We’re getting married!
Istanbul, Turkey
22.09.2024
Love free drinks? We do too!
Please join us to toast our happily ever after.
Are you attending?
Please respond by August 1st. We want you to be there, so please let us know if you’ll be confirming after this date.
Ceremony & Celebration
We’re vowing to put up with each other for life.
Will you put up with us (and our photographers) for one evening?
Wedding Ceremony
Sunday, September 22
At 4 PM
Location: Neve Shalom Synagogue
Dresscode: Black-Tie Optional Attire
How to get there: Şişhane stop on the M2 line of the Istanbul underground Metro or by bus
We ask you to be mindful of the time, as Istanbul is a big city and has long peak hours of traffic. We recommend you arrive 15 minutes before 4PM to find your sit and avoid interrupting the ceremony afterwards.
Wedding Reception
It’s time to party and make a scene on the dance floor!
Sunday, September 22
Cocktail at 7 PM
Dinner at 8 PM
Place: Conrad Istanbul Bosphorus
Dresscode: Black-Tie Optional Attire
Travel & Accomodation
Istanbul is a big city, each area offers amazing experiences.
But we do have some recommendations for you to enjoy your stay in the following areas:
Hotels
As the wedding celebration will be in this hotel, this is your best bet:
Other Hotels merely 10 minutes away, we always suggest you mind the congestion in Istanbul roads:
Dedeman İstanbul - Dedeman Hotels & Resorts International
Mövenpick Hotel İstanbul Bosphorus
Taksim square: You can check out hotels near Taksim Square, where you will be close to the wedding reception and to the historic old city attractions.
Galata: You can check out hotels near Galata where you will be close to the wedding ceremony and the famous Galata Tower.
Airbnb
Check the Airbnb and hotel options in the other popular neighborhoods (mentioned in the Tour below) and remember to plan your days around the same areas to avoid getting stuck unnecessarily in traffic.
Our Story
First meet
Like most couples abroad, we met through a dating app! Thanks to our Jewish roots, we connected in a friendly and easy way. Sara introduced Rudi to her Jewish community in Madrid, and all Sara's friends loved him instantly. Sara fell in love with Rudi's deep blue eyes, guitar skills and voice, while Rudi fell in love with Sara's smile, outgoing Latin personality and cooking.
First kiss
She kissed him! And it's been a beautiful relationship ever since.
Bride
Sara
Sara was born and raised in San Pedro Sula. She studied pharmacy back home and took a leap of faith when she moved to Madrid to continue studying and follow her dream life. In her heart, she hoped to find a nice Jewish guy to spend her life with, and of course, travel around Europe visiting new cities and sampling every signature dish.
Groom
Rudi
Rudi was born and raised in Istanbul. He went to Germany for his master's degree, then moved to Madrid to do his PhD on batteries. His job and love for the Mediterranean brought him to Madrid, but really, he hoped to find a nice Jewish girl to share his life with, travel the world and try different cuisines.
Captured Moments
Wedding Photos
We can’t get enough of ourselves.
So please tag all photos on social media with #SaraYRudi
The link for you to share your photos with us:
