So you want to organize an unforgettable wedding. Where to start? Of course, from the choice of location. It’s best if it’s something new, inspiring, unusual and romantic...
Leave the idea of getting married at home, followed by a meeting at a restaurant around the corner on the next street behind. It's boring and no good at all! But a wedding at sea, in the mountains or in the middle of an endless meadow is a completely different matter. And don’t be afraid that it’s expensive and difficult, and all the interesting and beautiful places are necessarily only abroad - all this is not true. Today we will tell you why Gelendzhik, as a place for a wedding, is in no way inferior to the Alps, Nice and even Bali.
Reason 1. Landscapes of Gelendzhik. Great views and backdrops for your wedding photos
Krasnodar region is one of the most beautiful places in Russia
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There is a blue endless sea, mountains with murmuring rivers, picturesque hills, rocky cliffs and evergreen Pitsunda pines. The romance of the place is just off the charts!
Favorable climate
— for 8 whole months of the year it’s summer in Gelendzhik. Flowers are fragrant, meadows are blooming, peaches, apricots, mulberries and plums grow right on the streets, and outside the city there are vineyards and wineries. Rain is rare.
Another advantage of a wedding in Gelendzhik is civilization.
Just an hour's drive separates the city with a complete and developed infrastructure from deserted and even wild places in nature. This is a convenient, successful combination that you will not find, for example, in Altai. The places there are beautiful, but the infrastructure is bad. At least you definitely won’t find a restaurant, a DJ and a toastmaster for your wedding there.
Diversity of natural landscape
gives you a lot of choice.
Here you can realize almost all your unusual fantasies and dreams: a wedding in the mountains, on the seashore, on a yacht or ship, a secluded wedding on a cliff or a cheerful party in the Sicilian style: garden, dancing, guests and vineyards. Your wedding photos will be amazing!
Do you want to know about the best places for photos in Gelendzhik? Read our article: First part. Second part.
Reason 2. Affordable prices in Gelendzhik
A wedding at home is always cheaper than abroad,
regardless of whether you use the services of a wedding agency or not. Firstly, your expenses will always include airfare and hotel accommodation. Let's compare prices. Flight from Moscow to Gelendzhik, from Moscow to Nice and from Moscow to Bali in October using the Aviasales.ru website. The difference is obvious.
Similarly, we will compare the cost of one night (for example, from October 1 to 2) in a three-star hotel in Gelendzhik, Nice and Bali using the Booking.com website. We will choose a room with breakfast included, amenities and one bed for two. Hotel "Udara Bali Yoga Detox Spa" in Bali - 10,127 rubles, hotel "Hôtel Le Royal Promenade des Anglais" in Nice - 12,373 rubles and a Suite room in the hotel "Lyudmila" in Gelendzhik - 2,205 rubles. The difference is significant.
Prices for services and goods abroad in Europe are higher than in Russia.
It's no secret that the economy in European countries is different, prices are higher and wages are higher. This means that, for example, in Nice, you will have to pay more for renting premises, the services of a waiter, cook, DJ, and even for the products themselves than in Russia. The average salary there is 2205 €. This is about 150 thousand Russian rubles. In Africa, Indonesia, and India, the average is, on the contrary, lower. The average salary in India is only $100 per month (6-7 thousand rubles), and in Indonesia - $350 (23 thousand rubles). It is unlikely that you will be able to save money; due to the high cost of flights, a plane ticket will literally “eat up” all your savings.
Is it possible to get married on the seashore?
Getting married by the sea is, of course, romantic. Moreover, unlike Russian registry offices, whose employees have the right to register a marriage abroad only under very extenuating circumstances, abroad they willingly provide on-site registration services for an additional fee. However, here lovers face additional difficulties:
- marriage is concluded according to local laws. The newlyweds are given a certificate in a foreign language, and it is registered in the municipality at the location of the ceremony;
- in Russia, this document is recognized as legitimate, but it must be confirmed by the registry office. That is, write an application, wait for confirmation and receive a “Marriage Registration Certificate”, completed and registered in the Civil Registry in accordance with all the rules.
This will take a lot of effort, time and, possibly, nerves. Therefore, before making a decision, it is worth making inquiries. Perhaps it would be better to sign at the registry office without additional ceremonies, and only stage a solemn wedding abroad.
If the newlyweds are firm in their intention to get married by the sea, then the Seychelles or the Dominican Republic would be the best options. Also, wedding tours with legal registration in local flavor are carried out in Thailand, the Maldives, Indonesia and India (GOA).
Reason 3. It’s easy to organize a wedding in Gelendzhik
In Russia, organizing a wedding is not difficult. You yourself and the wedding salons are able to negotiate with all the restaurants, hire a photographer, a registry office employee, and organize leisure time. In another country, all this, of course, is more complicated. An unfamiliar language can become a hindrance for you, and wedding salons that speak the language realize their advantage and inflate their prices. They understand that in a sense, without their help from you, they have no chance of organizing everything at the best level. And indeed, without outside help, it is difficult to organize a wedding in another country yourself.
Outdoor ceremony in Crimea: prices for the most romantic wedding
A symbolic ceremony is a very inexpensive wedding that will leave you with truly wonderful memories and impressions. The cost of such an event will include several components:
- Design and installation of the arch;
- Services of a make-up artist, hairdresser, bridal bouquet design;
- Services of a master of ceremonies;
- Photographer and videographer services;
- Delivery of props and, of course, the event participants themselves to the venue;
- Fulfillment of special requests, if any.
The cost of a symbolic wedding ceremony in Sevastopol will be somewhat cheaper than, for example, in the New World: in other words, the final price largely depends on the remoteness of the event location. However, in any case, it will be quite adequate, in addition, I regularly hold profitable promotions for my clients.
Prices and details of the ceremony can be discussed by contacting me
Reason 4. All guests and relatives will be able to come to your wedding
You have to try hard to attend a friend’s wedding in Nice or Bali if you don’t even have a visa. Not all guests will do this, but for those who do come, it will cost a pretty penny, because the cost of one invitation is equal to the cost of one full-fledged tour to another country.
If you can still bear the costs of close relatives, then objectively only a very wealthy citizen will be able to pay for flights for the rest of the guests. But a flight from Moscow to Gelendzhik costs only 3-4 thousand per person, and no visa is needed!
Reason 5. Combine celebration and relaxation
A wedding on the Black Sea coast can have an excellent continuation in the form of a honeymoon. All conditions have been created for lovers to have an interesting time. It’s great to fool around all day in a water park, the next day to go out of town to the dolmens, wish them happiness and eternal love, on the third day to drink wine at a local winery, and on the fourth to soak up the beach. In the evening, have a romantic dinner on the shore, and the next evening hang out in one of the cool nightclubs in Gelendzhik. That's not all the fun! Safari park, old park in Kabardinka, waterfalls and diving... You definitely won’t be bored! We advise you to read our article about where to go and how to have fun in Gelendzhik.
Outfits for the bride and groom
A wedding dress for a bride at a beach ceremony can be either in a classic style or vintage. Everything will depend on what style you think of for the celebration itself.
If the wedding is going to be chic, then you shouldn’t weigh down the dress with pompous ruffles, bows and shiny rhinestones. It is better to choose a simple dress style. It should be light and not restrict movement.
The ideal option for the groom would be a nautical style outfit. If you prefer a suit, then light shades (light gray, blue, beige, sand) are best.
Boutonnieres in the shape of starfish or a beautifully tied sea knot will complement the groom’s look well.
If the wedding is planned in a playful way and the groom will be a sea pirate, a bandana, vest and pirate belt will help you get into character.
Reason 6. There are many places for celebrations and weddings in Gelendzhik
In Gelendzhik, like in any tourist city, there are many restaurants and cafes. There are luxurious, spacious ones, with sea views and live music, or family-friendly and cozy ones with real Caucasian food. One of the best options for a wedding celebration is the Veterok cafe with live music. Spacious, comfortable, with suitable interiors in light colors, and excellent dishes of local signature cuisine. See for yourself! We held one of our weddings there and were pleased, so we recommend it.
In Gelendzhik, the atmosphere is conducive to celebration: the white embankment, flowering gardens and picturesque parks, fountains and sculptures. And outside the city there is an incredibly diverse nature. In Gelendzhik, there are 9 churches and 2 registry offices for newlyweds.
Hotels in Gelendzhik also open their doors for newlyweds and guests. Some specially decorate rooms for newlyweds, give fruits and champagne, and create a pleasant atmosphere for the newlyweds. There is plenty to choose from! By the way, we also decided not to give in and keep up with the holiday trend. The Lyudmila Hotel now has a special Suite for newlyweds, and all the bonuses are included 
Reason 7. Gelendzhik - the city of brides
The very name of the city “Gelendzhik” is translated from Turkic as “white bride” or “white daughter-in-law.” Alexander Kuprin also wrote: “The name of Gelendzhik, which is translated as “White Bride,” emanates the colorful language of oriental poetry, something snatched directly from “ Songs of Songs" by King Solomon. And the city itself is like a bride: it’s all drowning in white gardens of blooming pears, apple trees, almonds and apricots.”
Newlyweds especially like to take pictures with the bride. It is believed that the “White Bride”, as a symbol of love and a long life together, will bring real happiness to the house! The image of the bride is associated with the brightest dreams, the beginning of a new life and belief in happiness. We believe that such symbolism is simply the ideal occasion for a wedding in Gelendzhik, the city of eternal bloom, serenity and purity.
Tips for those who want to organize a wedding in Gelendzhik in nature: on the beach or in the mountains
An important point for those who want to hold their wedding on the beach is to choose the beach wisely. Yes, when you stand under the wedding arch, looking at your soulmate, and at this time the waves crash noisily on the shore, and your feet are buried in the warm sand - it’s romantic, but in order not to spoil the romance, you should do everything as correctly and accurately as possible.
1. Remember, public beaches and places of high tourist demand are not an option.
Strangers at your wedding will not decorate it. Unless you are a fan of Indian style weddings. This rule also applies to photo sessions. The fewer outsiders, the better.
2. Look for beaches away from the center for the ceremony.
There the places are more picturesque and less crowded. But make sure that all your guests can easily get to the place. There are many beautiful places in Gelendzhik and the surrounding area that would be great for a wedding or photo shoot, but not everyone can get there via steep stairs.
3. Create an environment for your guests.
A buffet on the seashore is fraught with unsanitary conditions; leaving people for a long time without the opportunity to use the toilet in the mountains or on the beach is not a good idea. If you are organizing your wedding on a deserted beach, negotiate with nearby cafes to provide such services for your guests. For money, of course.
4. Consider renting a private beach.
It won't be cheap, but the beach will be completely at your disposal. Beauty! All that remains is to come to an agreement. Usually private beaches belong to hotels and inns. They probably won’t welcome your proposal with open arms, but it’s worth a try for the sake of your dream!
5. Rent a cafe or club with a terrace overlooking the sea or mountain range.
This is the best option for those who just want to enjoy the views of mountain peaks or the sounds of the sea. Restaurants and cafes in picturesque places will delight you with beautiful views, the sound of waves, clean air, a pleasant interior and all the benefits of civilization. This is an option when the entire ceremony from start to finish, as well as the festive buffet, can be organized in one place.
Wedding dresses
What to wear to a nautical wedding? To the chagrin of the girls who dreamed of complex hairstyles, multi-meter trains and fluffy skirts at their wedding, they are not suitable for a beach holiday. At sea there is often quite a strong wind, which will quickly render too lush vestments unusable. The train will cling to stones and twigs, and ten-centimeter stilettos on an open beach are a disaster and risk going to the hospital with a dislocation or fracture. Therefore, it is worth using common sense and choosing a simpler outfit.
Beach wedding dress
The best option would be a light mini or midi dress, made of natural fabric, without unnecessary frills or ruffles. Floor-length options are chosen without multi-layered skirts, from flowing fabric, which is easy to lift if necessary. You can even move away from the traditional bridal look and opt for an open top and skirt. And brave and active girls can also wear trousers.
Beach shoes
The best shoes for the beach are ballet flats or pumps with low, stable heels. For a Greek wedding, sandals with a characteristic shape and garter straps are chosen. Sandals will also work, but you will have to shake sand and small pebbles out of them from time to time. In general, it is quite possible to walk barefoot on the beach.
Accessories
A wedding on the beach, under the hot sun, does not imply too elaborate, massive decorations, fancy decor in the hairstyle or on the dress. You shouldn’t subject yourself to such a severe test, unless, of course, you plan to hold your wedding during a more comfortable, in terms of ambient temperature, velvet season somewhere in the Crimea. It’s better to get by with a stylish bracelet, a narrow belt or a flower wreath, a bud in your hair. The hairstyle should be as simple and comfortable as possible. Cosmetics should also be handled with extreme caution, taking into account environmental conditions and long hours spent outdoors.
Tips for those who want to get great photos from a wedding photo shoot in Gelendzhik
Be prepared for a long drive if you want to get better photos.
Let’s repeat the previous point: the best places for a photo shoot are where there are not a lot of strangers, and the most beautiful views are those in nature and away from the city center. Fortunately, the nature of Gelendzhik is diverse and you can implement any idea for a wedding photo shoot, if you wish. Even the wildest dreams are possible. For good money today, the organizers are ready to conduct a photo shoot either above ground or under water...
Choose weekdays and morning hours if you are photographing in the city.
There will be many times fewer people. The usually crowded embankments, beaches, parks and squares will be half empty from 7 to 9 am, and if you arrive even earlier, you risk being the only visitor. This is exactly what you need!
Plan your event and photo shoot.
Let your photo shoot start at 5-6 am and last 2-3 hours, and let the guests arrive at your party by 9:30. If the wedding reception is planned at a restaurant in the city center, and you are taking a photo shoot in a remote location, you should not take guests with you. We recommend this order: first a photo shoot, then guests and a buffet reception. Often weddings are organized differently, and guests wait for the lovers to take photos, sitting on a stuffy bus or walking aimlessly in front of the whole parade for 2 hours. This is explained by the fact that the bride and groom want the guests to be present in the photo too. Decide for yourself what kind of photos you want. For example, the two of you can have a photo shoot in a remote location, and with guests - at the registry office, in a church, or in a cafe.
Don't skimp on the photographer.
Study his portfolio, find him on social networks. Wedding photos will remain your reminder of your special day for the rest of your life, so we recommend that you don’t skimp and choose what you really like and taste.
Wedding resorts every month
Not everyone knows the features of a resort holiday abroad. There are not as many places where you can enjoy the warm sea, hot sun and stunning views all year round as you would like. For example, autumn in Thailand is marked by heavy rains, during which there can be no talk of any outdoor wedding. Therefore, you need to choose a wedding venue not only based on cost and colorful advertising brochures, but also depending on the month.
January
New Year's holidays are not the best time for a holiday at sea. Many tourists, wanting to get a little warmth, tired of snowstorms and sub-zero temperatures, tend to the southern hemisphere. Prices, in accordance with demand, rapidly start to rise, and places in decent hotels have to be booked 2-3 months in advance. If the newlyweds are not afraid of crowds and there are no financial difficulties, then you can visit the following places:
- Santo Domingo;
- La Romana;
- Punta Cana;
- Juan Dolio;
- Canary Islands.
For bright, festive impressions, Mexico is best suited, and specifically during the three winter months. The choice is huge: this country is washed by the Pacific Ocean, the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico.
February
- The Maldives is ideal for a wedding tour in the last month of winter. Prices are falling, so you can enjoy top-level service at an affordable price.
- Cuba with its popular resort of Varadero will surprise you with its national flavor.
A wide variety of activities are available, including submarine rides and parachute jumps.
March
Vietnam's resorts are famous for their seafood, warm seas and plenty of sunny days in spring. Vacationers are provided with a lot of entertainment opportunities. If the newlyweds miss civilization, bars, nightclubs, and cafes in Nha Trang are at their service.
April
In mid-spring, the best option would be Cyprus. The air temperature of 23 degrees allows you to enjoy the warm sun without experiencing sweltering heat. A huge plus is that the swimming season begins only in May, so prices are pleasingly moderate, and the beaches are relatively deserted.
May
The last month of spring provides a richer choice:
- Sardinia and Jamaica;
- Crete and Fiji.
The air temperature is still comfortable for Russian citizens, you can swim and sunbathe, and enjoy fresh fruit. And numerous attractions will allow you to conduct a photo shoot in an original setting.
June
Greece is beautiful at this time of year. You can visit any of the small islands along the coast, or prefer mainland beaches. The marriage ceremony can be carried out according to local customs.
The Canary Islands will not disappoint either, with their secluded coves, many attractions and cheap car rentals.
July
In the midst of summer, it is difficult to find a place on the coast where you can sit comfortably and celebrate to your heart’s content. Therefore, instead of the crowded beaches of Turkey and Egypt, it is better to go to Mauritius, with its clean sandy beaches and stunningly beautiful landscapes.
August
At the end of summer, the holiday rush has already subsided, so it is quite possible to celebrate your wedding in Turkey.
September
The velvet season in Egypt provides an opportunity to hold a wedding in a pleasant environment. Air and water temperatures are quite comfortable, and prices have already been noticeably reduced. Moreover, you can book exotic excursions through the desert or go diving.
October
At most popular resorts in Russia, the weather is not pleasant at this time of year. Therefore, newlyweds should choose Tunisia. Thirty-degree temperatures and light clouds provide quite comfortable conditions for a holiday on the shore, swimming and other entertainment.
November
Are you planning a wedding in November? So, the road lies to Thailand! Low prices and a small number of tourists in quite warm weather are excellent ingredients for a chic wedding.
December
When there is already snow in Russia, and frosts reach -30 degrees, Goa pleases with heat of 320 and stunning beaches. The sea is warm and gentle, the sky is clear, just right for a wonderful holiday right on the shore.
A wedding at sea is a great opportunity to get a lot of new, positive emotions. Make your dream come true by visiting a famous tropical island or exotic country with your loved one. A good mood and good memory for many years are worth spending money on a wedding tour abroad.
How to spend less?
A wedding is not cheap, but it is very beautiful, solemn, joyful and symbolic, and besides, it only happens once. In any case, we wish this for you! Here are a couple of our simple tips that will help you spend less on your celebration and get more vivid emotions:
1. Study the wedding agency market,
read the reviews and study the price offer of each company involved in organizing weddings in Gelendzhik. You have the right to even choose an organization or photographer who are actually located in another city, if you trust them more. However, the price of such an offer will increase. Compare everything and make your choice!
2. Take responsibility for organizing the wedding.
Sometimes an independent organization can cut costs in half. If you feel the desire to figure everything out on your own, choose a time, seat guests, hire a toastmaster, DJ and photographer, rent a restaurant and organize a ceremony with movement for guests - go for it. This is an exciting process, and most importantly, it is entirely your choice. If you just want to relax and come prepared with everything, entrust the matter to a professional agency.
3. Organize a wedding in your home country.
To have a great wedding, you don’t have to go abroad. We also have excellent places for a wedding at sea or in the mountains in Russia, in the Krasnodar Territory. All your wedding ideas can be realized in Gelendzhik: a wedding on a yacht, on the Black Sea coast, on the top of a hill or in the middle of endless vineyards! The price of a Russian wedding is several times significantly lower than a ceremony going abroad. Organize a wedding in Gelendzhik, and all your guests will be able to come to the celebration without any problems!
4. It is not necessary to buy a dress and a suit.
Today, a wedding dress is expensive. If you want to save money and do not plan to keep your wedding dress for 20 years to show it off or pass it on as a family heirloom to your children, we advise you to take a closer look at salons that rent wedding dresses and suits. In a good salon, dresses are high quality, beautiful and there is a large selection. You can even choose one dress for the photo shoot and another for the wedding ceremony, and separate the two events - the photo shoot and the ceremony - so as not to overwork yourself on one day of the wedding celebration.
5. Try your luck: take part in wedding competitions for newlyweds.
This is a chance to win a fully organized wedding for two, with a photo shoot! Look for such competitions in your city. Two of our friends once won a wedding in Thailand. Real luck and an absolutely free stunning beach wedding for two!
Choose an unusual place for unusual experiences, and remember that you don’t always have to travel far and pay a lot to find beautiful places. We are waiting for you in Gelendzhik! Make your wildest ideas and cherished wedding dreams come true with us. Let this day be remembered by you and your guests for the rest of your life, and let bright memories along with photographs delight you for a very long time.
In the next article we will describe in more detail the coolest places for newlyweds in Gelendzhik: the best parks, romantic places, picturesque and bright churches for weddings. Don't miss: 5 best places for a wedding ceremony in Gelendzhik
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Decor for a wedding by the sea
For a wedding on the seaside, any theme related to the sea is, of course, best suited. Traditional colors associated with warm tropical islands or the Mediterranean coast are turquoise, azure, blue, and white. You can complement the main range with golden and sandy tones, mint, coral, tiffany. Any natural shades will do.
The fabrics are light and flowy. The following options are widely used:
- rough burlap and linen;
- foam lace and various translucent veils;
- cotton and silk fabrics.
Everything related to the sea is usually used as decoration:
- large and small mollusk shells;
- corals, high-quality imitations of the inhabitants of the deep sea - fish, cephalopods, jellyfish, dolphins;
- anchors, lighthouses, ships;
- images from legends, fairy tales and myths - mermaids, Neptune.
Small lanterns with candles hung around the site, as well as long ribbons fluttering under the refreshing gusts of breeze, look very beautiful.
However, a wedding at sea is romantic in itself, so you don’t have to focus on the theme and choose neutral, delicate colors and traditional floral decor.
