Destination weddings are enjoyable and exciting for guests and the happy couple alike, but it can take some family and friends a little bit of time to adjust to the idea. There are a few great steps that can help your guests adjust to both the idea and logistics of a destination wedding while getting excited about going somewhere new and different.
Get in Touch Early and Explain Your Excitement
While it is always good to give plenty of notice for a wedding, a destination wedding is even more important to send notice about. If you want guests who live far away from the destination to spend the time and money to attend, you?ll want to make it clear what the commitment is early on.
Someone is bound to ask, ?why are you having the wedding there"? People who get married in their hometown or their current location get fewer of these questions. Try to come up with a clear reason for your guests, even if the reason truly is just, ?that?s where we want to get married.? If you can talk about how the destination is in a central location, is far more beautiful than where you live, or gives everyone a chance to bundle a bit of vacation with their wedding travel, potential guests will begin to share your excitement about the location.
Do Some of the Prep Work
Especially for friends and family who may have anticipated a short car ride and single night?s hotel stay, getting used to the idea of a destination wedding may take some time. To make it easier for them, look a few things up...