Ever wondered what a magical land actually looks like?
I have. And I found it.
Thanks to Michelle and Rustin. They said their vows during a magical Cappadocia elopement in Turkey.
What a dream this was. For these two adventurous souls to fly me over from South Africa to capture their elopement was such a highlight of my 2019-year. 

Magical Cappadocia elopement

We managed to find a deserted spot somewhere in the valley. Not a soul to be found, just us three. We went to scout the previous day and banked on that this wat it. And sure enough … Suddenly we were surrounded by all the balloons. I will never forget the sound of the gas burners in the sky, waking up the otherwise silent valley.

Cappadocia: hot air balloons, camels and carpets

What a place to say your vows.
It’s like somebody indeed found the genie in the lamp, wished for a magical land, and there you have it – Cappadocia. There were hot-air balloons, fairy chimneys, camels, mystic valleys, magic kilim carpets and and and. I could go on forever. 

Elopement at Sultan Cave Suites

Michelle and Rustin stayed in the phenomenal Sultan Cave Suites, which also had a rooftop only accessible by the hotel’s guests. We couldn’t pass up the opportunity to take photos there too, during their casual session. It was the perfect ending to this incredible journey together.

Featured on Green Wedding Shoes

Our Cappadocia elopement adventure also got featured on Green Wedding Shoes, which was such a massive compliment. These two beautiful people have become my friends, I’m sure we’ll see each other again one day!

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