VESTARHORN AND STOKKSNES ICELAND ELOPEMENTS PHOTOGRAPHY
Vestarhorn and Stokksnes Iceland elopements photography
Let the wild beauty of Vestrahorn mountain in Iceland take your breath away Do you prefer more privacy during your ceremony or while wedding pictures are taken? Then the privately owned area in the Southeast region of Iceland might be the perfect option for you.
What to expect from eloping at Vestarhorn and Stokksnes in Iceland.
Iceland is known for its dramatic scenery and dramatic location. That being said, it hosts some of the most spectacular beaches in the world.
Yes, you can get officially married in the area! I work with a brilliant officiant who does outdoor ceremonies in Iceland!
An elopement can be one of the most life-changing events of your life. And eloping and going to Iceland is a unique experience, which will make you and your beloved remember this special day for the rest of your lives.
What to know about eloping at the Vestarhorn and Stokksnes in Iceland.
There is an entering fee to enter Stokksnes Beach and have Vestarhorn in the background for pictures.
2. Vestarhorn Mountain is a less touristy spot than other mountains in Iceland. It’s a beautiful place to see untouched nature and has ceremony privacy.
3. The access to the area is all year round. Always check weather alerts before heading to the area, especially if the roads are closed during wintertime!
What to wear in your Vestarhorn and Stokksnes elopement in Iceland.
There are so many different factors to consider when packing for a trip and that especially rings true if you're planning an elopement in Iceland.
You can wear your wedding dress and suit for your elopement ceremony and waterproof, warm coats while you walk on Stokksnes beach. The beach is next to the ocean and the wind can be cold that comes from the ocean.
Make sure your shoes are also waterproof and not slippery.
The weather is unpredictable at best but you can plan on being wrapped in blankets, drinking hot coffee to warm up, and smiling through it all.
Don’t be afraid to show colour! Colours do pop out beautifully on the black sand.
Plan out the details for your Vestarhorn and Stokksnes elopement in Iceland.
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There are multiple ways to do your elopement ceremony as there are places to get married.
Just us. This is usually what elopement ceremonies are all about: just you two there and all the moments will be shared by you two. No guests or family members there. The ceremony is still official for you to get legally married.
Intimate ceremony. This is usually used in the meaning that in the ceremony there can be your parents, siblings or only your best friends involved. If you feel nervous about sharing your vows with your partner in front of your family, you can have a separate moment where you share them and then the moment where your family attends.
Symbolic marriage. The simplest way to get married. Eloping can happen anywhere. A symbolic ceremony is in most places not legally recognized so you will be needing an officiant to officiate you as a married couple.
Civil ceremony. Usually happens in a courthouse and you will sign the register. You will mostly need witnesses (usually two) to sign the register also.
Religious ceremony. If you wish to have a religious ceremony abroad, it’s good to start by contacting your local with necessary requirements. They can have recommendations of the church to get married in.Hand-fasting. It's an ancient Irish tradition, where the couple's hands are tied together as a symbol of their union. The celebrant ties the couple’s hands together with several ribbons.
Unity ceremony: are symbols of the choice you're making to merge your life with your partner. There can be unity candles, planting a tree together, combining two different drinks into one. -
Waterproof jackets and shoes, extra socks, sunglasses, reusable water bottle, Legal documents and others to have your elopement happen legally in Iceland, wedding rings, vows, snacks, the medication you might be needing, wedding flowers, tissues
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There is entering fee to be paid before you get to enter Stokksnes beach. This also narrows down people visiting the beach and having privacy during ceremony.
Where to stay at your Vestarhorn and Stokksnes elopement.
Accommodations that are close to Vestarhorn and Stokksnes.
Hi, I’m Lisa! Elopement photographer in Iceland.
The fresh air. The hush of silence that can only be heard in nature. That is how it feels to get married in Iceland. You feel a connection with nature as it embraces you and your loved ones. I absolutely love elopements and having Stokksness and Vestarhorn as your elopement location is an epic one! You will have a new Icelandic friend who will make your day an unforgettable experience and help you craft it according to your values and needs. I will do the location scouting for you, create a timeline for your day and show you the local secrets of Iceland.
Ok, it’s time to make your Iceland elopement come true!
Get in touch.
McWhirter elopements
+3546596405
lisa@mcwhirterelopements.com
Iceland elopement photographer
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