Destination Wedding FAQs

Do I Need a Wedding Planner?

The short answer is yes. The key to making the Destination Wedding planning process manageable and hassle-free is choosing a local Wedding Co-Ordinator. Avoid the stress of trying to overcome the language and distance barrier chasing multiple vendors by email. Instead, you can communicate directly with your Planner, who knows every detail of your wedding and has feet on the ground.

Not to mention, their local connections will make finding trusted vendors a breeze. Save yourself hours of online scrolling. On the Big Day, be fully present for each moment without wasting precious time worrying about all the different elements coming together.

Should I Hire a Local Photographer?

The intense Cretan sunshine can result in challenging lighting scenarios for photography. A local Photographer will have years of experience working under these unique conditions. They will have all the equipment for the job to ensure each moment is captured perfectly.

More importantly, they’ll be familiar with your chosen venue. A local Photographer will know all the best secret spots to get the most stunning and unique images. The cost factor is also essential. Bring a Photographer from home, and not only will you need to pay their travel and accommodation costs, but also their photography fee. This can take a huge chunk of the budget.

When is the Best Time to Get Married?

The "summer" tourism season runs from April to October in Crete. Which month you choose to celebrate your Crete Destination Wedding depends on your weather preferences, budget considerations, and venue choice.

April and October are considered Low Season periods in Crete. During this time, weather is a milder, average 20-25 degrees Celsius in the day with a moderate breeze at night. Rain showers are uncommon but possible. If you struggle with high temperatures, this is the perfect time to get married. The other benefit of Low Season is that holiday resorts tend to be quieter, venues have more availability and therefore pricing is more competitive.

High Season runs from Mid-June to Mid-September in Crete. During this time the temperature is a stable 30-35 degrees Celsius with walm, balmy evenings. If reliable weather conditions are a top priority, this is a great time to schedule your wedding. These months see large volumes of tourists in the holiday resorts. It may be necessary to plan further in advance to ensure your venue's availability.

Is a Crete Wedding Expensive?

If you choose the right Wedding Planner for your Crete Destination Wedding, you’ll actually save money. Going it alone trying to find a venue and vendors, can be frustrating. You may spend days going back and forth with suppliers. Waiting for individual quotes only to discover they don’t work with your budget.

Much better to have a Planner who will show you appropriate options in line with your budget. What’s more, they’ll have competitive rates with local vendors. Having someone experienced, who knows where it’s possible to scale back and which elements should take priority within the budget, is invaluable.

Destination Wedding pricing in Crete tends to be much more competitive than in the UK. You will most likely find your budget will go much further in Crete. Plus, one of the key benefits of a Destination Wedding is keeping the guest list more intimate. This helps manage costs of food, drinks, and transport for guests allowing you to focus more of your budget on the areas that matter most to you.