I have always tried to help my destination couples see the many joys of small weddings, underscoring the idea private elopements and weddings with a limited number of guests can still be unique, wonderful, and highly personalized events of the heart. And this was certainly the case with my recent Texas grooms Ian and Tres. […]
Ink 48: The Westside Boutique Hotel…Perfect for Weddings Read More »
You just never know where you might be holding a wedding! Today I was contacted about a very last minute wedding for two fellows from the Bay area. I always do my best to help folks out, so we made a plan to do a private elopement at the Belvedere Castle in the Park. Unbeknownst
Impromptu Wedding at the Amazing NY Historical Society Read More »
The heart of a wedding is not determined by technology, but I have come to appreciate that technological innovation can certainly enhance the experience, particularly in the far flung world in which we find ourselves. Beyond the photos and videos, many brides and grooms like to draw in their loved ones in “real time,” even
Words of Affection Read More »
I had the rare treat last week to officiate my first wedding at the “Top of the Rock” observatory in the beautiful Rockefeller center on 6th avenue between 49th and 50th this week. Sweethearts Lara and Michael were keen to feature the breathtaking views in Manhattan as the exchanged vows with a few loved ones. Our
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Americans love baseball. Be it the devotion to the World Series or the award-winning PBS series on the sport by Ken Burns, even a casual observer of American culture would recognize that this sport, with more than 150 years history in this country, holds a special place in our hearts. I know many folks who
For the Love of the Game: Elopement at Yankee Stadium Read More »
During the summer, the most popular wedding spots in Central Park are jam packed with couples from all over the world. Locations such as the Ladies Pavilion, Shakespeare Garden and Wagner Cove may seem like revolving doors on weekend afternoons. However, I was recently reminded of a fabulous ceremony location that is hidden in plain
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I continue to be amazed at the number of couples who elope to NYC. And with the passage of the Marriage Equality Law a year ago, the number of couples eager to travel to New York has increased exponentially it seems. While most of these eloping couples come to me for a “short and simple
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New York City has become a popular “destination wedding spot” for couples from abroad. Over the years, I have worked with brides and grooms from many countries including Canada, England, Scotland, Ireland, Northern Ireland, Austria, Germany, Sweden, Poland, Australia, New Zealand, Dubai, Mexico, and Brazil, among others. I find that among these couples there is a good
Dotting the i’s and Crossing the t’s Read More »
I have many wonderful opportunities to officiate ceremonies for couples eloping to New York. In many instances, it is only the couple coming to the Big Apple for the big event. Other times, they are joined by a handful of loved ones. For the budget conscious couple, it is tempting to forego the expense of hiring
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The following article was written by my friend Smith Moorefield, who recently married in a private New Year’s ceremony, surrounded by a handful of lifelong friends. I think he provides some very helpful hints for those seeking stylish, affordable, and appropriate options for a small elopement or vow renewal. Want to get married in New
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