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Serene Elopement in Mahe, Seychelles
Couple: Andrea and Jason, Ontario, Canada // 25 May Venue: Four Seasons, Petite Anse, Mahé, Seychelles Somewhere between designing wedding invitations and selecting floral arrangements, Andrea and Jason realized that the traditional, fancy affair...
My Wedding in Ocho Rios
Jamaica is lovingly known as the Land of Wood and Water, with as many beautiful beaches as tropical jungles. Pleasant temperatures year round and epic natural wonders to behold, Ocho Rios is nothing short of paradise and the perfect elopement destination....
Beautiful Beach Elopement in Ocho Rios, Jamaica
Couple: Shandi and Jon, Houston, USA // 21 Jul Venue: Private Beach, Ocho Rios, Jamaica Dreaming of a beautiful, barefoot, beach wedding in a tropical paradise? You will be when you see this laidback and lovely elopement in Ocho Rios, Jamaica!...
Ocho Rios Travel Guide
Steel drums, stunning waterfalls, and cream colored beaches; the stuff that dreams are made of. With so many natural wonders to explore and adventures to be had it’s hard to pick favorites, but here are a few choice sights, bites, tips and tricks for my adored...
Picturesque Elopement in Paris, France
Couple: Kerrie-Anne and Nathan, Adelaide, Australia // 2 Jul Venue: Le Palais Royale Gardens, Paris, France A stunning ceremony in a cozy corner of Le Palais Royale Gardens and a degustation dinner at Le Jules Verne in the Eiffel Tower. Ooh la la!...
Elope to Ocho Rios
Ocho Rios Location- Jamaica, Caribbean Feature- Island, Beach Legal Ease- Piece of Cake Ambiance and Essence: Laidback, carefree, captivating, romantic and relaxed resort town Why Ocho Rios: From the moment you step off the plane to your last pina colada, you’re on...
Elopeonomics: How Much Can You Save by Eloping? (INFOGRAPHIC)
It’s no secret that you can save yourself major coinage by ditching the big wedding and opting for an elopement instead, but just how much? As it turns out, a small fortune! Couples in the U.S. are spending a record amount of money on their big day according to The...
19 Surprising Celebrity Couples Who Eloped
Bright lights, big names, small weddings. If you’re thinking about eloping, consider yourself in good company. Check out these stars who opted out of invitations, bridal parties and fancy fetes in favor of an intimate elopement… 1. Harrison Ford and Calista Flockhart,...
What Does It Mean to Elope? The Definition has Changed
elope /ɪˈləʊp/, verb eloped, eloping, elopement To run away secretly for the purpose of getting married with one’s intended spouse; to marry in a quick or private fashion, especially without a public period of engagement. Eloping often conjures up ideas...
How to Create an Elopement Budget and Save Money
Champagne ceremony on a beer budget? Most every wedding guru and guidebook will tell you that you need to create a working budget ASAP in your planning process, before you get bogged down in all the details of your big day. After the initial swooning and...
11 Steps to Plan Your Destination Elopement (INFOGRAPHIC)
Pick a destination, plan your elopement and be on your marry way... So you want to elope abroad, but aren’t sure how or where to begin? While it’s easier to plan an elopement than an elaborate wedding, there are still a few decisions to make and details to work out....
Passport News You Need to Know Now
Renew or Apply for Your Passports Pronto! You aren’t going anywhere abroad without a valid passport and it’s taking longer than expected to process applications this year, so you’ll need some lead time before you head out of town. Thanks to the ten year...
7 Convincing Reasons Why You Should Elope
Congratulations, you’re getting married! You’re probably wondering where to begin. Maybe you’ve shared your news and sized your ring but you’ve got oh-so many other tasks and decisions ahead of you. The struggle is real. You’ll be booking a venue, drafting a...
Elope to Lisbon
Lisbon Location- Portugal, Europe Feature- City, Beach Legal Ease- Possible Ambiance and Essence Colorful, charming, warm, welcoming, and a beautiful balance between old and new Why Lisbon Sandy beaches, barnacles and Pastéis de Belém; it’s no wonder the world seems...
Lisbon Travel Guide
Portugal occupies the bulk of the west coast of the Iberian Peninsula and Lisboa is it’s sunny seaside capital city. There are so many things to see, do, eat, drink and experience in Lisbon that it’s tough to boil down, but here are a few favorites from my trip along...
My Wedding in Lisbon
Lisbon is a city bursting with color, culture and loads of character. With plenty of opportunities for both exploration and relaxation it’s an ideal destination for an elopement. Part adventure and part extravagance, this is what my wedding day would look like if I...
Elope to San Sebastian
San Sebastian Location- Spain, Europe Feature- City, Beach Legal Ease- Symbolic Ambiance and Essence: Enchanting, sophisticated, upscale, indulgent, elegant and exclusive Why San Sebastian: If you’re dreaming of elopement that is elegant, opulent, and...
San Sebastian Travel Guide
Chic city scene? Check. Sparkling shoreline? Yep. World renowned cuisine? Foodies unite! San Sebastian has a little of everything and a lot to offer to even the most discerning traveler. Here are a few of my favorite sites and bites not to be missed during your...
My Wedding in San Sebastian
San Sebastian is an enchanting, upscale town on the coastline of Spain’s Basque country. This dreamy city is as well known for its picturesque scenery, as its world renowned gastronomy. If an exquisite and indulgent elopement is up your ally, this is an idyllic...
Enchanting Elopement in San Sebastian, Spain
Couple: Jo and Jonathan, Colorado, USA // 31 Mar Venue: Hotel Maria Cristina, San Sebastian, Spain What made you decide to elope? We eloped because we wanted to do something adventurous and exciting to celebrate getting married. Some of our very best memories over the...
