the details…

Venue - Altinkum Beach

*You may notice this is a different venue then previously* We've decided to change the venue, and now everyone will be able to stay in one location without needing to travel between the ceremony and reception. Altinkum Beach, located on the stunning western Aegean coast of Turkey, offers breathtaking sunsets, making it the perfect spot to spend the entire evening together.

  • The ceremony will take place on September 20, 2025 - we will send the exact time, and itinerary for the entire day closer to the wedding. We wanted to give everyone an opportunity to receive the invite and plan to make the trip if they so choose to in advance.

  • After the ceremony, we will have dinner, drinks and dancing into the evening to celebrate!

Travel

Getting from Canada to Ayvalik, Turkey, typically involves a few steps which we have outlined here, if you have any questions feel free to reach out, and we will do our best to help and offer support!

  • You will first fly into Istanbul, as it’s the main international gateway to Turkey. Several airlines offer direct flights from major Canadian cities like Toronto, Vancouver, and Montreal to Istanbul.

  • You can take a domestic flight to Edremit (also known as Koca Seyit Airport), which is the closest airport to Ayvalik.

  • Upon arrival at Edremit, depending on when you arrive, we can make arrangements to bring you to Ayvalik, or alternatively you can take a taxi or shuttle service which is about a 45-minute drive.

  • Once in Ayvalik, you can explore the town on foot, use local buses, or hire a taxi for more convenience.

Accomadations

Ayvalik, offers a diverse range of hotels from luxurious seaside resorts with stunning views of the Aegean Sea to charming boutique hotels nestled in the town's historic centre. Some listed below are closest to venue and where we will be staying!

  • CasaLyma Ayvalık is located in Ayvalık, in the Ayvalik City Center district. Among the facilities at this property are room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is 500 yards from the city center.

  • Offering a garden, an outdoor pool and a sun terrace with stunning sea and nature views, D - Resort Ayvalık is located in a peaceful area of Ayvalık. The property has a private blue flag beach. All rooms come with garden, nature or sea views. Free WiFi access is available throughout the premises.

    Ayvalık's centrum is 14 km from the property.

  • Located 1.4 miles from Sarimsakli Beach, Tabiat Park Hotel Ayvalik offers 4-star accommodations in Ayvalık and has a garden, a terrace and a restaurant. The hotel features family rooms. A buffet breakfast is available each morning at the hotel.

    Located 4.6 km from downtown.

  • Set in a historic and traditional soap making factory, 150-years-old building, Orchis Butik Hotel features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi throughout and a street café. Property is located at the central Ayvalik. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant.

    There is a 24-hour front desk at the property. Guests can visit Cunda Island via boats departure every hour from Ayvalik Port, 164 feet away. Local public transportation is also available to Cunda Island. Tour boats at the pier are within a walking distance. Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including snorkeling and diving.

our story…

Hello everyone! We’re thrilled to share our wedding journey with you - Let us introduce ourselves in case you only know one of us!

Jessica was born in Prince Edward Island and grew up in Whitecourt, Alberta. She loves all things design, photography, and beauty.

Tamer was born in Istanbul, Turkey, and raised in Vancouver, BC. He has a love for all things creative; whether it's art or music production, you can often find him in his studio!

Eventually, we both moved to Edmonton, Alberta, where we first connected in 2018, but life took us in different directions. Fast forward to 2023, we reconnected and discovered both love and friendship within each other.

Tamer proposed in Jessica's hometown of Prince Edward Island, so it feels perfect to tie the knot in Turkey with Tamer's family.

 We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Let us know if you can make it!

Please RSVP by April 30, 2025! Feel free to reach out below with any additional questions or concerns that we may be able to clarify for you!

Q&A

  • As we are so lucky to have a home and life together, we have decided not to request wedding gifts. However, if you would like to mark the occasion of our marriage with a gift, then we would be more than grateful to receive a contribution towards our honeymoon. More than anything, we hope that you can make it on the day, so please don't feel obliged in any way.

  • For our wedding, we would love for our immediate family and friends to dress in the colors of our wedding in a semi-formal style. Feel free to send us a message is you haven’t been briefed on this! For all other guests, please feel free to dress semi-formal in whatever you are most comfortable wearing. Your presence is what truly matters to us.