Why You Should Extend Your Elopement Wedding To A Weekend Or Longer!

Your wedding day is supposed to be one of the most memorable days of your life.

But what if you want to make it even more special? Consider eloping or having a small destination wedding! This way, you can turn your wedding day into a multi-day affair and truly make it an unforgettable experience. Here are some ideas to get you started.

You're in for an intimate and special celebration with the people you love most. But because your guest list is smaller doesn't mean your wedding has to be any less impressive. In fact, with a little creativity, you can make your multi-day elopement or small wedding even more unforgettable!

Build in Some Flexibility

Extending your wedding or elopement to a longer event gives you much flexibility. You can still include all the important things to you as a couple, but you also have the opportunity to add in extra activities and events that might not be possible with a one-day event. For example, if you love hiking, you could plan a sunset hike on one of the days leading up to your wedding. If you're foodies, you could include a wine-tasting or private cooking class. The possibilities are endless!

Choose Your destination Wisely

If you're planning a small wedding or elopement, one of the first things you'll need to do is choose where to elope. This can be anywhere from a backyard to a national park to an exotic location like Hawaii or the Caribbean. Once you've chosen your venue, start planning your activities. If you're having a multi-day event, ensure enough variety to keep everyone entertained. Some ideas include hiking, kayaking, swimming, playing tourist in your own town/city, visiting local attractions, etc.

Make Sure You Have Plenty of Time

A lot goes into planning a destination wedding or elopement, from booking airfare and hotels to coordinating logistics with vendors. To avoid feeling stressed out leading up to your big day, make sure you give yourself plenty of time to get everything sorted out well in advance. Aim to start planning at least six months from your desired date so that you don't have to worry about anything on the day of your wedding except enjoying yourself. 

Spend more time together

Another reason to extend your wedding or elopement is that it allows you to spend more time with your closest family and friends. One of the best parts of weddings and elopements is spending time with the people you love most, so why not extend the festivities and make the most of it? This is also a great opportunity for guests who might have trouble taking time off work or getting childcare for extended periods. By extending your wedding or elopement to a weekend or longer, they can easily take care of those logistics and still be able to attend your event without any stress!

Savor Your Elopement

Lastly, extending your wedding or elopement gives you a chance to relax and truly enjoy yourself. One of the biggest complaints we hear from couples is that their wedding day flew by so fast they didn't even have time to enjoy it! Extending your event over multiple days allows you to savor every moment and truly soak in all the love and happiness without having to worry about anything else. And trust us, you'll want to remember this time for the rest of your life!

Here are 4 ideas to get you started:

1. Wine Tasting Tour in Tuscany - What could be more romantic than spending a few days wine tasting in the stunning Tuscan countryside? You and your guests will love sampling some of the best wines Italy has to offer, and you can even combine it with a foodie tour for an extra special treat! 
2. Boat Party around the Island of Capri and swim in the blu grotto - What's a destination wedding without a little adventure? chartering a boat for you and your guests to explore the island of Capri is the perfect way to add some excitement to your celebrations. And don't forget to take a dip in the famous blue grotto while you're there!
3. Helicopter ride in Hawaii - If you're looking for breathtaking views, there's no better way to see them than from a helicopter! This is especially true if you're getting married in Hawaii. Soar above the coastline and take in the natural beauty of this amazing place before landing at your reception venue.
4. Kayaking in La Jolla - For something a little different, why not try kayaking? This activity is great for groups of all sizes and is sure to get everyone laughing and having fun. Plus, it's a great way to explore some of La Jolla's hidden coves and beaches. 

If you're planning a small wedding or elopement, we highly recommend extending it to a weekend or longer. Doing so has many benefits, from including extra activities and events that are important to you as a couple to spending more time with your closest family and friends. Extending your wedding or elopement will allow you to truly relax and enjoy yourselves without worrying about anything else!

Do you need help designing your elopement? Let's hop on a call.