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BRIDAL REGISTRY OF A DIFFERENT KIND

Wedding planning can be filled with all kinds of stressful activities, but one of the most enjoyable is bridal registry.  This is when you and your future spouse take the opportunity to select gifts together that help to determine your style as a couple and meet currently unmet needs.  However, today many couples have already accumulated all they need to begin their lives together.  You know that guests want to share in your joy, but do you really need a 2nd toaster or want that ugly Venus clock?  What you’d really love is a honeymoon where dreams are fulfilled, but the cost of the wedding has made that almost impossible.

With the internet being a new alternative, Honeymoon Registry is gaining popularity.  Rather than just make the traditional cash contribution toward a honeymoon as in years past, with a honeymoon registry guests can actually buy specific elements of the honeymoon such as a special activity, a romantic dinner, or even a scooter rental.  Additionally, if they can’t decide on a specific element they would like to provide to you, they can just help pay for the trip.  Many couples choosing this option often find that they can even extend their time away because of the amount contributed by friends and family.

There are a few tips you should keep in mind while designing your perfect honeymoon:

  • The earlier the better – It’s not too early to complete your guest registry right after you get engaged.  As the date of your impending nuptials draws closer you may find yourselves too busy with other celebratory activities to complete this step in time for family and friends to help you achieve your dreams.
  • Know what you want – Talk with your future spouse about how you would like to begin your perfect life together and make sure you register for everything you really want.

  • Look at your future – This may be the only time in your lives that you have the opportunity to travel abroad.  If it’s always been your dream to take the ideal trip and you doubt you may ever have another chance then dream big and ask for what you really want.  After all, you deserve it.
  • Research options – Many sites are now available where you can register for your perfect honeymoon so be sure and check them out.  They should be hassle-free for your guests and include a toll-free number for those who are not computer savvy.
  • Keep it simple – To help your guests understand what you visualize as an ideal trip, include all the activities and events the two of you would like to include.  It’s always easier to cut back than it is to add on once you get there.
  • Together is better – This is the trip where the two of you will begin your lives together.  From this point on everything you do will be together so get off on the right foot and take time to decide what you want as a couple.  This is not only healthy for your relationship, but will also tell you a lot about each other.  Maybe he didn’t know you always wanted to explore a Mayan temple or maybe you didn’t know he liked riding horses on the beach at the ocean.  Take this time to find out what each of you really loved including the places you’ve always wanted to visit.  It will only make your relationship stronger.
  • Think of your guests – All of your guests are going to want to participate, but some will be more financially able than others so keep their limitations in mind.  Be sure and choose activities in all price ranges so everyone can help you receive your ideal honeymoon.
  • Don’t rush – You will only get one honeymoon so make sure you take your time in order to get exactly what you want.  If you can’t agree, try compromising by selecting a site neither of you have ever considered before.  Sometimes discovering new things together can be the greatest treat of all.
  • Get the word out – It is NOT appropriate to include your registry information, whether it is your ideal honeymoon or gift registry from elsewhere, in your invitations.  However, if you tell key family members as well as friends the word will spread quickly.  It can also be included in bridal shower invitations since the invitation doesn’t come directly from you.  Additionally, if you create a web page about your wedding, a link to the honeymoon registry site can be included there.
  • Check the status – On a honeymoon registry you can check the status up until the last minute, but you should have everything completed no less than two weeks prior to the wedding date as airline tickets will need to be purchased by then as well as hotel reservations made.  This is all done through site providers, but you will need to know your status by then.  They will assist with any modifications that need to be made based on the amount of money received as gifts.
  • Be sure and say “thank you” – It’s just as appropriate to thank your guests for their honeymoon gifts as they come in as it is to do it after you get back.  However, by thanking them after the trip, pictures can be included of the component of the trip they contributed.  This provides them with a special memento and lets them know how much you appreciated their gift.

Everyone wants to celebrate your big day with you.  A Honeymoon Registry provides an alternative for couples who have already established their style and have a difficult time deciding on what else they need in their homes once they get married.  Visiting the sites is free and it’s worth the exploration and consideration.  Best of all, your family, friends, and guests will know that they are fondly remembered long after your big day is over.

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