Welcome Bags for Guests at Your Destination Wedding

As a thank you to all of your family and friends traveling to your destination wedding or destination resort wedding, a welcome bag (big or small!) is the perfect way to start your guest’s experience. Welcoming your wedding party and guests can be as creative and customizable as you want, or just include the essentials. Whether you’re on a private beach in Jamaica or a resort in Mexico, a welcome bag including a list of the events and a personalized thank you note helps prepare your guests for a wedding they won’t forget! You can give one to each personal who traveled or give one per room – it’s up to you! Keep reading for a list of our personal favorites.

The Welcome Bag Essentials: 

• A Mini First Aid Kit, including over the counter medication, because sometimes it’s really hard to find or expensive to buy at resorts: Tylenol, Pepto Bismol, Bandaids, Neosporin
• Personalized Hand Sanitizer – spread love, not germs! 
• Antibacterial Wipes
• Makeup Wipes
• Eyedrops
• Chapstick

Your Informational Destination Wedding Essentials:

• Itinerary of events and times during your wedding (I highly recommend Minted!) 
• Map of the resort highlighting the location of the rehearsal dinner and where your ceremony is located
• Suggested group excursions – Jamaica has many family friendly resorts and activities! 
• Resort inclusions – check out the all-inclusive Couples Tower Resort in Jamaica!  
• Important contacts and ways to get in touch with everyone while on resort (most people won’t have cell service while abroad but will have internet access)

Outdoor Welcome Bag Essentials: 

• Bug Spray, Citronella Wipes, or Clip-on Bug Repellant
• Custom Sunglasses that say their name on them or match the theme
• Waterproof cellphone holder – perfect for the beach or a Catamaran Tour! 
• Sunscreen – make sure it’s reef safe – our favorite brand is ThinkSport!!
• Aloe Vera – because sunburns happen so easily in the tropical sun!
• Flip flops 
• Can Koozies

The Best Hangover Kit Destination Wedding Essentials: 

• LMNT – my personal recommendation for extra hydration (like Liquid IV, except it tastes way better and is packed with electrolytes!)
• Custom “Do Not Disturb” signs – “Recovering from Keith and Holly’s Wedding”
• Individually wrapped snacks – cookies, crackers, pretzels, etc.
• Bottled water
• Wine Stopper 

Miscellaneous Welcome Bag Essentials: 

• Hair Ties
• Safety Pins
• Glasses cleaner and cloth
• Mints
• Individually wrapped chocolates
• Resort Magazine or Local Magazine 

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