An Intimate Destination Wedding at Areias do Seixo, Portugal | Ashley & Dylan
When Ashley and Dylan began dreaming of their wedding day, they knew they wanted something meaningful, intimate, and surrounded by nature. Flying all the way from the US, they found the perfect place for their destination wedding in Portugal: the breathtaking Areias do Seixo, a sustainable luxury hotel nestled by the Atlantic coast.
Their wedding day was a celebration of love, simplicity, and connection—with each other and with the beautiful Portuguese landscape around them. With just their closest family and friends present, Ashley and Dylan chose to have an intimate wedding that felt personal and peaceful, away from the chaos of big events.
Areias do Seixo provided the perfect setting. With its organic architecture, raw beauty, and eco-conscious charm, the venue matched the couple’s vision perfectly. The ceremony took place outdoors, with the sound of the ocean in the background and the golden light of the Portuguese sun enveloping the entire moment. After their heartfelt vows, they shared a slow dinner under the stars—local food, laughter, and emotional toasts made the evening truly unforgettable.
As wedding photographers, we’re always drawn to authentic moments, and this elopement-style wedding in Portugal was filled with them. From Ashley’s barefoot walk across the sand, to Dylan’s emotional reaction seeing her for the first time, to the quiet joy of their post-ceremony embrace—it was all magic.
If you’re considering a destination wedding in Portugal, Areias do Seixo is one of those rare venues that combines natural beauty with soulful elegance. Whether you’re planning an elopement, a micro wedding, or simply want a unique and emotional experience, this place has a special energy that’s hard to describe but easy to feel.
Thank you Ashley and Dylan for trusting us to capture your love story. Your day was a reminder of what really matters.
Photography: Lounge Fotografia | Videography: We Love Film | Venue and decor: Areias do Seixo
