Is it ok to ask people to contribute to a Honeymoon?

Years ago, asking guests for cold hard cash for a honeymoon seemed a little bit against traditional wedding etiquette. And some of the older generations do still feel a little bit uncomfortable being asked to stump up money for what was always seen as the 'grooms' responsibility.

But, things change. And modern etiquette experts wholeheartedly agree that it is more than acceptable to ask for contributions to this once-in-a-lifetime experience. IF it's done well and properly.

Honeymoon fund etiquette - the do's and don'ts | Hitchd

After all, people are getting married a lot later in life than they used to, and already have their homes set up with all the essentials. We're also, on the whole, spending a lot more of our disposable income on experiences, adventures, and travel than in the past. It's all about the Wanderlust and creating new memories together as a married couple!

Make it Personal

Sometimes all the happy couple want is that special trip away.
But for some of us it can feel a little impersonal to just hand them money, or transfer money into their bank account. After all, we want to give something meaningful that they will treasure forever. Just like the memories from their wedding day.

So we've come up with some unique ways you can still contribute to their newly-wed adventure while still giving them something physical to keep.

Honeymoon Travel Journal

If what they are really excited about is their first trip away as a married pair, then our favourite thing to gift at weddings is our Map Travel Notebook.

We can make this using a real vintage map of anywhere in the world. So if they're off to Bali, staying in the UK, or a trip across Thailand…give them this to jot down all of the new memories they're making together.

TOP TIP

In the past, if we've been to their chosen honeymoon destination, we've added our own travel tips at the back of the book…and written in ideas and suggestions of how they could spend the money we've slipped in between the pages.

Map Location Heart Card

We're adamant that our map heart card is more a gift than a card. Which is why we've recently added the option to purchase a frame for it when you check out.

Choose their wedding venue location, or again, opt for a map of where they're heading for their honeymoon. Once they've retrieved their cash from the card they can pop it in the frame and keep it forever as a reminder of where they've been.

Personalised Map Location Keepsake Box

A lot of memories are made on a wedding day, and on honeymoon.
Give them your cash gift inside this personalised little keepsake box, and they'll have somewhere to store their ticket stubs, boarding passes, and travel tags when they get back from their trip!

Alternatives to Giving Honeymoon Cash

While some couples may sign up to an official honeymoon fund registry, like this one, there are still other ways you could contribute to their honeymoon with something other than cash.

Experiences/Day Trips

These could be on their honeymoon. Or perhaps a gift voucher for their favourite restaurant for when they get back, so they can spend an evening reliving the best bits of their honeymoon?

Check this out for inspiration: 12 Amazing Honeymoon Experiences | Honeymoon Packages Honeymoon Ideas | Honeymoon Dreams

Couples Massages

Weddings are stressful! A massage either before they fly away, or while they are on their trip, is a welcome way to unwind.

There's even a spa at Gatwich Aiport: AeroSpa | Gatwick Airport

Honeymoon Drinks on the Beach/Plane

Nothing says Honeymoon like copious bottles of champagne. Shout them a round at their hotel bar, or surprise them on the plane!

New luggage

See if the couple need anything physical for their trip. A new suitcase? Or perhaps some luxury carry ons to make them feel like they are truly special…or worthy of an upgrade?

First and foremost, it's about the love

However you want to commemorate their special day, remember that being there is the most important part. Just to share in the magical day with people that mean the world.

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