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Destination Wedding

Mikaela, on June 25, 2019 at 2:01 PM Posted in Etiquette and Advice 0 5

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Hi all! My FH and I opted for a destination "elopement" instead of your traditional, big wedding. We are planning to have a big reception for all of our family and friends, however we are inviting our best, childhood friends as well as our parents. For those who have had destination weddings, what is the proper etiquette as far as accommodations for those few we are inviting? Do we pay for their stay? Their flights? Both or none at all?

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Latest activity by Pirate & 60s Bride, on June 25, 2019 at 3:02 PM

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Emily · on June 25, 2019 at 2:03 PM
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We're date twins! I've been a guest at a few destination weddings and every time I've had to pay my own way. We were given plenty of advance notice though. I don't think it's required for you to pay everyone's way.
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Legend November 2019
Caytlyn · on June 25, 2019 at 2:04 PM
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You aren't required to pay for any of their travel expenses. If you are able and want to, I'm sure it would be appreciated, but not necessary.
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Cyndy · on June 25, 2019 at 2:15 PM
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We had a destination wedding and paid their own expenses. It’s important to give them plenty of notice so they can get the best rates available. I paid for my grown children to come but that’s because I wanted and if you can help some of your family out that’s great but not necessary. Good luck
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Mikaela · on June 25, 2019 at 2:37 PM
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Thank you!
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Pirate & 60s Bride · on June 25, 2019 at 3:02 PM
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We had 15 guests at our DW (same state but 1-hour flight or 8-hour drive for most). Find out the cost of travel for guests before you book. Our guest list was mostly retired family so everyone said yes before we booked our venue/date. We recommended various hotel options (from discounted villas at our luxury resort to Best Western & AirBnb).

Flight & hotel would be my biggest concerns as a guest. Unless my sibling or parent, I wouldn’t spend $1K+ to attend a wedding. Just flights to Mexico, Hawaii or the Caribbean can be too much for guests so do your research first for them and see how they feel. If it’s all good, a DW can be an amazing experience for you & your guests!!! 💕
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