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May 16, 2023
in Elopement, Photography, Tips & Advice, Wedding Planning Resources

Do you want to write your own vows? A lot of couples ask me if they HAVE  to write their own vows. Other couples ask me if it’s okay if they write their own vows. My answer in all cases is “that’s completely your choice” Your wedding vows are a very personal thing. Some people want to keep it completely private and practically whisper their vows to the other while others want to shout it to the world. Some are afraid they will start crying while others are afraid they will...

April 7, 2023
in Elopement, Photography, Save Money, Special Packages, Tips & Advice, Wedding Planning Resources

It's happening again. We get so many calls from couples that say they are just so stressed out from trying to plan a large wedding that they are ready to give it up. The expense of the venue, the food and beverage, the music, the guest list and advice coming from all sides. Sometimes, they even become so stressed, they almost break up. That's where Beach Weddings Virginia comes in. We have several pre-planned elopement packages that make everything so much easier and affordable. One of the more popular packages...

March 27, 2023
in Elopement, Photography, Save Money, Special Packages, Tips & Advice, Wedding Planning Resources

We have always recommended that a sunset wedding is the best time of day for a wedding because the photo opportunities are usually much better. At sunset, the sun is low in the sky and offers a more flattering angle of light. Also, the colors in the sky itself make for a more dramatic background. However, we have learned many methods for getting great photos during an afternoon wedding. Because of our location and photographic equipment, we can modify the light enough to provide our couples with some very pleasing...

February 24, 2023
in Elopement, Photography, Save Money, Special Packages, Tips & Advice, Uncategorized, Wedding Planning Resources

New package! Elope on the beach at Cape Charles and stay in a cozy tiny house. This package includes professional photographers, officiant to perform your ceremony either on the beach or in the wedding chapel in historic Cape Charles on the Eastern Shore, Virginia. With 2 nights' lodging, you will have time to explore the historic area of Cape Charles and enjoy a laid-back coastal lifestyle. Priced together at an affordable $1595....

October 21, 2022
in Elopement, Photography, Save Money, Special Packages, Tips & Advice, Wedding Planning Resources

Our indoor beachfront wedding studio is available as a back-up for cold or rainy weather. This wedding chapel is suitable for 2-person, elopement-style weddings. Couples can choose either of our three elopement packages and be assured that they will have a beautiful back-up location if it's cold or raining. The venue is decorated with a "beachy" theme and plenty of space for a complete photo session. The three elopement packages are: Keep It Simple Sweetie, Sunset Wedding for Two and the discounted Winter Wedding for Two. All of these packages...

January 17, 2022
in Save Money, Tips & Advice, Uncategorized, Wedding Planning Resources

Uh-oh, My Plus-Ones just became Minus-Twos I hear of this happening so many times and it really makes me sad. I want to share this with you so you  won't make this mistake. This is how it often goes: the couple becomes engaged and are so excited they can hardly wait to tell everybody  their good news. Once the word starts to spread, enthusiasm builds. Family and friends exclaim warmth and good wishes. Everyone says they will start making their plans to attend the wedding. The couple in turn get even...

November 11, 2021
in Elopement, Tips & Advice, Wedding Planning Resources

This is a question a lot of brides ask me. It is much easier than you think. As soon as we are finished with your ceremony, you will legally be married and you will legally be able to use your new married name. There is just a little paperwork that needs to follow, but that's no big deal because people get married every day. After the wedding, I will complete your marriage license and mail it back to the same courthouse you got it from. Then you give them a couple...

September 3, 2020
in Elopement, Photography, Special Packages, Tips & Advice, Uncategorized, Wedding Cake, Wedding Planning Resources

Our Fall Elopement Special has all the most popular features requested. For a limited time, we offer a simple, private ceremony performed on the beach under our birch wedding trellis, professional photographer, fresh flower bouquet and a petite wedding cake. This special is available any day between October 15 and December 15 of 2020. If it happens to rain on your wedding day, no problem. We provide a beautifully decorated indoor wedding studio as a back-up. The total cost all together is $1200. For more information, 757-321-0348...

February 24, 2020
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We now offer a Birch Wedding Trellis as an option for those that choose any of our 2-person elopement packages. This simple-yet-elegant trellis can be draped in teal, blush or off-white fabric. It is well-supported from the base and will make a perfect backdrop for your beach wedding ceremony photos. We are offering the use of our trellis for a low introductory price of $250....