Saying “I do!” in the sun!

Zakynthos is loved by tourists worldwide for it’s because, turquoise seas and welcoming hospitality. Did you know that the island has also become a popular place for those who want to get married?

There has been a thriving and growing wedding scene on the island for decades, giving couples the opportunity to renew vows, participate in a civil ceremony, blessing or a religious wedding at Greek orthodox or Catholic churches on Zakynthos.

As well as a wedding ceremony conducted in Greek, and translated into English, a wedding on Zakynthos is just like getting married in your home country. You can personalise it with vows, readings and music as well having a reception with the ones you love and that all important photography for lasting memories of your perfect day.
 
We’re excited to welcome Alexandra's Dream Weddings to the Zakynthos Informer to share their love of all things wedding related, so that our members can discover more about getting married on Zakynthos and plan the wedding of their dreams!

's​Why get married on Zakynthos?
Why not? But seriously, Zakynthos is a beautiful place, with stunning views, great beaches and that wonderful Greek feel. For many, a wedding in Greece can connect a couple to a place they love, a place that holds special memories, that they have visited many times. A Zakynthos wedding also guarantees something a little different, a location away from home, that can also be combined into a family holiday or honeymoon.
 
What are the Top Wedding locations in Zakynthos?
Many people ask us what our top wedding locations are, and it’s always difficult for us to answer that because weddings are incredibly personal to the couple who are getting married. We do have a list of stunning locations on our website though that include olive groves, mountain areas, views of Zakynthos Town, Cameo Island, and private ground overlooking sea views.
At Alexandra Dream Weddings we have some amazing venues!
 
What types of ceremony are there?
At Alexandra's Dream Weddings we offer several different types of ceremonies, including:

• Civil wedding ceremonies
• Renewal of vows
• Blessings
• Religious weddings at the Catholic Church
• Religious Ceremonies at one of the island Greek orthodox churches.

 
These ceremonies are carefully planned with your wishes in mind, and most take place either late afternoon or early evening and are conducted in Greek and translated into English.
 
How is our special day planned?
Your special day is just that, yours. We are here to make your day the best it can be. We know many couples like colour themes, arches, cakes, decorations, music, photography, reading and personal vows and food and drink. We can help with all of this and whilst we’re a Greek island, we do have access to lots of items that will make your day one that you will remember for years to come.
 
Aren’t the paperwork and legal stuff complicated?
No. Getting married in Greece will require some legalities including specific paperwork, but don’t let that put you off! Your paperwork will need to be at the Zakynthos town hall 6 weeks before your wedding. Don’t worry though, because our team at Alexandra’s Dream Weddings can do this on your behalf. You will have to ensure you have the original paperwork you have supplied with you for the wedding. Your marriage certificate is normally available 2-3 days after the ceremony, unless it’s a weekend and then it may be a little longer. We will handle all translations for you too. There is more information on our website FAQs.
 
Is my Greek wedding legal in the UK?
Yes! Because Greek wedding ceremonies comply with Greek law, they are legal in the UK. Once you’re married you will receive 3 certified copies of your marriage certificate which are also translated and legalised. These copies can be used for changing your name etc when you return home. You won’t need to register your marriage anywhere. There is more information on our website FAQs.

​Planning your Zakynthos ceremony is easy, and there are so many great venues and options to choose from. We have a dedicated office and team who know how important your wedding is. We only conduct one wedding a day, so you know that we are there for you on your special day and not splitting our time between multiple couples. This is important to us to ensure that you’re getting our full support and attention and we have more information on the Alexandra's Dream Wedding website planning page.
 
Thanks to Alexandra’s Dream Weddings for sharing their knowledge of all thing’s weddings. If you’ve ever dreamed of getting married on Zakynthos, then why not look into it? Dreams really can become a reality, leaving you with wonderful memories of a truly unique wedding, that will last a lifetime.

Alexandra's Dream Weddings have a website with lots more information.
You can also follow them on Facebook.