Known to organise simply Perfect Weddings KANIKA WEDDINGS

Transcription

1 Known to organise simply Perfect Weddings KANIKA WEDDINGS

2 Couples around the world are becoming increasingly aware of the charm of getting married in Cyprus especially when the romantic beauty of our island is combined with the enchanting locations, excellent facilities and professional services of Kanika Hotels. To serve you even better, we have prepared this booklet, which is designed to showcase each of the Kanika Hotels and guide a prospective wedding couple through the wonderful choices we have to offer from the availability of luxurious honeymoon suites, to catering options, stunning venues and of course, persuasive wedding offers. It also gives us the opportunity to inform you of our latest upgrades and development plans that are designed to ensure the ultimate wedding experience. From special packages that really touch the hearts of the wedding couple and their guests, to significant investments in new and inspiring wedding venues, we at Kanika Hotels offer the services of a dedicated wedding team that has taken weddings to another level...a level where dreams come true! In particular we are proud to introduce our new Unity Terrace Venue in Alexander The Great beach hotel, a sea front celebration that is surrounded by all the romance that Cyprus, the island of love, can deliver. All ready and waiting to turn wedding dreams into reality. We have... the facilities... the atmosphere... the service... the support...

3 Kanika Weddings... all the ingredients of a perfect celebration At Kanika Hotels, we realize how important this day is for the whole family, but especially for the bride and groom. The setting, the atmosphere, the décor, the food everything has to be just perfect. Couples considering getting married in Cyprus are always happy to hear that they can discuss all the catering details with the Wedding Coordinator upon arrival, regardless of whether they prefer a champagne cocktail indoors or around the pool, a ceremony by the beach, an intimate dinner with waiter service, or a lavish buffet for a larger party. Our dedicated team will present the various menu options that can be tailored to your personal taste, and ensure that your venue is beautifully decorated. Elegant white chair covers, table settings and floral centrepieces, as well as any extras you may wish to add will transform the big day into a fairytale celebration. Our wedding coordinators, would be happy to assist you with any additional arrangements you would like to make. Meanwhile, all Kanika Hotels have in-house hair salons and beauticians who will make sure that the bride and groom look their best! Every Kanika Wedding Includes: Personal wedding coordinator Beautiful reception setting Preparation of documentation Formal banqueting setting Room upgrade - subject to availability Candlelit dinner and champagne breakfast Inspired by your dreams and wishes, Kanika Hotels offer you the choice of various wedding themes for that something extra on your memorable day Blue Paradise - Elias Beach Hotel 5

4 The notion of planning a wedding overseas in a sunny and romantic destination - such as Cyprus - is increasing in popularity. And on this special occasion, couples dreaming of a perfect wedding followed by a Mediterranean honeymoon want to know that their wedding plans are in good hands. This is where the name Kanika inspires confidence and trust. We can assure you that Kanika Hotels is where wedding dreams and wishes will be fulfilled...with the meticulous care, attention and respect that this very personal and long-awaited occasion deserves. Find out more about......receptions & dinners to make this a once-in-a-lifetime celebration... Olympian Gardens at the popular Olympic Lagoon Resort in Agia Napa... Get to know Our Exclusive Olympic Bay... Beachfront weddings at the Sunset Pier and Blue Paradise Beach & Restaurant at the Elias Beach Hotel in Limassol. Special features Romantic sunset celebrations at the new landscaped wedding venue, the Unity Terrace of the Alexander the Great overlooking the fishing harbour and the old castle in Pafos. Special Features......The Kanika Hotels Special Wedding Offers & Group offers...information & Documents not to be forgotten 7

5 Agia Napa OLYMPIC LAGOON RESORT & BAY Agia Napa is a colourful tourist hub in every sense of the word. Home to the island s most beautiful beaches and a pulsating nightlife, it s certainly a fun place to be! Olympic Lagoon Resort provides an escape for the wedding itself, and a haven of leisure throughout your stay and has recently become one of the most exciting and diversified holiday resorts in Cyprus. Olympic Bay is our luxurious boutique Hotel located opposite the famous 4-star Olympic Lagoon Resort in Agia Napa, and directly on the golden sandy beach, one of the finest beaches of Cyprus. The Olympic Bay was created for those who settle for nothing less than the best. Key features Olympic Lagoon Resort 4-star luxury resort hotel 100m from the golden sandy beach 40 minutes drive from Larnaka International Airport 282 rooms with 5 accommodation choices Large landscaped gardens with 7 exceptional pool areas and a man-made sandy beach 5 restaurant choices including all day dining café, indoor and outdoor restaurants and bars Extensive day and night entertainment programme for all ages Health Club, Beauty Centre, Spa treatments, Hairdressing salon Free wi-fi Beautifully custom designed outdoor wedding venues for banqueting and cocktail receptions Olympic Bay Luxurious Boutique Beach Hotel Located on one of the most famous sandy beaches of Agia Napa 40 minutes drive from Larnaka International Airport 19 Beachfront Superior Rooms featuring a series of luxurious VIP amenities Welcome wine or champagne and fruit Express VIP check-in Free wi-fi, Laptops available for hire Use of all facilities and services of the Olympic Lagoon Resort Fisherman s Village Superior room Serenity Health Club & Spa Royal Olympic Restaurant Olympic Bay: Beachfront Superior Room Civil Marriage Venues At the hotel, on weekdays, in a choice of 2 beautiful and romantic outdoor venues Agia Napa Town Hall / Town Hall gardens 3 km from the hotel, available on weekdays As days and times are subject to change, please contact the hotel directly to obtain up-to-date details before making any arrangements, at

6 Olympic Lagoon Resort... BEAUTIFUL VENUES Olympian Gardens A stunning fairytale scene, set within a sunken garden. A haven of romance has been created with small lakes and romantic waterfalls next to a charming little cave where bride and groom will be united in matrimony. This tranquil and private area also offers a beautiful backdrop for wedding photography. Theatre style seating arrangement up to 180 guests. Suitable for ceremonies, banqueting and discos. Aphrodite Venue An enchanting and romantic venue set within our pool area amidst fragrant blossoms and tropical palm trees. A picturesque and intimate setting perfect for a beautiful wedding service and memories to last for the rest of your life. Maximum number of guests theatre style seating arrangement up to 30 persons and standing up to 65 persons. Ideal for small ceremonies Limanaki Restaurant Located on an island in the middle of the pool this unique and exclusive area provides the perfect space to enjoy a wedding banquet. With the added advantage of being in direct sight of the spectacular evening shows, this venue offers a sense of privacy and a great atmosphere. Seated dinner arrangement up to 30 people. Olympian Gardens The Old Watermill Square On an island surrounded by water and palm trees, set within the beautiful landscaped gardens is an elegant marquee with flowing curtains and romantic lighting. This idyllic setting is the perfect area for a wedding banquet. Seated dinner arrangement up to 64 people. The Captain s Deck The Captain s Deck Olympian Gardens Limanaki Restaurant The Old Watermill Square A quiet and elevated terrace, set above its own small lake, this area overlooks the beautiful landscape of the hotel gardens and the watermill. This private space is an elegant and modern setting for a wedding banquet. Seated dinner arrangement up to 80 persons

7 Limassol Elias Beach Hotel Limassol is known to be the island s happy town! It is a bustling cosmopolitan business and entertainment centre that has it all. The Kanika Elias Beach Hotel is just outside of Limassol and is therefore ideal for those who dream of a wedding in idyllic surroundings, and a honeymoon full of fun and excitement! Key features Superior 4-star hotel Directly on a Blue Flag sandy beach 11 km from city centre 45 minutes drive from either Larnaka or Pafos International Airports 174 rooms offering Standard Rooms, Superior Rooms, Family Suites, Junior Suites, Executive Suites and Honeymoon Suites Formal restaurant, all day dining café/restaurant with theme nights, Cyprus Tavern, Japanese Teppanyaki restaurant and open air Beach Restaurant Lounge Café, Lobby Bar, Pool Bar and Beach Bar 3 outdoor pools, indoor pool, sports & leisure facilities Health Club & Spa, Hairdressing Salon Indoor and outdoor wedding venues, Banqueting room, outdoor reception area by the pool, Sunset Pier Extensive entertainment programme for all ages Free wi-fi Church Wedding Venues St Elias Chapel within the hotel grounds for Anglican weddings St Catherine s Catholic Church available on weekdays, 15 minutes drive from the hotel (prior registry wedding required) Civil Marriage Venues On the hotel s Sunset Pier or within the hotel grounds and gardens, or Zodiac terrace Limassol Town Hall, 20 minutes drive from the hotel, available on weekdays Honeymoon Suite Mokka Terrace The Havana Venue Sunset Pier As days and times are subject to change, please contact the hotel directly to obtain up-to-date details before making any arrangements, at

8 Sunset Pier Romance Overlooking the Sea ELIAS BEACH HOTEL As there is rarely anything more romantic than the Mediterranean sunset, we have designed the Pier to create an enchanting and unique setting for wedding ceremonies & receptions. Offering complete privacy, the Sunset Pier can accommodate up to 300 persons for dinner and cocktail receptions. Elias Chapel This is a picturesque private Chapel dedicated to St. Elias, located in a quiet area of the magnificent lush gardens of the hotel. A beautiful romantic setting flooded with warmth, love and sunshine, perfect for making this most important day simply unforgettable. Blue Paradise Only a breath away from the glittering water the Blue Paradise restaurant is an exotic getaway overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. The Blue Paradise area can accommodate up to 400 persons for private dinners and cocktail receptions. Whether guests are sipping champagne or savouring a sumptuous banquet, the waves will provide the softest and most inspiring music. Sunset Pier Europa Hall Indoor elegance and a Mediterranean spirit are united in the Europa Hall. This ballroom with its beautiful terrace offering uninterrupted sea views can accommodate 120 guests for a seated meal and up to 250 guests for a cocktail reception. A themed décor with matching flower arrangements will transform the fully renovated ballroom into a fairyland, complete with smart lighting to create the perfect ambience. Zodiac Terrace Closer to the facilities of the main building and overlooking the lush gardens, the Zodiac Terrace is an extension of the main lobby veranda, with the Mediterranean Sea in full view. This private venue can accommodate up to 30 guests can enjoy a served meal in this charming setting that can also host a cocktail party for up to 50 family members and friends. Elias Chapel Blue Paradise Europa Hall Zodiac Terrace

9 Pafos ALEXANDER THE GREAT BEACH HOTEL The district of Pafos is known as the legendary birthplace of Aphrodite. So it comes as no surprise that many couples choose this part of the island for their wedding in Cyprus - and our hotel, Alexander The Great, as their host. Alexander The Great has recently undergone a full-scale programme of renovations and upgrades, determined to to maintain its reputation as one of the best and most alluring hotels in Cyprus. Key features Superior 4-star hotel Directly on Blue Flag sandy beach in Kato Pafos 5 minutes walk from the harbour and castle, shopping and entertainment 15 minutes drive from Pafos International Airport 202 rooms, Deluxe Rooms, Superior Rooms, Superior Garden Cabanas, Royal Penthouse Suite Gourmet restaurant, lunch and all-day dining menu, buffet theme restaurant, Cyprus tavern, Garibaldi italian restaurant and a Japanese Teppanyaki restaurant Lounge Bar and Pool Bar Outdoor pool, sports & leisure facilities Health Club, Beauty Centre, Spa treatments, Hairdressing Salon Several Pool areas, sports & leisure facilities Free wi-fi Church Wedding Venues St Paul s Pillar, 5 minutes drive from the hotel, available Mondays and Tuesdays St George s Church on Coral Bay Road, 10 minutes drive from the hotel, ideal for smaller weddings, available Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays Serenity Pool Kiku Japanese Restaurant Deluxe Sea View Room Superior Garden Cabana Room Civil Marriage Venues The Hotel s new landscaped wedding venue Unity Terrace (up to 80 guests), available on weekdays Pafos Town Hall, 5 minutes drive from the hotel, available on weekdays As days and times are subject to change, please contact the hotel directly to obtain up-to-date details before making any arrangements, at

10 Pafian Sunset Weddings ALEXANDER THE GREAT BEACH HOTEL Unity Terrace Our new landscaped Wedding Garden invites couples to one of the most romantic and exclusive seafront wedding venues in Cyprus. The magical outdoor location offers uninterrupted, breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea, the Pafos fishing harbour and the Medieval Castle. The elevated location of the Wedding Garden includes a scenic terrace for the actual wedding ceremony. A small sunlit hallway over a miniature man-made lake with waterfall leads you to the private and exclusive terrace. The venue s elevated location guarantees a panoramic view across the Mediterranean Sea to the Pafos fishing harbour and the medieval castle ideal for an intimate wedding celebration in a magical setting. For a completely private celebration, adjacent function areas can host your cocktail or wedding meal. Make sure to consult your wedding coordinator about special packages and offers. Alexander s Terrace Unity Terrace This stylish lobby veranda allows guests to enjoy the panorama of Pafos s seascape, harbour and castle. Champagne & cocktails can be served here for all your guests, accompanied by the famous Pafian sunset sinking into the Mediterranean Sea. Corinthian Ballroom A beautifully designed banqueting hall adapted to cater for any type of wedding from a cocktail reception for up to 500 guests or can be discreetly divided to provide a romantic setting for hosting smaller sit down wedding meals or buffets for up to 150 persons. Unity Terrace Alexander s Terrace Corinthian Ballroom Unity Terrace The Corinthian Ballroom also leads onto a spectacular veranda with an amazing view of the Mediterranean sea, the Harbour and the famous Paphos Castle, for those preferring an a la fresco reception this is also an ideal option for a wedding venue

11 Our Special Wedding Offers At Kanika Hotels we also know how to persuade the couple to relax before the event and unwind after the celebration! To ensure that they enjoy every moment not only of the big day itself but also of the time they spend at Kanika Hotels before and after the wedding we have compiled a package full of romantic pleasures large and small. We hope they will contribute to lifelong happy memories of this special occasion! All couples celebrating their wedding at one of the Kanika Hotels will enjoy the following amenities with our best wishes: Upon Arrival: Room upgrade subject to availability Luxury bath amenities Complimentary services of a personal Wedding Coordinator to attend to the couple s needs Fruits, traditional Cyprus delights and a bottle of water On your Wedding Day: Local champagne, flowers and wedding balloons in room A surprise wedding gift For wedding receptions held in the hotel, a complimentary decorated bridal table will be offered During your stay: 15% discount on all treatments at the Health & Beauty Centres of the Kanika Hotels Free use of wireless Internet access Complimentary one-time use of sauna and jacuzzi A complimentary candlelit dinner for two and a Love Cake The morning after: Complimentary local champagne breakfast in room Wedding Group Offers 1. 30% discount of the accommodation rate for the wedding couple for every 15 full-paying wedding guests on Bed & Breakfast basis % discount of the accommodation rate for the wedding couple for every 20 full-paying wedding guests on Bed & Breakfast basis. 3. Free Wedding Cocktail Reception (a glass of local champagne and three canapes for each guest), when booking ten or more rooms for 7 nights or more and when the private wedding banqueting dinner is held at the hotel. Note: The above group offer is valid for the wedding only and cannot be combined with any other special offer. For group offers to be valid, a minimum stay of 7 nights is required for the whole group. The offers No.1 & No.2 stand only for the Alexander The Great Beach Hotel and the Elias Beach Hotel when the wedding couple should book directly with the hotel

12 Important information Marriage Licence The first thing to do upon arrival in Cyprus is to file an application to obtain a special marriage license. This allows couples to get married 3 full working days after the application is submitted. The application is submitted to the wedding clerk at the local Town Hall (Monday to Friday, before 10:00 hours) and must be accompanied by the documents listed below. Two witnesses are required in accordance with Cyprus Law the hotel can supply witnesses if necessary. Please visit our website to get known the fees of the marriage license Supporting Documents The following original documents must be either written in or translated into Greek or English and certified by the relevant authority or Embassy: Valid Passports Birth Certificates Notice of Marriage (completed by the Marriage Officer) Sworn Affidavit or Certificate of No Impediment signed by a solicitor or notary public confirming your marital status, i.e. divorced, widowed or single, and that you are free to marry. This document must be dated, signed and stamped by the issuing solicitor or notary public. Such documents are only valid for 3 months maximum prior to the date of the wedding ideally the document is best obtained between 8 and 12 weeks prior to the wedding date. The couple must ensure their validity at the time of application and on the actual wedding date. For residents of Scotland, a Certificate of No Impediment is acceptable. Your local registrar provides this. Important Ensure that the document has the words Solicitor or Notary Public or if it is on letterhead paper the heading must state Solicitor or Notary Public. The company stamp must also state Solicitor or Notary Public. Decree Absolute (in case of divorce) Death Certificate (in case of widow or widower) Adoption Certificate (in case of adoption) Validity of Marriage Certificate A marriage certificate issued in Cyprus is a legally recognized document. For couples from countries other than the UK, it may be necessary for your marriage certificate to be legalized. For this purpose the so-called Apostille stamp must be applied for from either the Ministry of Justice or the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Nicosia, Cyprus. There is no need to register your marriage when you get home. After the celebration of the marriage, the Marriage Officer will forward a certified copy of the notice of marriage to the local Embassy or Consulate of your native country. Should you misplace your certificate, you will have to contact the Ministry of Interior in Nicosia, who will issue a replacement document. If you wish to secure one or more certified copies of the marriage certificate, you may apply to the Registration Department of the Ministry of Interior in Nicosia. The charge for each certified copy is Euro (subject to change). Deed Pole Certificate (in case of a change of name) must be stamped by a solicitor Written Consent to be submitted to the Marriage Officer on application, if either party of the intended marriage is less than 18 years of age. This must be signed by the father of such party, or by the mother if the father is deceased or incapable of consenting, and failing that, by the legal guardian of such party. These requirements apply to British passport holders only. All other nationalities must refer to their respective government agencies for accurate information regarding the necessary paperwork

13 KANIKA HEAD OFFICE: P.O.Box 53029, 3300 Limassol, Cyprus, Tel: , Fax: , /KanikaWeddings