In these tough economic times, many couples are saying “Yes, I want” to marriage, while at the same time saying “I don’t want” to high wedding costs by opting for an intimate wedding for two. Also known as “elopement,” an intimate wedding for two is not only romantic, it has many other benefits as well:
1. The money you save can go toward other things, like a honeymoon vacation or a down payment on a house.
2. An intimate wedding for two is much less stressful than planning a large traditional wedding.
3. If family members are scattered across the country, eloping saves you the headache of trying to please everyone with your choice of location.
Of course, without a wedding that family members can be invited to, there can be some hurt feelings. However, many couples choose to throw a casual party after returning from their honeymoon, allowing family and friends to get together and celebrate, thus softening ruffled feathers.
How to escape
Actually escaping can be as simple as you want. Some couples choose to marry in a local court or town hall before embarking on a romantic honeymoon. Some couples choose to combine their honeymoon with their wedding ceremony and get married at their honeymoon location. However, there are a few things to keep in mind:
- Once you have decided on a place for your escape, be sure to familiarize yourself with the marriage laws in the state or country you have chosen, as there may be a waiting period from the time you receive your license to the time it is allowed. get marry.
- Allow enough time to obtain your marriage license before the ceremony. Many locales allow you to order your license online beforehand.
- Check that you have all your documents before reaching your destination. Depending on the laws of your wedding destination, you may need to show a previous passport, birth certificate, or proof of divorce.
Where to celebrate your intimate wedding for two
Here’s the beauty of fugue: you have the world to choose from. And yet, at a fraction of the cost of a typical large wedding. You can choose to elope locally; in a tourist destination a few hours by car from your home; in popular getaway destinations like Niagara Falls or Las Vegas; or even in another country. Everything depends on you. Popular elopement destinations include:
- Las Vegas
- Niagara Falls
- Gatlinburg, Tennessee
- Gretna Green, Scotland
- The Florida coast
To keep it simple, opt for a package
If you really want a simple wedding, look for venues that offer elopement packages that include the location, minister or officiant, photos, and cake and champagne. Bed and Breakfasts are often great places to look for getaway packages. Many B&B owners can legally perform the ceremony themselves and offer inexpensive getaway packages with accommodation included.