So you've decided that you just can't wait to get married? Elopement can be an adventure. It is also typically more inexpensive and less stressful than planning a wedding. But how do you go about it? Where are the best places to get married without waiting? How do you break the news to your family and friends? And mostly, how can you do it as cheaply as possible?
It is likely there are going to be a lot of these little questions invading your love struck mind. But relax, take a breath, and read on.
The first thing you want to consider is the marriage license process for your city. You will want to check directly with your county's office as a lot of the marriage license information websites have conflicting information. If you decide to get your marriage license locally, check all of the surrounding counties. Sometimes you will find a much cheaper license fee is only a short drive away.
Sometimes you just can't wait for your marriage license locally. Waiting a couple of weeks does have a lot of benefits. But for those of you who want to know where to get married in a day, here are a few options.
Nevada
Of course, everyone knows about Vegas. It is the elopement capital. And let us not forget, "What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas." Hmmm.
California
If you live in or near California, Los Angeles is incredibly hassle-free when it comes to getting married fast. For instance, visit Reverend Chuck. He offers marriage license services and all for around $200.
Tennessee
Gatlinburg is the elopement destination of the east coast. My husband and I, who also eloped, had our honeymoon there. There are a countless number of packages available that often involve a cabin rental for the honeymoon. They have some really beautiful chapels such as the Victoria Gardens Chapel. If you live anywhere near Tennessee, I highly recommend Gatlinburg.
Ohio
Live near Toledo? Lucas County doesn't make you wait to embark upon the wonderful journey of marriage. However, they do insist that you get married in Lucas County.
It is likely there are going to be a lot of these little questions invading your love struck mind. But relax, take a breath, and read on.
The first thing you want to consider is the marriage license process for your city. You will want to check directly with your county's office as a lot of the marriage license information websites have conflicting information. If you decide to get your marriage license locally, check all of the surrounding counties. Sometimes you will find a much cheaper license fee is only a short drive away.
Sometimes you just can't wait for your marriage license locally. Waiting a couple of weeks does have a lot of benefits. But for those of you who want to know where to get married in a day, here are a few options.
Nevada
Of course, everyone knows about Vegas. It is the elopement capital. And let us not forget, "What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas." Hmmm.
California
If you live in or near California, Los Angeles is incredibly hassle-free when it comes to getting married fast. For instance, visit Reverend Chuck. He offers marriage license services and all for around $200.
Tennessee
Gatlinburg is the elopement destination of the east coast. My husband and I, who also eloped, had our honeymoon there. There are a countless number of packages available that often involve a cabin rental for the honeymoon. They have some really beautiful chapels such as the Victoria Gardens Chapel. If you live anywhere near Tennessee, I highly recommend Gatlinburg.
Ohio
Live near Toledo? Lucas County doesn't make you wait to embark upon the wonderful journey of marriage. However, they do insist that you get married in Lucas County.
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