The inaugural Destination Weddings Tourism Forum – Greece 2026 brings destination weddings to the forefront of tourism strategy discussions in Greece. Organized by the Greek Destination Planners Association (GDPA), the Forum spotlights the sector’s growth potential, economic impact, and role in shaping destination positioning.
Date: April 29, 2026
Venue: Aigli Zappeiou, Athens, Greece
In recent years, the global destination wedding market has expanded rapidly, driven by growing demand for high-value, experience-led travel. Typically involving multi-day stays, curated events, and authentic local experiences, destination weddings generate extended visitor engagement and significant economic value for host destinations. As a premium tourism segment, they offer Greece a timely opportunity to strengthen its positioning and competitiveness in the international tourism landscape.
The Forum highlights destination weddings as a strategic tourism segment with both national and local implications. By presenting industry insights and the latest trends, and by engaging international experts alongside key national stakeholders, it fosters informed dialogue and supports the development of a coherent strategy that will enable Greece to capitalise on this fast-growing market.
Dear Colleagues and Partners,
It is a pleasure to welcome you to the inaugural Destination Weddings Tourism Forum – Greece 2026, an initiative of the Greek Destination Planners Association (GDPA) and Greece’s first platform dedicated exclusively to wedding tourism as a strategic tourism segment.
Over the past decade, destination weddings have evolved into a dynamic, high-value sector of global travel, generating significant economic activity and strengthening destination positioning. For Greece, with its exceptional natural beauty, cultural depth, and hospitality expertise, this segment represents a timely strategic opportunity.
Through this Forum, we aim to highlight international trends and market insights while fostering a forward-looking dialogue on how Greece can further develop and strengthen its presence in the global destination wedding landscape. By convening policymakers, destination authorities, tourism professionals, and international experts, we seek to build a shared understanding of both the opportunities and the challenges ahead.
We look forward to a meaningful exchange of ideas and to shaping together the next chapter of wedding tourism in Greece.
With sincere appreciation,
Thomas Politis
President, Greek Destination Planners Association (GDPA)
The Forum offers a unique opportunity to:
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Join us for a morning of insights, connections, and meaningful exchange.
The Greek Destination Planners Association (GDPA), founded in 2020, is the professional body representing destination wedding planners in Greece. The Association works to elevate industry standards, promote best practices, and strengthen Greece’s position as a premium wedding and event tourism destination. Through collaboration, ethical business practices, and continuous knowledge sharing, GDPA supports the sustainable growth of the wedding and event ecosystem across the country.
Our Mission: To promote weddings and events in Greece as high-quality tourism experiences while supporting professional excellence, industry collaboration, and Greece’s international visibility as a leading destination for social and corporate events.
For more information, visit the GDPA’s official website: https://destinationplanners.gr/
The Forum is supported by organisations and partners that share a common commitment to advancing Greece’s positioning in the global destination wedding market.
Supporting partners will be announced soon.