🌦️ Alex & Luke – From Rain to Rainbows at Cabarita Hill

Tweed Coast, NSW | A Hitched in Paradise Elopement

Just Wow. Alex & Luke’s Tweed Coast elopement at Osteria kicked us right in the feels! Their day had it all – unpredictable weather, deep connection, and a sunset that dreams are made of. This one will go down as an all-time Hitched in Paradise favourite.

The plan was a heartfelt ceremony at Hastings Point, but with a 85% chance of rain during their chosen time, a smart pivot was made. Osteria Weddings had their gorgeous indoor space available, and it became the perfect Plan B.

We loved creating this Tweed Coast Elopement at Osteria:

Here’s how their day unfolded:

☔ The rain came right on cue, and Osteria kept everyone dry and smiling
💻 Loved ones Zoomed in from overseas and across the country
💍 Benjamin Carlyle held the space beautifully—fun, grounded, and heartfelt
🥹 Vows were raw and emotional, and yes—there were plenty of happy tears
📸 Bird & Boy Photography made the most of the indoor magic
🌈 Then—the skies cleared, a rainbow appeared, and the couple jumped in their Vintage Wagen Kombi
🌄 Up at Cabarita Headland, they had the place to themselves
✨ Golden light poured across the Tweed Hinterland, with views to Byron Bay in the distance
🧡 Their faces said it all—joy, disbelief, and pure elation