When Should Wedding Invitations Be Sent Out for Destination Weddings?

By Anna Duncan

Destination weddings are a unique and exciting way to get married, allowing couples to host a once-in-a-lifetime event that isn’t limited by geography. But when it comes to planning the big day, one of the most important details is when to send out wedding invitations.

When it comes to destination weddings, timing is key. Couples should plan on sending their invitations out 4-6 months before the ceremony date.

This gives invited guests enough time to make travel arrangements and book accommodation if needed, as well as allowing enough time for RSVPs to come back in.

For destination weddings that require a lot of travel, it’s best to give guests more advance notice so they can make arrangements accordingly. Sending out invitations early also allows couples to get an accurate headcount for their event, so they can plan accordingly with catering and seating arrangements.

Couples should also consider differentiating between “save the dates” and actual wedding invitations. Save the dates are typically sent out 6-12 months in advance of the ceremony date.

This gives guests plenty of time to make travel plans and book accommodation if necessary. Actual wedding invitations can then be sent out 4-6 months before the wedding date.

It’s important for couples hosting destination weddings to be mindful of their guest list. Inviting too many guests can quickly become expensive and overwhelming for couples; so it’s best for them to focus on inviting only those who are truly close friends or family members who will be able to attend.

When planning a destination wedding, timing is key when it comes to sending out invites. Couples should plan on sending “save the dates” 6-12 months in advance and actual wedding invitations 4-6 months prior. This will give invited guests enough time to book any necessary travel or accommodation without feeling rushed or overwhelmed.

Conclusion:

When planning a destination wedding, couples should aim to send “save the dates” 6-12 months in advance and actual wedding invitations 4-6 months prior in order give invited guests plenty of time make any necessary travel or accommodation arrangements without feeling rushed or overwhelmed.