Destination Elopement: How To Do It + All-Inclusive Packages
When it comes to pulling together a destination elopement, there are so many things to consider. Where? When? How many guests? Guests at all? And then there are the destination-based questions of where to stay and what vendors to hire; it can all quickly get overwhelming.
That’s where we step in! We here at Promise Mountain have pulled off our fair share of destination elopements. So let us tell you what we know needs to be considered when taking on your special day.
How To Pull Off a Destination Elopement
Here are our tips for making sure your destination elopement is the success you want and deserve on one of the most important days of your life.
#1 - Book Travel, Accommodations, and Vendors Ahead of Time
You’re going to enjoy a destination elopement in a place you might not be incredibly familiar with, so you need to plan this all ahead of time. You need to know where you’re going, staying, eating, and doing while in this stunning destination you’ve decided on, from flights to accommodations.
Equally important is researching local vendors to ensure you can actually pull off the wedding. Things like a cake, bouquet, dinner, etc. Do your research and communicate thoroughly with them to make sure nothing is lost in the process of planning a wedding far away and far in advance.
#2 - Create a Wedding Day Schedule
Will everything go to plan? Probably not. Does that mean you shouldn’t have a plan? No! The point of planning is to prepare yourself for a whirlwind of a day; not planning means you’re swept up in the madness the ensues.
You need to take into consideration everything from the morning of the ceremony to the after-party. The point is to make sure that while not everything will be perfect, you’re giving room to it being as perfect as can be.
This means when things go wrong, you’re there with a backup plan and have prepped the troops to help save the day. From unforeseen weather difficulties, delays, misunderstandings, whatever the case may be, having a plan can save you a lot of headaches during your time abroad.
#3 - Invite A Small Group of Friends and Family Well Ahead of Time
Suppose you are planning on inviting friends and family. In that case, you need to budget them into the equation, and more importantly, you need to let them know ahead of time so they can do their own planning. Jetting off to another state, province, or country is a tall order, and most people can’t do it on a whim. Let your guests know where you plan to go and be specific so they can check their own accommodation, travel options, and visa requirements.
#4 - Pick Somewhere Where You Also Want to Spend Your Honeymoon
Don’t make a hasty decision and be stuck in a place that turns out to be incredibly dull. The last thing you want is to have an amazing wedding and then ruin it all by having a boring honeymoon stuck in a place with little to nothing to do.
#5 - Check Local Laws
You need to check local laws to see if you need a license, and if so, what do you need, where do you go, how long does it take, and are witnesses required? These are important questions because they can’t be left too long, or else you’ll be getting married in spirit, but it won’t be legally binding.
All-Inclusive Packages
We here at Promise Mountain know a thing or two about how to create the perfect destination elopement. We’ve traveled the world and captured beautiful memories in various countries and, as a result, have crafted curated all-inclusive packages for a happy couple’s destination elopement!
If this just seems all too overwhelming, then never fear! We have all-inclusive packages from Norway to Portland. Check them out!
Included In All Destination Elopement Packages
Here are some things you’ll find included in all of our elopement packages.
Wedding & Travel Itinerary
Ceremony
Wedding officiant
Day-of wedding coordinator and guide
4-6H wedding photography
Professionally edited photos presented in an online gallery with high-resolution downloads
Accommodation (duration and location varies)
Wedding bouquet
Wedding cake
Wedding dinner (varies from package to package)
Travel consulting
Add-Ons
Additional night (pricing varies)
Boutonniere for the Groom
Hair and Makeup
#1 - Norway
Cost: $12,900 - $13,900 (No Guests) $13,500 - $14,500 + $150/per guest (1 - 10 Guests)
Take your elopement international and fly out to Norway for a destination elopement steeped in the endless beauty of Norway’s majestic fjords.
You have a choice between three fantastic elopement packages (EP),
Loen Skylift EP
Geirangerfjord EP
Lofoten Peaks and Islands EP
Loen Skylift EP
If you love the mountains, then our Loen Skylift EP is what you’re looking for! Enjoy a wedding with a sensational view of the Nordic landscape with a professional officiant and locally crafted cake and bouquet.
Unique to the Loen Skylife EP:
Wedding dinner reservations at mountaintop restaurant Hoven ($250 credit for newlyweds)
3 nights in the Alexandra Hotel (with breakfast and dinner buffet)
2 nights in the Brosundet Hotel Ålesund (with breakfast buffet)
Spa passes for the happy couple to enjoy at Alexandra hotel.
Geirangerfjord EP
On the cusp of the mountain village of Geiranger and off the beaten path lies the venue of your dreams. Surrounded by mountains, the fjords, and high above the sea below, you’ll be married surrounded by endless natural beauty.
Unique to the Geirangerfjord EP;
Champagne toast on the mountains after the ceremony
Wedding dinner reservations at Union hotel ($250 credit for newlyweds)
3 nights in the Brosundet Hotel Ålesund (with breakfast buffet)
3 nights in the Union Hotel Geiranger (with breakfast buffet)
Promise Mountain also has an available Travel Agent available to help with your airfare/car rental/extended stay etc.
Lofoten Peaks and Islands EP
One of our crowning achievements was securing the ability to provide an elopement package in one of our favorite parts of Norway, Lofoten Peaks and Islands! The beautiful seaside region of Lofoten is beyond beautiful, with stunning beaches, mountains, and more adding a magical atmosphere to your special day.
Unique to the Lofoten Peaks and Islands EP;
Champagne toast on the mountains after the ceremony
Wedding dinner at local Lofoten restaurant
4 nights in a private upscale seaside house in Lofoten
Add-Ons
2 Spa Passes (Geiranger/Loen)
Geiranger Helicopter Tour
Trandal Norway swing boat tickets
Adventure Day (Photoshoot)
Looking to make it official? Take a further look at our Norway elopement options here and engage with us about making your special day a reality!
#2 - Ireland
Cost: $13,200 (No Guests) $13,800 + $150/per guest (1 - 10 Guests)
For a truly stunning ceremony, take your wedding to the sprawling green cliffside of Northern Ireland and have memories captured on the dreamy Causeway Coastline. Then, spend your honeymoon traveling across Ireland as you experience the coast, Donegal Area, and Edinburgh all during your six-day trip to this unforgettable country.
Included in the Ireland EP:
2 nights in a preselected upscale coastal hotel/Airbnb
2 nights in a 5 star Castle Hotel (Irish breakfast and one 3 course dinner included)
2 nights in Edinburgh at a preselected upscale hotel/Airbnb
Guided Day Trip to experience the Scottish Highlands
Promise Mountains official Travel Guide for Northern Ireland!
Add-Ons
Edinburg Adventure Day (photoshoot)
Looking to make it official? Take a further look at our Ireland elopement options here and engage with us about making your special day a reality!
#3 - Arizona
Cost: $11,900 (No Guests) $12,500 + $150/per guest (1 - 10 Guests)
Make your wedding a desert adventure when you choose our incredible new Arizona Lux elopement adventure. This destination elopement package is a two-part experience that starts in Page and ends in Sedona.
You’ll enjoy some good ‘old-fashioned’ glamping in Page during part one before enjoying your special day at Lake Powell or Horseshoe Bend. After the ceremony, you and your guests can enjoy a champagne toast and celebrations before getting a good night’s rest. The following morning you’ll enjoy a guided kayaking tour before heading to Sedona for a stay at Desert Resort.
Included in the Arizona EP:
2 nights at an Upscale Glamping Resort
2 nights at a desert Resort near Sedona
Wedding permit
Kayak tour
Charcuterie picnic and champagne toast
Looking to make it official? Take a further look at our Arizona elopement options here and engage with us about making your special day a reality!
#4 - Pacific Northwest
Cost: $13,200 (No Guests) $13,800 + $150/per guest (1 - 10 Guests)
Enjoy the striking beaches of the Oregon coastline that will work wonders to make your elopement whimsical and effortlessly beautiful. This destination elopement takes place along the Oregon coast between Cannon Beach and Cape Kiwande. With a little bit of sunshine, a light breeze, and the ocean behind you, it will be memories you’ll never get bored of revisiting.
Included in the PNW EP:
3 nights in a preselected upscale coastal hotel/Airbnb
Charcuterie picnic and champagne toast
Looking to make it official? Take a further look at our PNW elopement options here and engage with us about making your special day a reality!
#5 - Glacier National Park
Cost: $10,900 (No Guests) $11,500 + $150/per guest (1 - 10 Guests)
Nothing beats a wedding in the ‘Swiss Alps’ of America found in Montana’s Glacier National Park. Surrounded by mountains and the striking blue lake, you’ll get to experience two beautiful experiences in one; your elopement and the gorgeous natural beauty of this destination elopement location.
Included in the Glacier National Park EP:
3 nights in a preselected upscale boutique hotel/Airbnb
Charcuterie picnic and champagne toast
Looking to make it official? Take a further look at our PNW USA elopement options here and engage with us about making your special day a reality!
#6 - Southeast USA
Cost: $7,900 (No Guests) $8,500 + $150/per guest (1 - 10 Guests)
Take your Wedding ‘on the rocks’ in Tennessee. This destination elopement in Southeast USA takes you to the Nashville forest and falls, where you’ll enjoy a ceremony with the stunning majestic Tennessee Waterfalls as the guest of honor.
After your stunning fairytale-like ceremony, you’ll raise a glass of champagne (or bourbon... it is Tennessee, after all) to celebrate a long and healthy marriage ahead.
Included in the South East EP:
3 nights in an upscale Nashville hotel OR Airbnb cabin near the falls region
Celebratory after-service champagne toast
Looking to make it official? Take a further look at our South East USA elopement options here and engage with us about making your special day a reality!
Add-On A Wedding Film
All our packages come with the option to craft a stunning wedding film that captures the magic of your special day. We charge $4500 + travel expenses and produce a wedding video that tells the story of your special day from start to finish, including a 5-7 minute highlight video. For an additional $1000, we’ll even provide the raw ceremony film.
Final Thoughts
With such a big world available to you, why settle for the church down the street when you can jet off to a faraway place and make your special day something truly incredible! Whether it’s the fjords of Norway or the sandstone canyons of Arizona, you deserve nothing short of spectacular for your first day as a married couple.
Contact us today, and let’s make this a destination elopement you’ll never forget!
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