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I know this is a HUGE question...but i'm thinking of getting married in Greece and I really have no clue where to start. Does anyone have any tips??
 
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If you can afford it, maybe consider getting a wedding planner in Greece who has the connections to venues, flower shops, etc.
 
This might help you get started, and I would also get a wedding planner in Greece!

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I'm planning my second ceremony (first one was civil with 10 people) in Greece as we speak so both of our families can attend.

There are two ways you can do this. The first way is you do everything yourself (you go to a church and pay for the priest at the church, you find a reception venue and book it, etc...). The second way is to use a wedding venue.

Wedding venues usually provide the music, food, decorations, church, and reception area - it's all inclusive. That said, i have seen the decorations at many of these places and some of them are tacky so you may consider hiring someone to decorate for you if you don't like their decorations. If you work with one of the venues then they will ask you to attend one of the weddings going on so you will know what to expect - they'll bring you in and have you sample the food, show you the church, show you the reception area, and everything else. The new trend in Greece is to have outdoor weddings, so the church will usually be a small one and there will be an alter in front of it.

Something you should know is that you will need to get things put into the newspaper and you will need to send a letter to the priest showing that you haven't previously been married - this letter is only good for 6 months in Greece so don't give it to them too early.

If you're inviting people from Greece, then you should know that invitations are sent 3 months in advance - they don't do save-the-dates followed by a wedding invitation. Greeks put their bank account info on their wedding invitations because they give you money for your wedding, not gifts.

If you do everything by yourself and work with venue then it will be much cheaper than hiring a wedding planner (wedding planners aren't really needed in Greece anyway if you go this route).
 
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ellinasgolfer0320 said:
I'm planning my second ceremony (first one was civil with 10 people) in Greece as we speak so both of our families can attend.

There are two ways you can do this. The first way is you do everything yourself (you go to a church and pay for the priest at the church, you find a reception venue and book it, etc...). The second way is to use a wedding venue.

Wedding venues usually provide the music, food, decorations, church, and reception area - it's all inclusive. That said, i have seen the decorations at many of these places and some of them are tacky so you may consider hiring someone to decorate for you if you don't like their decorations. If you work with one of the venues then they will ask you to attend one of the weddings going on so you will know what to expect - they'll bring you in and have you sample the food, show you the church, show you the reception area, and everything else. The new trend in Greece is to have outdoor weddings, so the church will usually be a small one and there will be an alter in front of it.

Something you should know is that you will need to get things put into the newspaper and you will need to send a letter to the priest showing that you haven't previously been married - thus letter is only good for 6 months in Greece so don't give it to them too early.

If you're inviting people from Greece, then you should know that invitations are sent 3 months in advance - they don't do save-the-dates followed by a wedding invitation. Greeks put their bank account info on their wedding invitations because they give you money for your wedding, not gifts.

If you do everything by yourself and work with venue then it will be much cheaper than hiring a wedding planner (wedding planners aren't really needed in Greece anyway if you go this route).
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How nice! I love second ceremonies and renewing of vows, congratulations!

I have to agree with you, many of my friends have gotten married in Greece and they don't use wedding planners. The whole process is a bit easier and simpler in Greece. Less wait times as well. I love the trend of outdoor weddings, but be careful because summers are getting hotter and hotter in Greece and it might be a better idea to do it in the spring or fall. I wonder if outdoor venues are cheaper, I would assume so but that's something you'd have to research!
 
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How nice! I love second ceremonies and renewing of vows, congratulations!

I have to agree with you, many of my friends have gotten married in Greece and they don't use wedding planners. The whole process is a bit easier and simpler in Greece. Less wait times as well. I love the trend of outdoor weddings, but be careful because summers are getting hotter and hotter in Greece and it might be a better idea to do it in the spring or fall. I wonder if outdoor venues are cheaper, I would assume so but that's something you'd have to research!
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Thank.

Outdoor venues are all over the place with prices. There are venues on cliffs that overhang the sea, there are venues in the mountains, and in the cities, so location is really going to determine the price.

Here is a site for wedding-γάμος venues-κτήματα (κτήματα γάμου in Greek)
https://www.etoimazogamo.gr/tags/ktimata-gamoy-stin-athina
 
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ellinasgolfer0320 said:
Thank.

Outdoor venues are all over the place with prices. There are venues on cliffs that overhang the sea, there are venues in the mountains, and in the cities, so location is really going to determine the price.

Here is a site for wedding-γάμος venues-κτήματα (κτήματα γάμου in Greek)
https://www.etoimazogamo.gr/tags/ktimata-gamoy-stin-athina
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Hmmm, that makes a lot of sense. I guess you get what you pay for! Especially if there is a great view.

And oh my gosh this website is great and everything is all set up, super boutique. I wonder how customizable these wedding packages are, I know many people are picky. But for me, this sounds great! I don't like the hassle of picking out all of these tiny details. As long as there's good music and food, people will enjoy themselves :)
 
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