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We’re Thijsiena and Marina!

We think from the bottom of our heart that eloping is the way to get married. We think eloping is for all you dreamers, globetrotters, vagabonds and wild hearted people.

Together we’ve photographed a lot of traditional weddings. We realized that our couples feel stressed and bow to all the expectations from others on their big day. So we thought it’s time for a change! For us, a wedding is so much more than just a formality. A wedding is the start of a lifelong journey, one beautiful adventure. We encourage everyone to make their own dream come true. Don’t fear to break with traditions if they don’t mean anything for your own journey. Always let love be your starting point. Be fearless, wild and free.

With love,
Thijsiena & Marina

 “Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all.” 

Helen Keller

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Heya, I’m Thijsiena


I love the wild ocean and rough cliffs


You know what they say: “Do you hear the mountains calling?” I hear the ocean calling. Something about the ocean makes me feel speechless. I love to watch the waves break, I enjoy challenging them on a surfboard and diving is like meditation for me. And don’t get me started about the food you get along the coastside. Basically I’m a summer person, but if it’s winter I won’t stay inside either. Sleeping in the forest while having -12°C was quite challenging this year, but heaps of fun! Theres nothing I won’t try. You want to climb a mountain to get married? I’m up for it! You want to jump out of a plane? You’ve got me on board. You want to set sails and get married on a ship? Let the seas be with us!

So wherever you want to elope, as crazy as your ideas seem, I will be with you and make your dreams come true!

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Hi, I’m Marina


I’m drawn to the colder regions of Europe


I’m clearly more of a cold weather type and anything above 25°C is a nightmare for me. I love foggy mornings in autumn, the crisp cold air and the crunchy snow below my feet in winter. I guess that’s why I fell in love with photography when I visited Ireland some years ago. This whimsical, vast landscape just went straight into my heart and I treasure it since. One of my biggest dreams is to watch the aurora borealis in one of the nothern lands. I recently discovered my love for stargazing while I was on Tenerife and gladly take epic nightsky pictures with you. Despite the fact, that I prefer cold over warmth, I’ve spend a considerable amount of my youth on sailing boats and would never say no to a beautiful elopement at sea.

I thrive by the thought of anything epic and breathtaking, deep and meaningful, so if you’re into creating some magic, I’d love to help!



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We’re your elopement guides

Together, we plan your adventure that truly reflects your relationship

You don’t just get pictures, that would be easy, but together we plan your adventure that truly reflects your relationship!


WHAT WE WILL DO FOR YOU

Together with you we will figure out your dream wedding! We will hike to places that you dream of, we will zip your dresses and we will check the weather forcast every minute for you.


WHY WE THINK THAT YOU SHOULD ELOPE

Your love is uniquely yours and so is your wedding.
Free yourself from stress, drama and third-party expectations. 

  • Create an experience that’s truly yours. 

  • You deserve an unforgettable wedding day. 

  • Roam wild and free.
    Share the love to discover new places and celebrate in one of the most stunning spots on earth to make your special day a true adventure. 

  • Celebrate your special day in harmony with nature.
    Majestic mountains or dreamy beaches, we help you make your dream elopement come true. 



Our values

Love is love.
  • Inclusiveness and diversity are important to us and we choose our locations accordingly. It is wonderful to share this special moment with you, therefore, we want to create a safe space for everyone to express their love in their own terms. LGBTQIA+ couples are welcome. 

  • We love the stunning beauty of nature and we believe, that every one of us is responsible to keep it beautiful. Our guided tours follow the leave no trace principle and we highly encourage sustainable practice during your adventures to preserve these wonderful places for future generations. 

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  • Sustainability is important to us! Therefore, we do our best to choose the most environmentally friendly option of travel whenever possible. Instead of an inland flight, let’s go on a road trip together or take the train. It’s fun and it saves the planet!

  • We say no to racism and expect our couples to be respectful of the wonderful cultures we might explore together. An open heart is an open mind.

 Let’s connect and make your DREAM ELOPEMENT come true