The Guest Episode! Arguably the most anticipated episode I've ever recorded - today we're talking ALL about guests - or rather, how to be a guest at an elopement! This isn't just for couples to know what to tell their friends and family - but for guests to listen to so that they're prepared for the elopement day and how to best support them in saying I-do!

An unfortunate reality of the American West right now is that wildfire season is longer and earlier than ever, and the implications are great. This episode overviews the common questions I get about fires, how to combat changed plans, and some general tips to managing your expectations. 

This episode covers a checklist for your elopement day to help pull together all of the elements from the previous 7 episodes to ensure your day is perfect! 

ruthannez.com/blog/elopement-planning-101-elopement-day-checklist for the freebie! 

Ah - hiking on your elopement day! Sounds fun, maybe a little daunting, but who doesn’t love an adventure, right? (Some of you will answer “not me!” And that’s totally great. Stick to what you love!)

However…if you’re wanting to make your elopement day a little extra exciting, and plan to hike on your elopement day, there are some things you should know! This episode covers the basics (some might feel obvious) and things that I find people tend to forget, even my experienced and avid hikers. 

The Elopement Podcast is sponsored by Wandering Weddings! Wandering Weddings is the #1 elopement blog for couples who are adventurous at heart & looking for help in planning & sourcing amazing vendors. Wandering weddings guides couples with the inspiration and resources they need to make their elopement dreams come true. Start planning your elopement today at wanderingweddings.com

Additionally, if you’re elopement vendor looking to book more adventurous elopements and intimate weddings this year - I’ve got 10% off for you! Learn all about the perks of being a Wandering Weddings member by going to wanderingweddings.com/join-now. Use promo code PODCAST to get 10% off your first year

Be sure to subscribe for weekly episodes & to stay up to date with this series, and connect on social channels below:

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Your elopement timeline can make or break the day that you have - and it all starts with accounting time for the things you want not just the things you think you should have.

Timelines are unique to each elopement - so while I can't give you a personal breakdown of how your  day should look, I  can give you some tips on how to get there!  

The Elopement Podcast is sponsored by Wandering Weddings! Wandering Weddings is the #1 elopement blog for couples who are adventurous at heart & looking for help in planning & sourcing amazing vendors. Wandering weddings guides couples with the inspiration and resources they need to make their elopement dreams come true. Start planning your elopement today at wanderingweddings.com

Additionally, if you’re elopement vendor looking to book more adventurous elopements and intimate weddings this year - I’ve got 10% off for you! Learn all about the perks of being a Wandering Weddings member by going to wanderingweddings.com/join-now. Use promo code PODCAST to get 10% off your first year

Be sure to subscribe for weekly episodes & to stay up to date with this series, and connect on social channels below:

IG / instagram.com/missruthanne // instagram.com/theelopementpodcast
Website: ruthannez.com // theelopementpodcast.com
Email: [email protected]

One of the most commonly asked questions  about eloping, is "what do traditions look like when you're opting out of the biggest one?"

Today's episode is short & sweet, highlighting the common expected traditions & how to stray away from them while still keeping things special!

The Elopement Podcast is sponsored by Wandering Weddings! Wandering Weddings is the #1 elopement blog for couples who are adventurous at heart & looking for help in planning & sourcing amazing vendors. Wandering weddings guides couples with the inspiration and resources they need to make their elopement dreams come true. Start planning your elopement today at wanderingweddings.com

Additionally, if you’re elopement vendor looking to book more adventurous elopements and intimate weddings this year - I’ve got 10% off for you! Learn all about the perks of being a Wandering Weddings member by going to wanderingweddings.com/join-now. Use promo code PODCAST to get 10% off your first year

Be sure to subscribe for weekly episodes & to stay up to date with this series, and connect on social channels below:

IG / instagram.com/missruthanne // instagram.com/theelopementpodcast
Website: ruthannez.com // theelopementpodcast.com
Email: [email protected]

A day late & switching up the schedule - here is my fantastic conversation with my favorite officiant, Meredith Richmond! We talk about making your ceremony unique, memorable, and  a couple tips for the first timer friend/family officiants out there!

Today's episode is sponsored by Wandering Weddings!
Wandering Weddings is the #1 elopement blog for couples who are adventurous at heart & looking for help in planning & sourcing amazing vendors. Wandering weddings guides couples with the inspiration and resources they need to make their elopement dreams come true. Start planning your elopement today at wanderingweddings.com

Additionally, if you’re elopement vendor looking to book more adventurous elopements and intimate weddings this year - I’ve got 10% off for you! Learn all about the perks of being a Wandering Weddings member by going to wanderingweddings.com/join-now. Use promo code PODCAST to get 10% off your first year

Be sure to subscribe for weekly episodes & to stay up to date with this series, and connect on social channels below:

IG / instagram.com/missruthanne // instagram.com/theelopementpodcast
Website: ruthannez.com // theelopementpodcast.com
Email: [email protected]

I’ll be honest: video is oftentimes an afterthought. I can’t tell you how often my couples decide to hire a videographer within months of their day. In fact, I know this to be true from my own experience. We decided on getting a videographer as an absolute last minute decision and I’m absolutely grateful that we did. 

Today we’ll dive into the things videographers wish you knew about hiring them, what photographers wish videographers knew, and some of the questions you should always ask before diving into hiring this vendor.

Today's episode is sponsored by Wandering Weddings!
Wandering Weddings is the #1 elopement blog for couples who are adventurous at heart & looking for help in planning & sourcing amazing vendors. Wandering weddings guides couples with the inspiration and resources they need to make their elopement dreams come true. Start planning your elopement today at wanderingweddings.com

Additionally, if you’re elopement vendor looking to book more adventurous elopements and intimate weddings this year - I’ve got 10% off for you! Learn all about the perks of being a Wandering Weddings member by going to wanderingweddings.com/join-now. Use promo code PODCAST to get 10% off your first year

Be sure to subscribe for weekly episodes & to stay up to date with this series, and connect on social channels below:

IG / instagram.com/missruthanne // instagram.com/theelopementpodcast
Website: ruthannez.com // theelopementpodcast.com 
Email: [email protected]

Yaaaaahoooo! I’m so excited about this episode, y’all! Building a solid team of vendors is one of the key pieces of your elopement planning process, and when done correctly, will eliminate a ton of stress. 

You know what else eliminates stress? Wandering weddings!  

Wandering Weddings is the #1 elopement blog for couples who are adventurous at heart & looking for help in planning & sourcing amazing vendors. Wandering weddings guides couples with the inspiration and resources they need to make their elopement dreams come true. Start planning your elopement today at wanderingweddings.com

Additionally, if you’re elopement vendor looking to book more adventurous elopements and intimate weddings this year - I’ve got 10% off for you! Learn all about the perks of being a Wandering Weddings member by going to wanderingweddings.com/join-now. Use promo code PODCAST to get 10% off your first year

Be sure to subscribe for weekly episodes & to stay up to date with this series, and connect on social channels below:

IG / instagram.com/missruthanne // instagram.com/theelopementpodcast
Website: ruthannez.com // theelopementpodcast.com 
Email: [email protected]

Today's episode kicks off our 8 week Elopement Planning 101 series, and we're laying the foundation! We'll be going over the things you need to consider when choosing these elements, and the steps to get there. 

Be sure to subscribe for weekly episodes & to stay up to date with this series, and connect on social channels below:

IG / instagram.com/missruthanne // instagram.com/theelopementpodcast
Website: ruthannez.com // theelopementpodcast.com 
Email: [email protected]