It’s a Waste of Time
Destination weddings are more complex than local weddings because of flights, resorts, and travel planning. Instead of relying on RSVP cards, we use guest bookings to track who’s actually attending. Once a guest reserves their room in your wedding block, that’s their RSVP.
This method is way more accurate than collecting cards, and it saves you from scrambling for a final headcount right before your wedding. You’ll always know exactly who’s coming and when!
The False Positives
This one’s a biggie. Traditional RSVPs can give you what we call false positives. Guests may check yes on the RSVP card because they want to come, but in reality, half of them won’t be able to make it due to work, budgets, or family commitments.
That means you could end up planning (and paying) for 100 guests, only to have 50 actually show up. By using bookings instead of RSVPs, you know the numbers are real and can plan confidently without overestimating.
What We Do Instead
Our process is simple: your guest’s room deposit is their RSVP! Once the deposit is paid, you can count them in for your big day. No guessing, no chasing replies, and no stress. Just accurate numbers that make wedding planning easier from start to finish.
Let’s Make It Easy
RSVPs may work for traditional weddings, but for destination weddings, bookings are the way to go. With this system, you’ll save money, save time, and eliminate the stress of false positives.
Thinking about a destination wedding but still have questions? We’d love to help. Contact Romance Travel Group today, and one of our destination wedding specialists will walk you through every step.
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