Top 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Organising Your Dream Elopement in Europe
The old-fashioned meaning of elopement would be to run away and get married in secret without informing anyone. Nowadays, the concept of eloping evolved and it usually represents an opportunity for a couple to live an incredible experience that will bring them together into married life through a very intimate and unique ceremony. More and more couples choose to elope in pursuit of something more personal and alternative.
Elopement in Seville, Spain - Ernesto Villalba Photography
If you are one of those couples who decided to leave behind the stress that comes with planning a big wedding, then you should keep reading! Just because you aren’t having a big wedding bash doesn’t mean there aren’t details to nail down!
We have listed here some of the most common mistakes you don’t want to make.
Elopement in Seville, Spain - Ernesto Villalba Photography
Mistakes to Avoid for the Organization of an Elopement in Europe
Underestimate eloping
Underestimating your elopement can be damaging. Elopements are an incredible opportunity to have a great adventure and one of the best things about them is how they allow you to plan-out the entire experience just the way you want, without any pressure to do or not to do certain things. You can integrate any aspect or concept of traditional weddings into your elopement plans. You can choose the locations, you can choose the type of ceremony and rituals you want. You deserve just as much. Your elopement is going to be one of the most important days of your life, and Europe offers you an incredible variety of amazing locations where to enjoy it to the maximum!
Not including (in some way) your family & friends in your elopement
Elopements are usually just for the couple and it’s totally fine! But try not to make your loved ones too sad by completely leaving them out of your plans. It’s a good idea to share this special moment with the people that matter the most to your life.
Here are some tips to help you:
You can create an elopement website! Set up all of the details concerning your elopement plans. Include details like where you plan to elope, why, and some sweet facts about the both of you.
You can ask them to write love letters that you will read before or after your elopement ceremony
Arrange for a small after-party or a small informal gathering to celebrate your elopement with the most cherished people in your life. Grab this occasion to show them the pictures and videos taken during your elopement adventure. Just be careful not to make them too jealous! :)
Not hiring a professional elopement planner
One huge misconception people often have is that elopement planning is easy, and so, it is a waste of money to hire an elopement planner. We don’t agree!
Think that it’s going to be your wedding and you will want to remember it as one of the most incredible days of your life. If you choose to elope somewhere you are not familiar with, you will incur several challenges (i.e . a different language, law, and culture). There's still paperwork and several other logistics to manage. You will need all the help you can get to ensure that everything works. An experienced planner will help to ensure that the entire schedule of the day, the logistics, the vendors, and everything else goes exactly as planned. Your elopement planner will also serve as your primal point of communication between you, the vendors, and everyone else, thereby eliminating stress and waste of time.
4. Not making your elopement an unforgettable adventure
Your elopement is a special experience, you should take advantage of every bit of it and make it last forever. One way to do this is to plan a sweet honeymoon ahead of your unforgettable adventure. Your wedding experience is complete if your elopement ceremony is followed by a tremendous honeymoon. You deserve it!. Don’t just run along or conclude that your wedding experience is done after your elopement ceremony. Arrange for a great honeymoon trip as you would have for a traditional wedding. Make sure it’s unforgettable!
5. Not hiring local vendors
Local vendors are the best choice for destination weddings. There are several advantages and reasons why you should choose local vendors for your elopement. First, Europe is a diverse continent and every region is unique on its own. It’s a smart idea to use vendors who know their territory in and out, and know how to get the best out of it!
Second, they will help cut down on expenses. Another important factor to consider is that the laws may differ from country to country. Legislatures regarding licenses to practice as authorized vendors might differ.
Read more: Advantages Of Hiring Local Vendors For Your Destination Elopement
Conclusion
If you have decided to elope in Europe and have one of the biggest adventures of your life, you shouldn’t down play it. This is going to be a very special day and you have to make sure you can always look back and cherish it for the rest of your life!
At Somewhere Crazy we offer elopement packages in some of the most amazing elopement destinations in Europe. Have a look at them and get in touch.
We can’t wait to hear from you and start organizing your dream elopement in Europe!
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