Consider us your Photographer, Wedding Planner, Vendor curation, Travel Guide, Travel Consultant, Day-of-Coordinator, Officiant, and Adventure Buddies… and that’s just the start!
Seven years back, we embarked on an incredible journey as a company. Drawing inspiration from Norway's stunning landscapes, where company founder Michaela Potterbaum spent over a decade exploring, the idea sparked to bring couples together on those majestic mountaintops that had stolen her heart. The vision was born: crafting upscale wedding packages where couples just needed to show up and let the magical adventure unfold.
That's the soul of our mission.
The world has seen a remarkable shift since then, especially with the global pandemic shaking things up. Intimate weddings and elopements have become the name of the game, a trend that's swept across the globe. While big weddings are making a comeback, there's a growing crowd moving past tradition to elope somewhere beautiful, embracing the freedom to make their own rules.
Fast-forward seven years, and our adventures have taken on a whole new level. We've expanded our line up of packages to cover elopement options on two continents, in over 8 locations.
Promise Mountain has unfolded to be a team full of incredible artisans, a mix of those in the spotlight and behind the scenes – that pour their heart and soul into giving our couples the most wonderful journey of a lifetime.
We're here to turn these wedding dreams into real, breathtaking moments for the incredible couples we're honored to serve.
Here's to the greatest adventure on earth...
-Michaela and the PM team
First Image is of: Michaela Potterbaum © 2021 By Caroline Stremic — Second Image is of: Caroline Stremic © 2019 By Michaela Potterbaum
Promise Mountain FAQ
+ Do we have to be outdoorsy and/or physically fit people to be able to enjoy and keep up with these "adventure" packages?
Glad you asked. The simple answer is no. Although it will always be a plus to be in shape and ready to enjoy the landscape our locations have to offer, we have pre-selected stunning locations that most people in average shape can easily access and enjoy. If you or any of your guests have mobility issues, please let us know and we will try to find locations that can accommodate those needs.
+ How does weather factor into these packages?
Our mantra is: It always works out! On occasion, this might mean shooting in windy or partially wet conditions, but we love the mood it creates in our images. If the planned ceremony time is hindered by limiting weather conditions such as rain/wind, we will consider our options and potentially move the ceremony location elsewhere or re-schedule for later in the day (or in rare cases) the following day. Please stay flexible and open minded for the ceremony and photo shoot and we promise to deliver amazing images no matter what the day brings!
+ How do legalities work when it comes to being married in your locations?
In Norway: If you are not a Norwegian citizen, you will need to be married legally in the country of origin before coming to Norway to do the mountaintop ceremony. Our packages include a legally certified officiant, however, for non Norwegians, this means we offer the "symbolic ceremony” only. Not the legal part of it. If you have more questions regarding this, please don't hesitate to ask us.
In any US National Parks: We recommend getting legally married ahead of time to avoid needing to get local courthouse paperwork upon arrival. We usually still need a wedding permit, but being on the safe side with wedding legalites on a county level can save a lot of headache later on. We traditioanlly offer the symbolic ceremony side of things.
For Southeast and MT USA packages: We are happy to offer fully ordained officiants if you choose to get a local marriage license upon arrival in any of those states.
+ What time of year are your packages available?
Norway: May-October (Spring through Fall) Feb 20th to March 31st (Winter)
Glacier National Park Elopements: June through September (Best time is Mid July to Early August)
Ireland: Year Round (Best time is April through October)
Southeast USA: Mid March-June and September-Early November
Pacific Northwest: Mid March-Early November
Other Location Info coming soon
+ Where are we based?
While we have wedding teams on the ground in each of our locations, our lead planning and client experience team is in Nashville, TN USA. This means you will work with locals and non-locals alike depending on your particular package. We love supporting small businesses in each of the regions we work in!
+ Can we bring our own priest or wedding officiant?
Due to logistical reasons, we prefer to work with our own officiants. In some cases, we are able to make exceptions to this. If you have a question regarding our officiants, please ask!
+ Can we bring our family or friends?
Yes! We currently offer private elopements, and group elopements for up to 15 guests (guest count varies by locations).
+ We’d love to purchase a package, but in another location not on your list. Is this possible?
Yes! We now offer the ability to customize a package anywhere in Europe, North America, the Caribbean and Central America. Head to the Custom Package portion of our website, or schedule a call and we can begin dreaming and planning with you!
+ We are interested in photography only, can you help us with this?
Yes! We have just launched a photography only package. Head to the Photography Only package option on our website to learn more. Photography was the original reason we started Promise Mountain and we would love to tell your story through photos!
+ Is there anything else we should know about what you offer?
Yes! A portion of each of our weddings supports Project R 12 - an amazing cause in Uganda that provides nationally recognized schooling to children, young men, and women. They provide wells and vocational training all while empowering local leaders to make a difference. Feel free to check them out HERE for more info on what they do!