Wedding venue in Chios: Argentikon Luxury Suites

On the magnificent island of Chios, Greece, at a superb location, is the 32,000m2 Argentikon Estate  built in the 16th century by the Argenti family, and has been designated Historic Monument.

Selected among the 100 best villas in the world, the Argentikon is a perfect example of medieval, Genoese architecture in the Levant. Each suite is uniquely individual embracing the style and furniture of the period, with fireplace, chandelier, marble bathrooms and lovely appointments.

Exquisite Old World craftsmanship and 21^st century amenities have been combined to create an estate unsurpassed in beauty and refinement and great care has been given to the ceiling decoration of each suite.

Warm summers are enhanced by a light sea breeze, enabling the guests to dine outdoors in the romantic surroundings by candlelight, while soft music fills the air.

High walls of stone surrounding the mansion, shady pathways leading to secluded corners, and lovely gardens provide privacy and beauty for those who wish to enjoy the tranquility.

The Argentikon Luxury Suites is a member of the Great Small Hotels, member of the Exclusive Island Hotels & Resorts and is recommended by Conde Nast Johansens Hotels.

Treat your self and your guests to a dining experience at our unique Argentikon Estate and enjoy delicious dishes in a mysterious atmosphere indoors or dine outdoors in the romantic  gardens by candlelight . 

Greek & Mediterranean cuisine, delicate flavors from a rich, creative menu prepared with the freshest local ingredients and the fine, luscious products from the grounds of the Estate, as well as from all over the world, all in imaginative combinations . 

It is a gracious estate for the distinguished and most demanding clientele!

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Trip Advisor unveils travelers’ choice islands for 2013: Santorini

Santorini island.
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Trip Advisor announced the winners of its inaugural Travelers’ Choice Islands awards, based on millions of valuable traveler review and opinions on the site.

The awards recognize more than 100 islands across the globe including dedicated lists for Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, Europe, South America, the South Pacific, and the U.S.

Santorini, with its black volcanic-soil beaches, whitewashed houses and astonishing view, has been raked number five in the list of top 10 islands in the world by the web site TripAdvisor.

Santorini island: Oia village
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Number one was Ambergris Cay, Belize’s largest island,  a popular destination for scuba divers. Other top vote getters were St. John’s in the U.S. Virgin Islands, Bora Bora, in French Polynesia in the Pacific Ocean, which is surrounded by a lagoon and a barrier reef, and is popular for its overwater bungalows and San Juan Island in the U.S.

Santorini was tops in Europe, a list that also included the Greek islands Kephalonia, Naxos and Zakynthos.

Santorini island: Overlooking Caldera.
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TripAdvisor’s lists of the top islands:

World:
1. Ambergris Caye – Belize
2. St John, US Virgin Islands – Caribbean
3. Bora Bora – French Polynesia
4. San Juan Island – United States
5. Santorini – Greece
6. Isla Mujeres – Mexico
7. Moorea – French Polynesia
8. Koh Tao – Thailand
9. Easter Island – Chile
10. Nosy Be – Madagascar

Europe:
1. Santorini – Greece
2. Cephalonia – Greece
3. Island of Capri – Italy
4. Naxos – Greece
5. Mainland, Orkney Islands – Scotland
6. Island of Gozo – Malta
7. Zakynthos – Greece
8. Jersey, Channel Islands – Britain
9. Isle of Skye – Scotland
10. Fuerteventura – Canary

Source: Trip Advisor

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Sunny days in Santorini.... so inspiring!!!

Terrace in Santorini overlooking Caldera.
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Wedding centerpiece tips and ideas

Wedding reception centerpieces with peonies, roses and olive leaves.
 Flower design by Xyntaris Flowers.
Event Planning by Event-gr, Joanna Loukakis

Wedding reception table decorations are the flourish of colour that transform a humble reception into a night to remember.

The colour and spice of a gorgeous wedding table setting are the hallmark of a truly memorable event and a signal to your friends and families that on this night, this is a magical place.

Wedding table design requires a little skill, coordination and some knowlegde of colour. If you plan carefully everything will glide into place. Don't over do the decorating, simplicity is the key. When in doubt, leave it out!!!

If you are having your reception at a hotel ballroom, a reception hall or restaurant, ask the venue; if they have anything in the form of table decorations or decorative table embellishments. As you are looking for wedding table ideas, this information will give you a head start.

They may perhaps have lovely metal or glass candlelabras or vases for each table, so you'll save money with not needing to hire them elsewhere. They may include them with the wedding reception package.

Have you ever been to a wedding were everything was white? Napkins, table cloths, white vases, white floral arrangement. It still works beautifully.
Personally I love a splash of colour or a combination of colours and textures. There is no need to for your wedding reception table decorations to be expensive. Simple wedding reception ideas are usually more classy and generally less expensive. They are also the easiest to coordinate and to get right.

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