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adventure elopement blog

by Shawna Rae Photography

You’ve seen those epic elopement photos on social media. You look at the jagged peaks, the quiet lakes, and the raw emotion, and you think to yourself, “Omggg what a dream.” You are so excited to marry that drop-dead gorgeous partner of yours, but the actual reality of planning the wedding you are expected to […]

Newly engaged vegan couple skiing down Alpe di Siusi at sunrise on fresh tracks

There is something transformative about the Dolomites in early March. The air is crisp, the peaks are draped in winter white, and if you’re lucky, you get that perfect “blue hour” glow just before the sun hits the Sciliar. When Abdel reached out to me a few months ago, he was looking for more than […]

Man proposing to his girlfriend on Lake Braies with moody clouds everywhere

Eric & Karen’s Dolomites Engagement Story Eric reached out to me wanting to plan something unforgettable for Karen while they were traveling through the Dolomites. His main concern was privacy, since he knew that the Dolomites are a bit #trending at the moment. He consulted with me about booking the boathouse, and luckily he got […]

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