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Raya and Adhib dancing on the rocky shoreline at sunset, Thalassines Beach Villas, Ayia Napa
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Thalassines Beach Villas Wedding Photography

Thalassines Beach Villas is one of the most relaxed and private settings for a wedding on the Protaras coast — a small cluster of beachside villas built around their own marina, where the whole celebration unfolds at your own pace. For UK couples who want the freedom of a private compound rather than the bustle of a hotel, it is a quietly special choice, and one we know intimately from photographing real weddings here. As award-winning Cyprus wedding photographers based on the island, we love how a villa wedding lets us tell the story of a whole week, not just a single afternoon. If you are still weighing up the area, our guide to getting married in Protaras is a good place to start.

About the venue

Thalassines is a cluster of private villas built around a small marina just outside Ayia Napa. Each villa has its own pool and direct sea access, so the venue effectively becomes a private compound for the wedding party for the whole week.

Ceremonies typically happen on the beach itself or on one of the villa terraces overlooking the marina. The scale is intimate — this isn't a hotel ballroom kind of venue — but the privacy and the freedom to spread the day across the complex are the draw.

Pine trees shading a path down to the beach ceremony set-up at Thalassines Beach Villas

Why we love Thalassines

The multi-day rhythm makes a huge difference photographically. Welcome drinks the night before, the wedding itself, then a relaxed beach session the day after — you end up with a body of work that tells the story of a week, not just a single ceremony. If you are planning around the seasons, our guide to the best time to get married in Cyprus explains when the marina light is at its most flattering.

We shot Raya & Adhib's celebration here over several days and the variety of light, water and quiet villa corners gave us one of our richest Cyprus galleries.

Wooden fishing boat and thatched parasols on the beach seen through pine branches, Ayia Napa

Our approach to Cyprus wedding photography

At Beziique we believe great Cyprus wedding photography goes far beyond technical skill. It is about creating unforgettable experiences and timeless, beautiful pieces of art that capture every moment of your day.

Our style is documentary and emotional — we work quietly in the background, letting your day breathe so the real moments happen on their own. With more than fifteen years and over a thousand weddings behind us as a Protaras wedding photographer team, we know how the light moves across the marina and the beach through the day, and how to use the private corners of a venue like Thalassines to their full advantage as your Protaras wedding photographer. You can see the breadth of that work across our portfolio.

If Thalassines is one of several venues you are comparing, our overview of Cyprus beach wedding venues sets it alongside other coastal options, and couples after something a little grander often look at the Grecian Park Hotel or the seafront Cavo Zoe nearby.

White ceremony chairs set out on the sand beside thatched parasols as a guest looks on

Get in touch

No matter where you are in the world, we would love to hear from you soon. We would be delighted to talk through your plans for Thalassines Beach Villas and check our availability for your date — just drop us a line via our contact page.

Nick & Aimie

Ceremony chairs being arranged on the beach beneath a pine tree, Thalassines Beach Villas
Man in red shorts standing by the villas, seen past a blurred foreground
Rustic wooden welcome sign for Raya and Adhib's wedding hanging from a pine tree with fairy lights
Shaded garden path leading to the beachfront at Thalassines Beach Villas, Ayia Napa
Swimming pool with blue loungers and a thatched parasol among cypress trees at the villas
Thalassines Villas Sea Holiday Resort sign painted on a white wall
White-washed villa wall glimpsed between green trees in bright sunshine
Groom's black patent shoes hanging on a wrought-iron bed frame
Black-and-white photo of the groom's friends cooking breakfast in the villa kitchen
Bridesmaids helping the bride in a white robe as she gets ready in the bedroom
Bride in a white robe having her make-up done by a mirror beside a wooden wardrobe
Aerial view of white villas and blue pools at Thalassines Beach Villas, Ayia Napa
Bride smiling as a make-up artist holds up a powder compact and brush
Bride's hands decorated with intricate henna resting on her knees
Diamante bridal hair accessory laid on a woven seagrass surface
Bride's hennaed hands and feet in lilac flip-flops on a tiled floor
Sparkling bridal earrings resting on a woven rattan surface
Aerial view of the sandy beach and clear shallow water in front of Thalassines Beach Villas
Two smiling women holding a pastel rose bouquet in the bridal suite
Diamond engagement ring tucked into a crevice of weathered driftwood
Coastal scrub and wild grasses leading down to the turquoise sea near Ayia Napa
Black-and-white photo of the bride in a robe having her make-up applied
Bride dabbing on make-up, framed by a blurred wooden door
Wedding dress hanging in a garment bag against a curtained window
Smiling woman in a colourful patterned top holding a mug in the villa
Bridal bouquet of pink, purple and cream roses on white wooden slats
Bride in a white robe gazing out of the bedroom window, hair styled in soft curls
Bride in a white robe in the bedroom while a woman photographs her on a phone
Woman in a bright sari-style wrap fixing the bride's hair as she sits in her robe
Bride in a white robe sitting on the bed as a woman in a blue and yellow wrap adjusts her hair
Groom in a white shirt on the phone in a villa bedroom with a wrought-iron bed
Groomsmen in braces adjusting their shirts in front of a mirror
Groom in a waistcoat and purple bow tie getting ready with two groomsmen
Groom in a white shirt and navy trousers tying his shoes beside the bed
Black-and-white photo of a woman placing a hair piece on the bride's head
Raya in a white robe on a balcony overlooking the sea at Thalassines Beach Villas, Ayia Napa
Groom in a navy tuxedo and braces pulling on his jacket in the villa bedroom
Adhib smiling in a navy tuxedo jacket, bow tie and braces before the ceremony
Groom in a navy tuxedo and sunglasses standing by a white wall under olive branches
Groom in sunglasses fastening his tuxedo jacket in dappled shade, Thalassines Beach Villas
Groom in sunglasses adjusting his cufflinks beneath an olive tree
Groom and groomsmen in grey waistcoats lined up in the villa garden
White wooden gazebo draped with fabric and flowers on the beach by the sea, Ayia Napa
Beach ceremony set-up among pine trees beside the sea at Thalassines Beach Villas
Ceremony aisle on the sand framed by pine trees and the blue sea
Bride in a white robe smiling with bridesmaids in lilac on the balcony
Bride being helped into her strapless dress by bridesmaids in lilac
Bride in her strapless gown fastening a bracelet as bridesmaids in lilac get ready
Black-and-white photo of hennaed hands placing a jewelled headpiece on the bride's hair
Raya in her fingertip veil and strapless gown looking down by the window
Bride in a ribbon-edged veil glancing over her shoulder in soft window light
Bride holding a pastel rose bouquet beside a curtained window, veil over her shoulders
Wedding guest in a magenta embellished kaftan and fascinator in the villa garden
Groom in a tuxedo and sunglasses waiting by the flower-lined aisle and gazebo
Bride in her veil wiping a tear beside her father as bridesmaids in lilac look on
Black-and-white photo of the bride walking out on her father's arm
Bridesmaids in lilac gowns walking down a garden path beneath pine trees
Bride walking along the path to the beach with her father and a woman in magenta
Bride escorted down the sandy aisle towards the white gazebo as guests watch
Black-and-white photo of groomsmen filming the bride's arrival on their phones
Black-and-white photo of the groom greeting the bride at the end of the aisle
Groom seen from behind as the smiling bride reaches him at the ceremony
Bride laughing and brushing her hair aside as she meets the groom
Bride and groom during their beach ceremony with the sea and guests behind
Raya and Adhib facing each other at the beachfront ceremony with groomsmen beside them
Groom placing the ring on the bride's finger by the sea at Thalassines Beach Villas
Smiling bride holding her rose bouquet at the ceremony
Groom smiling at the bride during the exchange of rings on the beach
Groom slipping a ring onto the bride's hennaed hand as groomsmen look on
Bride and groom exchanging rings beneath a bright sky by the sea
Raya and Adhib sharing their first kiss as husband and wife on the beach
Confetti thrown as the newlyweds walk back up the beach aisle past cheering guests
Bride and groom smiling as guests shower them with confetti on the sand
Newlyweds smiling at each other with the sea and guests behind, Ayia Napa
Close-up of the groom holding the bride's hennaed hand
Bride's hennaed hand resting in the groom's, showing her wedding ring
Bride and groom smiling together at their beachfront ceremony
Raya and Adhib touching noses, the bride holding pink and purple roses by the sea
Groom resting his head against the smiling bride's beside a blue fishing boat
Bride and groom kissing under a pine tree with a wooden boat behind, Thalassines Beach Villas
Groomsmen in grey waistcoats and sunglasses goofing around on the beach
Bride and bridesmaids in lilac raising their bouquets and cheering by the sea
Groom holding the bride close as she smiles in warm evening light
Newlyweds embracing by the sea, framed by the branches of a pine tree
Raya and Adhib standing side by side smiling on the shoreline at golden hour
Bride in her veil leaning into the groom beside the sea under a tree
Groom kissing the bride's head as they stand by the water at dusk
Close portrait of the bride and groom cheek to cheek with the sea behind
Bride and groom on the rocky shore beneath a pink sunset sky, Ayia Napa
Newlyweds embracing on the beach at sunset, the bride's train spread on the sand
Groom kissing the bride's cheek on the shoreline in the last light of day
Bride and groom standing on a rock by the water at sunset, Thalassines Beach Villas
Couple embracing among rock pools along the shore at dusk
Raya and Adhib cutting their wedding cake under a thatched canopy
Guests gathered around the newlyweds for the cake cutting beneath a chandelier
Bride and groom beneath the draped gazebo lit by a chandelier at dusk
Groom kissing the bride's forehead under the chandelier-lit gazebo at night
Bride raising her arms in celebration as bridesmaids in lilac look on at dusk
Bride and groom laughing at the top table as a groomsman gives a speech
Bride and guests laughing during the speeches at the candlelit top table
Bride covering her mouth in laughter at the top table during speeches
Outdoor reception tables beneath pine trees strung with festoon lights, Thalassines Beach Villas
Groom giving his speech as the bride listens at the candlelit top table
Bride and groom walking into the reception under strings of festoon lights
Black-and-white photo of bride and groom dancing among guests
Groomsmen dancing energetically on the sandy dance floor at night
Groom and a groomsman laughing together on the dance floor
Bride dancing with guests on the dance floor at night
Bride laughing with guests, including a woman in a purple fascinator, during the party
Bride and groom's first dance on the sand under pine trees and fairy lights
Groom twirling the bride during their first dance as bridesmaids watch
Fireworks bursting above the newlyweds as they kiss in the dark
Bride and groom watching red fireworks explode in the night sky
Aerial view of the white villas and pools of Thalassines Beach Villas, Ayia Napa
Guests relaxing on blue sun loungers as one swims in the villa pool
Woman in an orange sari holding a plate of red and white flower garlands
Groom's family relaxing on sofas in the villa living room, seen from a doorway
Bride in a red sari and gold jewellery laughing as her make-up is applied
Close-up of a red embroidered sari with sequinned floral detail and a tartan-style border
Gold bangles and necklace resting on folds of a red embroidered sari
Round tables with white chairs set on the sand beneath pine trees by the sea, Thalassines Beach Villas
Plate of red and white flower garlands with two glasses, ready for the ceremony
Low red-cushioned seating under a thatched palm canopy on the beach
Thatched beach canopy dressed with red cushions and flowers for the traditional ceremony
Aerial view of round dining tables laid on the sand between pine trees
Groom's cream sherwani with gold trim hanging on a wrought-iron bed frame
Close-up of a gold fan pocket square on a cream sherwani
Gold embroidered slippers on a white bedspread beside a gold scarf
Groom in a white T-shirt reaching for his cream sherwani hanging from the bed frame
Groom fastening the buttons of his cream sherwani as a relative helps him
Older relative adjusting the groom's gold scarf by the bedroom window
Adhib in his cream and gold sherwani standing in soft window light
Groom in his cream sherwani standing beneath olive trees in the villa garden
Groom in his sherwani with his hand on his heart, smiling among olive branches
Women in bright saris and shalwar kameez getting ready together in the villa
Bride in a red and gold sari having her pallu arranged by an older woman
Women in colourful outfits dressing the bride in her red and gold sari
Raya in a red sari and gold maang tikka as relatives help fasten her outfit
Bride in a gold maang tikka looking down as women adjust her sari
Black-and-white photo of an older woman pinning the bride's sari
Bride in a red and gold sari and maang tikka framed by a white curtain
Bride glancing down at her sari by a sunlit curtain in the villa
Close portrait of the bride in a gold maang tikka, choker and red lipstick
Women in vibrant saris carrying an embroidered canopy over the bride by the pool
Bride walking beneath a canopy held aloft by women in jewel-coloured saris
Smiling women in green, purple and orange saris raising the canopy over the bride
Bride smiling beneath the embroidered canopy, surrounded by women in bright saris
Procession of women in pink, blue, green and orange saris crossing the garden
Black-and-white photo of women in saris dancing in procession beneath the canopy
Women in saris holding the canopy high as they escort the bride through the trees
Bride's procession under a gold-edged canopy among pine trees, Thalassines Beach Villas
Woman in a green outfit and orange sunglasses holding up the canopy in the procession
Bride laughing under the canopy with women in coloured saris all around
Procession arriving at the thatched beach canopy, seen past the bride's red sari
Bride smiling beneath the thatched canopy, framed by blurred flowers
Raya in her red sari seated on gold cushions under the beach canopy
Guests in bright outfits gathered under the thatched canopy as the bride waits on gold cushions
Groom's party carrying an embroidered canopy across the villa lawn
Men in kurtas and suits escorting the groom beneath a canopy along a sandy path
Groom in a gold scarf walking under the canopy with friends holding it aloft
Smiling guest in sunglasses helping carry the canopy in the groom's procession
Black-and-white photo of the groom in sunglasses walking beneath the canopy with friends
Groom and friends laughing as they hold the embroidered canopy overhead
Friends in suits and sunglasses dancing beneath the canopy in the groom's procession
Bride in her red sari smiling, glimpsed between two tree trunks
Groom in a cream sherwani and sunglasses arriving under the canopy with friends
Groom's procession led by men in purple and gold kurtas beneath the canopy, Thalassines Beach Villas
Raya in her red sari and gold jewellery smiling as she watches the groom arrive
Guests in sunglasses and kurtas celebrating as the groom's party arrives
Women in orange and teal saris laughing under the thatched beach canopy
Groom's procession arriving as guests film on their phones beneath the trees
Raya and Adhib embracing beneath the thatched canopy surrounded by guests
Bride and groom seated on red cushions under the canopy during the traditional ceremony
Couple seated on the red daybed under the canopy, framed by guests' colourful clothing
Hennaed hand pouring milk into glasses over a plate of flower garlands
Black-and-white photo of the groom feeding the bride during the ceremony
Bride feeding the groom a sweet beside an older relative under the beach canopy
Pile of colourful sweets and jelly hearts on a white plate
Groom laughing with his hand raised as the bride and a relative sit beside him
Relatives tying the bride and groom's garlands during the ceremony on the red daybed
Woman in a red sari adjusting the bride's garland as the groom watches
Black-and-white photo of the couple in flower garlands smiling at a hand mirror
Raya and Adhib wearing flower garlands, laughing as they look into a mirror
Bride's smiling reflection in a small hand mirror held up during the ceremony
Guests in rainbow-coloured saris gathered beneath the thatched canopy and chandelier
Close-up of the couple's joined hands, the bride's covered in henna and gold bangles
Bride and groom leaning their heads together, wearing red and white garlands
Couple in flower garlands holding hands, the bride's wrists stacked with bangles
Black-and-white photo of the bride and groom laughing together in garlands
Raya and Adhib in red and white garlands smiling at each other by the beach
Groom's hand clasping the bride's hennaed hand over her red sari
Bride in a maang tikka and garland gazing at the groom
Groom kissing the bride's forehead under the thatched canopy, Thalassines Beach Villas
Bride and groom standing in front of the red daybed beneath the canopy and chandelier
Detail of the couple's red and white flower garlands against her sari and his sherwani
Groom kissing the smiling bride's cheek, both wearing flower garlands
Bride in a gold maang tikka beaming as she leans against the groom's shoulder
Raya and Adhib in flower garlands facing each other under a draped beach cabana
Couple in garlands standing hand in hand beneath a thatched cabana by the sea
Older woman in a cream and red sari sitting on a beach daybed, looking out to sea
Woman in a red and cream sari seated on a curtained daybed on the sand
Two women in purple and yellow saris dancing along a garden path by the beach
Bride and groom walking hand in hand towards the beach, seen from behind
Groom nuzzling the bride's cheek as she smiles in her maang tikka and garland
Bride smiling at the groom, both wearing red and white flower garlands
Raya and Adhib in garlands smiling at each other by the sea
Couple in traditional dress walking hand in hand along the shoreline, Ayia Napa
Bride in a red sari and groom in a cream sherwani strolling along the water's edge
Newlyweds standing on a sandy spit surrounded by calm blue sea
Raya and Adhib walking hand in hand on the beach in their wedding garlands
Groom leading the bride by the hand along the shoreline at Thalassines Beach Villas
Couple walking along the beach towards the sea in late afternoon light
Bride and groom gazing at each other on the rocks, framed by branches
Bride seen from behind holding the groom's hand as he smiles on the rocky shore
Couple in traditional dress walking hand in hand along the rocks above the sea
Raya and Adhib leaning together against a clear blue sky by the sea
Bride and groom in traditional dress dancing on the sand at golden hour
Groom twirling the bride on the rocky shore at sunset, Thalassines Beach Villas
Bride on tiptoe kissing the groom among rock pools at sunset
Couple in garlands kissing on the rocky beach in the evening glow
Groom kissing the bride's cheek on the beach path, both in flower garlands
Guests dining at tables under pine trees as the sun sets through the branches
Thatched beach canopy glowing with fairy lights at night, past a lit lantern
Festoon lights strung through the trees above the illuminated thatched canopy at night
Platter of sweets and a gold basket on a table surrounded by twinkling lights
Platter of dried fruit and nuts glowing among golden bokeh lights
Bride in an ornate gold headdress and jewellery being dressed by relatives
Black-and-white photo of women preparing the bride in her gold headdress
Bride in gold jewellery seated in the villa as women prepare her for the evening ceremony
Guests dancing under festoon lights as smoke drifts through the night air
Black-and-white photo of the groom dancing among guests at night
Groom in a white robe and red cap lifting a tartan shawl from the bride's head
Bride and groom laughing on a red daybed, draped in a tartan shawl
Women gathered around the couple seated on the red daybed under the canopy at night
Bride in a gold headdress smiling, framed by glowing bokeh lights
Couple seated on the daybed as guests surround them under the chandelier at night
Bride and groom on the red daybed during the evening ceremony, surrounded by relatives and bokeh lights
Groom in a red cap and bride in a gold headdress holding hands over a tartan shawl
Women in orange and red cheering around the seated couple during the evening celebrations
Groom in a red cap smiling beneath the chandelier, framed by fairy lights
Adhib in a red cap leaning his head against Raya's as she smiles beneath a red veil
Fire performers spinning flames in the darkness on the beach
Shirtless fire dancers twirling flaming staffs at night
Fire performer holding two flaming torches behind glowing bokeh lights
Two fire performers juggling flaming torches in the dark
Fire dancer swinging a flaming rope above his head at night
Fire performer spinning a staff that leaves trails of flame
Two fire dancers performing with flaming poi on the sand at night
Bride wrapped in a tartan shawl beside a woman in orange beneath the lit thatched canopy
Bride in red performing a traditional dance as the groom watches under the canopy
Bride in a short red dress dancing before the groom in his white robe and red cap
Guests watching the bride dance for the groom beneath the thatched canopy at night
Guests gathered around the fairy-lit thatched canopy for the evening dance
Bride dancing under the canopy as guests look on beneath festoon lights, Thalassines Beach Villas
Bride in red dancing beside the groom as women in saris clap along
Guest raising his arms as the bride dances among women in bright outfits
Guests cheering and clapping around the dance floor beneath the thatched canopy at night
Raya and Adhib dancing on the rocky shore at sunset in traditional dress, Thalassines Beach Villas
  • Can we have our ceremony on the beach or at our villa?

    Yes. A symbolic ceremony or blessing can be held anywhere you like — a beach, a garden, a clifftop, a private villa or a vineyard — because it isn't tied to the legal paperwork. If you want your actual legal wedding outdoors, many licensed venues can host the civil ceremony too; your planner will confirm what's possible at your chosen spot. Either way, Cyprus's beaches and landscapes make a breathtaking backdrop.

  • When is the best time of year to get married in Cyprus?

    The most popular months are May–June and September–October, when temperatures sit around a comfortable 20–26°C and the light is soft and golden — ideal for photography. July and August are the hottest (often 32°C and above), so we recommend later-afternoon and sunset ceremonies in high summer. The shoulder seasons give the best light, while winter is the cheapest and quietest time to marry in Cyprus if you want an intimate, low-cost celebration.

  • How soon will we get our wedding photos?

    Your full, hand-edited gallery is delivered in approximately 6–10 weeks. Every image is individually edited in our signature documentary style — we never cut corners on the part that lasts a lifetime.

  • How long do we have to be in Cyprus before the wedding?

    There's no residency period, but you both need to apply in person at the town hall before the wedding. With ordinary notice you can marry at least 15 clear days after applying; a special licence costs more but lets you marry sooner — sometimes the very next working day. Most couples arrive about three working days early so there's time to sort out any paperwork. Our wedding FAQs explain the documents and fees in full.