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Some might call this a blog. I call it the corner of my website where I share stories about real elopement adventures, spill behind-the-scenes wedding chaos, hand out (often unsolicited) advice to outdoorsy couples, and occasionally pretend I'm a travel guide.

Here you'll find muddy boots, last-minute detours, epic views, planning tips and honest thoughts about what it really means to have a wedding day that feels like you. 

Come for the inspiration. Stay because you got lost and now you're emotionally invested.

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46°52′N
11°01′E

Hochgurgl,
Austria

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couple silhouette in glacier cave

Deep inside the glacier - an adventurous elopement in Austria

46°28′N
11°39′E
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black and white photo of bride and groom in mountain landscape

The cost of a wedding vs an elopement - what you need to know

62°7'N
7°26'W
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groom wiping away tear from bride's cheek

What is an elopement? (And why you might want one)

47°17'N
12°9'E
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close-up of women hugging

How to tell your family you're eloping (without the drama)

56°13'N
4°51'W
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man laughing hard during wedding reception

10 tips for your wedding day no one else will tell you

46°49'N
9°17'E
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newly weds snowboarding and skiing down the mountain

10 epic & adventurous places to elope in Europe

50°55′N
1°42′E
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tiny couple standing in front of window in old factory building

Why an engagement shoot is always a good idea

46°33’N
11°42’N

Dolomiti,
Italy

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black and white photo of bride and groom kissing in front of helicopter

Intimate helicopter elopement in the Italian Dolomites

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Why you should renew your vows

47°22’N
8°33’E

Zürich,
Switzerland

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bride and groom standing under waterfall

From city hall to alpine adventure: Zürich civil wedding

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