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Weekly updates of Weddings & Portraits from Garrett Richardson Photography, DESTINATION wedding photographer.

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With 40-acres overlooking the rolling hills of Rancho Santa Fe, Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa is designed in the tradition of early California haciendas, with clusters of stucco and tile casitas, terraces, fountains, and gorgeous foliage. About this Luxury San Diego Wedding Venue Ceremonies take place on the patio, a long rectangle of Mexican pavers with a fountain […]

August 1, 2022

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Cal-a-Vie Health Spa embodies everything, French. This luxury property will transport you to a sophisticated and carefree French Provençal countryside. About this French Style Wedding Venue At Cal-a-Vie Health Spa, you’ll likely fall in love with the 400-year-old Chapel and L’Orangerie reception venue, both purchased and brought to the property from Dijon, France. The venue […]

January 1, 2019

Cal-a-Vie Resort & Spa

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The Resort at Pelican Hill is an Italian inspired and modern resort featuring sweeping views of Southern California’s coast that will take your breath away. About this Luxury Orange County Wedding Venue One of the most impressive features is its rotunda dedicated to ceremonies. It stands as the focal point of the resort, perfectly placed […]

November 1, 2018

The Resort at Pelican Hill

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Not many locations in Southern California provide the opportunity to get married on the beach in a luxurious setting like Hotel Del Coronado. About this Luxury San Diego Wedding Venue The historic Hotel Del will transport you and your guests to the glamour of Old Hollywood as you dance under the wood-domed ceilings and chandeliers […]

July 1, 2018

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With a blend of comfort and elegance, Montage Laguna Beach‘s 30-acre property boasts coastal views over the Laguna Beach bluffs.   About the Luxury Orange County Wedding Venue Known for its 20,000 square feet oceanfront spa, you and your guests can enhance your experience by stepping away for a spa package in this peaceful destination. […]

May 1, 2018

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This famous Italian destination sits at the tip of a small wooded peninsula in Lake Como, Italy and is one of the most untouched villas of its kind.   About the Luxury Lake Como Italy Wedding Venue With 360 degree views of the lake and glorious gardens that surround the property, Villa Balbianello is nothing […]

February 1, 2018

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L’Auberge Del Mar Wedding Courtney & Waller’s L’Auberge Del Mar wedding was everything they dreamed it would be… timeless, heartfelt and a total blast celebrating with family and friends! With a wedding party of nineteen including the couple, and Waller’s black lab Della as the ring bearer, this day was full of smiles and happy tears. In fact, […]

March 27, 2017

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Vista Valley Country Club Wedding This was a breathtaking day at Bella & Hudson’s Vista Valley Country Club wedding. There are so many special unforgettable moments captured on this day. It was so special to see the strong connection between Bella and her family… there were plenty of happy tears as Bella’s dad saw her in a wedding dress for […]

February 16, 2017

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There’s no doubt that I LOVE working with my L’Auberge Del Mar couples! And today we’re partnering to give away a free one hour shoot, lunch & champagne at this stunning seaside resort! How to enter: Go to my Instagram page: www.instagram.com/garrettrichardson Comment in one of the giveaway posts and tag the one you love […]

February 1, 2017

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    US Grant Hotel Wedding Suzan & Jim’s wedding day at The US Grant Hotel was like no other, full of whimsy and rich in love. It’s always so special working at this gorgeous venue that is over 100 years old. The day began in the Presidential multi-level suite on the top floor of the hotel. With views of the […]

January 20, 2017

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   L’Auberge Del Mar Engagement Chris & Andi are two amazingly sweet people and their L’Auberge Del Mar Engagement session shows it! We had a blast exploring the property and finished the shoot overlooking the ocean from the bluff above. Surrounded by all of their favorite people, Chris proposed last year at Paradise Point Resort […]

January 12, 2017

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Carmel Mountain Ranch Wedding Brianna & Jake’s wedding at Carmel Mountain Ranch Country Club was full of emotion, personal touches, and intentionality. With the most amazing golden light shining throughout the venue, this day was packed with beautiful moments. Events by Talissa from Carmel Mountain Ranch brought together all of the lovely details. From the custom ceremony doors to the stunning […]

January 6, 2017

Cal-a-Vie Health Spa

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The Resort at Pelican Hill

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The Sunstone Villa

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Carneros Resort & Spa

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L’Auberge Del Mar

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Hotel Del Coronado

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The Lodge at Torrey Pines

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Montage Laguna Beach

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Carmel Valley Ranch

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Villa Balbianello

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Las Ventanas al Paraiso

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FAIRMONT GRAND DEL MAR

MONTAGE LOS CABOS

SOLAZ LOS CABOS

ESTANCIA LA JOLLA

THE SANTALUZ CLUB

THE INN AT RANCHO SANTA FE

NIZUC RESORT & SPA

MALIBU ROCKY OAKS ESTATE VINEYARDS

OJAI VALLEY INN & SPA

SAN YSIDRO RANCH

KESTREL PARK

CALISTOGA RANCH

MEADOWOOD NAPA VALLEY

BEAULIEU GARDEN

THE RANCH AT ROCK CREEK

PIPPIN HILL FARM & VINEYARDS

BILTMORE ESTATE

THE LITTLE NELL

SHANGRI-LA HOTEL

BELMOND HOTEL CARUSO

VILLA EPHRUSSI DE ROTHSCHILD

IL BORRO

RITZ PARIS

HÔTEL PLAZA ATHÉNÉE

LA FOCE

ESPERANZA

HAIKU MILL

FLORA FARMS

CHATEAUX VAUX-LE-VICOMTE

HOTEL CARUSO

BLACKBERRY FARM

CASTELLO DI VICARELLO

BELMOND HOTEL CARUSO

ODESCALCHI CASTLE

MOLENVLIET OOSTHUIZEN VINEYARDS

VILLA CETINALE

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