Daniel Lissing and his wife, Nadia Lissing, are renowned world travelers. Their journey together is a tale of chance meetings, deep connections, and shared adventures.

From Iceland to the World - Daniel and Nadia's Love Tale

They Met in Iceland

In the summer of 2018, while Daniel was hanging out with friends in Iceland, fate brought him and Nadia together. Nadia, who was in the middle of traveling the country after earning her master's in business, encountered Daniel in a bar. As she shared with Entertainment Tonight in October 2019, "I'd never met anyone like him before. There was an instant connection, deeper than anything physical, mental or even explainable." This chance meeting set the stage for a love story that would span the globe.Their connection grew stronger as time passed. Nadia spoke of how Daniel made her feel as if they had always known each other. He understood her at her core, and she reciprocated those feelings. This unique bond would prove to be the foundation of their relationship.

She Had No Idea He Was an Actor

When the couple first crossed paths, Nadia had no clue that her future husband was an actor. She told Entertainment Tonight in October 2019 that it was only after the "third or fourth" time they got together that she became aware of his career. However, once she did, she became one of his biggest supporters.She shared her experience of realizing his fame and how it felt. "The first time I experienced that he was famous — you'd never know from him — it was a little strange," she said. But seeing the impact he had on his fans inspired her. "After meeting so many amazing fans that are inspired by him, I feel proud and that he is doing good things in the world. I really respect all the support he gets."Nadia also weighed in on his former show, When Calls the Heart. She spoke about the season 5 episode where his character married Erin Krakow's character, Elizabeth Thatcher. "It was a beautiful episode. Also, it was very emotional because of what Dan was going through that day. He lost his grandfather just before they started shooting. We're taking inspiration from many places. The important thing to us is that we share it with our loved ones."

They Got Engaged in 2019

After dating for about one year, Daniel and Nadia announced their engagement in October 2019. The couple shared the news on social media, with Daniel posting a photo on Instagram of him kissing his fiancée with her ring on full display. In the caption, he wrote, "Happy news to share… I get to marry the love of my life."Nadia also shared a post of her own, featuring a close-up picture of her engagement ring alongside the message, "Couldn't imagine spending my life with anyone else." In an interview with Entertainment Tonight, Daniel opened up about how he proposed. "I kept it very simple. I asked her at our home. On her birthday. I just spoke from my heart. Although, I'm not sure she heard a word. There was a lot of screaming and crying with happiness. And she was doing the same."Nadia revealed that the engagement "was a surprise" and that she was "overwhelmed with happiness." "There were lots of tears of joy, followed by dancing around the house together!" she said. "The ring is so, so beautiful. I couldn't imagine a better one for me. He nailed it!"When asked how he knew Nadia was the one for him, Daniel replied, "Easy. She is. Simple as that. I think everyone that's been down this road knows exactly what I mean." He added, "[She's] totally up for any adventure. Makes me laugh everyday, many times a day. Honestly, she's different to anyone I've met on my travels. But most importantly, she can put up with me, and that's no easy feat!"

They Married in 2020

Despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, Daniel and Nadia married privately in 2020. In February 2020, Daniel told Entertainment Tonight that he and Nadia were "just loving life together" and were in the middle of wedding planning. "Look, Nadia is the boss. I just present her with the options, or she will present me with the options, and we'll discuss, but final say is Nadia, it's her special day," he said.After their wedding was delayed in May 2020, they secretly got married in June 2020. Daniel revealed that they exchanged vows in a "very small and sweet service," accompanied by two friends who were witnesses. "When you've met your 'one,' you just want to start your married life together as soon as possible," he said. "We're married now and we're looking forward to everything ahead of us."He also mentioned that they kept things "very simple" for their private nuptials, calling it their "favorite moment." "We're saving all our personal touches and extravagant decorations for our big family wedding next year. Wedding planner and all. It'll be an awesome wedding, but very different to the first one just for us."

She Loves to Travel

Although Nadia chooses not to share much of her personal life on social media, she frequently posts photos and videos documenting her travels around the world. In October 2019, Daniel described them as "surf and sand kind of people," highlighting her adventurous spirit.Shortly after meeting in Iceland, Nadia visited Australia in December 2018 with Daniel. The following year, they visited several spots together, including Tokyo and Bali. For Nadia's 30th birthday, they spent time in the Maldives in September 2022, enjoying a romantic evening on a boat at sunset and a dinner on the beach at night. During the summer of 2023, she took trips to Tennessee and Tulum. In January 2024, they made a visit to Poland.

They Have a Dog Together

Around the time of their wedding in 2020, Daniel and Nadia brought a new family member into their lives - their Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Oscar, who was born in June 2020. They have well-documented their adorable pup on social media, creating an Instagram page filled with photos and videos.Oscar has accompanied them on several adventures, such as a trip to Las Vegas in April 2021 and an excursion to Vancouver in February 2024. This furry friend has become an integral part of their lives, adding to the joy and warmth of their relationship.