The Akamas municipality hosted between 700 and 750 civil marriages in 2024, generating approximately €420,000 in revenue, according to marriage officer Stella Demetriou.

Speaking to the Cyprus News Agency (CNA), Demetriou described the year as satisfactory despite a decline from 2023, when the municipality officiated 800 weddings, earning €500,000.

Bookings for 2025 are already looking promising, with figures on track to match 2024. The municipality is also accepting reservations for 2026, and early indications suggest that next year’s bookings will surpass those of 2025, she added.

The majority of couples choosing Akamas for their civil weddings come from the UK, which remains the municipality’s largest market. Other couples travel from countries such as Russia, Poland and other parts of Europe.

However, Demetriou noted a decline in couples from Israel due to the current situation in the Middle East.

While some ceremonies are held at city hall, most couples opt for outdoor locations. The most popular venues include the Peyiotisses fountain, the sea caves in Peyia, and various coastal hotels and estates specially designed for civil ceremonies.

Demetriou said that the Akamas municipality actively promotes itself as a wedding destination at international trade shows in order to attract tourism to the area.