Top Eight Essentials For An Awesome Elopement In Alaska
Getting Married in Alaska is an amazing experience that draws adventurous souls who love being immersed in nature and the great outdoors. We are blessed with massive mountains, stunning glaciers, lush rainforests, and pretty gardens. If you are eloping, Alaska is a really beautiful place to tie the knot.
The ceremony is the main highlight of the day. Then you can spend the rest of it, exploring the most scenic places imaginable while we document your love story through photography and video.
If this sounds like your dream wedding day, here are our top eight essentials for an incredible elopement in Alaska.
Two Adventurous Spirits
Wild-hearted couples who love Mother Nature and travel are drawn to the rugged and wild Alaska landscapes. It is one of the most perfect places on earth to elope and begin married life together.
The Perfect Time and Place
When you elope, you can get married anywhere. As your Alaska wedding photographer and videographer team we will follow you to wherever you have a desire to say your vows. We love mountain tops, cliffs overlooking the sea, and lush meadows for elopements. You can also have your wedding beside a lake, river, waterfall, or inside a national park – the options are endless. All of these venues look different in summer and winter. Do you imagine getting hitched standing on a blanket of snow or in a field of flowers?
An Experienced Photo And Video Team
With a professional team for your photography and cinematography coverage, you can relax and enjoy your best day ever. We are familiar with the best Alaska wedding photography locations from Denali to Hatcher Pass, Eklutna Lake, and even slightly farther afield like Homer or Juneau. Also we can help you navigate the logistics of eloping in Alaska and connect you with any vendors and venues you need.
The Right Outfits
The weather in Alaska can be wild and unpredictable. As well as the dream wedding dress and smart suit, you need to bring lots of layers including sturdy shoes or boots and rain gear. Being prepared for all weather conditions is key. As an Alaska wedding photo and video team with years of experience working in the industry we are still surprised at how quickly the weather can change.
Permits and Permission
Many national parks and public areas require a permit, so it is essential to check and obtain the necessary documents. We are always happy to help.
Celebrant And Witnesses
According to Alaska law, anyone can act as your officiant if they have a marriage commissioner certificate. We’ve photographed weddings where the pilot or resort staff have stepped into the role of officiating. You also need two witnesses. For this reason, many couples like to get married at a resort or lodge, then head off for the wedding photos after the formalities are done.
For more info on the marriage license, visit this site.
A Helicopter
Actually, this isn’t essential, but if you have a vision of having your Alaska wedding video shot in hard-to-reach mountain peaks, this expensive mode of transport will be needed. For a once-in-a-lifetime experience and the chance to be photographed and filmed literally on top of the world, this is an investment you won’t regret.
Romantic Dinner
You will be tired after a long day of roaming around Alaska’s exquisite locations, but making time for a romantic dinner is a wonderful way to end the perfect day. Reflecting on your adventurous day and imagining what your wedding video will look like will surely be hot topics of discussion.
Getting married in Alaska will be an unforgettable memory that will last a lifetime. The photos will be epic, and you defiantly will want to document the experience with a wedding video too.
As an Alaska wedding photographer, we are often asked if a video is needed too and we say yes with as much enthusiasm as you said yes to the diamond ring. We encourage our couples to invest in an Alaska wedding videography as well as photos because to hear your voices on film and see the emotions unfold through movement adds another dimension to your wedding memories that are so precious. Video helps preserve the memories of your day and is a priceless way to share with loved ones. That is why we have a team that covers both services.
Drop us a line for prices and info. We can’t wait to connect with you and hear all about the wedding plans!
