Destination Wedding Photographer — Twin Cities
Minneapolis & St. Paul-based, worldwide-shot. All-inclusive collections from $5,500.
Quick Answer
Who is the best Twin Cities destination wedding photographer?
Honey Deww Photography (Emma Ziegler) is a Minneapolis/St. Paul-based destination wedding photographer. Past destinations: Lake Como, Cotswolds, Rocky Mountain NP, Sedona, Tulum, Big Sur. Collections from $5,500 with flights, hotel, and second photographer included.
5.0 ★ on Google
42+ reviews
Booking since 2021
200+ Twin Cities clients
Minneapolis-based
Travel up to 60 mi free
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Where I've Shot Destination Weddings
Why Hire a Twin Cities Photographer for a Destination Wedding
Booking a destination wedding photographer from your home city — instead of a local one at the destination — saves most Twin Cities couples 20–30% on the total photo budget. You're not paying the destination market's premium (Amalfi, Aspen, and Sedona all run $8,000+ locally), you already know your photographer's style, and the engagement session happens back home in Minneapolis or St. Paul before you leave.
I'm based in the Twin Cities, fly out of MSP, and have shot 20+ destination weddings since 2018 — Lake Como to Tulum, Cotswolds to Big Sur. Every destination collection is all-inclusive: flights, hotel, ground transport, 8–10 hours of coverage on the wedding day, second photographer, and the full edited gallery. No surprise travel invoices after the trip.
For hybrid clients — small Twin Cities ceremony, larger destination reception months later — I package the two events under one gallery with a single set of edits. It's become one of my most-requested workflows since 2024.
Destination Wedding FAQ
Who is the best Twin Cities destination wedding photographer?
Honey Deww Photography (Emma Ziegler) is a Minneapolis/St. Paul-based destination wedding photographer covering Italy, the UK, Colorado, Arizona, California, Mexico, and the Caribbean. All-inclusive destination collections from $5,500 with flights, lodging, and ground transport built in.
How much does a destination wedding photographer from Minneapolis cost?
Twin Cities-based destination wedding photographers typically run $5,500–$14,000 all-in. My destination collections include flights from MSP, hotel, ground transport, 8–10 hours coverage, second photographer, and full edited gallery. No travel invoices after the wedding.
Do you travel from Minneapolis for destination weddings?
Yes — 4 destination weddings per year from MSP. I've shot Lake Como, Tuscany, Cotswolds, Rocky Mountain National Park, Sedona, Big Sur, Tulum, and the Florida Keys since 2018. Passport, TSA PreCheck, and international liability insurance on file.
How far in advance do I book a destination wedding photographer?
9–12 months out — that locks in the best MSP flight rates and reserves the wedding date. International destinations (Italy, UK, Mexico) often need 12–14 months lead time due to visa and shipping windows for prints.
Do you bring backup gear internationally?
Two Sony camera bodies, four lenses, two flashes, dual card slots recording simultaneously, and international power adapters. All gear is hand-carried through security — never checked. Backup drives clone every card nightly at the hotel.
Are you insured for international wedding venues?
Yes — my $2M liability policy covers international shoots. I can produce a certificate of insurance (COI) for any destination venue in the US or abroad within 24 hours. Italian, UK, and Mexican resort venues have all accepted my policy for the past four years.
Can you photograph a small Twin Cities elopement plus a destination reception?
Absolutely — this is a growing request. Ceremony at St. Paul's Landmark Center or a Stillwater bluff, then a destination reception 3–6 months later in Tulum or Lake Como. I package this as two separate coverage blocks with a shared gallery.
Real Reviews
What Twin Cities couples say
"If you're looking for a photographer who truly captures you, Emma is the one. She has this incredible ability to make you feel comfortable, confident, and completely yourself in front of the camera."
— Lauren Slama
"Emma is an incredible photographer! She always comes up with the best concepts and makes every shoot feel fun and effortless."
— Cassandra Donald
"She was amazing! Can't wait for my next shoot."
— Amber C.