“Does my wedding dress count as a carry-on??” This is one of the most common questions couples ask before flying to their wedding or elopement! Unfortunately, the answer is usually yes. Most airlines consider a wedding dress part of your carry-on allowance, even if flight attendants are often incredibly kind about helping store it once […]

There’s the version of travel people think happens and then there’s the version people who work in travel prepare for! After years of working in the airline industry and traveling frequently as a destination wedding photographer, I’ve realized most travel stress doesn’t come from major disasters but from tiny preventable mistakes, unrealistic timelines and assuming […]

Planning a destination elopement from Canada sounds exciting until you realize one thing very quickly and it’s that there is no “perfect” month to elope. The best time depends on the kind of experience you actually want. (I know, so vague!) But some couples want hot weather and beach days, some want fewer tourists and […]

There’s something about Nova Scotia that feels different! Maybe it’s the ocean air, maybe it’s the tiny fishing villages, the coastal roads, or the way complete strangers will start talking to you like they’ve known you forever. If you’ve been here before, you know! Nova Scotia has this quiet vibe that makes people slow down […]

Budgets can be an overwhelming part of the process. It doesn’t need to be! A destination elopement is less about cutting costs and more about shifting where your money goes. If you haven’t chosen a location yet, start with the best places to elope from Canada so you can price things out realistically and if […]

Choosing where to elope is usually the most exciting part! It’s also the part that gets overwhelming the fastest. Everything looks beautiful online. Every destination claims to be “perfect” and suddenly you’re comparing 47 beaches in 5 different countries while wondering if you even want a beach anymore! The best place to elope isn’t just […]

Planning a destination elopement sounds simple at first. Pick a place, book a flight, show up and get married! And it can be that simple but if you want it to feel intentional, relaxed, and actually like you, there are a few things that make a huge difference! This isn’t about doing it perfectly, it’s […]

There’s something undeniably magical about an intimate wedding—especially when it takes place on a breathtaking Kauai beach at sunset. In October, I had the absolute honour of photographing my brother’s micro wedding on the north shore of Kauai, and let me tell you—it was pure perfection. Picture this: golden light reflecting off the ocean, lush […]

Portugal is one of Europe’s most underrated elopement destinations—but trust me, it’s a hidden gem that should be on every couple’s radar. From golden beaches to historic castles, this country offers the perfect mix of adventure, romance, and affordability. If you’re dreaming of an intimate wedding abroad, here are five reasons to elope in Portugal! […]

I’m so excited to share the story of J & B’s beautiful destination wedding in Sint Maarten as my first blog! I get to witness some amazing love stories, being a wedding photographer, but this one at the stunning Sonesta Maho Beach Resort was so special. Let’s dive into the highlights of their unforgettable day! […]