Who Pays For What In A Destination Wedding?
Are you considering a destination wedding but not sure who foots the bill? It can be a tricky situation, here’s a guide to help you figure out who pays for what in a destination wedding.
Traditionally, it’s the bride’s parents who pay for the wedding, but things are a bit different with destination weddings. When it comes to a destination wedding, there’s a lot more to consider such as travel, lodging, and entertainment for the guests so the costs can really add up. It’s a good idea for the couple to discuss how they would like to handle the costs with their families, if they’re helping out.
Bride and Groom
The couple should expect to cover their own expenses for the wedding such as lodging, transportation, and attire. Typically, the bride’s parents cover the cost of the reception, ceremony, and flowers. The groom’s family may pay for the rehearsal dinner and officiant’s fees. It’s important to remember that the couple should ultimately be responsible for the majority of the expenses.
Family of the Bride
The bride’s family is usually responsible for the ceremony and reception. This includes the cost of the location, decorations, catering, cake, music, and wedding favors. They may also cover the bride’s gown and attendants’ dresses, as well as transportation and lodging expenses for family members. They may also contribute to the cost of the honeymoon.
Family of the Groom
The groom’s family is usually responsible for the rehearsal dinner, officiant’s fees, groom’s attire, and the transportation and lodging for family members. They may also contribute to the cost of the honeymoon.
Guests
The guests are responsible for their own travel and hotel costs. If the couple has requested that their guests stay at a specific hotel, they may offer a discounted room rate. The couple should also provide information on any activities or entertainment that their guests may be interested in.
Conclusion
Planning a destination wedding can be complicated. Hopefully this guide has helped you figure out who pays for what in a destination wedding. Although it's a good idea to ask both families to contribute, ultimately, the couple should be prepared to foot the majority of the bill. So remember to plan ahead and budget appropriately!
Thank you for taking your time to read this article. We hope you found it useful and are now better prepared to figure out who pays for what in your destination wedding. We wish you all the best for your upcoming wedding and marriage!