Ministry Promotes 4 Greek Islands as Ideal Wedding Spots

A wedding set at a Greek island.

The Greek Tourism Ministry recently showcased four islands as top wedding destinations during a special event in London.

Deputy Tourism Minister Sofia Zacharaki joined in London the mayors of Tinos, Milos, Elafonissos and Paros who presented their islands to special interest tourism operators and travel agents.

Participants also had a chance to sample traditional wedding sweets served during wedding ceremonies on the islands.

(From left): President of Milos’ Tourism Committee Averikos Gaitanis; Mayor of Milos Manos Mikelis; Deputy Tourism Minister Sofia Zacharaki; Greek Ambassador to London Ioannis Raptakis; Mayor of Elafonisos Efi Liarou; Mayor of Tinos Yiannis Siwtou; Head of GNTO’s branch in UK and Ireland Eleni Skarveli. Photo source: Municipality of Milos.

Addressing the event, Zacharaki referred to the importance of the wedding tourism segment in the overall promotion of Greece. The event was planned following the country’s participation in the World Travel Market in London last month. The ministry has included wedding tourism in its promotional strategy aiming to extend the tourist season and showcase lesser-known destinations.

Last month, the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) announced actions aimed at establishing the country as a top wedding and luxury tourism destination.

Greece ranked 6th as one of the world’s most popular destinations for weddings based on Google search data. The country is also among the Top 5 wedding destinations in Europe.