The groom is my husband's brother.What to do when invited to a destination wedding that my husband and I are part of but we can't afford to go?
You step down and step down in time in case the bride and groom need to find replacements.What to do when invited to a destination wedding that my husband and I are part of but we can't afford to go?
You tell them immediately that you can't afford to go! Simple. If the Bride and Groom care more about their destination wedding, then they'll choose other wedding party members. If they care more about their loved ones being with them on their special day, they'll either help you pay for it, or have the wedding somewhere more affordable.
Just talk to the bride and groom. Some people who plan destination weddings pay for their bridal party to travel (though most don't). They may be willing to help you out if they know it's prohibitive. But if you really can't afford it, just make sure they know in plenty of time - tell them right away! Bummer!
I honestly can't believe that people who have destination weddings expect guests to travel along with them. When we looked at doing it, we figured we'd be on our own! Seriously, who can afford it?? We opted to stay home instead to have our friends and family there.
You let them know ASAP. Don't let them pull a guilt trip on you though. People need to understand that when they decide to run off and get married they can't expect everyone they do know to be able to do it with them. If they really cared about everyone being there they would have done it at home.
You send them a gift and well wishes. Couples who have destination weddings need to have open eyes and realize not everyone can take vacation hours and use up money to come to their wedding.
Politely decline ASAP! Let them know you regret that you cannot attend due to budget restrictions.
If they can help you out, they will offer but please please please allow them some time to find someone to replace the both of you!
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