Creating timeless moments for a lifetime of memories.

About Us — Once In a Lifetime
© Ceremony by Isabel for Your European Wedding Celebrant. Photography by Hugo Coelho

Hi there!

We’re so glad you found us!

If you’re dreaming of a wedding ceremony that feels like you, you’re in the right place.

At Once in a Lifetime, we craft heartfelt ceremonies and unforgettable wedding experiences for couples who dare to celebrate differently. 

Based in Portugal, we celebrate love across the country and beyond borders, wherever your heart takes you. Whether in Portuguese, English, French, or German – or a beautiful mix of both – we create bilingual and multicultural ceremonies that bring every part of your story to life.

We believe love has no single shape, color, or definition. Our ceremonies honor all forms of love – inclusive, diverse, and authentic – because every story deserves to be celebrated exactly as it is.

From intimate symbolic rituals to wild elopement adventures and fully tailored one-of-a-kind celebrations, everything we create is infused with meaning, emotion, and the thrill of doing it your way. At Once in a Lifetime, we don’t just plan ceremonies. We create experiences. We design memories. We honour love in all its forms.

Let’s escape the ordinary and craft a moment that’s as bold, beautiful, and unforgettable as your love.

Ready to turn your love story into a once-in-a-lifetime celebration?
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Your Love, Your Ceremony, Your Adventure!

Ceremony by Isabel for Your European Wedding Celebrant. Photography by Hugo Coelho
© Ceremony by Isabel for Your European Wedding Celebrant. Photography by Hugo Coelho

Whether it’s on a mountaintop, by the ocean, deep in a forest, or in the comfort of your own backyard, your ceremony should be as unique and unrepeatable as your love story.

Driven by a passion for crafting meaningful and unforgettable moments, our mission is to create symbolic ceremonies and wedding experiences that break free from the expected, always guided by your essence, your vision, and your way of loving.

How do we do that? We take the time to truly get to know you – your journey, your dreams, your quirks – so we can bring your vision to life. We work closely with you every step of the way, through heartfelt conversations, shared ideas, and a detailed, collaborative design process. Each ceremony unfolds as a true work in progress, shaped by your story, refined through our guidance, and polished until it feels just right.

The result? A one-of-a-kind experience that feels deeply personal, authentic, and unmistakably you.

From the smallest detail to the big picture, we’re here to make your ceremony feel effortlessly yours, freeing you to focus on what truly matters: celebrating your love, your way.

Let us turn your dream ceremony into an unforgettable adventure, creating memories that will last a lifetime!
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What Drives Us

Authenticity: Every experience we create is a reflection of who you are as a couple.

Excellence: We are detail-obsessed and heart-driven. From the first spark of an idea to the final moment of your celebration, we are committed to delivering an exceptional, seamless experience.

Inclusivity: Love comes in many forms, and we celebrate them all. We welcome and honor couples of every background, identity, and belief, always with open arms and open hearts.

Passion: We live for love stories, and we tell them with depth, creativity, and emotion. Every ceremony is a chance to connect, to inspire, and to create something that truly matters.

Integrity: Trust is everything. We work with honesty, clarity, and respect, making sure you feel supported, heard, and safe every step of the way.