Event & Island Information
Symi Island is special to us, and we hope it will be special to you, too.
Symi has been Alex’s family’s preferred Greek holiday destination for over two decades. Since Casey and Alex’s first trip there in 2015, it has become the home to many happy memories - including their 2019 wedding and 2022 baptism for Kosta.
We’re excited to add another family milestone to the long list of reasons we cherish this special place.
Tuesday, June 2
Around the Island Boat, Swim and Luncheon
A full day of swimming and sightseeing upon Captain Yiannis’ tour boat, The Poseidon. Departing from the Symi Harbor (Yialos) at exactly 10 AM (please arrive and board by no later than 9:45 AM), the tour includes multiple swimming destinations around the coast of Symi in the Aegean Sea including a long luncheon with traditional Greek cuisine and a relaxing swim in the cove of Seskli Island.
To secure your spot, please Venmo 20 dollars to Casey or bring 20 dollars or euros the morning of.
What to bring: Swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, swim goggles (if desired), life vest/floaties (if desired). Food, snacks, and drinks will be desired, however, if you have dietary restrictions or allergies, please pack those as you need.
Wednesday, June 3
The Baptism & Celebratory Dinner
The Baptism Ceremony will be held at Panormitis Monastery on the Southern side of the Island. The monastery is accessible by car or bus from the harbor, however, we have coordinated boats to take guests from the harbor to the ceremony. The boats will depart for Panormitis at 9 AM Tuesday morning. Guests can expect to be returned to the harbor on the same boats by approximately 1 PM.
What to wear: The monastery has a modest dress code, please cover shoulders, knees and mid-drifts. Men should wear pants, though coats are not required. It will be summer weather, so please dress comfortably with the above conservative attire in mind.
The Celebratory Dinner will be held at Yachta, a restaurant in the harbor. Guests can arrive on foot, walking along the East side of the harbor. Pre-dinner cocktails will begin at 7 PM (sunset is at 8:22 PM), followed by a seated dinner and dancing.
What to wear: Have fun with your cocktail attire! We recommend you also bring sunglasses, as Yachta is a rooftop restaurant exposed to the sun until the sun sets.