| Since the cost of traveling and attending a | | | | small gift certificate to one of the restaurants to |
| wedding can be significant for out of town guests, | | | | show your appreciation to them for traveling to |
| it's important to keep their finances in mind when | | | | your wedding. |
| planning your wedding. Following are travel tips to | | | | Transportation |
| make your out of town wedding guests' stay | | | | Provide out of town guests with a listing of rental |
| more economical: | | | | car companies and phone numbers. Contact some |
| Hotel | | | | rental car companies to inquire about group |
| Choose an affordable hotel located near the site | | | | discounts or other coupons. Also include |
| of the wedding or reception where guests will | | | | information on public transportation such as bus, |
| have an easier time finding their way to the big | | | | cab, train and subway information. |
| event. If possible, find a hotel with amenities such | | | | Activities |
| as a pool, a complimentary breakfast and free | | | | Your wedding guests may want to check out |
| Internet access. For your guests, the hotel should | | | | local activities in the area. After all, this is a |
| be a refuge from all the wedding activities and a | | | | vacation for them. Be sure to make a list of |
| place of relaxation. Contact the hotels to inquire | | | | interesting activities (free and paid activities) such |
| about group discounts. | | | | as parks and museums. Offer a mix of local |
| Dining | | | | culture for them to select from. |
| Eating in a new locale is always a source of | | | | Travel-weary wedding guests may not want to |
| entertainment but can often be overwhelming | | | | travel around town too much. As such, choose |
| when searching through a local directory. Create a | | | | hotels, restaurants and activities that are within a |
| listing of recommended local restaurants for your | | | | short drive or even within walking distance. By |
| wedding guest's that includes a general description | | | | providing affordable hotel and restaurant options, |
| of the food and menu prices. Keep their budgets | | | | as well as a listing of local activities, it shows that |
| in mind by choosing reasonably-priced restaurants | | | | you care about your guests and appreciate them |
| and provide coupons as applicable. In lieu of | | | | participating in your big day. |
| offering wedding favors, consider purchasing a | | | | |