The Islands of Love
Aphrodite, the Goddess of Love, chose the islands of Greece as her home as did her son Eros. To make your destination wedding the ultimate in romantic getaways, head to Greece the home of love itself.
Whether you choose to be married on Santorini, Myklos, or Crete, or one of the smaller more exclusive islands each and every one has to offer sun-drenched breathtaking views of the sea, and a romantic setting that is second to none.
With venues that range from ancient churchyards high atop rugged peaks, glorious wineries, luxurious hotels, and secluded beaches, there are endless possibilities to surround yourself in romance. You may even choose to board a luxury yacht, where you can be married right out over the water, sailing aimlessly enveloped by the warmth of the sun and the salt-saturated air.
Whether it's a wedding that takes place in the blazing glory of the sun-filled daytime, amidst the backdrop of some of the most gorgeous sunsets in the world, or during the candlelit backdrop of a warm Mediterranean evening, anytime is the right time to get married in Greece.
To make your destination Greek wedding a truly authentic experience why not incorporate some of the many different Greek wedding traditions including the tradition of wearing a veil that is colored yellow or red, the color of fire, to protect the bride from evil spirits, or by wearing diamonds, which the Greeks consider the teardrops of the Gods. Not only will the diamonds look beautiful and dazzling in the bright white light of these historic islands, they also, according to legend, reflect the flames of love.
If your wedding budget can't extend to some of the more expensive accessories like diamonds, there are some are some less expensive traditions still available for you to incorporate, including the one that requires the bride to carry a lump of sugar or a piece of ivy with her. One to ensure she has a sweet life, the other as a symbol of endless love.
For traditional wedding favors, the Greeks look to even more of the sweet life with candy coated almonds known as koufeta.
Whether you taste a little ouzo, the licorice-tasting drink that symbolizes to Greeks the joy and optimism that life and marriage brings, do a little foot stomping as you dance and break a few plates for luck, or envelope your guests in a traditional Greek circle dance and feast the whole night long, when you head to Greece for your destination wedding you experience a wedding full of the raw passion and lust for life, that makes every Greek wedding a legend.
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