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to your guide for an adventure elopement in Florida
How to elope in Florida / infos and packages for an adventure elopement
Many couples dream of eloping in Florida instead of going through the tremendous burdens of planning out a wedding.
Since there are many details that go into planning a typical wedding, they are choosing an elopement as a way to avoid the hassles that are in place with a traditional wedding.
For many couples, they see this as the way to go when they want to start spending their time as husband and wife together right away, and maybe that’s the case for you too!
HOW TO ELOPE IN FLORIDA?
The legal stuff
You will need to apply for your marriage license. You will be able to do this online for a fee of approximately $65. Since you will also need to schedule the official that will legally bind yourselves marriage, this will need to be completed and paid for too. Once you have this, you can pick the place that you want to get married and there are plenty of great places for couples to elope while they are in Florida.
The best places to elope in Florida
Florida is an exciting and exceptional state known as the Sunshine State. There are many places that you will find that will give you a fantastic experience. Here are some of the great ways you can have an adventure elopement in Florida:
Pick Any Beach
The majority of Florida has beaches and couples are able to say their vows right on the beach. You can make it as dressy as you want or as casual as it goes. Even nude beaches allow couples to get married in Florida. There is no end to the choices that you will have!
Key West
Mallory Square or other parts of the Keys are great areas to have say your vows and become legally married. Just by visiting the Keys, you will find a spot that you want to call your own.
Scuba Diving
Getting married while scuba diving is possible when you are in Florida. You will most likely need to go to the Keys for this and enjoy all the rest of it while you are there!
The Everglades
Some couples enjoy tieing the knot in the Everglades. You can do so out on the boats that are provided there, or directly in accesible nature paths.
Glass-Bottom Boat Or Swan Boat
You will love that you can get married on a glass-bottom or swan boat. Out on the open sea, you will be able to say your vows and express your love for one another.
Pro tip: There are TONS of amazing, beautiful and inspiring places to elope in Florida. I have a long list of other places you might consider for your elopement in Florida!
5 steps to your most amazing elopement in Florida
From dreaming it to exchanging your vows
You will find many different packages when it comes to eloping in Florida, but if you’re looking for a more adventurous option, an adventure elopement photographer just like myself will be your best option!
1) Get your free elopement consult. I will ask you tons of questions about your couple and what you envision for this day, in order to suggest the best places for you.
2) Reserve your elopement date (I will help you choose the best time of the year as well)
3) I plan everything and let you know every step of the way!
4) Exchange your vows where we decided and experience Florida like you always dreamed.
5) Relive this moment forever with the pictures!
The most beautiful elopement venues in Florida
If you want something accessible - at least to exchange your vows!
Elopement packages in Florida
WERIFESTERIA
Includes:
- 2-days photography coverage
- Help to find the perfect spots
- Elopement planning tips
- Vendor recommendations
- Unlimited consultations
PETRICHOR
Includes:
- 8-hours photography coverage
- Help to find the perfect spot
- Elopement planning tips
- Vendor recommendations
- Unlimited consultations
SIBYLLINE
Includes:
- 5-hours photography coverage
- Help to find the perfect spot
- Elopement planning tips
- Vendor recommendations
- Unlimited consultations
Other elopement vendors in Florida
• DO WE NEED A PERMIT?
If you decide to elope in a National Park in Florida, you will need a permit. Seasoned adventure photographers will know they need to ask one and you won't have to worry about it, but in case you're eloping on your own, don't forget to ask about permission and permits for the area you chose.
• WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO ELOPE IN FLORIDA?
From the end of November to mid-May, Florida is an absolutely beautiful state with warm temperatures and not too much humidity.
• WHAT IS AN ADVENTURE ELOPEMENT EXACTLY?
An adventure elopement is a day just for you, when we will go off the beaten paths to find an amazing place for you to exchange your vows. It can be in a beautiful rainforest, or by the sea. The main thing is that you will enjoy this day just like if it was a holiday...except you will get married!
• HOW FAR IN ADVANCE SHOULD WE BEGIN PLANNING?
Generally, planning an elopement in Florida is something that can be done pretty quickly, especially if you're getting married off-season (avoid July and August at all costs to avoid crazy high temperatures). So anytime between 1 to 3 months prior is the best time to start planning!
• WHAT DO WE DO IF IT RAINS ON THE DAY OF THE ELOPEMENT?
Storms can happen and they can be very violent in Florida, so safety is a big thing when planning an adventure elopement. I will be checking the forecast everyday a week before the date we chose, and if a storm is coming or there will be torrential rain, we will postpone or prepone the date of the wedding. I always block 3 days before and after the wedding for safety!
• DO WE NEED AN OFFICIANT?
If you decide to legally get married, then yes, you will need an officiant. However, if you prefer to go all in with the adventure and make your elopement day a symbolic wedding day (and get married beforehands in your town) then an officiant is absolutely optionnal.
• CAN WE BRING FAMILY MEMBERS AND FRIENDS?
Absolutely! Intimate weddings and elopements can be shared with your loved ones!
• ARE YOU WILLING TO HIKE WITH US TO THE CEREMONY LOCATION?
Yes, yes and yes! I know some of the most beautiful places on earth can't be accessible by car, or even 4 wheels drives. I hike with my family since I'm at age of walking and I will hike with you to your ceremony location - with grand pleasure!
Need more inspiration for your elopement?
Discover this ultimate list of the best and most beautiful places to elope in the world.
Photography credits:
All elopements and couples: myself, Zephyr & Luna / Welcome cover: Phanatic / Everglades: Jul1an_DE / Sky view: South Florida Water Management District / Scuba diving: Jon Rasmussen / Group with guitar, beach at sunset and Key West: Florida memory / Fish: Joshua Nguyen / Steps in the sand: Luca Sartoni