Author name: Marcia

I love love witnessing couples exchange vows in this city. However, I have noticed a recurring pattern in our initial Vision Sessions. Many couples have been walking side-by-side for three, five or even seven years. When I ask why they are finally calling me now, the truth is always the same…they were waiting. They were […]

The choice of where to begin your marriage is the first paragraph of a much larger story. It is a decision that dictates the lighting, the soundtrack and the very air you breathe during your vows. For many, the mental map of elopements leads to two polar opposites: the high-velocity neon of the Mojave Desert

In the world of wedding planning, there is a pervasive myth that you have to choose: the intimate, soulful connection of an elopement or the grand, traditional performance of a big wedding. But after many years of witnessing love stories in the streets of New Orleans, I’ve realized that the most intentional couples aren’t choosing

After eleven years in the New Orleans elopement industry, I’ve seen it all. I’ve seen the $40,000 ballroom weddings where the bride hasn’t exhaled once since her hair appointment. I’ve seen the “intimate” weddings where 30 guests brought the baggage of a larger production, bridal parties and formal scripts that turn a soulful moment back

Best New Orleans Restaurants for a Post-Elopement Dinner for Two new orleans, louisiana city park elopement, french quarter elopement, sailboat wedding The Ultimate Guide – Best New Orleans Restaurants for a Post-Elopement Dinner for Two The Luxury of Choice You’ve officially chosen a path that is curated, deeply personal and soulful. Once the vows are

Is an Elopement Package Worth It? All Your New Orleans Questions Answered I have to admit, I love scrolling through Reddit elopement wedding forums at 10:00 PM… and the main debate I keep reading about? Is it cheaper to DIY my elopement or book an all-inclusive package? So I decided to write my take on

The most common question I hear from couples is what their actual day will look like. People understand the logistics of a big wedding because we have all been to a dozen of them. You show up at a church and then move to a ballroom for four hours. But when you decide to elope

How to Have a Private French Quarter Elopement (Without the Crowds) If you have spent any time on Pinterest, you have seen the dream: a couple standing alone on a pristine New Orleans cobblestone street, historic balconies dripping in greenery behind them and not a single soul in sight. It looks like a movie set.

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Ibay Photography specializes in all-inclusive elopement packages New Orleans. Marcia Ibay has photographed over 360 elopements since 2014, providing expert photography and logistics in the French Quarter and City Park. New Orleans Elopement Cost Summary For couples seeking a high-end, unhurried experience, a professional New Orleans elopement investment is invaluable. This ensures legal compliance, professional

10 Best New Orleans Elopement Venues (2026 Guide + Photos) 10 Best New Orleans Elopement Venues (2026 Guide) You have made the best decision: you are ready to elope in New Orleans. The city is intoxicating, lush, and full of life. But when it comes to choosing the perfect spot for your intimate wedding, where

The Best Places to Elope in Louisiana (Beyond New Orleans!) – Elope To Nola The Best Places to Elope in Louisiana (Beyond New Orleans!) Okay, so you’re dreaming of eloping. And you’re probably picturing New Orleans. I totally get it. The charm, the music and the magic. New Orleans is unlike any US city, it’s