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Our Wedding

Dear Family & Friends,

Leros has a very special place in both our hearts - Iris and her family have been coming every summer for the last 15 years. We first went together in 2022, and after a week of great food, beautiful beaches and strong tsipouro, we were ready to start our own traditions, bringing friends along in the years that followed. This time, we are excited to bring you all with us to celebrate our wedding on this very special island! Whether you are travelling from near or far, we are incredibly grateful to have you with us. For those who would like to take time to enjoy the island around the wedding, we will be in Leros from June 1st to June 13th and would love to have you join us for the days surrounding it. We can't wait to share this magical place with the people we love most. See you in Leros! With love,Iris &amp; Daniel

Welcome note

Getting there

Leros is well-connected to other Greek islands and the mainland, making it accessible by both ferry and airplane. Here are the common ways to get to Leros:&nbsp;For those coming from Belgium, the UK or further afield, there are multiple flights a day to Athens, Kos or Rhodes. Then from there... By Ferry: 1) Ferries from Athens to Leros depart from the port of Piraeus&nbsp;about 4 times a week. The trip lasts approximately 9 hours. Leros is also connected by ferry with Rhodes, Patmos, Kos, Kalymnos and Lipsi. During summer, ferries run between the islands of the Dodecanese almost every day. 2) From neighboring islands: There is a ferry connection between the ports of Leros via Catamaran with the neighboring islands (Samos, Fournoi, Ikaria, Patmos, Lipsoi, Kalymnos, Symi, Nisyros) as well as with the core islands of the Dodecanese (Kos – Rhodes,) every day on a regular basis time lapses. Both Kos and Rhodes have direct flights to Brussels and London. Ferries arrive at the main port of Lakki in the south west of the island. In high season there are regular hydrofoil and catamaran services to Patmos (45 minutes), neighbouring Lipsi (20 minutes), Kos (one hour), Rhodes (just over three hours) and the North East Aegean island of Samos (two hours). The port of Agia Marina on the east coast is the arrival and departure point for fast boats. &nbsp;By Airplane: 1) Domestic Flights: Leros has a small airport, on the northern side of the island, in the region of Partheni and 10 km from Platanos/ Agia Marina. This small airport serves only flights from Athens. We are looking to coordinate collective transport from Athens so reach out to us for more details! Alternatively, you can book a flight from Athens to Kos based on your travel itinerary. To get from Kos to Leros, ferries are available from both Kos Town and the port of Mastichari, which is closer to the airport. Useful Note:For ferry schedules, prices and bookings, you can use online ferry booking platforms like <a href="https://www.ferryhopper.com/en/#/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ferryhopper</a>, or check the official websites of ferry companies such as <a href="https://www.bluestarferries.com/en-gb" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Blue Star Ferries.</a> One of the two most important airlines in Greece will take care of reaching Leros by plane with a domestic flight: Aegean / Olympic or Skyexpress, depending on the season.

Where to Stay

We recommend you stay&nbsp;at Agia Marina, the capital of the island of Leros, which is located to the north of Platanos, while to the south lies Panteli. All three areas are united into a single settlement that stretches beneath the Castle of Panagia of Leros where the wedding ceremony will take place.

We have pre-booked rooms at special rates for our guests: Single Sea View — €60Double Garden View — €70Double Sea View — €75Triple Garden View — €80Triple Sea View — €85Family Garden View — €95Family Sea View — €100Junior Suite — €110Presidential Suite — €140 Please contact the hotel directly to book your room, using the code “IRIS AND DAN” to access these special rates.

Crithoni's Paradise Hotel

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Alea Mare Hotel

Leros

The Destination

We love Leros for its beautiful beaches, peaceful atmosphere and amazing local gastronomy - it is also not too touristy which is rare for a Greek island nowadays. It was occupied by the Italians in the early 20th century and it's architecture and food blends the best of both cultures. We hope that around the wedding you get to enjoy some more of the island - below are some of our favourite beaches for sunbathing and swimming and restaurants around the island.

Where to Eat

Seafood in Leros is wonderful. Grilled octopus is always a must, and you can also enjoy freshly prepared sea urchins or authentic taramosalata. Don’t skip out on the local cheeses, like mizithra and tsitsiri, or sweet treats such as Leros’ famous Patsavouropita&nbsp;with Kaimaki ice-cream and soumada, a classic almond-based drink. Here are a few spots we love: Sotos Ouzeri (Drymonas)Dan's favourite. Sotos, is a lovely taverna located in a quiet area of Leros and has some of the best fish and seafood on the island. Zorbas Tavern (Panteli Beach)Zorbas is the island’s oldest taverna, sitting right on Panteli beach. We love grabbing a table near the water, ordering grilled calamari and Greek salads, and just taking in the view of the castle and windmills. Artemis Taverna (Blefoutis)For traditional Greek mezze in a typical taverna head to Artemis after a dip in Blefoutis beach. Mylos Restaurant (Agia Marina)This is one of the nicest restaurant on the island, more upscale, their dishes are a perfect mix of Greek and Italian cuisine. The seafood risotto is especially memorable! Dimitris o Karaflas (Panteli)Another famous restaurant on the island. Come for the breath-taking views and stay for the amazing mezze. We recommend booking in advance and coming before the sunset when it is less busy and you get to take in the views.

Our favourite beaches

Leros has some beautiful beaches, each with its own charm. Here are some we love: Organised beaches, where you can find umbrellas and sunbeds as well as refreshments are Vromolithos Beach which is a pebbly beach located near the village of Panteli, Alinda Beach which is also a pebbly beach close to many shops, coffee shops and restaurants, Dyo Liskaria which is a sandy beach ideal for a beach party! There is also Blefouti Beach which is a sandy beach in a more secluded part of the island with a lovely taverna nearby. If it is very windy, head to Ksirokampos Beach which is a pebbly beach in a more protected area of the island where you can also find shade and two tavernas nearby. For wild beaches on Leros head to Agia Kioura or Kokkina Beach which are both sandy beaches. They are unorganised so make sure to bring water and a snack. Lastly, there is Archangelos beach located on a tiny island just off Leros, so getting there means renting a small boat from nearby beaches or the harbour. This is also a wild beach so there is little shade but there is a small restaurant where you can have a break from the sun and get some food and drinks.

What to See

The CastlePerched high above Panteli Bay, the Castle of Leros offers breathtaking panoramic views of the island and sea. Built on ancient foundations and shaped by the Byzantines and later by the Knights of Saint John, the castle gets its local name from the Virgin Mary (Panagia), whose miraculous icon and the chapel that stands at its heart is where we will be getting married! The Bellenis TowerIn Alinda, visit the beautiful Bellenis Tower. This two-story gem blends medieval and neoclassical styles, now home to the island’s Historical and Folklore Museum. Step inside for a glimpse into Leros’ traditions, from intricate embroidery and handcrafted furniture to artifacts from WWII and a captivating photo archive. The Museums:While we are really here for the sun, sea and sand, for the more historically inclined, Leros has some small museums. Deposito Di Guerra (War Material Museum):Located in Vromolithos, this small museum brings to life the island’s dramatic role in WWII, particularly the Battle of Leros (1943). War Museum at Lakki:Walk through history in this unique underground museum, set in actual WWII-era Italian tunnels. Archaeological Museum (Agia Marina):Discover prehistoric finds, ancient ceramics, and charming local history housed in a picturesque neoclassical building. Ecclesiastical Museum (Panteli Castle):Located within the Castle, this museum showcases beautiful Byzantine icons, holy items, and archaeological artifacts, giving you yet another reason to climb the hill.

Things to Do

How to Move around

Leros is a small island, ideal for some relaxing, family holidays. Find out all the available options for moving around this lovely place. Public buses Public transportation connects the port and the capital with some villages and beaches, however itineraries are not so frequent. Taxis and private transfers A taxi might be an expensive option, comparing to buses for instance, however it is definitely a choice that offers you easy and fast transfer to your destination. Many taxis can be found in every central spot, for instance at the port or at the airport. Car rentals Please contact Pagonis Car Rental on Whatsapp at +30 698 083 4012 and quote "Iris and Dan Wedding".

Useful numbers

Here are the most useful telephone numbers that a tourist might need in Leros. In this page, we have gathered the phone numbers of the local municipality, the police station, the health center and other tourist services in Leros to help you organize your trip better or act quickly in case of emergency. Telephone Area Code +30 22470Municipality of Leros +30 22470 28199Airport of Leros +30 22470 22777Hospital of Leros +30 22470 23251Police Station +30 22470 22221Port Authority +30 22470 22224Post Office (Lakki) +30 22470 22587Taxis +30 22470 22550

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Dear Friends,

Having you in Greece to celebrate with us is the only gift we need! However, if you would like to give us a wedding present, a contribution to our honeymoon would be deeply appreciated. For EU (Belgium and Greece) :Iris Kyriazi(IBAN) GR 2901 1052 5000 0052 5006 7733 2 For UK:Iris Kyriazi20-12-806329 8132

Iris and Daniel

Iris and Daniel

Wedding Present

Dear Friends,