How Far in Advance for Destination Wedding Save the Date?

By Anna Duncan

Destination weddings are becoming increasingly popular as couples seek to make their special day even more memorable and unique. Before you can start planning the details of your dream wedding, you need to let your guests know when and where it’s going to take place.

This is where the save the date comes in. But just how far in advance should you send out your destination wedding save the dates?

Timing is Key. Sending out your destination wedding save the dates too early can mean that people forget about them, while sending them too late means that people may not be able to make it due to their other commitments.

As a general rule of thumb, it’s best to send out destination wedding save the dates at least 8-10 months before the big day. This gives guests plenty of time to arrange their travel plans and book their accommodation without feeling rushed or stressed.

Communicate Clearly. Once you’ve decided when to send out your destination wedding save the dates, be sure to include all of the necessary information on the card or invitation.

Include details such as the location, date and time of your ceremony as well as any other relevant information like events leading up to or following the big day, local attractions or activities and any recommended accommodations. Give guests plenty of time to make arrangements but also remind them that they need to RSVP in order for you to finalize numbers for catering, seating arrangements etc.

Be Flexible. With a destination wedding there are bound to be some guests who won’t be able to attend due to financial constraints or other commitments. Be flexible with those who can’t make it by offering alternative ways they can still experience some part of your special day like sending photos after or Facetiming during key events like cake cutting and first dances etc.

Conclusion: When planning a destination wedding, it’s important that you give your guests enough notice so they can make all the necessary arrangements for travel and accommodation without feeling rushed or stressed. The best way to do this is by sending out save the dates 8-10 months in advance with all relevant information clearly communicated on them along with an RSVP deadline so you can finalize numbers for catering etc. Be flexible with those who cannot attend by offering alternative ways they can still share in some part of your special day from afar.