A Sailboat Wedding Anniversary Off The Coast of Greece

Pregnant woman and man kiss on boat with cocktails

If this is not the most romantic idea for a one-year wedding anniversary then we don't know what is! Imagine sailing the Ionia Sea off the coast of Greece with your husband and your pregnant belly, soaking it all in only 2 months before your little one arrives. Tasty food options, clear waters, and sunshine for days. This couple's love for each other is radiating passion and romance! Take notes ya'll this is an anniversary you can't beat.

Kalampokas Fotografia photographed the day, and Phaedra Liakou planned every detail. You can see all the images in the full gallery.

Turquoise sea with boats and swimmers near white sand beach

Harbor scene of many sailboats docked on a clear day Woman floating in a turquoise ocean summer vacation

Bird atop a rocky isle in the sea under a pale sky

Coastal villa nestled amongst lush green trees by calm waters

The Plan

Woman in bikini with a white shirt and golden earrings

Dora & George said I do in Lefkada earlier this year but when the day came to celebrate their
anniversary and the fact that soon they'd become parents this fresh husband had a very special surprise in stock for the apple of his eye. With their baby on the way and Dora already 7 months pregnant George asked us to devise a way the two of them could enjoy a day meaningfully spent but also keep safe and far from the buzzing crowds of any destination.

Black and white photo of a loving couple embracing Couple on sailboat sharing food and enjoying the view

Our first thought, and the actual winner in our suggestions, was a private sailboat cruise across the
emerald green waters of the Ionia Sea, off the western coast of Greece and just to the east of the island of Lefkada. Those already familiar with modern Greek tycoon history will instantly recognize this destination as the private island of the late Greek shipping billionaire Aristotle Onassis, the island of Skorpios.

Woman in white on yacht enjoying sea view at sunset

Pregnant woman in bikini on a sailboat black and white

The Location

Romantic couple enjoying cocktails on a boat

A lavish patch of heaven, forested from south to north, featuring over 200 varieties of tree species, and laced with sandy beaches, three residences, a helicopter landing pad, and a boat quay owned by the family, Skorpios was also the site of his wedding to former the United States First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy.

Pink cocktails garnished with orange slices on a wooden board

Delicious oat bread loaves sliced on wooden board

Delicious blueberry tarts on wooden board

Its beauty is unique in the region while its remote ambiance and quietude made it ideal for our couple's cruise. Onboard the Elisabeth, the couple enjoyed one of the creamiest summer sunsets indulging in signature non-alcohol, blueberry cocktails created by our mixologist and a series of sweet and salty American pie treats from Mamalis Catering pastry chef, who based the recipes on a selection of local produce as well as Dora's favorite entrées and flavors.