We have all kinds of topics for you to consider so please take a few minutes (to click the below link topics) to peruse and contact us if you find something of interest to use for your Iceland wedding day (Note: We are happy to rent to non-clients too)!

Iceland Wedding Dresses

Iceland Wedding Bridal Accessories

Iceland Wedding Groom Accessories

Iceland Wedding Flowers

Iceland Wedding Ceremony Decor

Iceland Wedding Lighting

Iceland Wedding Signs

Iceland Wedding Reception Decor

Iceland Wedding Reception Centerpieces

Iceland Wedding Reception Linens

Iceland Wedding Votives and Vases

Iceland Wedding Place Card Holders and Table Numbers

MISC Iceland Wedding Rental Items

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Their stories.

Their moments.

Their adoration for each other.

Their level of adventure.

Frankly, I’m left speechless and seriously grateful.  We have THE.BEST.CLIENTS.EVER!  To Our Clients: Thank you for choosing us, trusting us, and for having so much freaking FUN!

I haven’t even gotten around to sharing all of this past years amazingness on the blog yet, so keep stalking this space!  …and as we look ahead to this next year, um I won’t even begin to tell you about our 2017 and 2018 clients because I may dare to say some of them are our most adventurous and most unique locations yet!

Then you add into the year’s mix that we (Davíð and I) eloped in the Lofoten Islands and honeymooned in the Maldives, it took the year’s status up a notch too!  So to say it’s been a fantastic year would be an understatement.  Thank you followers for coming along with us!  Today we’re going to share a little fun flashback of our favorite moments from this past year… Enjoy!

In the meantime, I’m anxious to start with our first wedding of the year on January 3rd and days later heading back to the famed Igloo Village for another epic adventure wedding!  Cheers to this being the best year yet!

With a smile, Ann Peters + Team (Iceland Adventure Wedding Planners)

The views during our client’s Iceland wedding day adventures left them (and us) speechless!  K+A’s thrilling elopement is one for the books!

Can you imagine proposing in Iceland with all this happening around you?! SWOON!

One of our brides this year strapped on a pair of crampons, tied up her dress, and did some hiking around one of Iceland’s 13 Glaciers for her Iceland elopement adventure! #badass

At the end of the hike, we found our way to a gorgeous ice cave for Iceland wedding photos!

Romantic Honeymoon adventures in Iceland!

Secret Caves + Nordic Wedding Days = Endless Smiles!

Rain during your Iceland wedding day creates MAGIC like THIS for your photos! #lucky

Did you see our adventurous elopement in the Lofoten Islands? If not, go back HERE.

After we eloped in the Lofoten Islands, we waited until I was done with my high wedding season (like end of November) and took a scuba diving adventure to the Maldives!  Follow us on Instagram or on our Your Adventure Wedding blog to see more!

Oh la la the dreamy season of the Icelandic lupines (which is between June 15-July 15th)!

Ever think about getting married in Iceland in April?  These two give you a ton of reasons to!

The guests that often attend our weddings in Patagonia!

How gorgeous is this Nordic adventure wedding in Norway?!

A secret waterfall wedding in Iceland, always makes my day!  Let’s flash back to Tim and Antonia’s epic Iceland wedding day, shall we?!

This shot was taken during daylight hours but it was so dark and mysterious in this deep canyon that we brought in our own love and light during this November Iceland elopement!

Did you know there are several waterfalls throughout Iceland that you can explore behind?

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Iceland wedding portraits in a 1,500 year old lava tube, anyone?!

Rainy Iceland wedding days with us are FUN!  Remember how hardcore these two were?

So so so much about Abby and Derek’s Iceland wedding day I loved!

The Icelandic landscape can change in a blink of an eye!  One of my favorite “Mars” looking areas!

Romantic Iceland couple’s sessions are becoming a new fave too this past year!

Iceland wedding proposals in front of ice caves?! #yesplease

We love when couples embrace the idea of exploring together on their wedding day like these two did during their Iceland elopement!

This November wedding in Iceland used every second of the daylight!

Can you imagine having this entire lighthouse on the most Southern tip of Iceland ALL to yourselves?  This amazing couple did for their Iceland luxury elopement!

Interested in an intimate Iceland wedding overlooking these gorgeous sea cliffs? Cassie and Kyle held a beautiful adventure this year!

Can I even begin to talk about Christophe and Mary’s 100+ Iceland wedding day?!

Amy and Israel had such a fun wedding in Southern Iceland!

I miss Jen and Jeff, did you see their Iceland wedding?

One of my favorite “how we met” stories gets awarded to Joe and Katie!  They had SUCH a dreamy elopement in Iceland!

Super secret lava tube cave wedding in Iceland! Did you catch Sheena and Todd’s daring day?

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Before you pop the champagne in celebration of choosing a destination wedding location and become totally intoxicated with the idea of getting married in Iceland, there are a few things you should know before you start Iceland Wedding Planning.  Today, we would like to advise you on 15 Things You Should Know Before Having a Wedding in Iceland…

1. Unpredictable Weather – No joke folks, Iceland is easily the most unruly weather place in the world. It doesn’t matter if you’re getting married in Iceland on December 1^st, July 1^st, or October 1^st.  You can have an Iceland wedding or elopement full of rain, sun, sleet, snow, sand storms, 15mph winds or gale force winds, who knows!  The weather being so unruly through is part of the reason why you have such a vibrant landscape scenes, especially in Southern Iceland.  You will need to come to terms with the possibility of challenging weather (and go out and play in it so you can get those AMAZING Iceland wedding photos, okay?), because there is a high probability that it may happen.  So please be prepared (IE, Rain gear, Hot Hands, Have your Iceland Hairstylist super pin your hair back/up, use MAC cosmetics – HELLO waterproof Iceland wedding makeup, and an Iceland Wedding Coat)!

2. Icelandic Holidays and Events– There are MANY. Why does this matter to you?  In the countryside, many times restaurants will have limited hours or be closed.  Also, if you will be having an Iceland Wedding or Icelandic Elopement, you will need to get your marriage paper work / license from the regional District Commissioner and they are closed on Icelandic Holidays and only work M-F (outside of holidays) typically from 9-2pm GMT.  Likewise many times Icelandic celebrants will not work on the National holidays so keep that in mind when choosing a Iceland wedding date.  Have a look HERE to peruse the dates.  It is also very important for you to know what events may be happening during your desired wedding date… The last thing you want to do is pick a day/weekend and location that is going to be way over populated and filled with people EVERYWHERE or worst yet, sharing your wedding space with another couple!  Note: Our clients need not worry because we do not plan weddings at mainstream locations where this happens.

3. Driving in Iceland: We have a fantastic previous blog post HERE on that topic. If you don’t want to read then at least click on the below:

www.safetravel.is

www.road.is

www.vedur.is

4. Iceland is not a cheap country, regardless of how cheap your plane ticket is.  It is in fact one of the most expensive in Europe and most certainly in the world.  Remember: Iceland is an ISLAND and most of everything is imported (including most food) making it high priced to eat, adventure, and shop. Examples: Rental cars here in summer for an economy car range between $80-100 USD per day; Breakfast for 1 person $18 USD; lunch for 1 person: $28-35 USD; Dinner $48-65 per person.  There are only 4 American fast-food joints here also, KFC, Taco Bell, Subway, Quiznos and they are still fairly expensive to American terms (no dollar menus like you’re use to).  So unless you only want your diet to consist of hot dogs, I would urge you to be ready and save up.

5. Credit Cards (VISA / Master Card) are accepted 98% of the places you’ll go and most restaurants will also take AMEX. No need to exchange money (ISK – Iceland Kronurs) unless paying people on your Iceland wedding day (Celebrant, Iceland Hairstylist or Makeup Artist) or unless you want to buy a Pylsur from the famous hot dog stand or a snack from the downtown Reykjavik food trucks.

6. Icelandair “My Stopover” – This is one tidbit I wish was happening way back when I was first married here in Iceland (way back when before it was cool) because I think my guests would have LOVED to take advantage of it. What is Icelandair’s offer of a “Stop Over?”  They allow you to do a practically “free” stop in Iceland for up to 7 days on the beginning of your trip or after it.  Which means you could fly from NYC to Iceland (hold your Iceland wedding or elopement) for up to 7 days and then go honeymoon in some other awesome European destinations (like to Norway, France, Scotland, etc).

7. Natural Wonders in Iceland can be Dangerous!  No joke folks and that perfect Instagram photo or selfie is not worth your life, okay?  Examples of where to take heed:

• Fjadrargljufur Canyon – Heed the roped path okay? The place is often a mud slip-and-slide and falling 200 meters isn’t on the Iceland wedding agenda.

• Geysir – Stand behind the designated ropes because I promise, 3^rd degree burns will ruin your Golden Circle tour.

• Gullfoss Waterfall – In winter (December-March) the path down to the waterfall is closed for a reason and the reason is because it is ICY and you could plummet to your Niagara Falls style death. But then during Spring/Summer/Fall – Don’t take silly risks either.  The other day I saw a photographer on Instagram post a photo of a couple standing on a moss cliff edge inches from the powerful waterfall (search the “icelandwedding” hashtags for around May 11^th 2016 and you’ll see it).  Moss/Dirt piles are unstable and dangerous and that is why you should not venture off the roped path. Too many tourists before you have made that area unstable and you could now be the one that serves as the risky example.  Think about consequences, not “the perfect shot,” okay?

• Godafoss / Dettifoss Waterfall (Northern Iceland waterfalls) – Be careful here too folks. The above warning applies to these waterfalls too.

• Jökulsárlon Glacier Lagoon – So we all know ice melts and is generally unstable, right? Only hop onto ice that is fully stable on LAND, not with water under it.  Otherwise you could be a laughed at news article and face fines if the Iceland Search and Rescue team have to come rescue you like these silly tourists.

• Reynisfjara Beach – This beach is gorgeous, yes. However during the winter months (November-April) this location has limited accessibility because of the strong currents/waves.  So the cave or the basalt rocks will not be accessible to you, so just come back in summer okay?  But know, even in summer venturing out into the water at this black sand beach is not a good idea.  Remember what I said about strong currents?  I’m not joshing.

Don’t tempt fate and respect nature.

8. Arctic Char: It’s more delicious than salmon, order it wherever you go and never ever be disappointed.

9. Best Places to see Icelandic Wildlife:

• Reindeer Deer – Egilsstaðir (Eastern Iceland)
• Puffins – Vestmannaeyjar or Dyrholaey (Southern Iceland)
• Whales – Husavik (Northern Iceland)
• Arctic Foxes – Hornstrandir /Ísafjarðardjúp (Westfjords)

10. If you’re planning on going the budget route and camp around Iceland, I encourage you to get the “Camping Card.”

11. Duty Free Upon Arrival is one of my favorite things about flying into Iceland. Why?  Mainly because the alcohol sold there has a better selection and a fraction of the cost of what it costs in stores around the country. Second, because you can order online and in advance.  So for someone who HATES shopping, I can place my order online, give them the reference number upon landing and then they have it ready and ring it all up for me right then and there.  You should try it out, HERE.  Also see a calculator for how much alcohol you can purchase upon arrival HERE.  Remember though, you still must stay within the usual customs boundaries if you do not wish to pay duty.  See those rules again HERE.

12. Tax Free Shopping all around the country! Most of the places you’ll want to buy Icelandic wool sweaters, blankets, souvenirs, etc, have a Global Blue sticker outside of their door which means you’ll get money back (if you spend more than 6,000 ISK per purchase).  So make sure you ask for the form / receipt upon check out if the location participates!  Fill it out and then when you’re leaving Iceland, you will follow the signs to “Tax Refund.”

13. Will your phone work in Iceland? Check with your provider before you come here.  Otherwise… If you’re not going to be doing “f-roads” or offbeat adventuring and you have a GPS with Icelandic maps installed, then you can get away with just using your cell phones on wifi.  Best option: If you have “unlocked” phones you can buy a SIM card to put in your phone (they sell in the Duty Free Shop nearby to where you get your checked luggage).  Otherwise another option would be buying a cheap prepaid phone at duty free upon arrival, but I would suggest you pre-buy to ensure they have ready and in stock when you arrive.  See HERE.

14. Grocery Stores in Iceland:
    1. Best American grocery items store: Kostur (sadly this store has no closed!)
    2. Hagkaup
    3. Kronan
    4. Bonus (cheapest)
    5. Netto (later hours)
    6. Costco (Note: They sell U.K products, not American)

15. Buying Alcohol in Iceland: Where can you buy Icelandic Beer, Spirits, Wine, and Champagne?  There is only one company allowed to sell outright and that is as follows:  Vinbudin.  Note: You can not buy alcohol in grocery stores (sorry my American friends).

I hope this informational post has helped you begin your planning for your Iceland wedding!

With a smile, Ann Peters + Team (Iceland Adventure Wedding Planners + Photographers)

© 2016, Iceland Wedding Planner /  Photos by Miss Ann, All Rights Reserved.

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Dearest Clients, Fans, and Friends:

I want to take this post to be very candid with you.  You, my fabulous readers might have noticed a bit of a change in my Iceland Wedding Planner posts beginning in June of last year to now.  IE: The tone, my team changes, the direction my blog was heading, and the very big announcement at New Years that I would be officially splitting my time between the USA, Iceland and the other amazing Nordic Countries.

Well, everyone loves a good story, right?  This past year for me personally, has been filled with some pretty life changing ones.  Honestly, I have debated for months on whether or not to share this very personal side of my life…  But as a public blogger, international wedding planner, and a destination wedding photographer I believe it’s important to connect personally and professionally.  So that being said, I want you to understand something about me, I’m authentic.  At no point will you see me pretending to be something I’m not, nor will I apologize for being who I am.  …so that being said, please buckle your seat-belts and read on if I’ve peaked your curiosity =)

My Story:

If you read my early Iceland Wedding Planner blog posts you know a little history about me… Like that I have always been a businesswoman, avid traveler, adventurer (fervent extreme sports enthusiast – climbing/skydiving, etc) and was a serial dater before I met the man I would marry in Iceland in April of 2012.  Over the last 2.5 years of writing this wonderful Iceland Wedding Planning blog, life shifted into perspective for me, passions emerged, and big decisions needed to be made in order to move forward, be happy, and to do what I ultimately love for the rest of my life.  It’s always been a mantra of mine to ensure I live life fully and never have regrets.  I don’t ever want to be sitting on the sidelines wishing I would have made that leap to take that risk that would change the course of my life or even the world, I’d rather JUST DO IT.  Life doesn’t wait for you to be ready and time passes too quickly to say “one day I will” because let’s be honest, you probably won’t.

As you can probably tell, I’m an entrepreneur to the core and have been since I was 12 years old (what, I’m over 30 now, lol?!).  People either love or hate this about me, but that’s just it – that’s me and you cannot change it, it’s in my bones.  If I don’t challenge myself to come up with new/expand business ventures or fill up a page a week in my “Brilliant Ideas” book I’m disappointed in myself.

Always being an independent woman (huge props to my single mom), having to create my successes on my own, and accomplishments from nothing – I found marriage to be really tough for me.  Especially since I married someone who didn’t understand the notion of having to struggle in life, ever.  Everyone kept telling me that the first year is the “hardest” but then year two came and it felt even harder.  Feelings of never being “good enough” were constant, along with an endless amount of criticism that was unwarranted.  …and who in their first year of marriage, slaps their well-traveled audacious spouse with a “no travel” mandate (unless it was for business)?  Hence the start of the Iceland Wedding Planner business in October of 2012 =) As soon as I said “I do” I felt like my adventures, decisions, and future were being trapped, tamed, and held back.  Awful, awful feeling for an entrepreneur.

As my businesses grew and my enthusiasm increased, my husband sadly did not share the same excitement for me, the growth, nor was he on board with my Nordic adventure wedding concept.  In fact, he would downplay the value and potential to our friends, family, and anyone we would meet.  It’s called respect and every marriage needs it.  I’m not trying to play saint here either folks- I’ve made a lot of mistakes, but I’ve owned up to them, and allowed them to build my character.  In the end, the most important thing is that: I tried.  Uttering the word “divorce” is not easy to someone (like me) who respects, values, and appreciates the hell out of love, romance, and the solemn institute of marriage.  But it sadly was a subject that had to be faced in my world.  FACT: You only have 1 life and it is far too short to spend it unhappy, unfulfilled, or walking around on eggshells.  This past year has revived me back to my fabulous sparkly self as I emerged from the fire.  So who is that?  Outside of what you read on my “about” page I am…

ME:

Endlessly energetic, optimistic, smile to no end, laugh a lot, bold, thrive on adventure, I love love, people, and challenges.  I have a crazy attention to detail, awesome with logistics on anything anywhere, have a serious passion for wedding planning, wedding photography and Iceland.

Fun Facts About Me:

• Firm believer in seeking experiences, not things.
• I’ll push your adventure limits… You’ll say “uncle” before I do =)
• I believe the best stories in the world are the pages in your passport!
• I write blog posts on boarding passes.
• Just about every sentence I write ends with an exclamation point (so you can feel my enthusiasm)!
• I curse in excitement, don’t be offended.
• I am really good at extreme sports (but suck at organized sports, except hockey).
• Somehow over the last 15 years, I have photographed over 500 weddings all over the world.
• I own more dresses than pants (200 vs. 2 pairs, lol), yes seriously.
• I have skydived on almost every continent.
• Climbed on over 30 glaciers.
• Have a serious shoe collection and it consists mostly of Sorel boots, Badgley Mischkas, or Betsey Johnson polka dot heels.
• I have a crazy sweet exotic Bengal cat named, Oliver. He plays fetch.
• Huge fan of Instagram, connect with me lets share cool stuff!
• Own several fun business ventures: Your Adventure Wedding, Photos by Miss Ann, Iceland Wedding Planner, and Nordic Wedding Planner.
• It’s likely I’ll have pink hair when we meet.
• My clients always end up being my friends!
• I dare you to tell me something I “can’t” do.

To celebrate the kick off of my new life endeavors, I took a trip to the mecca of champagne.  After all, marriages begin with toasts, champagne, and smiles so they shall end with those things as well, right?  I spent several magical days with my closest friends in Paris and Reims France.  We shared more laughs, inside jokes, and bubbles than we could handle, it was epic!  Then came the most shocking thing… I dared to get in FRONT of the camera!  A huge thanks to the super sweet Erika Gerdemark Photography, for documenting!  She has been kind enough to allow me to share these tremendously fun images with you below.  Also check out the Offbeat Empire Blog for a feature of my Freedom Session!

Thank you followers, for reading, supporting, and sharing this very exciting time in my life!  Now back to planning and photographing your incredibly awesome adventurous Iceland weddings…

With a smile, Ann Peters (Iceland Wedding Photographer and Planner)

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