{"id":831995,"date":"2025-03-27T01:00:05","date_gmt":"2025-03-27T06:00:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/?p=831995"},"modified":"2025-03-20T08:07:29","modified_gmt":"2025-03-20T13:07:29","slug":"intimate-nontraditional-greece-elopement","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/intimate-nontraditional-greece-elopement\/","title":{"rendered":"Eight Guests, One Saxophonist, and the Mediterranean Sea: Inside an Intimate and Nontraditional Greece Elopement"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832103\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/6b\/f8\/6bf80f527f23f35d.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wedding-planning-checklist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Planning<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> a wedding is never easy, but for Adam and Tosha, making their dream of a Greece elopement a reality was worth every challenge. With just <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/keep-family-involved-youve-decided-elope\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">eight guests<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a soulful <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/the-best-wedding-entertainment-ideas-to-consider\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">saxophonist<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and the breathtaking Mediterranean Sea as their backdrop, they crafted a celebration that was deeply personal, stylish, and unforgettable.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adam and Tosha&rsquo;s love story began in 2016 when they connected on OkCupid while attending Washington State University. Their first date at Airway Hills Golf Course lasted three hours, and from that moment on, they were inseparable. &ldquo;Adam&rsquo;s kind heart won me over, and my energy reinvigorated him,&rdquo; Tosha recalls. They spent every day together that summer, sharing coffee breaks and late-night sweets, building a foundation that would lead them to their ultimate adventure: a wedding halfway across the world.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What We Love About This Greece Elopement:<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No DJ, just a saxophonist setting the perfect mood<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stuck to a strict $30K <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/how-to-create-the-best-wedding-budget-for-you-and-your-partner\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">budget<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for both the wedding and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/blogger-bride-plan-honeymoon\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">honeymoon<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/the-ultimate-guide-to-planning-your-rehearsal-dinner\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rehearsal dinner<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on a 50ft sailing yacht<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A natural, organic aesthetic inspired by Greece<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A mix of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/vendors\/washington\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Washington State<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/vendors\/greece\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Greek vendors<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, blending familiarity with local charm<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-831999\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/d6\/f8\/d6f83acfcd370482.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832004\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/e5\/2b\/e52b527531beb278.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832000\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/cc\/40\/cc40d2e813e8b56f.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Featured Vendor:<\/em><\/h2>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/vendors\/wedding-photographers\/washington\/seattle\/tmInspired-Photography\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tmInspired Photography<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-831998\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/22\/c5\/22c5b02ddea2a83b.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832018\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/02\/1e\/021e6870ed171a85.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832013\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/8a\/91\/8a91630c58f98b59.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Booking a Venue Sight Unseen and Choosing the Right Vendors<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Their dream was clear&mdash;a wedding that felt intimate, effortless, and organic, set against Santorini&rsquo;s stunning cliffside. &ldquo;We wanted our wedding to feel fun, intimate, and heartfelt, set against the breathtaking backdrop of a garden on a cliffside overlooking the Mediterranean Sea.&rdquo;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To create this seamless experience, they combined the best of both worlds&mdash;bringing <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/vendors\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">trusted vendors<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> from Washington State while also supporting local Santorini businesses. &ldquo;Being in the industry, I already knew a few vendors I needed to bring with me. For the others, we wanted to support island life and give back to their industry as well.&rdquo;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Their approach to planning was meticulous yet flexible. They researched <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/the-ultimate-guide-to-finding-your-wedding-venue\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">venues<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> extensively, narrowed down their options, and finally selected the perfect location&mdash;without ever seeing it in person. &ldquo;We committed to our venue sight unseen, which was surreal when we finally arrived,&rdquo; Tosha says.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832014\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/62\/cf\/62cfd83af63c4424.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832020\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/c9\/d8\/c9d8308fe17e6a0d.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832023\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/22\/c4\/22c46928e009822f.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832025\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/74\/a0\/74a08953b5d90871.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832006\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/9a\/fb\/9afbafc0e41be3c1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832010\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/ed\/62\/ed6269204a24d08c.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Celebration Inspired by Greece&rsquo;s Beauty and Spirit<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The wedding design was inspired by the natural beauty of Santorini. &ldquo;We took <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/how-to-use-wedding-inspiration\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">inspiration<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> from the local plants, food, and infrastructure, as well as the spirit of Greek life,&rdquo; Tosha explains. They ensured their guests&rsquo; comfort with parasols and fans, and selected seating that blended seamlessly with the scenery.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Their intimate <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/the-ultimate-guide-to-planning-your-wedding-ceremony\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ceremony<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> was perfectly complemented by a unique musical choice&mdash;a saxophonist instead of a DJ, creating a soulful, romantic atmosphere. And to kick off the celebration, they hosted their rehearsal dinner on a 50-foot sailing yacht. &ldquo;It felt like a movie&mdash;sailing on the sea, jumping into warm water, eating the best dinner while watching the sunset, and listening to the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mamma Mia!<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> soundtrack. I tear up just thinking about it.&rdquo;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832027\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/22\/0a\/220a711209aed0d2.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832029\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/66\/fe\/66fead8a3e228adb.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832032\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/11\/0d\/110de8f28be6ead6.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832033\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/f9\/85\/f9852c54c4555dfe.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832034\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/69\/57\/6957d0b03fb19aba.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Greece Elopement Style<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every detail of their Greece elopement was a reflection of their personalities and priorities. Tosha&rsquo;s <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wedding-dress-shopping\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">gown<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> was a shimmering masterpiece&mdash;three layers of tulle that sparkled with every movement, weighing an impressive nine pounds. Adam embraced effortless style, pairing a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/unique-groom-style-ideas-for-well-dressed-guys\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tan suit<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with dark brown <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wedding-shoes-for-groom-theyll-want-rewear\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">suede shoes<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and custom <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/how-to-include-your-dog-in-your-wedding\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">dog cufflinks<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a heartfelt nod to their beloved pets back home.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For her signature bridal look, Tosha chose <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/+OqbYN3nVWF4TltYn6zGv0Q\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chanel&rsquo;s #48<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a soft rose lipstick, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/rstyle.me\/+HJEy73T6y7sE0RIjYxxP6w\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gucci Bloom Acqua di Fiori <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">as her wedding day fragrance. Adam, true to his nature-loving spirit, kept his hair down and skipped neckwear, embodying a relaxed, organic style that felt perfectly him.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832037\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/91\/53\/91530d769d60b95d.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832041\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/b2\/15\/b2151ff6f9bec4ea.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832042\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/5e\/ba\/5eba19f83916e90b.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1051\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832045\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/c6\/ab\/c6ab2ff577d4ab9a.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832046\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/b0\/38\/b038368374d7bb98.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832047\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/91\/f5\/91f5432b82cff521.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Serendipitous Ceremony Twist<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Their wedding day began with a peaceful <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/deciding-whether-not-first-look\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">first look<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nimbus-hotels.com\/hotels\/nimbus-santorini\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nimbus Santorini<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a boutique hotel in Oia that set the perfect tone for the intimate celebration ahead. The cliffside ceremony space, designed for just eight guests, felt both cozy and breathtaking&mdash;exactly what they had envisioned.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&ldquo;We just loved being able to commit our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/10-unique-tips-for-writing-your-wedding-vows\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">handwritten vows<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to one another at a venue we picked without seeing it in person. We worked so hard to stay true to what we wanted, and standing there together made it all feel so surreal.&rdquo;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832051\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/38\/d7\/38d77a38886579be.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832053\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/3e\/c0\/3ec006e8d075b309.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832054\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/a7\/b9\/a7b94f4ba49f1197.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832055\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/f3\/4e\/f34e4ecaa4e031fd.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832057\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/0b\/bc\/0bbc13b32731cb37.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832058\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/3d\/37\/3d377e7eb5ee70e9.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832063\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/c1\/fa\/c1fa6d9057263981.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832065\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/a6\/bc\/a6bccde2339e874e.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832067\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/22\/d6\/22d64a9ef0260571.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832059\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/69\/c3\/69c3ccf19ea4f945.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832061\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/a0\/47\/a047389c08cec460.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No wedding is complete without an unexpected twist. In a rush to the venue, Tosha forgot her bouquet at the hotel. While the staff rushed to deliver it, their officiant&mdash;who had another wedding scheduled&mdash;had to leave. &ldquo;Luckily, our lead bartender stepped up to officiate,&rdquo; Tosha laughs. &ldquo;His first language is Greek, so there were some funny moments reading the script in English, but honestly, it felt more heartfelt and personal than the original officiant would have.&rdquo;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It was an unplanned but perfect moment&mdash;one that made their ceremony even more unforgettable.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832070\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/8f\/32\/8f32eeafca81471a.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832076\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/1c\/23\/1c23d485b63d006f.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832075\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/89\/b6\/89b67f90208f8d8b.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832079\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/0b\/e5\/0be557c021e22228.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832086\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/e7\/c5\/e7c53714e6171f2e.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832087\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/60\/17\/6017ea89403114a4.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832093\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/f2\/09\/f20982e01149673c.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832095\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/37\/48\/3748e094f2321b6b.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832096\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/c6\/04\/c6042d5b924c6b4d.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832098\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/01\/80\/01801b4e48e95fc8.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832099\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/29\/ae\/29ae8c549c1644a9.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832101\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/37\/13\/371382969473f94e.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832102\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/87\/f5\/87f5b5758edcc88c.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832104\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/46\/b1\/46b1b1267633283d.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832105\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/3f\/9d\/3f9d5aaab77ee549.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Greece Elopement <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reception Under Arches and Starlight<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After exchanging vows, they explored the charming town of Oia, capturing stunning photos, sipping champagne, and sharing their <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/80-first-dance-songs-havent-thought-yet\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">first dance<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> before cutting their <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/everything-you-should-know-about-your-wedding-cake\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cake<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. &ldquo;We took dance classes for a year, and it paid off&mdash;it made for such a memorable moment that gave everyone something to talk about during dinner.&rdquo; As cold sparklers lit up the cliffside, the moment felt straight out of a dream.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Their <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/the-ultimate-wedding-reception-timeline\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">reception<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> took place beneath elegant arches that perfectly reflected their style, creating a warm and intimate atmosphere. Guests enjoyed a thoughtfully curated three-course dinner featuring <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/wedding-catering-options-explained\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">authentic local dishes<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, setting the stage for a magical evening.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Later that night, after the last <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/the-ultimate-guide-to-wedding-speeches-and-toasts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">toast<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> had been made and the final song had played, they stripped off their wedding attire and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/creative-wedding-after-party-ideas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">jumped<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> into their private pool together&mdash;an intimate, carefree ending to a day they&rsquo;d never forget.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832107\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/49\/ef\/49eff9797b680ed3.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832106\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/78\/f9\/78f9751123613d52.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832110\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/0d\/29\/0d29f999b3745835.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832112\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/dd\/13\/dd1350abce24ac6b.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832116\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/a3\/96\/a39617e3b4c04ee7.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832118\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/6a\/83\/6a83f1b42ba336bc.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832119\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/03\/73\/03739d8f6e2cbe7e.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832120\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/77\/98\/77987b1ab588de3a.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832121\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/72\/20\/7220d5f243311209.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832122\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/35\/a4\/35a410e7d5ec9396.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Advice for Future Couples<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For couples dreaming of a Greece elopement, Tosha shares one key piece of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/best-wedding-advice-from-real-couples\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">advice<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: &ldquo;Give yourself plenty of time to plan an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/junebugweddings.com\/wedding-blog\/guide-to-planning-destination-wedding\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">international wedding<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Trying to rush it only leads to stress.&rdquo;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For Adam and Tosha, their wedding wasn&rsquo;t just about the ceremony&mdash;it was about crafting an entire experience that felt authentic, joyful, and uniquely theirs. And with Santorini&rsquo;s cliffs, the Mediterranean breeze, and their closest loved ones by their side, they created a love story that will be cherished for a lifetime.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832123\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/f9\/2e\/f92e58719b7c184a.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832125\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/8d\/17\/8d17f8c61be41bed.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832129\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/1e\/0e\/1e0e093336a2f37a.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832130\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/6d\/04\/6d04507afee85d05.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832128\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/03\/cd\/03cd9df4cbf21824.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832131\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/d8\/99\/d8998cff6cfa2a11.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832133\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/b6\/ed\/b6edd409adda93f1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-832132\" src=\"https:\/\/images.junebugweddings.com\/21\/bb\/21bbf16e7c30c381.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"goldbox\"><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><em>The Wedding Team:<\/em><\/span><br>\n<br class=\"yoast-text-mark\">Photography &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/tminspired.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">tmInspired Photography<\/a><br>\nEvent Planning &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.elevatedeventsbytosha.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Elevated Events by&nbsp;<span class=\"il\">Tosha<\/span><\/a><br>\nVenue + Catering &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/canaves.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Canaves Oia Suites<\/a><br>\nCoordinator&nbsp; &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/melaniepap_\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Melanie Papadopoulou<\/a> of Canaves Oia Suites<br>\nFloral Design &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redboxdays.gr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Red Box Days<\/a><br>\nOfficiant Consulting &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.anotheronetiestheknot.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Another One Ties The Knot<\/a><br>\nLive Music &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fotinossaxophonist.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Fotinos Tsakopoulos<\/a><br>\nVideography &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/ochoafilms.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Ochoa Films<\/a><br>\nInvitation Design &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/scriptedsketches\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Scripted Sketches<\/a><br>\nMakeup Artist &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beauty-santorini.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Makeup Santorini Renia<\/a><br>\nHair Styling &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddinghairbyrhianna.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Wedding Hair by Rhianna<\/a><br>\nWedding Dress &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theweddingbell.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">The Wedding Bell Bridal<\/a><br>\nGroom&rsquo;s Apparel &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.menswearhouse.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Mens Wearhouse<\/a><br>\nCuff Links &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/shop\/AnaviaDesign\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Anavia Design<\/a><br>\nFlat Lay Accessories &ndash; 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