Have Lover, Will Travel
Focused on the NY Metro area but open to destination affairs
Service area
Liz Norment
OWNER
Typically responds within 24h
AWARD WINNER (6X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Featured In:
The New York Times, The Zoe Report, Carats and Cake, Wedding Chicks.
Services Offered:
- Custom Ceremonies written by a professional writer
- Day- and Month-of Coordination
- Wedding + Elopement Officiating
- Honeymoon Planning
- Interfaith Ceremonies
- Non-religious Ceremonies
- LGBTQ+ Ceremonies
- Civil Unions
- Vow Renewals
Have Lover, Will Travel is a wedding officiant and honeymoon planning business based in Brooklyn, New York. Owner Liz Norment believes that the ceremony is the only conversation on your wedding day that you can control. As a wedding officiant and passionate storyteller, she's had the honor of officiating over 200 weddings since starting her company four years ago. Liz's ceremonies have a cinematic quality, taking your guests through your unique story, from your first interaction, your first date, the moment you knew it was love; the simple moments you share together and the adventures you’ve had traveling the world, up to the moment of the proposal. Her words will paint a story of the two of you individually, including your respective family histories, and now the life you’re building together. Liz chooses her words wisely, sharply, passionately, intentionally, and joyfully. Let her choose some for you.
Founder Liz Norment and the HLWT team offer a number of essential wedding services. She provides a full-service officiant package, aimed at wedding parties of 50 guests and more, and a "mini-mony" package, for more intimate events. The Have Lover, Will Travel team can also officiate elopements, vow renewals, and destination weddings.
As an IATA-certified travel advisor, Liz creates custom honeymoons that reflect your adventurous love story. The process starts by getting to know who you are as travelers, exploring destinations, and finally putting the pieces together that allow you to explore the world while discovering more about each other.
Details
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Planning
Se Habla Español
Religious Affiliations
Christian
Interfaith
Secular
Spiritual
Wedding Activities
Getting Engaged
Wedding
Ceremony
Awards and Affiliations
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Meet the team
Liz Norment
Owner
I’m a writer, a traveler, an adventurer, and someone who believes there is no better pairing than good wine and a long conversation with a kindred spirit. I’ve been living in Brooklyn for 10 years now and juggle my time between loving life in the city and also leaving it as much as possible. I’ve traveled (and sometimes stayed to live in) 25 countries and counting, so while my heart is here, my spirit is worldly. I am passionate about using words to blend the borders between places, people, and memories. Read some of these words at brooklynimtrying.com, my passion project.
Reviews
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Liz is an exceptionally warm, organized officiant and planner who crafts deeply personal, beautifully written ceremonies that move couples and guests. She guides vow-writing, uses thoughtful questionnaires and strong communication, and can create bilingual ceremonies. Her calming, professional presence makes the day seamless and unforgettable.Review photos
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Mere M
5.0
5/02/2026
Liz was the best to work with. She captured our personalities and love story so well in our ceremony. Our entire process with her was so wonderful and collaborative. Liz knew exa...
ctly what to ask to evoke our input into the story and made sure both of our voices were highlighted throughout. We so appreciated her insightful questions and back and forth as we finalized our ceremony from draft to final. On the day of, she seamlessly helped the ceremony run smoothly. Liz’s ability to write and share a story is truly a gift. Every couple deserves Liz to tell their story.
Calder H
5.0
5/01/2026
Hiring Liz for as wedding officiant was a no-brainer – from the initial call, we loved her calm energy and love for capturing a couple’s story through intentional conversations and...
beautiful writing. We were not disappointed – she created a beautiful ceremony for us, and we got so many compliments from friends and family on how our love story was shared throughout the ceremony!
Throughout our wedding planning process, Liz sent us each lists of questions to fill out about our relationship, family, and preferences for the ceremony, and had multiple phone calls with us to delve deeper into the personality of our relationship. She was very communicative and receptive to our feedback during the entire process. The result was an incredible encapsulation of our love, pulling together a complicated origin story spanning many states/countries and years into a beautifully told narrative. Many of our friends and family knew parts of this story, but so many people told me they loved hearing about our relationship from start to finish and learning new aspects of our time together!
Liz also helped both of us with our vows and helped us make sure the vows complemented one another without ruining the surprise – we both ended up very happy with how our vows turned out, and our friends and family absolutely loved hearing them!
Overall, Liz is a wonderful choice for officiant – we cannot recommend her enough.
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Cheryl L
5.0
1/11/2026
Working with Have Lover Will Travel and Liz Normant was a great experience from start to finish. Liz is extremely organized and thoughtful, which made the entire process feel clear...
and manageable from the very beginning.
Our initial planning call included a thorough overview of her services, structure, and expectations, and it helped us better understand what goes into working with an officiant and what we needed to consider. She provided a detailed and well-designed questionnaire that helped her get to know us as a couple and also served as a helpful guide during the vow-writing process.
Liz did a beautiful and comprehensive job capturing our love story and presenting it in a way that felt genuine and true to who we are. She helped set the right tone and energy for the ceremony, striking a thoughtful balance between heartfelt and joyful that resonated with us and our guests.
During the vow-writing process, Liz offered helpful feedback and guidance, and we really appreciated the collaborative editing process using Google Docs. It made refining and finalizing everything feel easy and supported.
Throughout the experience, Liz was personable, responsive, and a pleasure to work with. We felt well guided and genuinely cared for, and we would happily recommend Liz and Have Lover Will Travel to any couple looking for a thoughtful, collaborative officiant.
Jordon K
5.0
1/07/2026
Amazing would give her 10 stars if possible! The ceremony was absolutely beautiful romantic and everything we could have asked for! Our guests are still raving about everything rel...
ated to the ceremony
Justin H
5.0
12/31/2025
As a wedding DJ and AV provider, I’ve had the privilege of working alongside countless wedding professionals, but few have left as lasting an impression as Liz Norment. Simply put,...
she’s exceptional at what she does, both as a wedding planner and as an officiant.
What sets Liz apart is her remarkable ability to weave together the threads of a couple’s love story into something truly magical. She takes the time to genuinely know her clients, diving deep into understanding not just how they met, but who they were as individuals before their paths crossed and who they’ve become together. The result is a ceremony that feels intimate, personal, and deeply moving.
At one wedding we worked together, I learned so much about the couple’s journey that by the end, I felt as though I’d known them for years. That’s the power of her storytelling. Liz has this incredible gift for crafting a narrative that draws everyone in, making guests feel like they’re part of something profoundly special rather than just observers.
Beyond her talent as an officiant, Liz is simply wonderful to work with from a vendor perspective. She’s organized, efficient, and truly has her act together. She brings a warmth and kindness to every interaction while maintaining the professionalism that makes wedding days run smoothly.
I know many couples choose to have a close friend or family member officiate their wedding, and that can be beautiful. But what Liz offers is something rare: she becomes someone who knows your story as intimately as those closest to you, while bringing the polish, experience, and storytelling artistry that transforms a ceremony into an unforgettable experience.
When my own wedding day comes, there’s no question who I’d want standing at the altar…Liz Norment, hands down. I cannot recommend her highly enough!
Jacqueline T
5.0
12/09/2025
We are so grateful to have had Liz as our wedding officiant. From the very beginning, she took the time to truly get to know us and worked closely with us to create a ceremony that...
felt personal, meaningful, and completely “us.” She even crafted a beautiful bilingual ceremony that honored both of our backgrounds something that meant so much to our families.
Throughout the entire planning process, Liz was supportive, patient, and always available to answer questions or offer guidance. Her warmth and professionalism made everything feel easy and stress-free.
On the day of the wedding, she went above and beyond. She handled every detail with care, brought a calming presence, and delivered the ceremony with such sincerity and grace. We couldn’t have asked for a better officiant.
We highly recommend Liz to any couple looking for someone who is dedicated, thoughtful, and truly exceptional.
Franny K
5.0
12/04/2025
Our wedding, officiated by Liz, was truly the most magnificent, magical day of our lives and we owe a HUGE part of that to her.
Liz did a tremendous job capturing and delivering o...
ur origin/love story, as well as including all of our family members to ensure everyone felt represented and loved.
We cannot thank Liz enough.
So many of our wedding guests approached us after the ceremony to commend Liz, and to ask if we’ve known Liz for our entire lives, as the ceremony was so personal, touching and eloquent.
Angela A
5.0
11/23/2025
I couldn't say more wonderful things about Liz! We used her as our officiant for our wedding this fall in Brooklyn and I am so happy we did. We had so many guests that were blown a...
way that Liz was not a long-time friend! Liz made the entire process so easy and enjoyable. Her warmth is so grounding in a wild wedding planning experience. We love working with her so much that we will be using her services to plan our honeymoon. Thank you so much, Liz!
Allison D
5.0
10/30/2025
Liz is a rockstar. She is super warm, down to earth, creative, intuituive, professional, reliable, organized, and everything you could want in an officiant!
We planned our wedding...
in a short timeframe and Liz kept us on track the whole way. She was super flexible with our needs and built out a custom ceremony that was tailored to our needs She also gave us a timeline that we stuck to and wrote a beautiful ceremony that felt true to us and told our story beautifully, using questions that we answered to help build it out. She even had quotes and readings for us to incorporate into our ceremony.
Liz was extremely organized throughout the whole process. We had several calls in the months leading up to our wedding in which she got to know us, went over our vows/script/what we wanted to include, went over any feedback and even helped us build out a timeline for our whole day. She went above and beyond.
Not only was she wonderful to work with in the months leading up to the wedding, but she delivered a beautiful ceremony that felt organic and super personable. We were so comfortable with her and our families/friends were too.
Our friends/family literally raved about her after our wedding and I truly can’t recommend her enough!!!
Jillian M
5.0
10/28/2025
I can't recommend Liz enough to help bring your love story to life!
Liz was our officiant for our wedding in Brooklyn this past September 27th, and I received so many compliments...
following the ceremony. She made us feel extremely comfortable and supported throughout her very detailed process in recounting our story as a couple, and her expertise as a writer really shone through in her timing and in-person delivery for our guests. It was truly amazing how after only working together for a few months in a professional capacity, Liz delivered a final ceremony that was SO authentic to who we are as a couple, and as individuals.
From the bottom of our hearts, THANK YOU Liz for your integral part of one of the most special days of our lives.
<3 xx Jillian & Cody
Jackson T
5.0
9/13/2025
We had the honor of having Liz (Have Lover, Will Travel) officiate our wedding. She was recommended by a friend and we couldn't have been more grateful. Liz's process is thorough a...
nd well thought out. She had us answer a series of questions and broke it down for us over time so it wasn't overwhelming. The process was actually one of my favorite parts of getting married as it made us reflect upon our love story. Liz took that information and told the unique story of us. It was deeply personalized...not just some cookie cutter version. Many of our guests commented about Liz's gift of being an amazing writer and story-teller. I would highly recommend Liz if you're looking for an officiant. It was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. She made the process quite fun and easy!
Lilian D
5.0
8/16/2025
We had the most incredible experience working with Liz for our wedding. Liz, who not only officiated our ceremony but also took on the role of wedding planner, carefully selecting ...
only 5 clients a year to work with. My husband and I were fortunate enough to be chosen by her, and it was an absolute honor.
Working with Liz was a dream come true for us. Her unmatched professionalism, genuine care, empathy, and warmth set her apart from any other vendor we've encountered. Liz wasn't just a service provider; she became an integral part of our closest circle.
Our special day was made even more magical, stress-free, and stunning because of Liz's involvement. If we were to relive our wedding day ten more times in various enchanting destinations like Paris, Venice, London, Barcelona, Rio de Janeiro, and beyond, Liz would unquestionably be our preferred choice each time.
I extend my heartfelt gratitude to Liz for orchestrating everything seamlessly and turning our wedding into a truly unforgettable event. Thank you for making all of this possible.
Haley G
5.0
6/25/2025
We had the amazing opportunity to have Liz as our officiant for our intimate ceremony. We found Liz through social media and fell in love. From the very beginning, we knew we were ...
in great hands. Liz has truly connected with us at every meeting. She makes sure to truly get to know us both individually and then as a union. We are not kidding when we say that Liz’s writing is a true work of art. She ensures that her words resonate with you and your partner, and also sets the scene for where your ceremony will take place. From the first draft, my husband and I were in AWE. It was beyond beautifully written.
Every ceremony is truly unique and special. We wanted to make sure our ceremony was truly written for us. It’s truly rare for someone to truly capture your love and put it into words. Words that truly speaks our love. And she absolutely delivered just that. She truly made us fall in love with each other all over again. We can’t recommend her enough. Liz is beyond thoughtful, caring, compassionate, and extremely hardworking. Her attention to detail is truly unmatched. Having her as your officiant will be the best experience you will ever have. We already can’t wait to have her back for our vow renewal.
Thank you so much Liz for being you. We have so much love for you.
- The Gonzalez Family
Lizzie B
5.0
6/15/2025
Working with Liz as our ceremony officiant was one of the very best decisions we made for our wedding. From start to finish, Liz brought so much warmth, care, and professionalism t...
o the process — she made one of the most important parts of the day feel deeply personal, effortless, and truly unforgettable.
Family and friends were amazed at how special, intimate, and unique our ceremony was. Multiple relatives even told us that if they were to get married all over again, that is exactly how they would want their ceremony to be and feel. So many guests were shocked to find out that Liz wasn’t a longtime friend of ours — they couldn’t believe she hadn’t known us for years with the way she captured and spoke about our love story.
From the very first email to the moment she submitted our marriage license paperwork, Liz's attention to detail, care, and organization were unmatched. She had us each fill out detailed questionnaires about our love story, and then led us through a thoughtful conversation together to go even deeper. From there, Liz so beautifully and intentionally crafted the most moving retelling of our relationship, which she shared during the ceremony — something our guests absolutely loved hearing, and something we will treasure forever and can one day share with our future children.
Liz also guided us in writing our personal vows, providing invaluable feedback and support to help us express our feelings in the most authentic and meaningful way. Her writing is captivating — she is truly a professional storyteller who knows how to find the heart of each couple’s unique story.
From honoring our relationship, to including our families, to balancing sentiment and joy, Liz created the perfect tone for our ceremony. We'll never get over how special it felt. Liz, thank you for your thoughtful approach, your calming presence, and your incredible gift for storytelling — we cannot recommend you enough!
Madeleine B
5.0
5/18/2025
Liz was such a huge part of our wedding day and we cannot thank her enough. We reached out pretty last minute to see if she could officiate our wedding and it was the best thing we...
did for our day. Liz was incredible at every turn! She is kind and warm and a joy to work with. In the planning phase, she spent so much time getting to know us and our story, even with the tight turnaround, and it paid off tenfold during the ceremony. She created something beautiful, cinematic, and most importantly, authentic to us. Everyone was in tears, including us! Our guests were raving about it throughout the night and in the following days. Thank you Liz.
Liz also planned our honeymoon and the whole process was flawless! She created the perfect itinerary to balance winding down after the wedding and getting a little bit of adventure. She found incredible and unique hotels, activities, and restaurants that matched our travel style and resulted in an incredible trip we will always remember.
Whether you’re looking for an officiant, honeymoon planner, or both, we truly cannot recommend Liz enough!
Kendyll B
5.0
12/30/2024
Liz went above and beyond from day one of working with her and especially as our event drew nearer to ensure everything was on track and all of our bases were covered. It was extre...
mely easy to work with her and watch her craft a beautiful and meaningful wedding ceremony that told our love story in such a special way. Our guests were in tears! Later at the party she made sure the event went seamlessly and we did not have to think about a single thing. We could not have done it without you! Thank you!
Jordan C
5.0
12/08/2024
We worked with Liz at Have Lover, Will Travel for our November 2024 wedding ceremony and honeymoon planning and WOW were we impressed!
We knew we didn't want a religious ceremony...
or a friend to officiate our wedding, and knew we needed lots of help to create a meaniful ceremony and officiate well to our guests. We took a chance booking Liz and her ceremony ended up being the most complimented part of our entire wedding!!
For months leading up to the wedding, Liz asked us incredibly meaningful questions about our love story and about how we wanted to share it with our friends and family. What resulted was an incredibly personal, sentimental, but ultimately light-hearted ceremony script that totally nailed who we are as a couple. Liz was able to perfectly straddle the line between having the whole room in tears one minute and laughing and cheering the next. It was the most moving ceremony I've ever been privy to.
Liz is a complete professional who guided us through everything we needed to get our marriage license, dealt well with all of our other vendors, and was dressed impeccably.
She also planned our honeymoon with the type of detailed dedication that we could've never had while also planning our wedding. She brought us amazing options, helped us narrow down our decisions, and handled all of the travel logistics so that we could basically just pack and show up to the airport.
Liz is a complete professional and frankly should/could be charging more for the tone she set for our entire night. I will 100% be recommending Have Lover, Will Travel to friends and would book her again in a heartbeat!
Spencer B
5.0
11/20/2024
Working with Liz was a dream! She was so thorough and organized when planning our honeymoon. She perfectly balanced our desires to relax and adventure through Italy. We were provid...
ed various itineraries with options for hotels, activities, and restaurants so no stone was left unturned. She was considerate of budget and sourced the most beautiful, unique hotels and off-the-beaten-track experiences. She set us up with so many experiences you just can't find by looking online. We had an amazing honeymoon and felt comfortable knowing Liz was only a call away if we countered any problems. It was a once-in-a-lifetime trip and stress-free planning experience!
Liz also officiated our wedding and we could not be happier with her services. She crafted an amazing story of our love that had guests (and us) wiping their eyes. Many guests expressed afterward that it was one of the best ceremonies they had experienced. We absolutely agree. She is a true storyteller and was able to weave together the most incredible journey of our lives and love.
We're forever grateful, Liz!
Devin W
5.0
11/15/2024
Liz was fantastic, from the earliest point of the process going over how she works and what to expect. She gave us plenty of time to make a decision, and once we decided to have he...
r officiate our wedding, she communicated every step of the way so we never felt adrift. It really felt like she wanted to get to know us and spent so much time figuring out who we were as a couple to make sure it was a unique and meaningful ceremony for us. The actual ceremony was fantastic, and she was an amazing calm and steady presence throughout a hectic day. It was everything we could have wanted.
Stephanie V
5.0
9/04/2024
We couldn’t be happier with how Liz gathered our love story and created such a beautiful work of art in words. Everything from how she introduced herself, to gathering needed info,...
providing structured layout and breakdown of the ceremony, to her presence during the big day. She was perfect for us!
Anna S
5.0
9/03/2024
Cant even count the NUMBER of people who came up to me during and after our wedding to ask who our wonderful friend Liz was who officiated our wedding. Liz from Have Lover Will Tra...
vel was the perfect officiant for our wedding. She was warm, engaging, and created a personalized ceremony that truly reflected our love story. Liz was extremely helpful throughout the planning process and always quick to respond to our questions. Her professionalism and heartfelt approach made our ceremony incredibly special. We would recommend her to anyone in need of a wedding officiant.
Liz, thank you for your beautiful words and for making our ceremony so memorable. We are so grateful for your kindness, creativity and support. You truly captured our unique love story and made us feel so comfortable throughout the entire process - thank you!
KrisTina R
5.0
8/13/2024
Liz was AMAZING! She captured our story perfectly & it felt so personal to us & our guests. Every single guest raved about her & said it made our ceremony one of the best they ever...
attended. Another guest said hardly anyone was taking picture because the were captivated by her telling our story. THANK YOU!!
Josh S
5.0
5/28/2024
Liz exceeded all expectations and gave us the most beautiful wedding ceremony we could have asked for. She took the time to really learn our story and wrote the perfect ceremony th...
at was truly personal to us as a couple. You cannot find a better officiant for your wedding. Period.
-Josh and Regina
Marv F
5.0
5/14/2024
Liz was incredibly helpful in assisting us in the preparation for our intimate wedding at our home. She provided us with a clear outline of what needed to be done vis a vis docume...
nts and the scheduling and scripting of the ceremony. In addition, she was very open and flexible to incorporate our needs, preferences, and personal expressions in the ceremony. As an officiant she was very poised, professional, and personable. Everyone who attended the wedding expressed their appreciation of the care she had taken to make it special for the bride and groom and their guests. Liz also assumed the responsibility of filing the necessary official documents after the ceremony. She provided an entire, excellent package of services. One need not look any further than Liz Norment based upon our positive experience.
Andrea M
5.0
2/17/2024
I cannot speak highly enough of Liz with Have Lover Will Travel. We knew that we wanted a meaningful ceremony that highlighted the importance of the marriage and our love…that the ...
wedding wasn’t just about a party but about the incredible connection between two people that leads to a moment like that. To say that Liz accomplished this is an understatement. From the first moment we first spoke with her, it was clear that she was a storyteller, a romantic, and an artist at heart who would bring our story to life. She did just that. She crafted a ceremony that made our guests ask us how we knew her, because she so intimately encapsulated our story and love. She told our story in a way that brought us back to the beautiful moments that led us to that day and that took our guests there with us. We got neverending compliments about how beautiful, personalized, and touching our ceremony was. On top of that, working with Liz was seamless. She has such a professional and calm presence, she created a timeline and never wavered from it, and she allowed us to be as involved as we wanted in the process. As if this wasn’t enough, she went above and beyond on the actual wedding day. When our morning was turning into chaos, and I as the bride was feeling all of the stress, she arrived like a calm breath of fresh air. Her peaceful presence immediately made me feel more at ease and confident that the ceremony was going to proceed just fine. She handled the marriage license within the chaos to keep our ceremony on time, reassured us, and then presented a flawless ceremony. Liz made the actual getting married part of the wedding completely seamless and stress-free, and I am forever grateful. We had such a wonderful experience with her that we then hired her to plan our honeymoon. We are in the midst of this now and she is again exceeding expectations (will post a full review of this once done!). If you’re looking for an officiant or honeymoon planner, you are missing out if you don’t work with Liz. Seriously, this is your sign to book her now!
Lauren R
5.0
2/07/2024
Liz was our answer. Her level of care for each of her clients is unparalleled. She took the time to get to know us, what we were hoping to achieve in the ceremony, and worked fasti...
diously with me to perfect our wedding. She came to our rehearsal and saved the day with her calm awareness, attention to detail, and presence. The peace of mind as she also handled the paperwork is not to be discounted, but her talent with language and presentation are awe-inspiring.
Our guests commented that they wanted to know how she knew us so well. What friend was she. I like to think that while she wasn't our friend before becoming our officiant, she is now.
Something worth noting. Members of our families were skeptical that we weren't doing a church ceremony. Would it really feel like a wedding? Our two biggest critics were in tears and left saying that it was an incredibly personal, connected, and a deep blending of my husband and me, our families, and our beliefs.
We can not recommend Liz and HLWT enough. She even reached out a year later and offered to make a book with our journey and use some of our wedding photos which made us have this special and beautiful memory.
Vanessa C
5.0
1/04/2024
Just as her website describes her vision and style, Liz is all of that plus more! She is incredibly creative, open to suggestions, professional, reliable, and intuitive, and we we...
re absolutely thrilled with the way she conveyed our story to our wedding guests! Our ceremony truly felt intimate, full of love, and honest, and she avoided all of the frills I personally dislike in many wedding ceremonies, without sacrificing the importance of details in the storytelling. I recommend Liz 1000% to anyone wishing to have their wedding officiated on their own terms. Thank you a million times, Liz!! You made our special day unforgettable.
Brianna B
5.0
12/12/2023
Hiring Liz as our officiant was one of the best decisions we made in wedding planning! The process of working with Liz is so easy, fun, and seamless - she created something so bey...
ond special that we will never forget in our lifetime. Our ceremony was the highlight of our wedding and set the tone for the rest of the night! All of our guests were so engaged throughout our ceremony and captivated by her portrayal of our love story! Liz did such a fantastic job collecting and integrating all of our memories and stories to create the most meaningful ceremony! She took the time to make sure it thoroughly represented both of us, our families, and any traditions or readings wanted throughout.
So many of our guests came up to me and said how wonderful and talented Liz is and that it was the best ceremony they had ever been to! Her words, emotion, voice, cadence - all of it was just so perfect! Her presence added such a loving, joyful, and calming energy to our ceremony, and her ability to depict our love story in such a beautiful way really made the night. Working with Liz is a once in a lifetime experience; she makes the process so effortless yet heartfelt. We are so very thankful for Liz, and we can’t recommend her enough to couples looking for an officiant!!
Ariel G
5.0
11/29/2023
Liz was absolutely wonderful to work with! She wrote such a beautiful ceremony for my recent wedding that people thought we must have known her for years. She was super flexible to...
make sure the ceremony outline was exactly how we wanted it to be and that we were comfortable up there. She also handles the signing the mailing of the marriage license which was super helpful!
Thank you Liz for making our day so special!!
Alexandra K
5.0
11/09/2023
Liz was very professional, thorough and helpful! Our ceremony had heartwarming and lighthearted moments which is exactly what we wanted. It was also completely personalized to our...
love story. Our guests raved about how great Liz did- they said it seemed like she knew us well.
She made the process simple for us and worked within our schedules. We highly recommend!
Julia C
5.0
11/05/2023
We had the pleasure of working with Liz as the officiant for our wedding at the Morris Museum in October of 2023. Liz was professional and great to work with from the first interac...
tion. She was clear about what we needed to do to keep the process moving forward, and provided helpful tips and information along the way. Liz did a great job gathering facts and information from both of us about our relationship and our story to make the ceremony personalized and meaningful. We were amazed at how well from the very first draft the ceremony told our story. The editing process was quick and easy - and this was one of the most stress free parts of planning our wedding. Liz even helped us with the logistics of getting our Marriage license. The final product was an excellent ceremony that had all of our guests raving - with multiple people assuming that Liz had known us and our story for years. Guests appreciated how the story of our relationship was told - especially more distant family members who weren’t 100% familiar with the story of our relationship. Overall - Liz was amazing to work with and we would highly recommend her for any wedding.
Alexis H
5.0
10/29/2023
Liz was the best decision we made for our elopement day! We eloped and had to find someone pretty last minute. She quickly responded to my initial inquiry, was very professional an...
d accommodating from the very start. From the first time we met her over zoom, we just knew we could trust her with our special day. She is incredibly talented and creative in the way she builds your custom ceremony. Truly inspirational. We will never forget how beautiful our marriage ceremony was, thanks to her beautiful work. She went above and beyond for us, helping with great recommendations for our elopement day cake & other local activities outside of the ceremony. She was kind enough to take even more time out of her day to walk to another location after our ceremony to sign paperwork elsewhere, per our request. She mailed out our marriage certificate for us and we received our license in the mail in less than two weeks. Our whole experience with Liz was pleasant and seamless. I would recommend her over and over again.
Rachael C
5.0
10/04/2023
Liz was our dream wedding celebrant/officiant. We were blown away. She went over and above for us, is exceptionally talented at bringing together personal quotes and turning it int...
o a heart-warming story, and is an incredible storyteller, writer and speaker. She put so much effort into our ceremony outline (a live document that we all fed into) and was receptive to any changes we had. Above all, Liz is so kind and thoughtful. My husband and I are New Zealanders and decided to elope in New York in August 2023. Given our international location, Liz offered to help us with small things that we hadn't considered - printing key documents, meeting our witnesses in advance, letting us know when/how to book an appointment at the City Clerk, helping us with key moments during the day such as setting up the confetti tray/cones, and completely managing the marriage certificate process and getting this sent to NZ. We had multiple Zoom meetings and Liz even met up with us in person a couple of days out from the wedding! She understood our very relaxed "Kiwi" way of doing things which we appreciated. Our guests also commented on how lovely and talented Liz is. It really was a 10/10 experience. We are so glad we stumbled upon Liz and her business online. We would recommend Have Lover, Will Travel to everyone getting married (or eloping!) in New York.
Peter S
5.0
10/02/2023
Liz was the most incredible officiant we could have wished for. We found her by chance online, but as soon as we'd had our first conversation with her, we knew she was perfect for ...
us. We were travelling from the UK for an elopement in NYC. Liz had lots of great advice for us and information on what we needed to do. She put a ton of work into our ceremony, getting to know us and our story, filling the ceremony with personal details. On the day, Liz delivered the ceremony with emotion and sincerity, making the entire thing feel entirely personal and unique to us. She communicated brilliantly, made sure we were part of the process from start to finish. and was keen to emphasise we could contact her as often as we needed to. We would not hesitate to recommend Liz to any couple.
Steve G
5.0
9/30/2023
We used Liz as our officiant and our day of coordinator for our wedding. She took the time to schedule meetings with us, listen to our thoughts, and crafted an incredible story for...
our ceremony. All of our guests were very impressed! She was organized with the vendors and everything happened without a hitch. We’d recommend Liz to anyone looking for a professional, personable, and responsive officiant and coordinator. 5 stars!
Catherine F
5.0
9/28/2023
Liz Norment from Have Lover Will Travel is a talented writer, storyteller, and wedding officiant! To be honest, Liz was slightly out of our price range, yet we agreed this was wort...
h the financial investment on our part as the wedding ceremony is mostly for the couple (and the wedding reception is mostly for the guests). This was the best decision we made as a couple, because it set the tone for the rest of the evening and remains the heart and soul of our wedding day!
We were married in September 2023, and we have since received numerous compliments as it relates to Liz’s ability to effortlessly re-tell our love story and overall compliments as it relates to the pace and tone of the wedding ceremony. More specifically, our wedding guests felt transported back in time to when we first met as college students and felt filled with feelings of love and warmth throughout the narrative. Although there are always bumps to smooth over on wedding day, our wedding ceremony was perfect for us and went more smoothly than expected thanks to Liz’s preparation and gifts of writing and public speaking!
After individually completing Liz’s comprehensive questionnaire discussing our history and love story, Liz started to craft our wedding ceremony by re-telling our love story and then allowed for us to choose our vows, marriage blessing, and other elements of the wedding ceremony. We revised the drafts together and chose to meet virtually on a bi-weekly basis, although this process is effective via email or text if your busy schedules do not permit additional meetings. Because we opted to meet virtually, Liz was able to observe our personalities and sense of humor, while encouraging us to expand upon certain anecdotes of our relationship. By wedding day, Liz felt like an old friend who knew us better than some of our close friends and family!
We truly appreciate Liz for delivering the sincerest wedding ceremony we have ever witnessed, albeit we are biased, as well as handling some of the marriage certificate logistics for us!
Lauren R
5.0
9/26/2023
Liz was truly an incredible officiant at our wedding. All of our family and friends were blown away by her unique ability to paint our love story in the most magical and illustrati...
ve way. She ties our love story, our family backgrounds and the present moment together so beautifully. Prior to the ceremony she shares an in-depth, comprehensive questionnaire where we answer separately so she can develop a love story that captures both voices. She also offers vow assistance to ensure both match in heart and length. :) I would recommend Liz to anyone, we couldn't have asked for a better ceremony.
Alison L
5.0
8/26/2023
Liz really has perfected a lovely, modern approach to crafting your wedding ceremony. We had guests ask for a transcript of our ceremony after, that's how moved they were. Not only...
a great writer, Liz is also a phenomenal speaker. She had a fantastic sense of what language to use or not use and how to deliver it to a large group. Liz also went above and beyond to assist us in writing our vows, which was a big help.
Stephanie V
5.0
8/23/2023
We can’t say enough good things about Liz and her service! From the start, she was prompt to respond and always very clear on timing and expectations. During our rehearsal, she was...
able to help direct the bridal party and gave great directions so they knew how the ceremony would unfold. Finally, during the ceremony she was amazing. Our friends and family all loved the structure and delivery of the ceremony and this became a highlight of our wedding weekend. Having engaged Liz three weeks before a destination wedding, we were pleasantly surprised on the outcome. She loves what she does and it shows through her quality of work. Highly recommend!
Maddie C
5.0
8/03/2023
Liz was amazing!!!! We had a nonreligious wedding with my husband's brother 'officiating' and we were pretty close to our wedding day when we realized we needed to consult a profes...
sional to best articulate and organize our ceremony so that it was meaningful, memorable, and represented everything we wanted to share at the altar with our friends and fam. Liz did just that. We pulled her right into the mess and she guided us through the process, worked her magic to thoughtfully construct a heartfelt and well written ceremony including our 'love story' and the formalities. The whole process was so smooth and Liz was extremely understanding, knowledgable and kind throughout. Amazing experience!!!!!
Laura B
5.0
6/14/2023
When my partner and I decided to elope and create an intimate ceremony in the heart of New York City, we were looking for an officiant who could weave magic into our special day. W...
e were fortunate to discover an absolute gem in the form of Liz Norment, who exceeded our wildest expectations and created an experience that will forever be etched in our hearts.
From the moment we reached out to Liz, her warmth, professionalism, and genuine care shone through. She took the time to truly understand our story, our connection, and what we envisioned for our elopement. This personal touch made us feel seen and valued, instilling confidence that we had chosen the perfect officiant for our journey.
On our wedding day, as we stood in a picturesque location in the heart of New York City, Liz crafted a ceremony that transcended words. Her ability to blend tradition, emotion, and personal anecdotes left us and our small gathering of loved ones awestruck and profoundly moved. She captured the essence of our love story with eloquence, grace, and a touch of humor, making our elopement ceremony an extraordinary and intimate affair.
What truly set Liz apart was her gift of creating a space that radiated love, vulnerability, and genuine connection. Her words resonated deep within our souls, enveloping us in an atmosphere of pure magic. We laughed, we cried, and we celebrated the love that brought us together. It was an experience that transcended the boundaries of time and place, reminding us why we embarked on this beautiful journey in the first place.
Throughout the entire process, Liz displayed impeccable attention to detail. From meticulously planning the flow of the ceremony to ensuring that every word was spoken with the utmost sincerity, her dedication was unwavering. Her ability to balance structure and spontaneity made the ceremony feel both polished and heartfelt, a testament to her exceptional skills as an officiant.
Thank you, Liz, for your exceptional talent, warmth, and the love you poured into our elopement ceremony. You have forever left an imprint on our hearts, and we wholeheartedly recommend you to anyone seeking an unforgettable, intimate, and emotional wedding experience in the heart of New York City.
Dianna M
5.0
6/11/2023
Liz asked incredibly thoughtful questions and created a ceremony that felt so much like “us.” She articulated our story so beautifully, it was as if she’d known us all our lives! W...
e can’t recommend Liz highly enough!
Courtney N
5.0
6/07/2023
We recently celebrated our wedding, and we cannot praise our wedding coordinator and officiant, Liz, enough for her extraordinary work. Liz went above and beyond to ensure that our...
special day was absolutely perfect, and we are incredibly grateful for her dedication and attention to detail.
Right from the beginning, Liz worked tirelessly to coordinate with all our vendors, ensuring that everything stayed on track leading up to the wedding. Her meticulous planning and organization kept us at ease throughout the entire process. We never had to worry about any detail being overlooked because Liz had everything under control.
One of the highlights of our ceremony was the love story that Liz beautifully crafted for us. Her words were heartfelt and captured the essence of our relationship, leaving both us and our guests deeply moved. She made the ceremony truly special and personalized, making it an unforgettable moment for everyone present.
On the day of our wedding, Liz's day-of coordination was flawless. She managed every aspect of the event with precision and professionalism, ensuring that everything ran smoothly. Thanks to Liz's expertise, we were able to enjoy our special day without a single moment of stress. Her calm and composed demeanor kept us relaxed, knowing that she had everything under control.
We were amazed by Liz's thoughtfulness in making arrangements for our dog after the ceremony. It was a relief to know he was in good hands, allowing us to fully enjoy our reception. Liz's attention to even the smallest details truly made a difference in our wedding experience.
Liz ensured that all our vendors worked seamlessly together, creating a cohesive and harmonious atmosphere. Her responsiveness and proactive approach made us feel supported and taken care of throughout the entire planning process. She is an outstanding wedding coordinator and officiant who went above and beyond to make our day perfect. Her attention to detail, organizational skills, and genuine passion for her work truly made a difference.
5/5 Stars
Wedding Date:
5/19/2023
Reviewer Name:
Courtney & Josh
Wedding Venue:
The Farm at Glenwood Mountain
Wedding City:
Vernon, NJ
Uneka B
5.0
5/18/2023
Liz and her team were absolutely amazing! Rain or shine, they were readily available to provide well informed answers to all questions. The process was seamless and with many optio...
ns to best suit our needs. Hubby and I will certainly recommend everyone we know😊
Stephanie K
5.0
5/11/2023
Liz is the perfect combination of kind, compassionate, and extremely well organized and on top of everything! She made us feel completely at ease on our wedding day and somehow mag...
ically made stress evaporate whenever we started feeling it ahead of the big day. Even our guests were raving about their interactions with her and the ceremony itself. Can't recommend her more highly!
Cassie S
5.0
5/09/2023
Liz was phenomenal! Our elopement was exactly what we wanted and it was all thanks to her. She was super responsive, professional, and went above and beyond to make our ceremony be...
autiful.
Nickie O
5.0
5/08/2023
Liz was such a delight to work with. From the time we met, she made us feel comfortable and was the perfect addition to our elopement. She customized our ceremony and made sure we ...
were the main focus of the moment. If I had to do it all over again, I’d choose Liz 100x over! You will not be disappointed!
Alexandra W
5.0
4/30/2023
If you're looking for a passionate, kind and attentive officiant- look no further, Liz is the right person for the job. My fiance and I probably interviewed about 5 officiants and ...
knew within the first 5 minutes Liz would be the one we had to hire. From our first consultation, she was so engaged to learning about who we were, how we met and what kind of wedding we wanted to have. As we approached closer to our wedding day, she sent over a questionnaire for both my fiance and I to fill out about how we met, what we loved about each other, our family and other personal information for her to put together the ceremony. About a month or so before our wedding, we did a ceremony walk through and my fiance and I immediately cried. Liz did such a beautiful job in capturing our love and story. We worked on slight edits and then she also helped us edit our vows.
On the wedding day, she was prompt and arrived for our quick walk through and helped everyone know what to expect for the actual ceremony. She made sure our marriage license was signed and mailed it out while we were on our honeymoon. She was super organized and professional. Highly recommended!! She executed flawlessly and guests couldn't stop raving about her ceremony !
Christina R
5.0
4/09/2023
Liz created the ceremony of our dreams! From the moment we first spoke with her, we were thrilled to know she would play an integral part in our elopement. She's extremely organize...
d and was also very kind and patient with us throughout the process. It was deeply meaningful the way she not only told our love story, but incorporated so many other aspects of our lives into the ceremony (family, how we were raised, how that shaped us into the people we are today, etc). She cares tremendously about making this experience exactly what each couple wants it to be. I cannot recommend her enough.
Kay C
5.0
3/03/2023
Have Lover Will Travel was the first and best choice I made for our wedding.
Having Liz officiate was having an artist & a friend bring us together. She retold our story as if it...
were the most important one in the world. She created a tension and warmth in the room, and brought everyone to laughter and tears. Even now, it feels like a close & brilliant friend brought all of us together.
Too bad that, to work with her again, you have to get married again. 💛
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