Is Eloping Cheaper Than a Traditional Wedding?
Is Eloping Cheaper?
The first and most important point covered is the comparative cost of eloping vs a traditional wedding. The article suggests that the majority of eloping couples are spending between $5,000 and $15,000 to elope. While this is still considerably cheaper than the average $33,000 price tag of a traditional wedding, it seems a little on the expensive side based on the elopements that we have helped to facilitate over the years. It is possible to book an all-inclusive elopement package for approximately $2,500 while the most simple, ceremony only options can be as little as $200. It really depends on your own personal tastes and budget. An elopement can be as simple or as extravagant as you choose. However, on the main topic of is eloping cheaper than a traditional wedding, then we agree! Even the more extravagant adventure elopements are still cheaper than a traditional wedding.
Tips to Remember
The article also offers up three tips for a successful elopement and we definitely agree with all of them. First, they suggest that eloping couples do what feels right for them. This is something we have advocated for ourselves and it applies to all weddings. Your wedding day is about you so plan the day you really want! Not the day someone else expects of you! Second, Glam advises you to do a toast with your friends and family at a later date. This is an excellent way to include your loved ones in your wedding even if you can’t have them by your side on the day of the ceremony. You could always host a Post Elopement Party later. Finally, if you are going to be keeping your elopement a secret be careful who you share your plans with and think about how you will break the news to your family when the time comes!