Brad & Elyza’s Dream Joshua Tree Elopement 🌵✨

Brad and Elyza knew from the very beginning that a just-us Joshua Tree elopement package was the perfect way to get married. Drawn to the raw beauty and laid-back vibe of the desert, they flew all the way from Vermont to say their vows in Southern California. Their day was intentional, adventurous, and completely centered on what mattered most to them.

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Why They Chose a Joshua Tree Elopement Package 💍

One of the biggest reasons Brad and Elyza chose a Joshua Tree elopement package was the flexibility and experience it offered. Joshua Tree is filled with stunning landscapes, unique rock formations, and some of the most photogenic vacation rentals in California. They rented a modern desert home with sweeping views all to themselves—an inspiring space that set the tone for the entire day 🏡✨.

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Getting Ready & First Look at Their Airbnb 🌞

Their elopement day began with Elyza receiving professional hair and makeup services right at their Airbnb 💄. Once ready, Brad and Elyza shared a quiet first look before taking photos around their beautifully designed rental. One of the unexpected highlights? A quick stop to photograph an abandoned toilet they spotted in the middle of the desert—perfectly capturing Joshua Tree’s funky, artistic charm 🚽🎨.

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Their Ceremony in Joshua Tree National Park 🌄

A Custom Joshua Tree Elopement Experience

Inside Joshua Tree National Park, Brad and Elyza chose their own ceremony backdrop, making the moment even more meaningful. It was a peaceful Monday afternoon, and they had the area almost entirely to themselves. After exchanging personal vows, they celebrated with a beer toast 🍻 and took time to simply be together.

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Adventure, Photos & a Perfect Ending ✨

Their Joshua Tree elopement package continued with relaxed, adventurous photos among Joshua Trees, climbing boulders, and ending at iconic Arch Rock. The day wrapped up back at their Airbnb with a private chef preparing dinner—a perfect ending to a laid-back, unforgettable elopement 🌙🍽️.

If you’re dreaming of a meaningful, adventure-filled desert wedding, a Joshua Tree elopement package might be exactly what you’re looking for 💛.

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