WHY DREAMING BIG IS THE BEST THING YOU CAN DO FOR YOUR adventure ELOPEMENT?

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WHY SHOULD YOU DREAM BIG FIRST AND ONLY THEN START PLANNING YOUR ELOPEMENT?

Tips for your adventure elopement

How to plan your elopement

While you probably know what elopement is (if you're not sure yet, check this blog post), adding adventure might sound somewhat confusing. For me, adventure means taking a journey you've always wanted to, doing exciting things, and exploring interesting places.

I believe everyone can elope in a way that feels like an adventure. For some, adventure elopement means climbing to the highest peak, but for some, elopement is already the adventure. For them, it means leaving the traditions behind and making new ones together. The key thing, in my experience, is going somewhere where the focus is solely on your love and connection. The best place, in my opinion, is the North of Europe.

In my elopement experiences, I love to leave some space for spontaneity because, in my experience, the best trips never go as planned. A day with overcast skies and some rainfall will make it more memorable than a day with a seemingly "perfect" blue sky and sunshine. This is because rain and clouds create authenticity and enhance the feeling of an adventurous experience.



WHAT IS AN adventure ELOPEMENT?

When planning your elopement or intimate wedding, I think it's essential to let go of any boundaries and limitations. Don't worry about what others are doing or what you think you should do. Instead, focus on your experience, what will make you and your partner feel the most alive, happy, and in love.

Oftentimes we're too practical and forget that with some creative thinking it's possible to experience things that we couldn't even think about in the beginning. How does it sound to plan everything for your own experience in mind and forget every obligation towards other people?

I truly believe that no two elopements or intimate weddings are the same. Each couple is unique, and your wedding day should reflect that. So, let your imagination run wild and dream big! This is your chance to create a day that is authentic to your relationship and celebrates your love in a way that is true to you. 

As you start planning, don't worry too much about the details just yet. This is your time to dream, envision, and let your love guide you. The memories captured in your photos will be a beautiful reminder of the magic you shared. After all, your elopement day is about creating an experience you will cherish forever.

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Hey, I'm Jaakko. A few years ago, I married my wife pretty traditionally. At the time, it felt like the best decision. However, I didn't quite understand how emotional the day would feel and how hard it was to be 100% myself. We didn't get a meaningful experience as a couple because we were self-conscious in front of crowds and cared too much about what everyone else was doing. It's easy to say now that because both my wife and I are all about experience, and we should've eloped. 

So, I want to help couples learn from my experience and understand that they are allowed to plan a day that is just for them and about their love. 


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