Best Time To Start Planning a Yosemite Wedding

Couples always ask when is the best time to start planning their Yosemite wedding (even Elopements).  The short answer;  Now.  If you are reading this that means you are engaged and interested in a Yosemite Wedding or your about to be engaged “wink”.  Yosemite is a tourist destination and a popular one at that.  Many of […]

New Yosemite Adventure Elopements

  Want a little Adventure with your elopement?   Gorgeous photos with views that you have all to yourselves? Take advantage of AddyRose Design’s,  New Yosemite Adventure Elopement Packages! Sites like Half Dome Taft Point Cathedral Lake Lembert Dome Tuolumne Meadows Columbia Rock Many others   Adventure Elopement Packages Short Hike (30min – 1hr) Planning assistance, […]

2017 Yosemite Elopement Packages

Yes!     AddyRose Design’s,  Yosemite Elopement Packages for 2017 are here!   Dream of a….. Simple, Romantic, Stress Free, Wedding Day with Gorgeous Photos?  Our all inclusive Elopement Packages do just that!     To give you a peek at what we offer here are a few of our packages… Package 1 Planning assistance Online […]

2015 Yosemite Elopement Packages

We are excited for a new year full of Lovely couples wanting to elope in Yosemite!  AddyRose Design has their new 2015 packages ready to make the experience simple and memorable!       Packages Includes Planning assistance, online wedding planning site, vendor booking* and elopement day schedule creation Photography Officiant Hair & Makeup Bridal […]

Gorgeous Wedding Photos

Yosemite is such an easy place to take gorgeous photos.  Wherever you turn there is another opportunity to capture something spectacular.  The trick is having enough time in your wedding day schedule to take those photos. Here are some tips to make sure that you have enough time to take the photos your longing for. […]

Pet’s And Your Yosemite Wedding

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There are some of us that have pets that are as close as family! So of course you want them as part of your Special Day! Since Yosemite is a large wild life area we want to give you tips to keep your pets safe and comfortable. First you need a pet friendly location to […]

Confirm It In Writing

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  Get everything in writing! When planning a destination wedding most communication with vendors and venues, is either done by email or phone.  There are many times that a phone call is much easier then trying to explain things by email.  In these situations you will want a pad of paper with you so that […]

Never go without these

Last time I told you about hand warmers, which are precious little packets that keep you warm when out in the cool weather.  Another item that is equally invaluable are a good pair of shoes.  If you plan on traipsing through the Valley to get some gorgeous pics, then good shoes are necessary!  I know you will have […]

Sweet Little Warmers

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The weather is cold here in the Mountains.  Which encourages snuggling (my favorite) and warm clothes.  It is however, not fun, to stand in your wedding dress and take photos. So today’s tip is…… hand warmers.   They are handy little things you can stick in your pocket, or between your hands and your bouquet.  They […]

Marriage License

There are often times many questions as to what you may need to obtain a marriage license.  We wanted to give you some basics along with some helpful links to guide you through the process.   Basics.. Obtain a Marriage License at any California county clerks office. Marriage License is Valid 90 days from date […]