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Say I do in Mykonos!

More and more couples choose to skip traditional weddings and opt to tie the knot somewhere magical! Why not say ‘I do’ in Mykonos? The island of the winds combines all the features needed to make your day an extraordinary day to remember! Mykonos is known as the cosmopolitan island of Greece. Chora, the island’s whitewashed town, invites all to surrender to its beauty. What’s more, the island’s sun-kissed golden bays, glamorous flair and rich cultural heritage make any wedding day fabulous!

Destination Weddings are the new eloping version. Couples love the idea of travelling to a faraway island and share their special day with just a handful of friends and family. Mykonos Theoxenia is here to help! Mykonos Theoxenia Hotel is your best choice if you truly seek an all-round experience on what the island has to offer. Mykonos Theoxenia Hotel is a top choice for its original design, succeeding in merging the island’s history with contemporary and modern design.  Mykonos Theoxenia luxury five-star boutique hotel, was originally built in the 1960’s and is currently viewed as “national preserved property” after a team of expert interior designers renovated the hotel, turning it into an innovative and glamorous boutique hotel while preserving its initial and original Cycladic architecture. Mykonos Theoxenia indisputably symbolizes the islands true nature, history, glamour and of course warm hospitality.

With its iconic windmills, natural beauty, cosmopolitan character and vibrant nightlife, Mykonos endures as one of the most famous and beloved wedding and honeymoon destinations.

The Windmills of Mykonos were built in the 16th century, and have been a characteristic landmark ever since. Most of the Windmills lie on the southern coast of the island overlooking the glistening blue Aegean waters.  They were positioned there so as to take advantage of the sea winds and grind wheat more effectively. Locals in those days used to supply passing ships with grain, as they anchored on the island on their way to Asia or Europe. At present only seven windmills remain. The remainder have been turned into storage areas and homes. Bonis Mill is a windmill that has been turned into a museum and should not be missed!

Little Venice of Mykonos is truly a replica of Venice. Little Venice is made up of 16th century homes all lined by the sea, with balconies literally clinging over the shimmering Aegean waters. Little Venice is found on the eastern coast of the island, between Chora’s port and the island’s oldest neighbourhood known as Kastro-Castle. it is also the most romantic area to enjoy a glass of wine at sunset!

Panagia Parapotiani Church is the most famous church on Mykonos and is located near the main harbor. The name of the church means inner door, which refers to the Medieval door which provided access to the encircled area of the town or rather castle, during that period. Parapotiani is made up of five churches and it took over 200 hundred years to be completed! The construction started in the 15th century and completed in the 17th century. Imagine the architectural magnificence of this complex of churches! It is famed that its architecture has made it one of the most photographed monuments in the world!

Mykonos coastline is amazing offering a selection of beaches that suits all tastes. For those seeking to taste the glamour and cosmopolitan side of Mykonos, the most preferred beaches are Elia, Ornos, Psarou and Kalo Livadi. The party couples usually spend their days and nights at Super Paradise and Paraga. For those seeking some peace and quiet, surrounded by natural wilderness and beauty then Agios Sosotis, Lia and Kapari beaches are ideal for you!