and never left! Here, she created a life for herself and her family. After many years of working in different sectors, she started in the wedding industry as a wedding celebrant, travelling all over Greece. In this episode you can get to know Sarah, her work and her story. We touch on some important things which are part of your wedding planning process. We also talk about the ultimate guide on how to get married in Greece, which she prepared for us. And we hope it will help you plan your dream wedding! You can find the full guide on our blog. You can find Sarah: www.grecianceremonies.gr www.facebook.com/grecianceremonies/ www.instagram.com/grecianceremonies/ www.pinterest.com/Grecianceremonies/ www.youtube.com/channel/UCUR_3axVTbvKWe4d3P9EJ9Q —————————————————————– Read more on ellwed.com/podcast Get the Ellwed magazine at ellwed.com/magazine Follow Ellwed on socials for instant stylish inspiration from Greece at @ellwedmag Share this episode on your social media channels and help future brides with planning their destination wedding! Now, let’s get started! — Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ellwed/message

Why You Should Print Your Wedding Photos And How To Choose the Right Album For The Job

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Do your wedding photos bring you joy and maybe a little bit of tears in your eyes every time you see them? But how many time do you really get to see them?

If your wedding photos are stored on some hard drive somewhere in your computer, you might want to think of printing them and arranging them in a beautiful album for everyone to enjoy! Have you ever caught yourself flipping through your old family albums? Surely you have heard your mother or grandmother say that the only photos they see are the printed ones. But what about your Wedding Photos?

If your wedding has already happen, you can always take those gorgeous wedding photos and display them for everyone to see!

On the other hand however,

if you are planning your wedding now, you should plan ahead

You’ve been dreaming of this day for so long, and now it’s finally coming to be. You’ve painstakingly planned every last detail to be the perfect reflection of your style as a couple. From the uniquely-you dress to the suit that you searched the world-over to find. And all the way to the carefully selected hors d’oeuvres, craft cocktails, dinner menu and custom cake you will be enjoying with your guests in a most amazing location. You’ve chosen the color palettes and linens that best tie-in with your floral fantasy. You’ve decided on your hairstyles, the manicure, the jewellery, the shoes…and you’ve hired an amazing photographer to document it all.

When your special day arrives and it’s time to say “I do” to the love of your life, it will be but a brief moment in time that passes in the blink of an eye. Therefore, deciding to preserve those most precious memories in a way you can reflect on over the years and pass down to new generations becomes one of the most important decisions that you and your spouse will make when planning your wedding.

The dress will only be worn once, and dinner will be served and gone, along with our special guests. Some of whom we might not see again, or maybe not for a very long time. The flowers will fade, as will some of the color of your memories over time. That is why investing in a professionally printed wedding album will bring you that joy and remind you of the love you share each time you open it.

Your Wedding Photos will be Preserved and Easily Accesible

A wedding album is a lasting testament to your love. It is a physical manifestation of all that hard work and planning that went into creating your dream wedding. A Wedding Album documents the details that often go forgotten amidst all the excitement. It allows you to experience little moments you might have missed – the first look, a tender glance, a teary eye. A wedding album allows you to share the story of your day in vivid color. With all your friends and family, at any time, regardless of the technology of the day. That is to say, an album doesn’t require a card reader or cords or adaptors. It isn’t affected by corrupted files or failed hard drives. And it certainly doesn’t get lost in a junk drawer somewhere.

Stop and ask yourself when was the last time you printed your digital photos? Technology is constantly evolving. Accessing our digital photos and documents in the future might not just be unpredictable, but it might become impossible someday. Printing your photos is not only the failsafe for that eventuality, but it’s something that you can enjoy now and your children and grandchildren will cherish in the future as it becomes even more important and valuable over time.

Your Wedding Photos deserve to be preserved with quality and style

QTALBUMS understand that your unique memories are super important to you. And you want to preserve them in a way that honors that and also provides a vessel that is reflective of your taste and personality. We are a group of expert printers and artisans who have for years been hand-crafting custom photo albums for professional photographers worldwide. And now, we want to share that expertise and love of print with you! That is how you can choose the best photo album for your signature style.

Each QT album is handmade using only the finest quality materials. That makes it worthy of housing your most cherished memories and can be customised to suit any taste. Luxurious linens, sultry silks, fine leather, velvet and vegan options are all available in a rainbow of hues.

ArtBook line

Beautiful memories call for exquisite detail and vibrant color. The archival pigment inks and museum quality fine art papers available in QT’s ArtBook line are the crème de la crème. The subtle texture of matte cotton rag paper and option for hand-torn and softly feathered deckled edges are as luxurious as it gets.

AriaBook series

For a timeless, classic look, the AriaBook series by QtAlbums provides true photographic prints. Choose between lustre or silk finishes. The seamless, edge-to-edge page configuration allows your story to flow uninterrupted.

Finally, being a lab reserved for professionals only, you need to request a QT album from your photographer. Your photographer will create the dramatic story of the vision they captured and bring it to life in a way that can’t happen with loose images on a drive, and they will help you navigate the various options and place the order for you. Or, if you’ve simply been given files and a signed print release, you might contact our support team for solutions. Don’t leave your memories imprisoned in a desk drawer. When you invest in a professionally crafted album by QTALBUMS you are making an investment that will last far beyond your wedding day and grow in value into the future.

All images provided by the QtAlbums.com

This PR article was written by Jamie Westman for QtAlbums

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Exclusive Interview with Vassilis Stratigos Fashion Hairstylist

Vassilis Stratigos Fashion Hairstylist Barn American style shoot

Vassilis Stratigos is a Fashion Hairstylist from Athens Greece. With applied arts and industrial design background, Vassilis studied professional hairstyling in Italy and Greece. As a fashion hairstylist, Vassilis was the Official Hairstylist of L’Oreal Paris in Greece for 3 years and is now also the hairstylist of a local TV presenter. He has worked on multiple cover shoots for magazines such as Vogue, Grazia, Madame Figaro, and many others. Vassilis will also be the main hairstylist at our retreat for photographers and cinematographers ALCHIMEIA!

But now, he will give us some tips, on how to keep your hair looking like from a magazine in this exclusive interview for Ellwed!

So let’s dive right into it and get to know Vassilis Stratigos, Fashion Hairstylist!

What is the best part of your job?

The best part of my job is certainly creativity. I believe that creativity is the best boost at any job. It never makes you bored, instead it always makes you passionate about what you are doing.

You are also working with many celebrities but mainly as a fashion hairstylist. However, if someone wants to hire you for their wedding can you serve them as well?

My main field was, is and always will be fashion. In a small market like the Greek market is unavoidable to become a hairstylist for celebrities as well when working in fashion hairstyling. Which is fine because it gives you publicity and a chance to grow your business.
All that leads to be requested from brides as well. I’m very, very happy to serve them! It’s always a pleasure, fun and an honour to style bride’s hair.

What hairstyles do you suggest for summer destination brides? Should they be considering having their hair up or more relaxed and flowy?

Summer is the season of freedom. Bridal hair should reflect that feeling as well.
I love a relaxed and flowy hair for summer destination brides. The only factor that could make me go for an updo is the wind!

What trends do you see picking up in the world of hairstyling in Greece?

Greece has the same trends in every season as all modern countries. Only colors of hair should be adapted to person’s natural or tanned skin tones. They should prefer more warm tones for their hair either they are brunettes or blonds.
Long or short bobs are in the front line and loose waves are the “it” hairstyle along with “do-it-yourself” updos and ponytails.

How is this pandemic affecting you and how are you currently dealing with this process?

The pandemic was a strange situation for all of us and has affected every working person.
Personally I’m always optimistic and I tried to stay calm during this period.
Fortunately hairstyling is always in demand. In that case there is still plenty of work for me. I’m doing my best to protect myself, my clients and my colleagues of course. The use of a mask and visor as well as sterilization of my tools and personal hygiene are a must!!!

Is there something all women who are visiting hairdressers should pay attention to in these days of Covid-19? What preventative measures do you suggest?

Of course! They should always check if their hairdressers wear their masks, visors, gloves etc. They also shouldn’t stay in a salon with more than the defined persons.
Clients should also wear their masks when necessary.
The most important preventative measure for me, is to be responsible for ourselves. That way we can be responsible for other people as well.

What is the one thing that drives you in your line of work and where do you find inspiration?

Every day I try to spend at least half an hour watching new things about my profession to learn and grow. Being updated is very important.
My inspiration can be anything. A painting, a song, a movie, a person or a vintage campaign.

And for the last question. Vassilis, as a Fashion Hairstylist what advice would you give to someone who wants to get married in Greece and will hire a hairstylist?

Greece has a lot of talented people working in weddings and events. Including hairstylists as well.
One who is interested in booking a Greek hairstylist should check their social media first and their resume.
Availability should be checked right away, not at the last minute.
For me, personal contact is really important. It would be great if you can meet your hairstylist before the trial or the wedding. If not, one should provide them with all the details, wishes and requirements possible.

If someone wants to get in touch with you, where can they find you?

You can get in touch with me through:
Instagram: @stratigos_vassilis
Facebook: vassilis stratigos hairstylist
My email: stratigosvassilis (@) gmail.com

Thank you so much for taking the time to answer these and we can’t wait to see you in Dexamenes on ALCHIMEIA Retreat!

All images for this interview with Vassilis Stratigos, Fashion Hairstylist by George Stratigis

For Konstantinos Melis by Laskos campaign at the Ranch venue

Did you like this Interview? Check out also the interview with Anthony from BV Aerial about How and Where to Get Live Streaming for Your Wedding in Greece, who is also going to be joining us at Dexamenes!

Be the Best Dressed Mother of the Bride or Groom

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This time we celebrate the Mother of the Bride or Groom! So much focus goes to the bride, however, mothers are equality important!

So, your daughter (or son) is to be married. Time to celebrate, to plan, and to reminisce about childhood moments and share in the excitement for the future. Who knows what is instore for the happy couple in the years to come?

Mother of the Bride hugging her daughter in rose lace sparking dress and a crown — Alice Alinari via Unsplash

What we do know is that now is the time to cherish every moment leading up to the wedding day. To be there for your daughter or son. To do all you can to see that their dreams of their perfect wedding will come true. For many mothers this is a bitter-sweet time. As the formalising of your child and fiancé’s love in marriage means that if you haven’t already, you are officially handing your child over to the care of another person. With whom she/he will step into the future and further from their childhood.

So your role in this celebration will forever be important and memorable. And of course, you want to be dressed, and we mean truly dressed, for the occasion. While not stealing the scene from your daughter, we understand that your dress must be just as perfect for the occasion as hers. After all, you will most likely be in the spotlight for much of the day and you will want to look your absolute best as well as being comfortable for the duration.

Happy Family portrait of the couple after the wedding with parents and Mother of the Groom smiling. — Gabriel Tovar via Unsplash

Factor in all the essential details

When you are deciding on your dress there are many things to factor in. Some of these include your personal style, whether you are looking for something formal or more casual. What colour, length, sleeveless or not…. It can be quite overwhelming to begin with. Luckily, there are some simply gorgeous Mother of the Bride dresses online and they come in a surprising range of fabrics, colours and designs to suit even the fussiest Mum (or Daughter!). Whether you prefer something full length or cocktail length. Traditional or chic, sequinned and sparkling or something understated with perhaps just a little lace. The choices are pretty much limitless. If you don’t mind showing a little leg, a full-length gown with an above-the-knee split can be both sexy and classy and will suit a more formal style wedding theme.

If the theme is daytime or more casual, you might want to consider a simple sleeveless, cocktail length dress with a discreet split just above the knee. We also love some of the other stunning designs from Dessey Australia. You will be impressed not only with the styles available, but with the range of colours too. These include Claret, Sapphire, Suede Rose, Cameo, Mist and Oyster. If the wedding is to be in a garden setting you must see some of the lovely floral, full skirted, ankle length dresses! These can be in soft multi-coloured florals or stunning black and white prints.

In Conclusion

So don’t put yourself under too much pressure by traipsing from store to store trying to find the perfect dress for this momentous occasion. Rather sit back with your favourite beverage and check out Mother of the Bride dresses online. You can take your time, decide on the style and fabric that suits you. Then see the stunning range of Australian and overseas designers and choose from some simply gorgeous colours. Your dress on the day has to be something that you will feel special in and proud to be wearing! So relax and enjoy the experience! You deserve to indulge yourself on what will be in your heart and memory for the rest of your life.

Family portrait in front of the church doors with smart dressed parents — Sam Barber via Unsplash

Check out also these articles if you are looking for The Wedding Dress – So Much More Than a Dress or A BRIDESMAID DESIGNER DRESS

Things You Should Know When Travelling to Greece During Covid-19

Boat travelling to Greece during Covid-19

Are you travelling to Greece Greece during Covid-19? If you are planning to travel anywhere during this pandemic times, there are some things you should know and be aware of!

You might have already booked your tickets and are not sure if you should cancel or not! Well this depends on your situation. What country are you coming from and where are you planning to go? In this article we will focus on Greece, but you should implement these things before any travel you are planning to do!

Safety FIRST!

Make sure you take care of your own safety! Wear a mask when you are surrounded with people even though it is not necessary to wear one!

As of now, a mask or facial cover is obligatory in public places such as supermarkets, public transportation, taxis, elevators, hospitals, clinics and so on. On any occasion, you should wear a mask in all enclosed spaces.

Make sure you pack all the necessary things and have some disinfectant with you at all times. In Greece it is now easy to get a gel or special disinfecting alcohol to use. Our favourite is the liquid alcohol lotion with 93° alcohol which does the job and evaporates super quickly!

Try to avoid crowds, spend most time outdoors or open areas if possible. Keep your distance from people when travelling and even when you meet your friends!

Avoid too crowded beaches and look for the ones where they spaced out the sunbeds. In Greece, you can also easily find a secret empty beach if nature scouting is your thing!

Arriving to Greece from your country might seem like there is no Covid because many things are running normally. Business, shops, restaurants, bars are open, people are socialising, going out and beaches are full. As the hot summer sun is disinfecting all the surfaces you might feel safer. However don’t let that stop you from taking precautions and remembering all the rules to follow for your personal safety.

When Travelling to Greece During Covid-19, Plan Ahead!

You might plan your vacations well ahead, or are you one of those who decides in the last moment? Hey, we totally get it! But, remember it is the time of Corona Pandemic. And so, if you are travelling to Greece during Covid-19, make sure you are prepared to be able to enter the country!

Greek Government is asking all travellers to fill the “The Passenger Locator Form (PLF)” which is a key element in your planning process. “The PLF can also be found on the Visit Greece app and at travel.gov.gr. It is strongly recommended that all visitors download the Visit Greece app (GDPR compliant) for free, prior their arrival in Greece.”

Therefore head over to this site for the government instructions on how to travel to Greece. Depending on your trip preferences, read the Protocol for air arrivals or Protocol for sea arrivals or Protocol for arrivals at land borders. As well as, take a look at the Frequently Asked Questions – Travel Q&A

House by the sandy beach in Spetses Island

The International airport in Greece is open, however some of the countries might have troubles entering. At this time for instance, there are no direct flights between the United States and Greece. Flights from Turkey are banned through July and despite open flights to and from the UK, these might be stopped at any moment. If you are coming from outside EU and connecting through Paris, take a look at the additional airport limitations and requirements.

Remember, rules are changing fast and you should always update yourself before your departure. Take a look at your Embassies portals or even Facebook page announcements!

Travelling to Greece during Covid-19, or anywhere for that matter, can seem like a hassle. However, if you plan ahead, you won’t be sorry! Take a look at this map from European Union with most recent travel information regarding each country in EU for easy travel within EU!

travelling to Speteses Greece during Covid-19

Above all, don’t travel sick!

If you are feeling ill or unwell, make sure you stay at home! If you start feeling ill in Greece you should let your hotel staff know immediately. Or get in touch with the appropriate local health authority.

Before you travel, you can make sure you do not have Covid-19 by testing yourself in your own country 72 hours prior to your arrival. If arriving by land, Covid tests are mandatory. Also, the proper negative molecular test in English might be accepted to avoid being tested at the airport.

If you are travelling to Greece during Covid-19 you can call the 24/7 National Coronavirus Helpline at 1335 after you arrive in case you need more information. Before your arrival, you can check out more on Covid-19 information from the National Public Health Organization.

Planning a wedding in Greece? Take a look at our previous articles about #CoronaBrides and #CoronaWeddings in Greece!

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Images by Ellwed from Spetses Island

How to Celebrate a Greek Wedding Theme at a Farm Venue

Dreaming of a Greek Wedding Theme? Traditional Greek weddings are often lively affairs with an abundance of food, wine and dancing. Nowadays, couples who want a Grecian ceremony and reception usually prefer a rustic setting. This makes farm venues the ideal location for Greek-style weddings. Remember, you don’t have to be Greek to incorporate the culture into your wedding. What’s important is ensuring that you, your partner and your guests have a fabulous time on your special day.

Nuptials in this Mediterranean style is generally traditional but joyful occasions. Everything about Greece, from the food to the dancing, is a celebration of life. So here are some tips about Greek weddings that will come in handy when you tie the knot at a farm venue.

Dress up like a Grecian

In all probability, your ideal wedding dress will be a Greek-inspired outfit. However, rather than a simple toga, why not choose a gown decorated with the classic Greek colours of gold and white? With an elegant design, this type of dress will make the bride look like a 21st-century Greek goddess. In fact, most Grecian-style wedding dresses are seductive with their smooth lines, unique appearance and individual charm. They also tend to emphasise the bride’s best attributes!

Stefania and head wreaths are commonplace at Greek weddings and as an added bonus they can be made from the plants found on a farm. For instance, rosemary and beautiful dry flowers will enhance any wreath. Because of the countryside location, you will have the option of choosing the plants and flowers you prefer.

Of course, we cannot forget the wedding bouquet, a must-have for any bride. You can create an eye-catching display by using blossoms such as:

baby’s breath
dry flowers
olive leaves
bougainvillea

Naturally, one of your most important tasks is to book a farm or barn venue that can accommodate all your ceremony and reception requirements. There are many traditional venues in Greece to choose from. But if you love Greece and Greek culture Crockwell Farm for instance can offer you this experience outside Greece. They have barns, gardens and fields where you can plan your ideal Greek wedding.

Greek Wedding Theme with a Natural Greek goddess bride — Photography, Lindley Battle Photography

Prepare the food

Food is an essential aspect of any Greek wedding. If you want to create an authentic Mediterranean menu, you should consider dishes that include:

traditional Greek or bread salad Dakos
fresh sea scallops
crabs
calamari
mussels

These dishes are often marinated with lemon and olive over a barley rusk to retain their flavour and juices. Greek wedding celebrations also usually have a large amount of meat on offers, such as goat, lamb or pork.

One such popular dish is youvetsi which is lamb or beef braised and marinated with orzo (a type of pasta similar to rice) and tomatoes. Traditionally, people use clay pots to cook youvetsi.

Greek drinks

Of course, no wedding celebration is complete without alcohol. Fortunately, you will have plenty of popular Greek spirits to choose from.

Ouzo – a dry anise-flavoured drink
Metaxa – a famous Greek brandy that has been aged for decades
Mastic liqueur – a unique spirit distilled from the resin droplets of the mastic tree
Retsina – this wine originates from the Greek island of Xios and is made from pine resin

Desserts

Baklava is a type of pastry with multiple layers of thin dough and various nuts. After they have finished their main course, your guests can enjoy baklava with some strong Greek coffee. Alternatively, you can serve tiropita (cheese pastry) for dessert if you top it up with honey.

You can arrange all these foods and drinks on long tables decorated with olive branches.

Greek olives and menu for the Welcome Dinner Inspiration — Photography, George Liopetas

Traditional Drink from Rhodes — Photography, George Liopetas

See the full list of vendors of the Greek Summer Welcome Dinner Inspiration from Rhodes

Enjoy the dances

The Kalamatianós is an ancient dance that is often performed at Greek celebrations. On a wedding day, however, this dance carries special significance. The bride is in the centre while her maid of honour is on her left-hand side. The female guests will then hold hands and encircle them. While this dance is usually for female participants, some of the men may decide to join in.

The Zembekiko is a dance reserved for the groom, best man and all the male guests at the reception. It has a similar dance circle as the Kalamatianós. Those who don’t participate in the dance can kneel and clap along with the music.

The wedding dollar dance is a tradition that is observed even by those living outside of Greece. Here, guests throw dollar bills or money at the bride and groom while they move around the dance floor. Alternatively, people can pin the cash to the couple’s wedding attire. However, this money isn’t a substitute for a wedding gift, it’s just a light-hearted way of congratulating the newlyweds.

Hand out wedding favours

One of the most exciting features of a traditional Greek wedding is the favours, known as Bomboniere, which are usually made from almonds coated with candy. The combination of sweet and salt is a symbol of life and the favours represent hope for more sweetness than bitterness. You can put them in traditional hand-knitted pouches or even wrap them with evil-eye charms for good luck just as they do in Greece.

Guests will typically receive an odd number of almonds (usually five). This signifies the lasting power of the marriage. Each candy is a symbol of the newlywed’s hopes and dreams; for example:

Long life
Fertility
Happiness
Health
Wealth

Planning a Greek-style wedding will take time and effort. Fortunately, most farm venues can be viewed as a blank canvas which you can decorate it any way you wish. Farms are locations bursting with life and nature, and you could even have the ceremony and reception inside a barn or outside in a garden. What matters most is choosing a farm venue that will allow you to celebrate your perfect Greek wedding theme.

About the honeymoon

If you’ve decided on a Greek-themed wedding then it makes sense to spend your honeymoon in Greece. There are numerous beautiful islands to choose from.

Santorini. This island is ideal if you want to relax as you enjoy the sun and the beautiful beaches. If this is your first visit, you should take a trip to the big villages such as Thira and Oia. In fact, there are many stunning locations to consider. For example, you could decide to enjoy a meal and a glass of wine as you sit atop the island’s famous cliffs.

Mykonos. This island is bigger than Santorini and has beautiful sandy beaches. It is also famous for its nightclub scene and is especially trendy during the summer months.

Antiparos. This small island is perfect for honeymooners who prefer some adventure rather than the party scene. The beach is secluded and perfect for snorkelling or paddleboarding. Meanwhile, the town is host to many stylish cafés and bars.

Greek Wedding Theme Bride on the beach — Photography, Lindley Battle Photography

Lace dress on the beach — Photography, Lindley Battle Photography

Conclusion

A Greek wedding theme at a farm venue will be a joyful occasion that newlyweds will remember fondly for many years to come. Mediterranean wedding celebrations are steeped in exuberant symbolism. For example, guests will undoubtedly enjoy the delicious meals and tasty dessert menus from the Greek islands. In addition, the various traditional dances will ensure a lively and festive atmosphere. Most importantly, the wedding itself will be a promise of hope and wonderful life for the happy couple.

Bridal Shoot Credits:

Captured by Lindley Battle Photography

Wedding Dress, For Love and Lemons

The New Age Modern Romance Ellwed No.12

How is 2020 treating you so far? The New Ellwed is OUT!

New Age Modern Romance Issue No.12 is all about the New Beginnings!

To be honest we had a great start with our amazing Ellwed bridal party at Bridal Fashion Week in Zappion (if you missed it, see it on page 141), the opportunity to attend DWP Congress and amazing new projects like ALCHIMEIA scheduled to happen! One of them was also the issue of this magazine! Well this all got postponed now because of this new pandemic we are all struggling with!

Sure, things don’t always go to plan. But that is ok! We deal with the situations when they arise! It is no news by now that all events are postponed. Especially the big ones like the Destination Wedding Planning Congress which is finally coming to Greece this year! So yeah. 2020 can feel a bit overwhelming… I am not going to lie. This year was so busy and at some point I also felt the burnout! Did you?

Look on the positive side

So how do we deal with this? One thing I always say is to look on the positive side. See the glass half full instead of half empty. Then take the time to be grateful for what you have! Oprah said “I started out giving thanks for small things, and the more thankful I became, the more my bounty increased. That’s because — for sure — what you focus on expands. When you focus on the goodness in life, you create more of it.”

Be thankful for your life, for your health, your home, family, your pets, your food, even your phone and the technological advances we get to experience! Because this means we have a chance to live and thrive! Yes your life was probably turned upside down, but that doesn’t mean it’s over! This is the time for the creative souls to seize this opportunity and to create new amazing projects.

The time for new ideas new trends and new age weddings has arrived! These are some unprecedented times we are living in and the situation is difficult for many. But cherish this time you got to stay at home, be creative, be productive and spend some time with your family as you will never get it back! Take some time off and just live in the moment! Binge-watch the series and spend valuable time together with your family while cooking delicious meals! Hey, we only live once!

In this issue!

In this issue, we hope to inspire you for your new age wedding! Break the norms and do what is really important to you! And my goodness, this issue is our biggest yet and filled with so much inspiration and useful advice. Check out the article on New Age Wedding Receptions on page 53

You might have seen all the new covers of vogue with masked kisses and the just WHITE! How clever is this one? Well we want to give you some hope for your wedding! That is why we are going with this crazy fun cover of…OMG…me! I still cannot believe I am on THE COVER!!? One thing that we want to change, is to put more of real happy brides on the cover!

Therefore, if you are a real bride and think your wedding deserves the spotlight to be on the cover, send it over! So you can also get to experience this feeling like me! Or like a true celebrity! How exciting is this?! I cannot wait to see and select your wedding for our next cover! Read the full story of our intimate New Age Modern Romance on page 99.

New Age Modern Romance Editorial Story cutout form a magazine

Lately I have been listening to a lot of podcasts on wedding business and one common message coming across all platforms was to always be reinventing yourself! And so, I am super proud to share with you this new reinvented issue! Not only the design, but also our articles are filled with metamorphosis and rebirth! And when better than now, after we all went through the process of reawakening globally! Check out the new trend swooping the wedding and fashion world: Butterflies. On page 43.

Butterflies trend report for the new year cutout from the Ellwed magazine

One other amazing news to share with you is our new project! Our own podcast, the first one to talk about destination weddings in Greece! Check out Ellwed Talks on your favourite podcast platform or ellwed.com/podcast Read more on page 131.

Get this New Age Modern Romance issue at ellwed.com/magazine

Cutest Flower Girl Dresses for Your Littlest Wedding Party Member

Congratulations to you if you are planning your wedding! No doubt you are in the throes of choosing everything. From catering, location, stationery, to the cutest flower girl dresses and not least of all, the style or theme of your wedding.

Take a moment and see if you can picture yourself taking a trip down memory lane. Months or years on from your wedding day. When you look back at your wedding photographs, what sorts of feelings are you imagining and hoping to have then?

For many, all the hustle and bustle of making so many arrangements, the little (or large) frustrations along the way, the budgeting, the menu and the venue will have faded somewhat into the past and then the excitement and joy you felt on the day will come flooding back. Without question, one of the main reminders of that incredibly special day will be seeing the wedding party again in all their finery; remembering how you agonised over the colours and fabrics to get it as close to perfect as possible. And then, usually front and centre of those photos, will be your flower girl. What a delightfully sweet addition to any wedding party – a young girl in a beautiful dress with an important role to play – she is likely to be almost as excited as you about being part of such a special occasion.

The Cutest Flower Girl Dresses

With that in mind, we recommend you check out the gorgeous range of the cutest flower girl dresses at Flower Girls Only. Your little flower girl will melt hearts in these delightful creations. The choices are limited only by your imagination and your desired colour. One exquisitely adorable design is a satin white, sleeveless dress with handcrafted three-dimensional flowers decorating both the bodice and bottom of the full skirt. The mid-calf length is a sensible option for smaller girls or garden venues – no trailing on the ground or tripping over for the littlies.

Other dresses are bolder in their simplicity, chic in style and may suit a slightly older flower girl. All these come in a range of colours to match perfectly with your chosen bridesmaid dresses. Several styles are full length and in soft shades of topaz, burgundy, softest pink, coastal blue, floral printed satin, rich deep green and many more. Fabrics used are satin, chiffon and luxury lux shimmer fabric, which is subtle and dreamy. Many have a beautiful tie back ribbon adding a brilliant dash of colour to a simple white dress.

The Accessories

And let us not forget the flower basket! A flower basket is a brilliant idea – not only can the flower girl spread beautiful petals to adorn the walkway. It also helps to keep the little darling focused. And with a special task that is theirs alone for the day. Flower Girls Only also has a delightful range of baskets created specially to match your colour scheme. These range from understated simple white baskets in satin with a smooth satin trimmed handle. To those with generously looped bows which add a bold and daring splash of colour. There are also beautiful rustic baskets in white satin, trimmed exquisitely with hessian and lace, natural coloured bows, and ruffled satin handles. One even has feather trim, and all are beautifully pleated for a smooth finish – just add petals!

Your flower girl will win hearts on the day in any of these gorgeous little dresses. And she will truly feel like a princess, perhaps for the first time in her life! What an amazing part of your special day she will add to celebrating and ceremony alike! Take some time deciding – there are some delightfully irresistible dresses to choose from.

All images from Unsplash

Did you like this article? Take a look at the Bridesmaid Designer Dress to complete the look!

How to Plan a Destination Bridal Shower from Home

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Bridal showers are in general amazing ideas and celebration occasions, but when it comes to destination bridal shower, you really need a plan ahead in order to make it epic.

If you’re the adventurous kind, it can be the perfect moment to start looking into the facts and try to plan one for yourself or your bride-to-be best friend.

Destination Bridal Shower Glitter Champagne

How to Plan a Destination Bridal Shower

1. Set a Budget

This should be the first thing you do because you will want to keep adding more and more things to the list. You need to know where to stop and have an overview of what you can afford. Consider everything from transportation to accommodations right down to the favors.

For example, can you afford to fly everyone to your destination or will they need to get themselves there? Does your budget allow you to hand out bridal shower gift baskets to all attendees or just small single favors? Decide your budget from the start and plan accordingly.

2. Choose the Date

Now that you know your budget, it’s time to choose the dates. It’s very important that the closest friends and family will be able to attend those dates, so stay flexible. Make sure you discuss potential dates with the most important people and take their schedules into consideration.

A destination bridal shower is usually two to three months before the actual wedding, so you and your guests have enough time to plan everything.

Destination Bridal Shower girls holding baloons

3. Create a Guest List

After all your close ones confirmed their attendance, it’s time to put together the final and full guest list. A wedding shower usually holds between 30 and 50 guests, and most times, the ones you invite here, will also be invited to the wedding.

Make sure to include their physical and email addresses so you can send out invites.

4. Choose Your Location

When it comes to destination bridal showers, it can be difficult to find a location that has all your requirements. You will need to make sure all your guests have accommodation during the weekend.

Whether you choose an exotic resort or an incredible adventure park, make sure there’s a good hotel nearby to hold everyone. Try to choose one that lets you reserve a block of rooms together.

Destination Bridal Shower Table Setup on the Beach with rustic Chairs and fairy lights

5. Pick a Theme

Choosing a theme for your bridal shower is not mandatory, but it’s definitely cool to create something unique and add some personality to it.

You can customize everything from your invitations and decorations to the menu and the way the food will look. Try to go with a theme that fits your destination. For example, if you’re heading to a beach, go with a “Fun in the Sun” theme.

Colourful Ice Cream for Destination Bridal Shower

6. Visit the Venue

Of course, after you have most things settled, you will need to visit the venue and make sure everything is just as it looks. You don’t want any surprises on the big day, so you need to make sure all your requirements will be met.

If that venue is far away, then ask for a virtual tour. Either way, make sure you talk over all the details with the venue planner and keep each other updated with any changes.

Girls having fun in the sea for the Destination Bridal Shower

7. Send the Invitations

You should start sending out the invitations at least eight weeks before the bridal shower. Some of your guests may not be able to make it, and you will need to plan around them.

Make sure to ask for a confirmation in your invites, so the guests will be able to confirm their presence.

8. Create the Menu

Since we’re talking about a destination wedding, you need to make sure the menu for the day is set. Communicate your choice to the venue and they should make sure that everything is ready for when you arrive. Don’t forget about any special diets that your friends and family may follow. You don’t want your vegan best friend to starve, after all.

9. Plan the Games

There are quite a few game ideas you can use for your bridal shower, and you can choose them according to your location and theme. You can get almost everything customized and it would be an amazing experience for anyone.

10. Set Up the Gift Station

Your guests will need a place to leave the gifts, and a customized gift station will definitely make an impact on your party. However, you definitely want to take your travel method into consideration. If you’re flying to your destination, for example, you don’t want to lug heavy gifts home with you. In that case, ask your maid of honor to let people know that you prefer gift cards.

A beautiful idea would be to leave a small present for all the incoming guests. They will definitely remember the moment and it will be truly unique.

Neon Signs at a bar for Destination Bridal Shower

Thank you cards Destination Bridal Shower

After everything is set, all there’s left for you to do is to have an amazing day on the destination bridal shower. As long as you have everything planned in advance, you can avoid any problems, and the show will go on beautifully.

Guest post by Nicole Etolen, all photos from Unsplash

Find out more wedding inspirations in our Ellwed magazine!

#covidupdate: While planning your destination wedding or bridal shower, please consider the health and safety instructions to make your event as safe as possible. Read more here

How and Where to Get Live Streaming for Your Wedding in Greece?

Bride Running in the forest Live Streaming her wedding in Greece

The presence of Coronavirus in our lives is changing the way we work, live, shop, travel. And also the way we are getting married or partying!

One trend we will be seeing all over the world is live streaming for your wedding!

Live streaming is nothing new. In cast, some couples have been using this many years ago. Even one of your favorite series, “The Big Bang Theory”, featured live streaming elopement of Pennies and Leonard’s wedding!

So how can you incorporate a live stream to your destination wedding in Greece?

One way is to get the best possible professionals for the job. They will make sure you get the best possible coverage.

We asked Anthony Venitis from Beyond Vision Wedding Films, the leading tech video provider from Greece to explain more about live streaming for your wedding!

Anthony is a high-end video creator for destination weddings and elopements. He received multiple awards by Inspiration Photographers and was nominated by Way Up North as Europe’s Best Wedding Videographer in 2019. As the winner at film festivals for best cinematography and editing, one of his wedding films was honoured with a full week screening at the Laemmle Theatre in Hollywood, LA in summer 2019. Besides wedding cinematography, Anthony has captured events and created content for famous CEOs, athletes and other high-profile celebrities. Over the last years, his award-winning work has been featured in Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, Junebug Weddings, Wedding Chicks, 100 Layer Cake and more. Anthony is a passionate international videographer focused on storytelling!

Are you thinking of incorporating Technology at your wedding?

Let’s see how you can include Live Streaming at Your Wedding

Anthony, how come you decided to incorporate Live Streaming for your couple’s weddings?

As we all know, at the moment the way weddings are being held is changing. Although we all hope this situation will be temporary. However, live streaming at a wedding is nothing new. As I want to provide only the best service to my couples, I’ve been using Live Streaming for the past few years now. Especially for couples that decide to elope. We want to provide the opportunity to their close family and friends to experience the moment remotely with them. On top of that, many couples request live streaming, on the occasion where a close family member is not able to travel to attend their wedding.

The coronavirus situation has affected our lives and consequently weddings or events as well. I believe that in 2020 the destination weddings tend to be smaller with a small number of guests. So, live streaming is becoming one of my most popular services of my wedding cinematography packages. When I offer the live streaming services to my couples, they do not miss the opportunity to take it. Why not be able to virtually have all your guests together and enjoy the day together with you?

So true! It is amazing to hear that you are well prepared and had lots of practice from even before the crisis! Can you tell us a bit more in details and without being too technical, how does this work?

The first step is to ask for this particular service, the rest is up to the cinematography team. There’s a lot that goes into live streaming at your wedding. Specifically the special equipment and the certain conditions that need to be met for the best possible outcome. The cinematography team should organise everything needed, so you don’t have to worry. Especially the coordination of the live streaming event with your wedding planner and the venue. Leave everything to the professionals and simply enjoy your day.

Your “remote” guests will be able to see and hear you get married from anywhere in the world! Our cinematography and drone professionals are responsible to shoot your wedding. We also work closely with our assistant operators, who are responsible for the technical parts such as audio and microphones, to connect to the DJ console and the stream itself. At the end, we can also provide you with the recorded live-stream video which you can watch later, in combination with your wedding film.

Wow really? That must be very special for couples to be able to have the recording as well! But, can you tell us what kind of team is required for someone to use live streaming? Should they think of hiring a pro or can they DIY it?

Live streaming is not as simple as pressing a button and letting the camera roll. Yes, you could potentially do a simple FaceTime call or even a Facebook live with your friends. However, to achieve a quality live stream video that will match with your big event, you need a professional team with experience and proper equipment.

Let me ask you this. Would you like to be able to show your wedding day through a multi-camera set-up with multiple angles and even a drone? Would you like to have professional audio to stream your vows, the officiant, and even your toasts at your live-stream? If your answer was yes, then I suggest assigning a proper professional team. They will set it all up and ensure that all runs smoothly. Your wedding cinematography team usually consists of two or more cinematographers and a drone operator. Besides that, two more assistant operators are required, to ensure that everything runs smoothly. From the set-up of the cameras, audio, and the live feed. All needs to fit together like a puzzle

Absolutely! I guess it all depends on the type of wedding the couple wants. Also if they have opted for the elopement with the live streaming of their wedding, then they should definitely consider to hire a professional team for the remote guests to enjoy the ceremony! So, what else is required for live streaming and how do the people at home see it?

When you choose the live stream service, discuss with your cinematographer which parts of the wedding day are going to be covered. Apart from that, there are a few options on how people will be able to access and see the live stream from home, either on their desktop, mobile, tablet, and even their TV. With our professional equipment and experience, we can live-stream simultaneously to multiple streaming services at no extra cost. The most common and easiest platforms for your remote guests are YouTube and Facebook.

We will provide you with private keys and links to distribute to your guests. You just send them an electronic invitation with the date and time, and they will be able to watch your wedding remotely at no cost for them and no setup time. They just use the link, and then they enjoy your wedding in high video and audio quality, from several camera and drone angles together with you. The person in charge of the live stream makes sure when to switch camera angles, which microphone is muted and can even play music or your reception music. He is also in charge of the technical support, in case any of your remote guests have a streaming problem.

Oh my goodness! That sounds amazing! Like watching a movie or a live coverage of some event, such as “Eurovision” for instance! This must be a wonderful experience for the remote guests and the couple, who can enjoy the reruns later on! I assume a good WiFi is required for Live Streaming. But what happens if the chosen venue cannot provide a good WiFi or if the wedding ceremony is happening on the beach or in nature? Is such technology then still possible?

Yes it is! A good Wi-Fi is essential for a quality live-stream. But how about when guests start to arrive at the venue and use the venue’s Wi-Fi? The bandwidth can easily get overloaded, therefore we have a backup 4G service for this reason. Which is sometimes actually faster than the venue’s Wi-Fi.

A faster connection of course means more stable and a better quality live streaming for your wedding. Having our own 4G/5G routers means that we can live-stream even to remote locations, during a beach ceremony for example, without having to rely on a local Wi-Fi connection. A few couples ask about 5G. It is coming to Greece, we expect it to be fully functional early-mid 2021, but keep in mind that a good 4G signal is already sufficient for a quality stream! Especially if you have a professional team managing your live streaming event. Make sure they knows what they are doing and had some experience before!

And for the last question, how many guests can see the live streaming video at their home?

When you live-stream your wedding, you can invite as many friends and family you want, from anywhere in the world, without any additional cost to you or them. This is a way to expand your guest list. This is also a way to bring your wedding to your dearest relatives or friends who cannot join you at your destination wedding for any reason! And not only in these difficult times.

We simply love what technology can do these days and hope to always be able to offer the latest and best quality to all our couples.

Yes, that is so true! Many relatives or friends cannot attend weddings or destination weddings for different reasons, such as pregnancy, health condition or other personal reasons. And the latest technology is absolutely astonishing and the way it is bringing us closer together! Ahhh! Now I wish I would have opted for Live Streaming of my destination wedding, where most of my relatives could not have attended! Thank you so much for taking the time to answer the questions for our exclusive interview.

It was really insightful and hopefully we have answered some questions for our couples who wanted to choose Live streaming for their wedding in Greece. I also hope to talk more about wedding cinematography on our podcast so all couples can get to know you better!

Enjoy this video by Anthony from our Spring 2019 Cover

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If you are a pro, you are in luck!

Anthony will be one of the hosts at ALCHIMEIA the ultimate portfolio building workshop retreat for Cinematographers and Photographers. We will meet at Dexamenes seaside resort in October 14-16th 2020, where he will teach you all about capturing real emotions and all about top quality Destination Wedding Cinematography. Styling, setup and fashion led design will be made by Anna of Kiss from Fleur with top wedding suppliers from around the world!

Get inspired by Anna’s shoots: Choose Your Perfect Love Story in Mykonos and Wedding Trends from the heart of Ancient Athens and Grecian Romance in the heart of Psarou Mykonos