A bride and groom on their Elopement in Iceland

Wedding Fact:

Renting a ball room, inviting 100+ people and throwing a huge party can be fun.

But it’s definitely not right for everyone.
And if it’s not right for you, that’s okay.

So, does any of this sound familiar?

  • You’ve never seen yourself celebrating a gigantic wedding, even though everyone else did
  • Getting married feels too intimate and personal to you, to share it with everyone else
  • Spending a fortune on a day you don’t even enjoy feels stupid
  • You don’t want to deal with the family drama that comes with it

Quite relieving to say it out loud, isn’t it?

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A groom and bride standing at the shore in Ireland on their wedding day

Let me tell you: I get it, 100 %.
You’re not alone with this.

Now instead: Dream.
Dream and let your imagination run wild.

It’s time to finally discover something that’s right for you.

A bridal couple dancing in Scotland

Imagine the greatest wedding ever.
Anything is possible.

What would you do?
Where would you go?

An Elopement allows you to create an experience that is 100 % yours.

No more rules, no more pressure, no more awkward traditions and no more expectations of others.

The world is your oyster and you get to celebrate yourself and your relationship in a way that truly matters to you and actually represents who you are.

Whatever makes this day your day is absolutely right and perfect.

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What eloping feels like

calm

silent

gentle

serene

idyllic

peaceful

soothing

mediative

epic

stunning

spectacular

exhilarating

phenomenal

breathtaking

extraordinary

awe-inspiring

  • A bridal couple on an adventurous hike on their Elopement in Sweden
  • A bride crying happy tears on her wedding in the italian Dolomites
  • Bridal couple in front of a huge waterfall in Iceland
  • A bride getting ready before her Elopement on Madeira
  • Bridal couple on a balcony in Barcelona enjoying their Elopement
  • A wedding couple enjoying the sunset in New York City on their Wedding day
  • A wedding couple enjoying their first dance after their wedding in Scotland
  • A bride and groom in Iceland on their Elopement Wedding Day
  • A bride and groom on their Adventure Elopement in Madeira
  • A wedding couple dancing in Edinburgh
  • A groom holding his bide close on their Elopement in Ireland
  • A bride and groom at sunset in the Seychelles on their Elopement

Think about this:

Remember the feeling of seeing a stunning landscape for the very first time?

Have THAT – on your wedding!

But what could your Elopement look like, exactly?

Hearing about “endless possibilities” might feel a bit overwhelming, I get it.

Going the traditional way would’ve given you an exact (but kinda boring) guideline to follow, since it’s all been done a million times before.

Now, with all the freedom an Elopement allows you to have, it can be surprisingly hard to come up with ideas sometimes. That’s what I’m here for though.

How about this, to get your ideas started:

  • Canoeing along scenic rivers in Sweden
  • Taking a helicopter to mountain summits in the Dolomites
  • Glacier hiking in Iceland
  • Rooftop dinner in New York City
  • 4×4 tour in the Australian outback
  • Chasing waterfalls on the Faroe Islands
  • Romantic gondola ride in Venice
  • Seaplane tour in Canada
  • Backpacking in the Scottish highlands
  • Two-day safari tour in a South African nationalpark

My Top 3 on my bucket list (chose one of these for your Elopement and I’ll name my first dog after you):

  • Horseback tour in Kyrgyzstan
  • Whale watching in Greenland
  • Watching Northern Lights on the Lofoten Islands
  • Campertour in Norway
  • Picnic in the French countryside
  • Desert Glamping in Marocco
  • Culinary tour through Barcelona
  • Watching penguins in Antarctica
  • Diving on the Seychelles Islands
  • Hot Air Balloon ride in Turkey
  • Elk safari in Alaska
  • Sailboat tour in Croatia
  • Skydiving in Mexico
A bride and groom dancing at night in Barcelona on their Elopement Wedding
A groom putting a ring on his brides finger in a forest on Madeira

And in addition to all the fun, adventurous activities:

You’re of course also getting married!

Somewhere along the way will be the most gorgeous spot for a ceremony you could’ve ever imagined. The place where your new and exciting life as a married couple finally begins.

This is where you’ll exchange your rings and get to say your vows – probably the most emotional and heartwarming part of an Elopement (and my absolute favorite).

4 out of 5 Elopement couples choose to only have a symbolic ceremony, because committing your life to each other is about raw and authentic feelings first and all the legal stuff second.

In many cases you could of course also legally marry in your Elopement country of choice though and I’d be happy to talk to you in more detail about this.

What makes a wedding a real wedding?

I’m a firm believer in the fact that your wedding day is when you say your vows, exchange your rings and dedicate your lives to one another – not the day where you sign some paperwork.

Taking care of the legal stuff at home later doesn’t take anything away from your Elopement (except for the stress of dealing with it) or makes it less meaningful.

Time for:

Your very own “we did THAT”-experience

that you won’t ever forget (and always brag about)

Photos unlike any other

“We’re not photogenic, we’ve never done this before”

Trust me, that’s what most couples think before their Elopement with me.

Every single photo you’re seeing here is taken of a real, normal couple. No models or professionals, just ordinary humans on one of their life’s greatest days.

All you have to do is be yourself and be present in every moment – I’ll take care of all the rest for you, don’t worry.

LET’S DO THIS
A bride and groom in a scenic forest in Sweden on their wedding day
A bride and groom dancing in the streets of Berlin on their Elopement day

And always: Experience first, photos second

Your Elopement will never feel like an all-day photoshoot

Because this is not what an Elopement is about. Instead it’s about you, the celebration of your relationship and your life-long journey that lead to this moment.

You get to fully experience every second of this joyful adventure without being forced into unnatural poses. Instead of looking into a camera, you’re looking at each other and at the extraordinary place that you’re in.

I will gently guide you throughout your whole Elopement to make you feel comfortable, capture the real you and document everything exactly as it happened.

Your photos are one of many parts of your Elopement, not the main focus.

Your last burning questions answered

When you inquire, I’ll get back to you within 48h and you’ll receive a link to schedule a free consultation call with me. You won’t make any decisions until after our call though, don’t worry.

If you then decide to book me, we’ll sign a short contract and a deposit will need to be paid to secure your date. Afterwards I’ll get started on planning your Elopement with you.

I probably cover at least 90 % of my Elopements for a full day – without an hourly limit, so we never need to check the time. Possible coverage ranges from 4-hours to multi-day though.

I offer various options for Elopements in Germany, Europe and Worldwide. You can find out all about my packages & pricing here.

Every Elopement is different, but it usually looks something like this:

After you start your day well-rested with a long breakfast, I join you for your Getting Ready. Then we head to the first 1-2 locations that we’ve selected in the weeks prior and then grab some lunch along the way. Perhaps you’ve also chosen one of the many possible activities for this time (see above).

In the late afternoon it might finally be time for your ceremony, your vows and some more photos at sunset.

If the spirit of adventure takes hold of you and you love the idea that a shared hobby or something else that connects you can be part of your wedding, then a second day might be the perfect thing for you.

It could include photos at sunrise or yet another activity of your choice. Imagine climbing mountain peaks together, discovering your dream location from the water, or off-roading through the vastness of nature, all captured as part of your epic story!

No, you don’t. If hiking is your thing – great, let’s absolutely include that and hike to an epic place!

If it isn’t, don’t worry. I’ll create a timeline for you that includes locations that are easy to get to and don’t require any hiking at all.

100 % yes! There’s no rule that states that an Elopement has to be with just the two of you. If you want to bring some witnesses for your ceremony, your closest friends or maybe some family members, go ahead. Or bring your dog. Please bring your dog.

Close your eyes and think about the greatest place you’ve ever been to. Or just think about the word Adventure Elopement and see what’s the first thing your mind comes up with.

Choose a location that may have significance for you. It could be your dream destination for many years, the most beautiful vacation spot you’ve shared, or a country where you somehow feel at home.

Need some help with this? I got you. Then this will be the first thing we talk about in our call.

That depends. For a symbolic ceremony, no. You could of course hire someone local for this or even ask a friend (that’s what I did for my own Elopement).

A legal ceremony requires someone who’s authorized to officiate it and some paperwork though. If getting legally married in your Elopement country is what seems right to you, we’ll talk about this in more detail.

Could make for some epic photos, don’t you think? But of course it’s still part of my job to always have a plan-b in case anything comes up.

Our schedule for your day will always allow us to easily change things around if necessary. For international Elopements I often stay in the area for another back-up-day before flying home anyway, just in case. This way we’re prepared for anything.

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A groom and bride at a waterfall in Iceland on their Elopement

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A couple getting married in Portugal with an Elopement