Greek Island Wedding – Why Zákynthos is just the perfect choice

Greek poet and Nobel Prize in literature 1979 winner, Odysseas Elytis, once said: “If you break Greece apart into little pieces, all you will be left with is an olive tree, a vineyard and a boat; and that is all you need to build it back up again”.

Over 40 years later, it is both comforting and thrilling to see Greece’s minimalism still influences its beauty and our attraction to its many Islands.
The ancient history, architecture and landscapes have enthralled so many tourists and now entice multitudes of couples to yearn to marry in Greece and especially to host their nuptials on the numerous Greek Islands.

The natural beauty and surroundings are perfect for one of the most exciting and important celebratory days of their lives…Think sunrises, sunsets, traditional old chapels, quaint villages, vineyards, mountains and last but probably most importantly, those crystal clear turquoise blue waters and long sandy beaches.

With such a variety of venues available, the islands can cater to every group size and budget from the secret elopement for two, to the huge affair surrounded by family and friends from all over… with the Greeks keen to showcase their hospitality and more importantly their amazing local food and drinks, throwing themselves into your wedding organisation as if it were their own. Greek food is simply delicious, from their signature salads topped with feta and locally made olive oil to the deliciously seasoned meats and fish to delight your tastebuds … gastronomic delights can also include more complex and modern chef specialities should you require more elaborate fayre.

Your experience of Greek hospitality famous from the ancient years will be second to none, this is a nation of people who are born with a welcoming attitude, a mentality and will to help everyone and a generosity we defy you to find anywhere else in the world. Beautiful traditions like the ‘sand ceremony’ to symbolise the blending of two families await you, if along with the wisdom of a smiling Greek face always ready to assist you with your every need – invaluable when hosting one of the most important events of your lives away from home.

These and many other reasons are why destination weddings in Greece have exploded in popularity over the last couple of decades and why organising a ‘Big Fat Greek Wedding’ to remember (or perhaps just a ‘little skinny one’!) can now be a ‘piece of (delicious Greek) cake’ !

So why do so many couples choose to have their special day on our beautiful island of Zákynthos you might ask?

Is it the beautiful lush green landscape as a backdrop?

Or the crystal clear bluest water you’ve ever seen?

Maybe it’s sunsets bursting with a myriad of colours to make you gasp in wonder?

Or the beautiful sandy bays and hidden beaches to discover and explore?

Is it the the lure of one of the most photographed beaches in all the world, Navaggio (or Shipwreck) Beach, a spectacular sight.

Or perhaps it’s the promise of a glimpse of the famous Caretta Caretta turtles who run the gauntlet towards the sea from their protected beach nests after hatching?

So if you are planning to get married abroad, look no further ! Those clear blue skies, crystal clear turquoise waters as well as smiling, happy Greek faces await you on this most famous island, in this beautiful and amazing country. All anyone can do to discover the secrets of its popularity is come and see for yourselves …. This Blue and White Beauty awaits you !

Bright and Beautiful Zante Weddings

Your Dream Destination Personal Wedding Planners, certified, legally registered on the Island of Dreams – Zante

At Bright and Beautiful Zante Weddings we understand the importance of one of the most significant days of your lives and we offer you the opportunity to come together with us to design your perfect dream wedding, then let you sit back and relax while we take those ideas and design, create, arrange and manage your whole romantic day – turning your dreams into reality and producing your wonderful fairytale wedding – a ceremony, dinner and reception to complete an amazing event that everyone will remember and memories that will last you both your whole lifetime of love.

Lisa Tear and Lisa Baker along with a vast team of Staff and Suppliers will cater to your every wedding need

Why Bright and Beautiful Zante Weddings?

Choosing the right Wedding Planner to organise your special day with a destination wedding is a huge decision. It’s so important to ensure that you find the right fit for you, especially as you’re trusting them to plan the Wedding of your Dreams for you while you’re miles away. So, why choose Bright and Beautiful ?

💕We have been planning weddings in Zákynthos since 2008, starting in our family restaurant and now with a huge variety of venues, all over the island.
💕We are based in Zante (with UK based expert colleagues) all year round so our local knowledge is second to none.
💕Our relationships with our suppliers are longstanding and valued – we trust them implicitly to deliver your dream.
💕We won’t insist on tying you in to using our suppliers – we are happy to work alongside suppliers of your choice, if you prefer.
💕Our Travel Agent Tour Licence enables us to book accommodation all over the Island (& Greece) so we can assist with accommodation for you and your guests, from small and friendly family Studios and all types of Hotels to exclusive Suites and Luxury Villas.
💕We have exclusive access to a Hotel on one the best beaches on our Ionian Island of Zákynthos – we can book our couples here for both a beach or platform Ceremony and for a seafront Reception Venue, offering you both an amazing beach and a spectacular sunset view
💕We pride ourselves on our levels of communication with Couples – we appreciate that you’re not here in person during much of the planning process – so we keep you fully informed every step of the way and are always available to answer your questions