Congratulations to Rachel and Kyle! The newlyweds planned a gorgeous destination elopement in Tampa, FL with their closest friends and family. I’ve known Rachel since 2015 when we met studying abroad in Italy. While we were there, Kyle came to visit her and I met him while we were all there. It was an honor to get together again and be part of their special day here in Florida!
![bride and groom lean together touching noses on Lido Key Beach](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2022/10/Lido-Beach-Elopement_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_19.jpg)
Nashville TN Proposal
Rachel and Kyle got engaged in Nashville, TN where they live and had just bought a house together. With two of his sisters in two and it being a few days before their anniversary, Kyle proposed in a spontaneous way. Kyle proposed right before they signed their new contract on their house – at the top of their apartment overlooking Downtown Nashville. It was absolutely beautiful!
![groom holds bride's hand showing off wedding ring](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2022/10/Lido-Beach-Elopement_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_16.jpg)
![bride and groom hug on beach in Florida](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2022/10/Lido-Beach-Elopement_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_15.jpg)
Lido Key Beach Destination Elopement
Rachel and Kyle’s Lido Key Beach wedding was beautiful and intimate right on the beach in Lido Key. They both have family here in Florida and knew they’d be in town for a 4th of July trip, so Rachel proposed getting married while they were here. They planned this gorgeous microwedding quickly and celebrated with their loved ones! As their Tampa wedding photographer, I captured their gorgeous ceremony and then their newlywed portraits on the beach.
Their ceremony site was simple but I loved the florals on the arbor they chose. The blue and white florals matched the bouquet that Rachel carried. She wore a stunning off the shoulder gown with lace sleeves – and she looked absolutely gorgeous. Rachel and Kyle kept things simple and beautiful, which is one of my favorite things about microweddings. You can keep things simple, focus on what matters most, and celebrate with the people who mean everything to you!
![bride and groom kiss under floral arbor on Lido Key Beach](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2022/10/Lido-Beach-Elopement_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_8.jpg)
![details for beach wedding ceremony with flowers on arbor](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2022/10/Lido-Beach-Elopement_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_2.jpg)
![bride and groom kiss at end of aisle at Lido Key Beach](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2022/10/Lido-Beach-Elopement_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_11.jpg)
Tips for Planning a Destination Wedding
Planning a destination wedding – whether here in the states or abroad – can feel overwhelming. But, it can also be a lot of fun once you know where you want to celebrate your special day. For many couples, a destination wedding takes place in a location they love or somewhere they’ve always wanted to go. These weddings are often smaller and more intimate as a result. Read more tips here for planning your destination wedding! I love photographing destination wedding days both abroad and for couples who choose to celebrate here in Florida.
![ceremony arbor with florals at Lido Key Beach](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2022/10/Lido-Beach-Elopement_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_1.jpg)
![bride and groom exchange vows during beach elopement in Florida](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2022/10/Lido-Beach-Elopement_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_3.jpg)
![Lido Key Beach elopement in front of the water](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2022/10/Lido-Beach-Elopement_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_4.jpg)
![bride and groom hold hands standing on beach](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2022/10/Lido-Beach-Elopement_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_5.jpg)
![newlyweds exchange rings during Lido Key Beach elopement](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2022/10/Lido-Beach-Elopement_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_6.jpg)
![bride and groom kiss under floral arbor on beach](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2022/10/Lido-Beach-Elopement_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_7.jpg)
![bride and groom cheer during Lido Key Beach elopement](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2022/10/Lido-Beach-Elopement_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_9.jpg)
![newlyweds walk up aisle after Lido Key Beach elopement ceremony](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2022/10/Lido-Beach-Elopement_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_10.jpg)
![bride and groom pose with guests from beach wedding](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2022/10/Lido-Beach-Elopement_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_12.jpg)
![newlyweds lean heads together standing on beach at Lido Key Beach](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2022/10/Lido-Beach-Elopement_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_14.jpg)
![bride and groom kiss under floral arbor on beach wedding day](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2022/10/Lido-Beach-Elopement_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_13.jpg)
![bride and groom nuzzle noses while bride holds bouquet of white and blue flowers](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2022/10/Lido-Beach-Elopement_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_17.jpg)
![newlyweds kiss on Lido Key Beach](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2022/10/Lido-Beach-Elopement_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_18.jpg)
![bride and groom hold hands walking on beach](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2022/10/Lido-Beach-Elopement_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_22.jpg)
![bride poses in off-the-shoulder gown with lace sleeves holding white and blue bouquet](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2022/10/Lido-Beach-Elopement_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_20.jpg)
![groom leans to nuzzle bride's forehead on Lido Key Beach](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2022/10/Lido-Beach-Elopement_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_21.jpg)
![groom kisses bride's forehead on beach in Florida](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2022/10/Lido-Beach-Elopement_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_23.jpg)
![bride and groom kiss during Lido Key Beach wedding day](https://www.ruthterrerophoto.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/6837/2022/10/Lido-Beach-Elopement_Ruth-Terrero-Photography_24.jpg)
I love getting to capture these special moments so that you can remember your wedding day for the rest of your life! For me, your wedding day is so much more than just a day.
You deserve a wedding photographer who is invested in you and capturing every moment! Reach out and let’s connect to book your wedding day here in Florida (or around the world)!
Lido Key FL Wedding Vendors
Photographer: Ruth Terrero Photography
Planner: Tide The Knot Beach Weddings
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