H&K chose to have their dream Iceland elopement on the enchanting south coast of Iceland. This region has undeniably become one of our favorite areas for its ability to offer a plethora of breathtaking sites without the need to travel very far.
Their special Iceland Wedding day started at one of the most picturesque rural hotels I've had the privilege of visiting in Iceland: Skálakot Hotel. The beauty was so special that I couldn't resist taking the drone to the skies to capture the hotel and its surroundings. But the charm wasn't limited to the exterior. Skálakot Hotel is a rustic yet elegantly refurbished establishment. It undoubtedly has a history as a farm, and today it still thrives amidst the unique rural life of Iceland, full of Icelandic sheep and horses.
Setting the picturesque surroundings aside for a moment, H&K started their Iceland wedding day with a truly beautiful, tender, and intimate first look. H looked radiant, and K's choice of a green suit was undeniably super original and special. Even though I had only just met them, H&K were one of those couples who seemed to emit a deep connection. The love and respect they held for each other filled the air from the very start.
Their ceremony took place in a waterfall, and amidst the laughter and tears, they said 'I do'. I must admit, I find myself shedding tears at many of our couples' ceremonies, but at theirs, I found myself especially moved.
After the wedding ceremony, we headed to our first stop of the day: Skógafoss - the waterfall we hold closest to our hearts, the epitome of waterfalls, the ultimate expression of Iceland's artistry. As always, curious onlookers couldn't resist stealing glances and even capturing the occasional snapshot (the mystery of why someone wants a photo of a couple they don't know is one we'll never solve, haha).
Next on our itinerary was Kvernufoss, and eventually, we made our way to a glacier. As you probably know, we have a deep love for glaciers, and they played a significant role in our decision to make Iceland our home and photograph epic weddings. Whether it's Solheimajökull, Vatnajökull, Langjökull, or any glacier in between, our hearts and cameras are filled with joy at their sight. However, what truly warms our hearts is witnessing the excitement on your faces when you lay eyes on a glacier for the very first time. If you can, it's moments like these that make your Iceland wedding day even more special!
H&K decided to end their Iceland wedding day with a picnic surrounded by mountains complete with a vintage-style wedding cake and their favorite cocktail. To make this moment even more exceptional, they brought their preferred drink all the way from the United States: Clase Azul Mezcal. While we were preparing the picnic they let me try it and without a doubt, it is a drink just as special and incredible as they are!
After some peaceful moments of calm and relaxation, we headed to our final destination: the renowned black sand beach. We often advise that visiting well-known spots either early or late is the way to go, and H&K without hesistation, heeded our suggestion. We arrived at the beach just at the start of golden hour. It was a special way to end the day– bathed in the most extraordinary light that Iceland has to offer. We're looking forward to seeing you soon for the next Iceland wedding adventure!
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