10 Unique Guest Book Ideas for your Destination Wedding
Looking for destination wedding guest book ideas? I’ve got you covered!
These unique, interesting, and engaging guest book ideas for your destination wedding are easy to travel with. They’re different from your traditional guest book that might sit on your shelf untouched.
Here are my top 10 picks for unique guest book ideas for destination weddings!
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While you really don’t need to bring a lot of decor for your destination wedding, these interactive ideas are simple to travel with and are great statement pieces!
If you like something you see, I’ve linked each image straight to the listing.
1. Destination Map
Digital downloads like these Destination Maps are perfect for travel! Customizable for any location, these are one of my favourite ideas for guest books (or guest maps!) because it’s so simple to bring with you.
We did this exact idea for our wedding and it’s hanging in our living room. All you need to do is get a nice frame and you’re all set!
P.s. if you want to bring it with a frame, I suggest removing the glass and leaving it at home to avoid cracking it.
2. Globe Map
Another one of my all-time favourite ideas (that will take a little bit more care and planning!) are these beautiful globes for guests to sign.
Customizable and available in a variety of colours and sizes, these globes are perfectly suited to destination weddings. Plus, they’re a statement piece you are able to enjoy for years to come! They look great on mantles, shelves, or desks.
3. Sea Shell Guest Book Drop Box
For something really unique and perfect for a beach destination weddings, check out this sea shell themed guest book! Each piece a guest signs is dropped into the shell.
This isn’t something you normally see, and it’s super cute and interactive.
4. Message in a Bottle
Another adorable destination wedding guest book idea is doing a message in a bottle! Great for beach weddings and easy to transport, these slips of paper are rolled and put inside the bottle. Whether you decide to read them on your first anniversary or when you get home – that’s up to you!
5. Sea Turtle Drop Box
I am completely in love with this alternative guest book idea. How adorable is this sea turtle drop box? Guests sign the hearts and drop them into the shell.
The smallest dimensions are 22″ x 15″, which can accomodate up to 75 guests. The smallest size also fits within a large suitcase (30″ x 19″), making travelling with a non-issue.
This beautiful wedding keepsake comes in any colour you’d like, and the font is customizable too.
6. Nautical Themed Prints
These digital downloads of nautical-themed prints from CreativeMonsoonParty on Etsy are a fitting way to remember your guests at your destination wedding!
Available in a variety of prints and colours, they’re easy to travel with and can fit between 50-120 signatures, depending on the size you order.
7. Personalized World Map
A timeless piece that will fit in with anyone’s home decor! This beautiful personalized world map is perfect for destination weddings. It comes in a few colours, depending on your preference.
If you want to travel without any issues packing, opt for the medium size (or smaller) which is 19″ x 19″. This will easily fit into a large suitcase!
8. Wooden Block Tower
Have you ever played Jenga or Jumbling Tower? This wooden block tower is such a fun way to remember your guests. Each tower comes with a solid wooden box with an engraved lid and 54 blocks for guests to leave their well-wishes on.
9. Treasure Chest
If signing a traditional book isn’t your thing, what about this adorable treasure chest? Divided into 3-9 sections, guests can choose to leave memories, marriage advice, date ideas, well-wishes, recipes, and more!
This beautiful keepsake is easy to travel with and is something you can look back on to keep the memories going.
10. Polaroid Guest Book
Doing a Polaroid guest book is probably my favourite interactive idea, and it’s super simple (and fun!) to execute.
All you need is a guest book, an Instax camera, and some markers. Your guests can snap photos, stick them in your guest book, and sign it with memories, wishes, etc.
All the brides that I’ve known to do this idea has purchased the Fujifilm Instax Mini from Amazon. It comes in 5 different colours and 40 film sheets.
It’s the highest-rated instant camera on Amazon and gives you the best bang for your buck. You can purchase more film sheets if needed!
This is an amazing way to get more photos from the night and is something fun to look back on. Pair it with a sleek instruction sign to put beside it.
Choosing your Destination Wedding Guest Book
There are so many fun options to pick for your guest book.
Whether you’re planning a destination wedding with a small group or a large amount of guests, any of these are a perfect addition. Just be sure to take their size into account when packing for your wedding.
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