Author name: Marcia

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 […]

The Secret to a Private French Quarter Courtyard Elopement Most couples who dream of a New Orleans elopement picture Jackson Square. While that location is iconic, it is rarely private – quite the opposite actually! Fun…yes! But not quaint. If you want the historic charm of the French Quarter without the crowds, you have to

The Best Online Stores for Minimalist Elopement Dresses The 5 Best Online Stores for Minimalist Elopement Dresses (Perfect for New Orleans!) Planning an elopement in New Orleans? Good. You picked the best place. It is romance and history and celebration all in one. Now you need a dress that works for the city. Forget heavy

Welcome to Ibay Photography, specializing in all-inclusive elopement packages New Orleans. Since 2014, Marcia Ibay has photographed over 360 elopements. We handle timelines, logistics, and vendor coordination for stress-free weddings in the French Quarter and City Park. Thinking about eloping in New Orleans is exciting, but trying to tally up the separate costs for permits,

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

Getting Married in New Orleans: Big Weddings vs. All-Inclusive Elopements So, you’re thinking about getting married in New Orleans? Excellent choice. This city pulses with a romance all its own, a vibrant energy that becomes a part of every love story celebrated within its parish. But once that question pops (or has popped!), a bigger

How to Plan a Beautiful Vow Renewal in New Orleans When Natalia emailed me about a last-minute vow renewal just three days away, I was already in. Midweek ceremonies are some of my favorites—especially when there’s a good surprise involved. Natalia and Adam were in New Orleans celebrating their one-year anniversary. But Adam didn’t know

            If the thought of getting married in Jackson Square surrounded by tour groups doesn’t exactly thrill you—you’re in the right place. I’ve been helping couples skip the stress and say “hell yes” to eloping in New Orleans for over a decade, and I can tell you this…some of the

All-Inclusive Sailboat Elopement Packages to Say I Do at Sunset Sail into your wedding day like it’s the best decision you ever made (because it is). Most weddings are stuck on land. Yours doesn’t have to be. If you don’t light up at the thought of a ballroom. If you’d rather feel the wind in

  Thinking about eloping in New Orleans? First of all: I love your taste. Whether you’re dreaming of Spanish moss, jazz in the streets, or a ceremony with zero pressure and all the soul—NOLA brings it.   But before you book that flight or say yes to the dress, let’s get into the real stuff.

Algiers Courthouse Wedding Alternatives – 5 Stunning NOLA Elopement Spots & 3 easy steps to eloping legally in New Orleans (2026 Guide) If you’re planning a New Orleans elopement or small wedding, chances are you’ve heard about the Algiers Courthouse as a popular wedding spot. For years, it was a hidden gem on the West