Gloria & Omar’s
Summer Elopement by the Fjord
Scroll down to be inspired by the couple’s destination wedding photos.
Event Details
Type of event: Adventure elopement
Type of ceremony: Symbolic waterfront ceremony with Italian celebrant
Type of dinner: Outdoor romantic dinner & fire experience
Number of people: 4
Month: August
The Destination Wedding Experience
Gloria and Omar drove from Italy in their camper van with their two children and dog. When they arrived in Flåm, they stayed at Flåm Camping.
The wedding day started as many of our weddings do, with hair and makeup at Eva’s salon. After a quick photoshoot, Gloria travelled to the waterfront fjord venue at a private house with stunning views of Flåm and the Aurlandsfjord. There, Omar and her two children waited for her to arrive.
The ceremony was conducted by an Italian speaking celebrant. They made their vows to each other and using a braided cord they tied the knot in the traditional handfasting ritual. After the ceremony Gloria, Omar and their kids did a sand mixing wedding ritual together.
The sand mixing ritual represents the unity between Gloria, Omar and their children. During this ritual, each of them took a container of different colored sand, symbolizing their unique qualities, backgrounds, and experiences. They then simultaneously poured their sand into a single vessel. The resulting mixture serves as a tangible reminder of the family’s commitment to support and nurture one another while acknowledging their individuality.
After the ceremony the lovely family enjoyed a fjord BBQ charcuterie lunch. After lunch it was time for the SUV photoshoot adventure where they captured magical moments by the fjord, in the mountains and at the Stegastein viewpoint.
The evening started with an outdoor family dinner at a private house in Aurland with an outdoor kitchen and an open fire, and ended with sparklers by the fire.
Time Of Year
In August, Flåm experiences mild temperatures ranging from 15° to 22°C, with long daylight hours that create a magical ambiance for outdoor ceremonies. The breathtaking fjord views and surrounding mountains are vibrant with green hues, providing a stunning backdrop for your special day. This time of year typically offers less rainfall, ensuring a higher chance of clear skies and picturesque moments. With the local flora in full bloom, every aspect of your wedding photography will be enhanced by nature's beauty.
Choosing Flåm for your wedding in August means embracing a remarkable blend of stunning scenery and perfect weather, making it an idyllic choice for your celebration.
Additional Wedding Experiences
Many couples choose to add extras to their wedding packages for an even better day.
Gloria and Omar added drone videos and photos to their package.
They requested simple video clips to be taken throughout the event.
For professional results they requested also professional video editing.
Hair and makeup styling at Hygge Salon with our stylist Eva.
They also bought all the pictures from the day to not lose any memories.
The couple also requested an Italian celebrant to conduct their wedding ceremony.
Destination Wedding Accommodation
The family stayed at Flåm camping.
“Every detail is thought and realised with care and every request has always been welcomed and satisfied. Thank you so much from the heart.”
- Gloria
“Super positive experience, Paul and his collegues are exceptional and extremely empathetic people, they make you feel at home.”
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