Ultimate Guide- How to Plan an Elopement in 2022 During an Ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic | Iceland Elopement Planner & Photographer

(2022 update inside.)
So, how do you plan your adventure elopement when the world seems like it is still slowly burning to the ground?

Holy wow, 2020 finally ended. It’s now 2021 and I’m sure most of us out here are thinking the same thing- “When is this all going to END?” I wish I had the answer for you.

But, I don’t, so I am here to offer you the next big thing:
a 5 step Ultimate Guide from an elopement specialist in the world of COVID.

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Best Iceland Proposal Adventures | Iceland Elopement Photographer

If you want your proposal to be more than just a memorable moment—if you want it to be a whole memorable adventure—then an Iceland proposal is the way to go!

Think about it. This is a moment that you and your partner will remember forever. It’s the moment when you tell the love of your life that you’re all in.

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How to Feel Empowered to Elope After the Pandemic | Iceland Elopement Photographer & Planner

Hey all you kool kats and kittens. How are we feeling? How are you surviving during this time of the pandemic? This unprecedented time has been rocking the world of adventure elopements so I’m here to rock it a little more. (In another direction).

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3 Steps: How to Plan Your Elopement During the Coronavirus COVID-19 Pandemic | Adventure Elopement Photographer & Planner

I want to start this off by saying, OH MAN do I feel for you right now. This past week has been quite a wild ride for the entire world and I have been helping my AMAZING, thoughtful, wonderful couples navigate this experience of the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) and their elopement.

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South Coast Iceland Elopement at Waterfall and Caves | Iceland Elopement Photographer

Libby and Tripp’s South Coast Iceland Elopement had everything (and more) that I’ve come to expect when shooting on the south side of the island—the epic scenery of the South Coast of Iceland, constantly changing weather, and an ever-changing playground of possibility.

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Glen Coe Scotland Elopement Adventure Session | Scotland Elopement Photographer

An adventure-style elopement photo session in Glen Coe, Scotland which is part of the Scotland Highlands. These ended up being some of my favorite photos, they’re absolutely breathtaking!

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6 Best Alternative Non-Traditional Wedding Dresses For Your Adventure Elopement | Iceland Elopement Photographer

So you want to Elope but want to know what other kid of bride attire is out there besides just a gorgeous white gown? Well I have 6 Alternative Wedding Dresses on the blog today! From color to vintage, to capes and knits, you won’t want to miss this one if you are looking for an alternative wedding gown for your day.

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Best 10 Reasons To Elope | Elopement Photographer & Planner

Choosing to elope might be the first big decision a couple has had to make together when it comes to the future of their relationship. Because of this, having the power & courage to elope is SO empowering. However, I know couples might have not committed fully to their elopement yet, they love the idea but have not put down commitment to start booking and planning

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Private Kirkjufell Mountain Iceland Elopement in Snæfellsnes | Iceland Elopement Photographer

This private Kirkjufell Mountain Elopement in Iceland was the perfect balance of laid-back and low key mixed in with big-sky romance.

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Best Elopement Wedding Dresses- The Ultimate Adventure Elopement Dress Guide

What dress to wear on your elopement is one of the biggest decisions to make when it comes to planning your elopement. This is a choice that is so personal and is one of the decisions that might take the longest when planning your elopement. There are a few factors to think of when choosing your elopement dress!

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A Rainy Iceland Elopement With DIY Details | Adventure Elopement Photographer

This rainy day Iceland elopement had the cutest DIY details. Eloping in Iceland is always a big adventure giving the most epic elopement photos, but sometimes the weather has a mind of its own. Which means being spontaneous during your elopement day will make the adventure event more unique.

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Do You Need the Getting Ready Photos Before Your Elopement? | Iceland Elopement Photographer

“Are the getting ready photos that important?”
I get asked this question more often than any other questions when working with my couples and building their timeline for the day with them.
I get it, more adventure on your adventure elopement just sounds more fun.

This is something most couples feel like they can skip but I honestly feel, in my professional experience, that my answer is always a ‘Yes!’.

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Culzean Castle Scotland Elopement | Scotland Elopement Photographer

Steph & Shane chose to rent out an entire CASTLE for their elopement! The Culzean Castle, in Scotland. They had a private ceremony, just the two of them, in the castle gardens. Having been friends for many years before they admitted to having secretly fallen in love with one another, eloping in a castle made perfect sense!

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How to Include Guests in Your Adventure Elopement- Ultimate Guide | Iceland Elopement Photographer & Planner

Elopements have done a really cool shift in the past few years and I am HERE for it. The fact that they are whatever-you-want-them-to-be now is something I seriously get behind. One of my personal values that I base my entire brand off of is “go against the grain, don’t do things because you should, and have fun doing it”. If your version of fun on your elopement is NOT running away in secret and IS including some guests to not only witness you being a badass on your elopement but so they can also be included in this badassery

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Búðir Iceland Black Church Elopement in Snæfellsnes | Iceland Elopement Photographer & Planner

The black church in Budir is a classic Iceland elopement choice and was perfect for this adventure micro wedding elopement with a traditional ceremony including their family and friends.

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Reykjanes Iceland Vow Renewal | Iceland Elopement Photographer

When a pair of wedding videographers reached out to me to photograph their Reykjanes Iceland Vow Renewal, I was ecstatic. Some people get nervous when other professionals in their industry want to book a session but I freaking LOVE it. Brandi & Josh, in true wedding professional fashion, even brought and set up their video equipment to film their sweet vows as they reaffirmed their love for one another.

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3 Reasons To Have a First Look on Your Elopement (and when not to) | Iceland Elopement Photographer

The first reason why you should have a First Look on your Elopement is that if you and your fiance are getting ready in different locations. Maybe you two are more traditional and haven’t moved in together yet. Maybe you two want all the anticipation of seeing each other for the first time all done up in your wedding attire.

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Reynisfjara Beach Iceland Elopement | Iceland Elopement Photographer

This LGBTQ+ Iceland Elopement at Reynisfjara was off the charts gorgeous.

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Elopement Style Guide for Grooms on Adventure Weddings | Adventure Elopement Photographer

Something rarely written about or spoken about is Elopement Style for Grooms and less feminine presenting folk, and I am here to change that!

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Iceland Elopement at Magical Waterfall | Iceland Elopement Photographer & Planner

My. oh my. Strap in friend-os because you’re about to witness the most awesome, epic, and perfect Iceland elopement. This elopement had everything: DIY dress made by the brides mother and grandma-in-law, a picnic at the top of one of the most SPECTACULAR & MAGICAL waterfalls in all of Iceland, a private ceremony in downtown Reykjavik then an ultra private vow reading ceremony at the top of a 405ft canyon, and even some Mars and Venus in between.

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