Where To Elope?
Getting Started Planning Where to Elope
Tips for planning your small wedding or elopement location!
Here is a quick guide on brainstorming the best place for you to elope!
Updated for 2024
Elopement Location Intro
Answering the big question that brought you here, “where should we elope?” It’s a struggle figuring out where in the world is the best place to elope and celebrate your commitment together. There are limitless possibilities and an unreal amount of beauty on our planet so we get that it can feel a little daunting at times. Well, friends, we are here to help hone in on your destination options and breathe a little life into your unique vision!
A quick note before you fully dive in: this is just to get you started with planning, we are here to help you with this process and guide you through the entire journey!
Dream Elopement Location Brainstorming
6 Elopement Location Planning Questions to ask yourself when dreaming of your perfect elopement spot:
What inspires you both?
Do you feel the most alive in the crisp mountain air? Or maybe you both love to sit by the riverside with a good book. How can you incorporate these into your day?What does the scenery look like?
Are you surrounded by tall pines, an alpine lake, a waterfall, your favorite cityscape, or maybe up in the mountains surrounded by craggy peaks?What are you wearing?
Are you planning on wearing traditional wedding attire? Maybe you want to be barefoot in the mountains, or hiking up to a specific lookout?Who is all there?
Will it be just the two of you, or your closest friends, family, and pups too?What is the temp?
Are you both more warm weather people or all about the moodiness of cooler and rainier weather?Are you doing an activity together?
Do you both want to hike on your wedding day? Do a little kayak adventure? Stop off at some breweries? Heli-hike? Snowmobile? Climb? Jeep tour some canyons? How does that fit into your location and the season?
Researching Your Elopement Location Ideas
Lean into your vision and start researching the best places to elope that fits your vibe from the previous questions.
Now you are starting to see a basic outline of your day come together. With this info, you can start researching places that truly fit your vision.
Take the time to consider things like:
Are there places nearby to stay in?
Are dogs allowed
What’s the average temperature during that time?
Can I do the activities I want there?
How accessible is it for family and guests?
How far is it from the airport?
Is there a nice restaurant nearby for our celebration?
Do I need a permit to get married there and are there any location restrictions?
After going through these you should be able to dive even deeper into the logistics of your day and see an even clearer vision taking shape, yay!
Finalizing Your Elopement Location and Booking
Confirm availability and start booking!
The last step is simply confirming availability, bookings, and permits to ensure your date is a good fit all around. Things like your Hotel/AirBnb, applying for your permit, hiring vendors, airfare, etc.
We can guide you through this whole process!
Still a little stuck and have no idea where to elope or maybe overwhelmed with too many ideas??! We got you! Our passion is helping you find your absolute dream wedding location! We will guide you through every step by sending you a comprehensive location guide of incredible places fully focused on your unique vision for the day. As well as sending you vendor recommendations, providing access to our exclusive planning guide, and being a resource to you, if you ever have a question or need more clarity on anything to do with your wedding day, we are here to help—consider us your wedding and elopement planning assistant!
We have SO many places to show you!!
IN THE MEANTIME, HERE ARE SOME OF THE BEST AND TRULY EPIC PLACES TO ELOPE:
ALASKA, US
The Last Frontier. This place is the epitome of adventure. Your journeys can take you to some of the most remote places in the U.S. The culture, wildlife, chiseled mountain ranges, volcanos, coastlines, rainforests, glaciers and rivers allow for endless adventure. Perfect for an adventure-filled wedding experience.
So many faves, but here are a couple to get ya started:
Photo by Alexander Schimmeck on Unsplash
PATAGONIA, CHILE
Known for its dramatic landscapes, craggy mountain peaks, abundance of glaciers, diverse wildlife and teal-blue waters I cannot thing of a more adventure filled place to get eloped than Patagonia.
Just check out these rad places:
ICELAND
The Land of Fire and Ice. If you are into huge af waterfalls you can walk right up to, volcanic rock, natural hot springs, lush greens, glaciers, incredible people and an overall incredible culture, check out the Nordic Island of Iceland for your elopement!
Some of my favorite spots:
WASHINGTON, US
Craggy peaks for days! But really, if you are looking for mountains, wildflowers and rainy coastlines, check out Washington in the summer for sure!
Specifically check out:
MONTANA, US
If you are looking for some easy views or want to head out for some incredible day/ multi day hikes in the mountains, Montana has something for everyone! The views of the Northern Rockies and teal blue alpine lakes are next level!
Image by Marco Meyer-Unsplash
ITALY
Italy has it all. From its epic mountains and coastlines to its great culture and food. You seriously cannot go wrong with choosing to elope in Italy.
Specifically check out these places:
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