Wedding with 500 guests at Hotel Marinela
Some time ago I had the pleasure of being a wedding photographer at a sophisticated wedding with 500 guests at the Marinela Hotel. The wedding was a true event, filled with elegance and style. All guests were dressed in a formal dress code, which complemented the luxurious atmosphere of the celebration.
The exciting moment before the start of the first wedding dance, in which the groom Radoslav steps towards his beautiful bride Sanya on the dance floor at their lavish celebration.
The rituals went smoothly and without any fuss, starting with the traditional request of the bride from her father, without any door-smashing or unnecessary noise. The hotel was perfectly arranged for the occasion, and the restaurant was lit in an exceptional way, which facilitated the wedding photography and contributed to the capture of beautiful shots.
A general shot showing the scale of the event – hundreds of elegantly dressed guests fill the beautiful ballroom of the Marinela Hotel for the lavish wedding of Sanya and Radoslav.
The bride was prepared and after the official part, she changed her outfit and hairstyle so that she could feel more free on the dance floor. The wedding began with folk songs and bagpipes performed by Nikolay Slaveev, which created a traditional and exciting atmosphere.
A touching moment from the folklore performance at Sanya and Radoslav's wedding, in which Nikolay Slaveev sings and dancers wave the Bulgarian tricolor flag on stage.
Among the guest performers were the Greek singer Andreas, as well as the Bulgarian pop artists Lucy and JJ. One of the most anticipated moments was the performance of Tony Storaro, who delighted everyone present with his hits. The wedding was also attended by the MP from the MRF, Mustafa Karaday, which added additional prestige to the event.
Sanya and Radoslav's wedding program continues with international participation - the popular Greek singer Andreas and his band entertain the guests with hot rhythms.
A unique moment in which Tony Storaro hands the microphone to the groom Radoslav to join in the performance in front of the happy bride and all the guests at the celebration.
The atmosphere is heated by Greek rhythms, with the bouzouki musician playing virtuously on the floor, and the groom Radoslav and the guests dancing sirtaki around him.
The only complaint I have is about the garden outside. It's not very photogenic, but we still managed to create some memorable photos thanks to the beautiful interior.
A modern group portrait of the newlyweds and their friends, taken during a wedding photoshoot in the garden of the Marinela Hotel. Photography by Simeon Salov.
Brides-to-be should keep in mind that with such a large number of guests, it takes about an hour just for the congratulations, which can lead to fatigue and sore legs.
As a wedding photographer, it was an honor for me to capture such important moments and contribute to preserving the memories of this unforgettable day. Wedding photography at Hotel Marinela is a real pleasure thanks to the excellent conditions and wonderful atmosphere.
