Destination weddings have transformed the way couples celebrate their big day—bringing together loved ones in stunning locales for a multi-day experience that feels more like a vacation than a traditional wedding. But what about the guests? Enter GuestMoons, a new travel trend that’s turning wedding attendance into something even more rewarding: a personal getaway.Photo by Sarah Lord

Why GuestMoons Make Sense

Most guests attending a destination wedding are already using their vacation time. They’re paying for flights, accommodations, and more — all for a trip that typically lasts just three or four nights. GuestMoons offer the opportunity to extend that trip, either before or after the wedding, and turn your guests’ time away into a real vacation.

GuestMoons provide freedom and flexibility, especially for guests who want time away from the main group, prefer different accommodations, or simply want to experience more of the destination. Guests can either extend their stay at your host property before or after your big day or switch resorts altogether.

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How to Offer GuestMoons to Your Wedding Guests

The most successful experiences happen when couples partner with a destination wedding travel specialist. These professionals bring far more to the table than just booking rooms—they offer firsthand destination knowledge, resort expertise gained from past weddings, and insider access to properties that match a range of budgets and styles. They can negotiate group contracts, secure preferential pricing, and unlock perks like room upgrades, resort credits, and complimentary stays.

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Beyond logistics, a destination wedding travel specialist helps personalize the experience by crafting options tailored to different guest preferences—whether it’s a few extra nights at the wedding resort, a stay at a boutique hotel nearby, or curated excursions like catamaran cruises or local tours. With one expert coordinating the details, couples can offer guests a seamless way to turn wedding attendance into a full vacation experience.

Couples can highlight these options in their save-the-dates or on their wedding website, making it easy for guests to customize their trip.

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Why GuestMoons Give Back to Guests

First, it’s cost-effective. Since the flight is already paid for, the added hotel cost is often minimal. GuestMoons also allow for personalization, letting guests explore the destination as it suits them. Lastly, it creates balance. After the wedding, guests can recharge on their own terms.

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From Celebration to Vacation

GuestMoons help couples offer a more memorable and inclusive experience—where guests aren’t just celebrating love, but also enjoying a break they might not otherwise take. It’s a thoughtful, practical trend that’s redefining the destination wedding experience for everyone involved.

So the next time you plan (or attend) a destination wedding, consider a GuestMoon. Love may be the reason for the trip—but a little R&R makes it unforgettable.

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