Ellie & Isaac eloped to Las Vegas, USA

Grooms: Ellie and Isaac
Home: Australia

Ceremony Location: Forever Chapel at MGM

Photography: The Emerics

Hailing from Australia Ellie and Isaac were looking for a destination wedding with a difference. They chose to spend their wedding day eloping to Las Vegas with their two closest family members in a short, chapel ceremony followed by a tour of Downtown Las Vegas street art and a trip out to discover the desert.

Ellie and Isaac chose the Forever Grand Chapel at the MGM for their ceremony but unfortunately, this didn't allow them to choose the photographers they wanted for the ceremony. So instead of worrying, they simply called up The Emerics and, with the help of Jessie and Jason the couple chose to spend the day capturing their own idea of what their wedding day should look like.

We understand why chapels would want to limit external photographers but it does make it difficult for couples to get the photos they truly want for their elopement. However, it's great to work with a couple who know exactly how they want their day to look and aren't deterred by those strict rules.

- Jessie, The Emerics

The first stop was getting ready for their ceremony. Ellie had all the help she needed from her future sister-in-law includng their champagne breakfast whilst Isaac and his brother shared a slightly stiffer drink to start the day. With everyone looking their absolute best it was time to head to the ceremony and then head to Downtown Las Vegas to capture portraits of the newlyweds.

You know we at Epic Elopement are huge fans of Downtown Las Vegas and its amazing street art in particular. We think it's a fab place to elope to and makes for great, alternative wedding photos. If you're looking to elope to Las Vegas you can find out more about the legalities here... but we highly recommend a photo tour of the Freemont Street and Downtown areas as these are the coolest parts of town with their unique bars and restaurants, art installations and hip neighborhoods.

Next stop was a trip out to the desert so that Jessie and Isaac could see a part of Las Vegas they hadn't visited before and many visitors are unaware of. Whilst the Strip captures tourists attention and Downtown lays claim to being the coolest place to spend your holiday, the desert has a lure all of its own. A 45-minute drive from the strip leads into a natural and calm environment devoid of neon lights and glittering slot machines.

But the group weren't alone. As Jessie and Isaac chose a spot to share their private vows they were joined by a cheeky pack of burro's who were keen to get an invite to the wedding (and you thought eloping meant you got to choose the guest list!)

Ellie and Isaac eloped - Las Vegas, Nevada, USA

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