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Destination Elopement - Being a Good Friend and Guest...

Megan, on March 13, 2023 at 12:42 Posted in Before the wedding 0 6

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My husband and I have been asked to 'witness' our good friends' destination elopement ceremony, and we are the only two guests attending (second wedding for both, and none of their parents or children are attending). The bride is extremely chill and the event is very casual... The couple has organized the hotel accommodation, ceremony, and officiant, and have told me there's really nothing left to do! Since it's a secret wedding I can't organize a shower or hen party, and I don't think they are planning a reception. I'd really like to do something special for them but can't think of anything. They're not into excursions at the destination and want to mostly hang out at the beach, snorkel, and relax. Does anyone have any advice or ideas for additional duties, gifts, or a meaningful gesture to show them some love?

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Latest activity by Rebecca, on March 16, 2023 at 12:05

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Rebecca · On March 16, 2023 at 12:05
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If the resort has excursions or spas i know i would love that
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Hank · On March 14, 2023 at 10:56
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You could upgrade their suite if that's within your budget.
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Megan · On March 13, 2023 at 18:50
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They've hired a photographer for the ceremony, but having more informal or candid shots is a fantastic idea. I love taking photos, myself, and could put together an album of these pics for them, too, after we get home. Thank you so much!
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Megan · On March 13, 2023 at 18:47
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This is a great idea, thank you!
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Kate · On March 13, 2023 at 15:12
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I think the dinner on the beach idea is sweet. Are they wanting to have a photographer? what if you hired someone to document the ceremony and parts of the trip? If I was into having photos, I would super appreciate something like that, also kind of nice to have someone there to take candid/natural photos of this memorable "secret" time away, it can just be professional photos to have for themselves.
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