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Overview:

The enchanting island of the Southern Aegean Sea is a miracle. A blessed site of incredible beauty, created by the most terrifying and violent disaster in nature. Its wild beauty, unique architecture, black and red beaches, its 3,500 years old archaeological site at Akrotiri, its famous wineries and its dramatically aesthetic sunsets attract visitors to this tiny island from all over the world. Santorini is perhaps the most stunning landscape the world has to offer.

Wedding Packages:
 

Santorini's unique wild beauty, its breathtaking sunsets and romantic atmosphere all come together forming the ideal place where lifelong memories are born. The marvelous dry climate and constant sunshine create conditions that are perfect for photographs and videos under an extraordinary variety of natural lights and colors.

What a better place to celebrate your very special day and begin your life together, than the romantic and famous island of Santorini. The island offers a magnificent setting, quality dining and entertainment, and a rich history to explore, dating back to the Bronze Age.

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:

Santorini offers a wide variety of quality accommodations.  Besides the style and character of authentic island architecture, the accommodation on Santorini is perfectly organized with every modern convenience to meet the requirements of you and your guests.

> Santorini 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