How Much Do You Give the Bride and Groom at a Destination Wedding?

By Michael Ferguson

When attending a destination wedding, one of the most important questions you will ask yourself is, “How much should I give the bride and groom as a wedding gift?”

Gifting money is an age-old tradition when it comes to weddings. It’s customary for guests to give a monetary gift to help the newlyweds get started with their lives together. For many couples, destination weddings are becoming increasingly popular as a way to save on costs and share their special day with family and friends in an exotic location.

When it comes to destination weddings, the same rules apply when it comes to giving a wedding gift. Generally speaking, you should give the bride and groom what you would normally give them if they were having a traditional wedding.

This means that if you usually spend around $100 on a wedding gift at home, then you should stick with this amount for a destination wedding as well. However, some people may choose to spend more depending on their financial situation.

It is important to note that travel expenses should not be taken into account when deciding how much money to give the bride and groom at a destination wedding. Even though attending their special day may have cost you more than you would have paid if they had stayed local, the bride and groom did not ask for this extra expense from their guests. When considering how much money to give them as a gift, focus solely on what kind of present would make them happy.

Ultimately, how much you decide to give is up to your discretion. A good rule of thumb is that the amount of money should reflect your level of closeness with the couple.

If they are close friends or family members, then it might be appropriate for you to give more money than what you would normally spend on an acquaintance’s wedding gift. However, no matter how much or little you decide to give, make sure that your gesture comes from your heart and is reflective of your love for the newlyweds.

Conclusion:

When deciding how much money to give the bride and groom at a destination wedding, think about what kind of present would make them happy instead of focusing on travel expenses. The amount of money should reflect your level of closeness with the couple so feel free to be generous if they are close friends or family members. Ultimately, no matter how much or little you decide to give – make sure that your gesture comes from your heart and is reflective of your love for the newlyweds!