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The presence of phones, devices, and social media is everywhere, and at a destination wedding or elopement is no different. But when planning for an event where you’re consciously bringing loved ones together, the tricky question rears up: Imagine a luxury elopement where true indulgence isn’t just about opulence, but about time. It’s time to […]

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Unplugged and Unforgettable: Why Digital Detox Elopements Are the Ultimate Luxury

The presence of phones, devices, and social media is everywhere, and at a destination wedding or elopement is no different. But when planning for an event where you’re consciously bringing loved ones together, the tricky question rears up: Imagine a luxury elopement where true indulgence isn’t just about opulence, but about time. It’s time to […]

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The Modern Luxury Elopement Journey: A Multi-Part Celebration

As you create the wedding experience that aligns with your love story you want something that feels like you. A traditional wedding fanfare, or, an opulent elopement, understandably, feels inauthentic. What if there was an alternative idea: a modern luxury elopement. Read on to see how you can create a modern luxury elopement. Read Time: […]

Elopement ceremonies can include lots of ideas. This one had a hand-fasting knotting ceremony with a teal ribbon as seen in this image.

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2025 Elopement Ceremony Ideas from Real Couples

Are you looking for elopement ceremony ideas? The beauty of eloping is that there are no rules. When you decide to not let tradition dictate how your wedding goes, you’ve got a completely blank canvas. You can design and plan an experience that is the best thing for you & your partner.  So, before I […]

Couple holds hands while family smiles behind them in the forest.

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Elopement Planning from a Parent’s Perspective: A Love Letter to the Parents of Eloping Couples

Seeing your child get married is a huge, huge moment for any parent. You’re proud to see them start a life with their love, excited to gain new family members, and SO SO READY to get your celebration on with them! But what happens when your child tells you they’re planning to have an elopement, […]

This is a picture of the impact from Hurricane Helene's destruction and power.

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How to Adjust Wedding Plans: A Wedding Planner’s Guide to Rescheduling, Relocating, and Navigating the Impact of Natural Disasters

It’s very nuanced, but the question on so many couples’ minds right now… Unprecedented Impacts Unfold Hurricane Helene wreaked havoc across 800 miles of the southeastern U.S. on September 26th, 2024, causing destruction in regions and (maybe) your wedding plans. If you are wondering how to adjust wedding plans after Hurricane Helene because your event […]

This is a picture of a bride and groom walking up to their unique microwedding accommodations

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11 Common Questions About a Treehouse Elopement

Well, let’s start at the very beginning because… Planning a treehouse elopement can be both magical and unique, but it also comes with specific questions couples need to consider. From understanding the capacity limits to managing accessibility, and even planning around unpredictable weather, treehouse weddings are an enchanting yet detailed experience. Whether you’re envisioning an […]

This is a picture of a treehouse wedding venue that is an a-frame cabin.

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Logistics of a Treehouse Wedding: What You Need to Know!

If you want a perfect blend of adventure, intimacy, and a completely unique setting, you need to check out a treehouse wedding. (I mean, look at this as an venue option!!!) As an adventure elopement photographer, I’ve captured many unforgettable moments in all kinds of places & magical hideaways and treehouses can totally take the […]

This is a picture of Alaska mountains. These mountains are green and brown.

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The Complete Alaska Elopement Package Guide

If you’ve ever (or, never!) been to Alaska and think an adventure wedding might be for you, then the best next step is to explore Alaska elopement packages because this state has us all swooning! It’s welcoming people, the undiscovered wild, and the endless adventure…it is ALL ready for your love story to take its […]

This is a picture of a wedding dress hanging from the window of an abandoned castle in the woods.

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Treehouse Wedding Vendors for Your Enchanting Microwedding

A treehouse, glamping or unique cabin wedding, even if it’s a microwedding, is an invitation to adventure, intimacy, and pure magic. Imagine exchanging vows amidst the rustling leaves, high above the ground… Returning from vows in the wild to a beautiful glamping tent nested into the stunning surrounds… Or, “I Do”s whisked into the breeze […]

This is a picture of a bride and groom sitting together in the sunshine on the edge of a cliff during their tennessee elopement.

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The Greatest Guide to Eloping in Tennessee

Looking for an unforgettable elopement experience? Eloping in Tennessee is something to highly consider. If you want to elope amidst incredible views, like rolling hills and lush landscapes, adventure big without losing the sweetness found in a small town, and create the warmest of memories that only the South can do….Tennessee has it all! If […]

This is a winter Chattanooga elopement. This picture is the bride and groom bundled up in the snowy forest next to a ice covered wall where they had hoped to climbing

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4 Mistakes to Avoid when you elope in Tennessee

If you want to elope in Tennessee, keep an eye out to not to make these 4 mistakes. I don’t like to highlight the negative, but these mistakes need to be highlighted. They can be made easily and lead your wedding to take a turn for the worse! So let this blog and my nerdy […]

This is a picture of two men laying in a tub together outside. They are fully dressed and laughing together.

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The Secret to a Perfect Elopement Timeline

One of the biggest decisions to be made when planning a wedding celebration is the timeline. An elopement timeline is a crucial part of creating the wedding experience that is best for you. There is one major secret I have in creating the ultimate elopement (or even traditional wedding) timeline! If you’re needing experienced insight, […]

This is a picture of a bride and groom cheers-ing on a mountain after their elopement ceremony. This couple decided to elope in Georgia.

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The Quick Guide on How to Elope in Georgia

Sound the alarms…YOU’RE ENGAGED!! I am so excited for you! Once that ring slides into place (if a traditional engagement is your style) the questions start flooding in. When is the wedding? Where will the wedding be? Who will be involved? It can be overwhelming! I’ve done you a little favor and created a guide […]

photographer in the Southeast for hiking adventure elopements with family

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4 Ways to Plan to Elope with Family!

When you think of an elopement, what do you think of? For some couples, a “Just Us Two” adventure sounds just right 😀 But, for lots of couples, there’s something critical missing from that story—the warmth of celebration with loved ones throughout the adventure… The laughs on the hike, hugs, loving words, and gentle support that come as they share this beautiful experience with those they treasure most. For this moment to make their soul tingle, there needs to be the option to elope with family… but how????

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MEET KATE

Principal Photographer & Planner

I plan luxury destination elopements that are neither preceded nor replicated.  

Search these remarkable landscapes, and you won’t see a parade of identical wedding photos.

I believe the world is too extraordinary for a borrowed plan.

My passion for unique global travel, belief that anything is possible, and mantra that meaningful experiences can’t be rushed are the foundation of how I support you.

Share how you want your wedding to feel, and I’ll create options as original as your love story—capturing images of every unforgettable moment.

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WHERE will your WEDDING take YOU?

 The day was amazing and it was everything we had dreamed it to be! We started the planning process knowing only how we wanted the day to make us feel, and with Kate's help, we achieved that. 

-Anna Love

Family-Inclusive Adventurous Wedding