California-Based Worldwide
Destination Elopement Photographer
Intentional celebrations in breathtaking places, photographed with care.
A destination elopement takes everything people love about getting married and turns the volume up in the best way.
You’re not just choosing a beautiful place to get married. You’re choosing a shared experience. New streets, new flavors, new views, and the kind of day, or a week that feels like a story you’ll tell for the rest of your lives. The stories you’ll bring home are the point. They become part of the foundation of your relationship, the way you choose to celebrate, and the way you’ll remember what mattered most.
And it’s not only for the two of you. If you invite family or a few close friends, it becomes a trip everyone actually feels. A family meal you’ll talk about for years. A hike at sunrise. A city night that turns into a toast. The wedding is woven into the wedding experience, not separated from it.
The best part is how naturally it flows into your honeymoon. No hard stop. No rush back to real life. Just more time in a place you chose on purpose, already in celebration mode, fully present.
A destination wedding can be intimate and effortless, while still feeling elevated, meaningful, and completely unforgettable.
We knew we made the right choice long before the photos arrived.
“ We are so glad we chose Will. He made our day beyond exceptional. He’s personable and easy to get along with, which made the day run so smoothly. Before the wedding, we had plenty of face time with Will, where he went over the details, answered so many questions, and was available anytime we wanted to jump on a call to go over planning. We had a few weather changes, but he was prepared for any unforeseen circumstances and location shifts. We knew we had made the right choice long before our day, and receiving our photos confirmed it all over again. “
Autumn & Shawn | Switzerland
Meet Will Khoury
Your Destination Elopement & Wedding Photographer
Travel has always been a part of my life, and it’s a big part of who I am and how I photograph. Growing up in Jerusalem, surrounded by people from all over the world, shaped my curiosity to explore and experience new places and cultures. Being a photographer makes it even more meaningful because I get to do it alongside incredible people celebrating their wedding in a creative and intentional way.
Having a destination elopement or intimate wedding is so exciting and opens up some wonderful opportunities for some incredible locations and stories focused on your experience. And if you don’t know where to start, then you’ve come to the right place, and I can’t wait to hear about your wedding day plans and guide you in how to bring your vision to life.
Have a location or a wild idea in mind?
Reach out, tell me all about it, and let's craft an amazing experience for your wedding day & celebration.
Choose the adventure.
The stillness.
Or a little of both.
“ Will helped us with our trip in Italy, we were thrilled eloping in the Dolomites with a follow-up photoshoot in Venice, and his suggestions were thoughtful and never felt generic or recycled. ”
Nina & Will | Dolomites & Venice, Italy
A Quick Note On How I Work
Being a destination elopement photographer isn’t about showing up and finding a pretty view. While that also matters, it’s about creating space for you to actually enjoy the day, then photograph what unfolds.
I’ll give direction when you want it, step back when you don’t, and keep things moving with calm leadership. The result is simple: a day that feels like you, and photos that hold onto the feeling.
I believe the best photos come from understanding your vision, your personalities, and how you want the day to feel before I ever pick up the camera.
My close involvement with planning is intentional and purposeful.
After years of photographing couples, it is only right for me to show up fully aware of your plans, what you love, how you envision the day, how you connect, and your comfort level with me as your photographer.
This understanding creates amazing experiences and results in genuine, beautiful, in-the-moment photos you'll treasure for years to come.
Included With Every Destination Collection
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All Inclusive Travel Collections
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Analog Film Photography
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Elopement Guide + Permits/Visas/ Marriage License Help
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Signature Artistic & Creative Photography
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Personalized & Relaxed Photography Timeline
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Location Recommendations
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Creative Direction & Posing Guidance
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Multi-Day Flexible Reservation
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Creative Drone Photography
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Multiple Meetings & Ongoing Planning Support
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Personalized Activity with Flexible Timelines
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Beautifully Curated Digital Wedding Gallery
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Printing Photo Options to Tangible Memories
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Complimentary Heirloom Album Design
What If We Don’t Know Where To Get Married?
If you’re drawn to too many beautiful locations, know that you’re on the right track, and you can get in touch with me even before any of it is figured out.
This actually puts you at an advantage because when you bring me on as your photographer, I can visually guide you on what works best based on your priorities.
Think of this as having someone to provide all the recommendations you need to make an educated decision. This includes travel guidance, the right season, packing tips, what to expect, and so much more.
To make matters even easier, I offer a flexible booking option for a no-date, no-location plan, specifically designed for couples in your position.
If you’re still dreaming up what your experience could look like, start by going through my Top Destination Elopement Locations.
“ Right from the start, Will was very communicative and helped with planning and scheduling. He did all the research on locations in Italy, which made everything so easy because all we had to do was show up and enjoy. The day was fun and casual, and we had an absolute blast, which shows in our pictures. ”
Steph & Choy | Positano, Italy
Scouted & Bucket list destinations
What Are Scouted Wedding Destinations?
Scouted elopement and wedding destinations are places I’ve personally explored and photographed, with real wedding days in mind. That matters because destination planning gets way easier for you (and way more elevated) when we’re able to collaborate on choosing the right area, the right time of day, and the right experience based on what actually works in real life, not just what looks good online. You get curated recommendations for stays, routes, portraits, and the “trust me, I know a spot” approach, plus a plan that’s built around smooth logistics, beautiful light, and your priorities. The goal is simple: you show up, feel taken care of, and walk away with a vacation-turned-wedding that looks as good as it felt.
Mexico City |
Guatemala |
Argentina |
Portugal |
Iceland |
Belize |
France |
Switzerland |
Palestine & Israel |
Greece |
Morocco |
Indonesia |
Netherlands |
Jordan |
Cyprus |
Turkey |
Italy |
Mexico City | Guatemala | Argentina | Portugal | Iceland | Belize | France | Switzerland | Palestine & Israel | Greece | Morocco | Indonesia | Netherlands | Jordan | Cyprus | Turkey | Italy |
Beautiful Scouted Locations
Destination Elopement Photography Bucket List
Bucket list destinations are places I’m actively prioritizing and pre-scouting for couples who want something iconic, meaningful, and a little unreal. These locations inspire the way I see, photograph, and tell stories, so it’s never treated like “just a photoshoot”; it’s an experience you’ll remember for the rest of your lives.
With Bucket List Locations, you receive the same detailed support: flexible timeline guidance, experience-based location ideas, and a calm, dialed approach throughout the whole process.
I’m honored and grateful to couples who trusted me in the past to capture their special moments in amazing, inspiring places, and I'm always excited to see where your celebration takes us next.
Bucket List Destinations
Scotland |
Japan |
Chile |
Norway |
Thailand |
Vietnam |
Dubai |
Peru |
Bolivia |
Brazil |
Philippines |
Scotland | Japan | Chile | Norway | Thailand | Vietnam | Dubai | Peru | Bolivia | Brazil | Philippines |
Bucket list locations are prioritized and receive dedicated custom collections.
If your plans are flexible, you’re feeling spontaneous, and your vision aligns with a location I’m prioritizing, I’ll share the best way to structure coverage, the specific locations that inspire me, and travel details so we can bring it to life.
“ We were married abroad in Iceland, and Will invested so much time, effort, and energy into planning our day to make sure he captured exactly what we were looking for. We had numerous calls and emails before the wedding, and he came prepared with multiple backup plans for the weather, which made us feel so taken care of. He was professional, kind, and thorough, and also a calming, reassuring presence on the day when little hiccups came up. Looking through our photos transports us back to the incredible landscapes of Iceland, and we’ll cherish them forever. “
Susan & Justin | Iceland
What’s the Next Step?
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Get in Touch
Head to my contact page and share what you’re planning. Even if it's in the early stages, you’ll get personalized guidance to start shaping an intentional experience for photos you’ll love.
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Lets Chat
This is where everything starts to come together. Schedule a consult call to talk through your ideas, and align your vision. You’ll leave with clear, actionable next steps for planning and photography.
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Let’s Plan, Together
Where your vision starts taking shape. Reserve your day, and I’ll guide you step by step to dial in the plan, build your timeline and locations, and bring your vision to life with photos that feel effortless and true to you.
Ready For Your Adventure?
“Our wedding day was in Portugal, and Will brought such a strong sense of calm and intention to the experience. His layout and timing allowed the day to flow so smoothly, and our second-day sunset session became one of the highlights of the entire experience. The gallery itself was breathtaking, and what stood out most was how all the emotion of the day was captured. Looking through it brings back every feeling.”
Shy & Andrew | Portugal
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Your destination wedding experience is intentional from the start.
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Destination Weddings, Micro Weddings & Elopements
Frequently Asked Questions
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A destination wedding or elopement is a wedding that takes place away from where you live, in a location chosen for the experience, scenery, or meaning it holds for you. It can be an elopement for just the two of you, an intimate wedding with a few friends or family, or a micro wedding that feels similar to a traditional wedding but with fewer guests. Regardless of size or direction, the focus is usually on creating a memorable experience in a place you are excited to be.
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Travel and all its fun layers are built into my destination wedding packages whenever possible, so everything is simplified and clear from the start. I handle travel planning on my end and include travel as all-inclusive in your photography package, so you don't have to deal with surprise costs, added logistics, or extra planning later.
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The days and hours of coverage depend on what you want documented. Some couples only need wedding day coverage, while others want a welcome dinner, rehearsal coverage, or a day-after session for a possible local adventure (those make the best memories). Most destination weddings benefit from more than one day of coverage, so the story feels complete, and the pace stays relaxed. Destination Packages are flexible as well, so you do not need to figure out the total coverage needs when you inquire or book. We can figure all that out later together, based on your needs.
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Yes. Absolutely! This is a big part of what I do as your photographer. I will help you build a timeline around the best light, travel time, location access, and how you want the day to feel, so everything flows well and the photos look their best.
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Yes. I’m happy to share full galleries so you can see how I document a full wedding day from start to finish. This is also a great way to get inspiration, see coverage in different lighting, a variety of candid and creative photos, adapt to different locations, and document the small and big moments.
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For popular seasons and destinations, it's best to book 6–12+ months ahead. Booking early gives us more time to plan locations, permits, travel logistics, and a timeline, leading to a smoother experience and better photos.
Still Got Questions?
Awesome! There’s nothing we love more than helping couples bring their wildest idea to life. Get in touch, tell us all about it, and let's make this process easy.