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Many couples dream of a lush garden wedding but aren't sure where to find the perfect venue. Or, if they're having a smaller wedding, golf course or country club fees don't fit their more petite events budget. This is where public parks come in. San Francisco has over 220 parks, playgrounds, and open spaces, and many are wedding-friendly. Permit fees begin at $350 per hour for a two-hour rental and go up to $643 per hour, depending on which venue in the park system you choose.
Read MorePlanning a destination elopement is an exciting adventure with memories that you'll cherish for the rest of your lives. Eloping promises intimacy and unforgettable romantic moments. However, amid the excitement, it's crucial to navigate potential pitfalls to ensure a seamless and stress-free experience. In this guide, we'll explore five common mistakes couples can make when planning a destination elopement and how to steer clear of them. Follow these simple rules, for a perfect wedding experience.
Read MoreColors set the mood, inspire emotion and even tell you what season you should be thinking about when you gaze upon them. Catherine and Anthony decided on a vibrant palette for their upbeat colorful wedding at San Francisco City Hall. The bride wanted to start her photo session by having her photographer and wedding videographer join her for "getting ready" pictures in her beautiful room at the InterContinental Mark Hopkin Hotel in San Francisco, located at 999 California Street in San Francisco. This iconic hotel sits high atop a hill with a panoramic view of the entire city. Founded in 1926, its breathtaking views have made it a local legend. Being a vintage luxury hotel, it's paired perfectly with the couple's choice of the Mayor's Balcony at San Francisco City Hall for their wedding venue.
Read MoreI was very excited when Nathan and Popsi called me to say that they'd gotten a permit for the early morning wedding ceremony slot at Muir Woods National Monument. I was intrigued by their willingness to bring Nathan's family and Popsi's good friend out to the early morning forest. Because her family lives in Asia, they'll be having a destination wedding there, so her side of the family can join in the celebration. If you plan to have a wedding overseas, you'll want to get legally married in the United States first, and a Muir Woods elopement wedding is a very nice way to do that.
Read MoreWhen John and Richard met twenty years ago at Pride weekend in London, they knew right away that they had something special. After a year of long-distance dating, they decided to live together and twenty years flew by in the blink of an eye. When they reached out to me from England to plan their destination elopement for their twentieth anniversary (plus one long-time friend as their witness!), I was so excited to show them the best of everything that San Francisco and the Bay Area had to offer for their wedding. They knew they wanted a San Francisco elopement planning company that really knew SF City Hall inside and out, and we did all of the wedding planning for the two of them.
Read MoreLike so many modern love stories, Anne and Matt met on Tinder in Switzerland, where they both lived on the same side of town. Matt had also just signed up in January 2023, and they matched with each other very quickly! Right from the start they had chemistry and started writing to each other for hours each day during lockdown.
Read MoreOne of the most popular requests that we receive, is from couples looking for a quiet cliffside area overlooking a beautiful beach with crashing waves. It features high bluffs, with paths worn by other guests, making it easy to access the prettiest spots. Located just a short twenty-minute drive from San Francisco, Montara State Beach is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Read MoreWhen you were planning your wedding, you probably heard people tell you that it was "a once in a lifetime" magical day. But what if it doesn't have to be?
Read MorePride month was founded on June 28, 1970, and I would turn three years old the next day. At the time, I had no idea that this unofficial holiday would become a symbol both personally and nationally for anybody who wanted to celebrate the joy and freedom of being their authentic self. There are currently 1.2 million same-sex households in America, and that number is growing every year. I'd love to send a big "Happy Pride" and a rainbow hug to each and every one of you celebrating Pride in the month of June.
Read MoreI received a phone call from Jessica, who wanted us to help her work out the plans for their very intimate wedding in Carmel. They loved the outdoors and had spent many happy weekends hiking the Carmel and Big Sur trails with their beloved dog. They thought that having a low-key pop-up wedding near the beach would be a very comfortable experience for them. They started looking around at Carmel, California wedding packages and were having a hard time finding everything they wanted and still keeping within their budget.
Read MoreForget the stress of creating a traditional wedding, and head outside for your pop-up wedding with a customized luxury picnic! Everyone knows that it's healthy to be surrounded by nature, and nothing feels better than getting married with a gentle breeze and birds singing while you look into your finance's eyes and say your wedding vows to each other. Where's the best place to have a pop-up wedding picnic? Anywhere that feels good to you, is the perfect spot!
Read MoreThis whimsically named beach and park, has been a favorite location for engaged couples planning to get married for many, many decades. We've worked with several couples whose parents also got married at this very same location! This gem of a wedding destination is located in Pacific Grove California, tucked right between Monterey and Carmel.
Read MoreA wedding ceremony for the dreamers and the rebels, the mystical ones and those who consider themselves spiritual, but not necessarily religious. The elements of this rite of passage are a combination of Crystals, Numerology, and old-world Celtic tradition. Interpreted, for the new millennium. Let us tell you more....
Read MoreCouples from all over the world flock to the California coasts for their dream weddings. From simple beach weddings with a stunning ocean view to larger wedding venue rentals, this beautiful area offers it all. Andi and her husband were lucky enough to have a historic family-owned home with a private backyard located in Monterey California. The logistics were perfect for getting ready for their big day, and the big shindig afterward! They chose black and white with dusty rose for their color theme, and lots of forest details, as the family home is surrounded by big trees.
Read MoreIf you're recently engaged, just starting your wedding planning, or getting married soon, SF City Hall is a location you should take a look at. With an experienced wedding photographer to give you tips on what month to take outdoor photography in order to avoid the San Francisco Fog and what time of day will get you the pretties pictures indoors without a lot of other people walking around the building to disrupt or delay your couples session, you're sure to have a day that will go smoothly and deliver pictures that you'll cherish forever.
Read MoreThese days there's a whole new class of love stories, and they'll go down in history and be told to children and grandchildren for many years to come. Courtney and Benjamin are one of these couples and you might have guessed by now, that they met online during Covid! They live in Toronto Canada and were looking for an all-inclusive destination elopement package someplace that was as fun and quirky as the two of them. Naturally, San Francisco fit like a glove.
Read MoreI'm here to share with you seven reasons to be really happy about rain on your wedding day and offer up some fun and beautiful wedding inspiration for those of you nervously checking the Farmers Almanac a year before your wedding date.
Read MoreWould you LOVE to know the most amazing and versatile location for your surprise proposal or engagement session? We're super excited to share this couple's journey with you, and their location is hiding in plain sight.
Read MoreNo matter how you do it, you're going to LOVE getting married at San Francisco City Hall. This blog is going to take a look at what it's like to have a San Francisco City Hall Civil Ceremony. Where do you start and what do you need to do?
Read MoreSan Francisco has so many iconic spots, and I'm sure you've noticed them over the years on popular sitcoms and in famous movies. One of the reasons that San Francisco is such a popular destination for weddings and elopements, is that many people feel like they already know us, having grown up with our city as the backdrop on their big and small screens!
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