Plan your elopement like you’d plan your honeymoon!
Elopements aren’t a spur of the moment, rush down to the courthouse kind of thing, anymore. An elopement is as much your WEDDING DAY as a traditional style wedding is! Don’t let anyone tell you any different!
Top 5 Mistakes Couples Make When Planning Their Elopement
For your elopement, you could…
explore a place you’ve never been before. Maybe you’ve had Estes Park, CO or Joshua Tree National Park on your travel bucket list, but you’ve never been there before. Why not go there for the first time ever as a couple for your adventurous wedding?! Talk about a way to make an incredible memory!!
go somewhere meaningful. What if the first time that you two ever took a vacation together, you went to Gatlinburg, and the Smoky Mountains? It still brings a smile to your face when you think about your time together, and how the whole time, you were thinking, “OMG, THIS is the one. I’ve found my person.”
find a place with romantic views. I’m sure if you look on your Pinterest board, or back through your screenshots, you have a picture saved of that one place that you can picture being at complete peace. Nothing but you, the love of your life, and those killer views. Did you know that you can get married in a National Park?
get married at a secluded Airbnb. How easy and cozy would that be? Imagine waking up on your wedding day in a beautiful cabin, getting ready, stepping outside to say your vows with just the sounds of nature. It could be anywhere, Kentucky…Tennessee…Utah… See what I mean? Just start DREAMING.
hike to a gorgeous waterfall. I happen to have hiked to quite a waterfalls in Tennessee, Kentucky, Illinois that would make the best private wedding ceremony location…
say your I do’s at the base of a mountain. Can you imagine what your wedding photos would look like with mountains in the background?? That would certainly be a memory that you’d cherish forever.
exchange vows on the beach. Can’t you just see yourself kissing your husband or wife for the first time as Mr. & Mrs. in front of a sunrise or sunset on a beach? And you don’t have to just choose an ocean beach. You could find a secluded little lake with a beach, or head to one of Michigan’s Great Lakes.
The list is endless! And that’s just a few location options. We haven’t even discussed all of the different activities that you can do for your elopement day. That’s what I love about elopements. It brings the focus back to where it should be. ON YOU. So wherever you choose to get married, make it about you and your partner.
After all, it is YOUR day!
I’d love to chat with you about how we can bring your vision to life!
FacebookPin Mady & Ezekiel’s Hiking Elopement In Tennessee | Cedars of Lebanon State Park Cedars of Lebanon State Park quickly rose to the top of my list for best places to have a hiking elopement in Tennessee after photographing Mady and Ezekiel’s wedding there. Just a short drive from Nashville, this park offers peace, tranquility,…
Can you elope in a National Park? Yes. But, if you’re dreaming of an intimate elopement in a national park, it’s important to know that most national parks require permits for elopements. The National Park Service (NPS) requires permits for all commercial filming and photography activities in national parks. This includes elopements, as well as engagement photos, and wedding portraits. The permit process can be complex, so it’s important to start planning early.
FacebookPin Colorado Summer Elopement- Marissa & Janiel’s Gallery Marissa and Janiel’s Colorado summer elopement was so beautiful that we needed two days to fit everything in. These two nature-loving cuties kicked off their adventure with a 4×4 ride to Emerald Lake that was bumpier than a teenager’s first attempt at parallel parking. Mother Nature, clearly…
FacebookPin Glacier National Park Elopement Guide Jaw-dropping views? Check.Crystal-clear lakes? Check. Endless opportunities for exploration? Check! Ahh, Glacier National Park, a place where stunning landscapes and outdoor adventures await. With over 700 miles of hiking trails, towering peaks, glittering glaciers, this park isn’t just a backdrop for your vows, it’s a playground for nature lovers!…
Embark on an extraordinary journey with our guide to eloping and including family in every step. From virtual celebrations to surprise elements, discover how to create a unique love story that embraces adventure and cherishes the bonds that matter most. Dive into our blog for expert tips on crafting an elopement experience that’s as inclusive as it is unforgettable. Say ‘I do’ your way!
What better way for a Tennessee couple to celebrate their love and shared passion for the outdoors than with a hiking elopement wedding in Cedars of Lebanon State Park? It’s truly a hidden gem in the heart of Tennessee.
