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Overview:

Nafplio (also sometimes known as Nauplia or Navplion) is a rarity amongst Greek towns. A lively, beautifully sited place, it exudes a grand, occasionally slightly faded elegance, inherited from the days when it was the fledgling capital of modern Greece. The seat of government was here from 1829 to 1834 and it was in Nafplio that the first prime minister, Kapodistrias, was assassinated by vengeful Maniot clansmen. It was here also that the Bavarian Prince Otho, put forward by the European powers to be the first King of Greece, had his initial royal residence from 1833 to 1834. Since the 1980s the town has increasingly served as a popular year-round weekend retreat, with the result that hotel rooms and meals have crept up to Athens rates and above, but it remains by far the most attractive base for exploring the Argolid and resting for a while by the sea.

There's ample pleasure in just wandering about Nafplio: looking around the harbourfront, walking over to the rocky town beach and, when you're feeling energetic, exploring the great twin fortresses of Palamidhi and Akronafplia on the headland. Nafplio also offers some of the best restaurants and shops in the eastern Peloponnese, plus a range of useful facilities including car rental and, in summer, hydrofoils down the coast to Monemvasia or east to the Argo-Saronic islands

Wedding Packages:

Civil and non-denominational religious commitment ceremonies are available with a variety of wedding package options, locations, and amenities.  Catholic Weddings, Christian Weddings, Jewish Weddings, Orthodox Weddings and Hindu Weddings are available upon request.

For more information about available wedding packages, contact us
 

Accommodations:

A complete range of hotels and resorts are available from deluxe luxury resorts, to all inclusive hotels, to adult-only properties, to fantastic family beach resorts. Whatever your preferred travel style, we will locate the hotel accommodations to match. 

> Nafplio Hotels
 

Wedding Requirements:

Civil Ceremony:

> Original birth certificate for both bride and groom

> Certificate of Non - Impediment (or a freedom to marry certificate) for both bride and groom issued not more than 3 months prior to the wedding

> If the bride or groom is divorced, often a divorce  certificate is also required

> Photo copies of passports

> All the above documents (except the passports) are to be translated into Greek and authenticated by your local Greek Embassy or Consulate.

The marriage documents will need to be translated back to English and then registered locally in the US.   

Greek Orthodox Ceremony:

In addition to civil ceremony requirements, for Orthodox weddings the following documents must also be received:

> Baptism certificates stamped and signed by the local/regional archdiocese bishop (at least one must be of Greek Orthodox faith)

> Document from the church providing consent to marry.

> Documents must be translated to Greek by the archdiocese or the Greek Consulate. 

The couple needs to be in the city/town of marriage at least 5 days prior to marriage in order to file the necessary paper work.   

Catholic Ceremony

> Birth certificates

> Confirmation certificates

> Certificate with the assurance that you are free from any canonical impediment for marriage

> Written permission from a bishop allowing marriage to be performed out of your parish, according to the 'canon 1115' of the 'Codex Juris Canonici'. 

> Photo copies of passports

All documents should be translated to Greek at a consulate.  Original copies in both languages as well as copies of each should be on hand.

The marriage documents will need to be translated back to English and then registered locally in the US.   

No documents are required for renewal of vows.  For Jewish and traditional Hindu ceremonies please request information about required documentation.

TRAVEL2GREECE Offers:

> LOCATION SELECTION

Based on your preferences and budget we work with you to find the best destination and location for your wedding. Perhaps an island escape or a Caldera wedding in Santorini.  We don't stop until we find the perfect destination for your wedding.

> NEGOTIATING THE BEST RATE 

Our travel agents expertise allows us to work with hotels and resorts to lock in the best possible rates and amenities for you and your guests.

> ON SITE WEDDING PLANNING

We put you in the hands of an on location wedding coordinator that will work with you to plan the actual wedding ceremony, reception, and all related details.

> MAKING TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS

You will be assigned to a wedding coordinator who will take care of the travel planning for you and all of your guests.  We offer a complete array of travel planning services for you and your guests.  We can even offer easy payment plans for guests who need some extra time.

> PERSONALIZED WEBSITE

We offer a personalized website so that you can announce your wedding and communicate with your guests.  Your photos, stories and registries can be listed on your website for your guests.   Honeymoon registries are also available.  Website services are complimentary with your destination wedding. 

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Disclaimer:

TRAVEL2GREECE is dedicated to providing exceptional service and up to date information.  As laws and requirements change, we do not guarantee that all information contained on this site regarding rules, regulations, and marriage requirements are completely accurate at the time of viewing. Before making marriage decisions on a particular destination, we recommend you speak with a TRAVEL2GREECE wedding consultant to verify marriage laws and requirements before finalizing your destination wedding plans