Weddings are probably the most important day in a bride and groom’s life. Unfortunately, weddings have also become “mass-produced, and too many couples do not see the ceremony as very meaningful. Because of the way the ceremonies are generally written, many couples feel rushed, and there is no way for them to take the time…
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Elopement at Christmas: A Warm, Intimate Way to Celebrate Your Love in Europe
An Elopement at Christmas carries a charm that no other season can quite match. During this time of year, couples decide to elope as a way of expressing their commitment to each other in a very personal way. Since this is such a special season for so many, elopements will allow couples to capture that…
Thanksgiving Elopements: Celebrating Love and Gratitude in Europe
By eloping on Thanksgiving Day, couples have the opportunity to experience gratitude for each other as well as for everything else about this season when people gather together as families. Europe has many quiet towns where you can find beautiful fall colours combined with a warm atmosphere, creating an even greater emotional impact when celebrating…
Elopement at Christmas: Why Winter Romance Makes Your European Ceremony Unforgettable
When people decide to elope on Christmas, they get a sense of comfort, connection and meaning to their day that’s hard to achieve other than during winter months. Europe is magical at this time of year; the streets are tranquil and inviting, lights are soft, and gardens look like they are designed to create beautiful…
Winter Weddings and Christmas Proposals in the European Alps: Why This Season Is Made for Romance
I know this might be going against the tide a little, but I have to admit I love the cooler months of the year, and seem to feel very at home wherever there is snow! I have been so lucky to have officiated several winter weddings and elopements, and wanted to share my thoughts as…
Personal, Inclusive, Meaningful: The Unique Value of a European Bilingual Celebrant
Weddings in Europe often attract couples with their captivating cultures, romantic scenery, and timeless charm, but there is something more that can take a wedding beyond the views, and that is the person who officiates your ceremony. A European bilingual officiant or celebrant encompasses personal storytelling and understanding of cultural implications and speaks the same…
Why include a Celebrant in Styled Wedding or Elopement Shoots?
Why include a Celebrant in Styled Wedding or Elopement Shoots? Styled Shoots Are About More Than Looks I have been thinking about this for a while, as I see many calls for Styled shoots in my online groups and on my insta feed. I have long wanted to share my thoughts about them, as they…
10 Favourite Wedding Venues I have officiated as a Bilingual Wedding Celebrant
10 of my favourite European wedding venues I’ve officiated! These are simply amazing!
Adventures with Your Soulmate – Ideas for Heart Centred, Mindful Ceremonies in Europe and beyond
If you’re planning an intimate elopement or a symbolic ceremony in Europe in the coming year or two, and wondering what this might look like then stop scrolling. I can help! Over the last fourteen years I’ve helped couples move away from ceremonies that are rooted in “it’s always been done like this” to modern…
LGBTQIA+ Couples eloping to Germany, Switzerland, Austria/Dolomites
Love Knows No Borders – You are welcome here! I have been so disappointed lately to read news that, in a world where love should be celebrated freely, many LGBTQIA+ couples are facing uncertainty about their right to marry. Many of my couples are from the USA and it has been a real joy and…