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16 Travel-Themed Wedding Ideas to Kickstart Your New Adventure

Getting married is your next big adventure together—celebrate the occasion with these travel-themed wedding ideas to reflect your love of exploring the world.

Shannon Cain Photography

If you and your partner love visiting new places together, or if it seems like both of you have a never-ending case of wanderlust, then a travel-themed wedding makes total sense for you when it's time to start planning your big day. Luckily, there are plenty of travel theme wedding ideas you can use to incorporate your love of exploration and adventure into your wedding decor. Whether you're into backpacking, glamorous getaways, or something in between, these ideas will help jumpstart your travel-themed wedding vision board.

What is a travel-themed wedding?

The travel-themed wedding style tends to be a mixture of  boho and whimsical aesthetics , with the ultimate goal of creating an ambience that's both welcoming and eclectic—most importantly, it should be full of your personality and love of travel! Popular decor accents for a travel theme include things like globes, vintage suitcases, postcards, airplane motifs, stamps, and maps. Bright  wedding colors  are an easy way to give your travel-themed wedding a boost of fun, so we suggest choosing eye-catching colors like yellow, blue, red, fuchsia, and turquoise.   

Travel Theme Wedding Ideas

Not sure where to start? We've got you. Here are some of our favorite ideas for a travel-themed wedding—your next adventure begins now!

Event planning by Hazel & Bloom Events ; Calligraphy by Cottonwood Print

Travel-themed wedding invitations

Decorate your save-the-dates, wedding invitations , and other stationery with travel-themed details, like a hot air balloon motif, airplane motif, or even the geographical coordinates of your wedding location. Complete the invitations with themed stamps, or source unique vintage ones from Etsy.

PinkShe Designs

Passport wedding invitations

We love this alternative invitation idea if you're having a destination wedding. Work with your wedding stationer to create a themed stationery booklet that looks like a passport—you can include all of the important  wedding invitation details , along with helpful travel tips for your guests.

Map & Compass Photography

Comfortable wedding attire

Practical attire is especially important if your travel-themed wedding is taking place in an unexpected locale, like at the top of a mountain. Skip the fancy gowns, tuxedos, and footwear in favor of clothes that make it easy to move around (hiking boots optional!) and are appropriate for your venue. 

Engraved compass wedding gift

Watches are a popular wedding day gift to give your spouse, but for a travel wedding theme, why not surprise your S.O. with a personalized compass instead? This one has a sweet engraved message on the back that reads, "So you can always find your way back home."

Airplane hangar wedding venue

Don't hesitate to think outside the box when it comes to your travel-themed wedding venue. Unique transportation-inspired venues, like airplane hangars, aviation museums, and train stations, will add an extra-memorable element to your special day.  

Kylie Martin Photography Pippin Hill Farm and Vineyard

Wedding welcome sign

This wedding welcome sign is elegant while staying on-theme thanks to a subtle postal motif in the top right corner. Vintage suitcases and hurricane lanterns turn the sign into a focal point at the venue entrance.

Nicki Wolfe Events & Spaces

Vintage map wedding seating chart

Direct your wedding guests to their reception tables with this travel-themed seating chart. Use a vintage world map as the background for printable or hand-written seating assignments. 

Luggage tag wedding escort cards

If you prefer individual  wedding escort cards  instead of a seating chart, leather luggage tags are a creative idea for a travel-inspired wedding. Hire a professional calligrapher to write the guests' names—these also double as wedding favors!

Poirier Wedding Photography

Event planning by Erin Marie Weddings

Vintage suitcases

Vintage and antique suitcases are staple pieces when it comes to travel-themed wedding ideas. You can use them almost anywhere, whether it's to fill an empty corner at your venue, create a unique wedding cake display, or collect cards and gifts.

Garrett Richardson Photography

Event planning by White Lace Events & Design

Up -themed wedding table centerpiece

If you're  inviting kids to your wedding , they'll love this adorable  Up -inspired centerpiece (and we're pretty the sure adults will, too).  

Palm Beach Photography, Inc.

Vintage travel postcards

From table numbers to place cards, there are a million different ways to use vintage postcards in your travel-themed wedding decor. If you can find postcards from your wedding location, honeymoon spot, or another place that holds significance for you and your partner, that's even better!

Rachael Schirano Photography

Globe wedding guest book

Skip the traditional tabletop guest book and ask your guests to sign a globe instead. Not only does it match the travel-themed wedding aesthetic, but it's something you'll actually want to display it in your home after the wedding. Check out local thrift stores for vintage globes, or  purchase a customized one on Etsy .  

Mallori Ma Photography

Travel-themed wedding koozies

Koozies are a tried-and-true wedding favor, and they'll come in handy right away if you put them out at the start of your reception. Customize yours with a cute travel-inspired phrase like, "Our adventure begins" and your wedding date.

Social Photo Camper

Vintage camper photo booth

This vintage-camper-turned-photo-booth is an added source of entertainment during cocktail hour and when guests are taking a break from the dance floor. Browse  local event rental companies  to find one for your reception.

Allie Dearie Photography Noteworthy Chocolates

Personalized wedding favors

Would you believe us if we told you this was chocolate? Treat your guests to a similar wedding favor idea by decorating custom cookies or candy with travel-themed details, like a compass.

Alicia Lucia Photography The Desert Compass

Tile inspired-wedding cake

For your wedding cake, pull inspiration from some of your favorite trips and work with your  wedding cake baker  to design something you love. This tile-inspired wedding cake reminds us of Barcelona or Santorini.

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Inspiration for Your Travel Themed Wedding or Destination Wedding

Last updated: June 14, 2024 - Written by Jessica Norah 106 Comments

Planning a travel themed wedding? The goal of this article is to provide inspiration for couples planning a travel inspired wedding or destination wedding.

I guess you could say that Laurence and I had a travel-themed wedding although it was more of a destination wedding. We legally married at sea aboard the RMS Queen Mary 2 in the Atlantic Ocean. Then we had a small ceremony in Venice Italy for family and friends to celebrate our wedding in Venice .

Even though we did not have the most traditional wedding ceremony or reception, I spent quite a bit of time online researching awesome travel themed wedding items and ideas about ways a couple could incorporate their wanderlust and love of travel into their wedding ceremony and wedding reception.

We’ve put together a list of over 100 items that we think would be perfect for a travel-themed wedding. These include travel themed wedding invitations, wedding rings, wedding decorations, table place cards, cake toppers, DIY ideas, wedding favor gifts, and more!

Many of our recommendations are focused on handmade items and unique products that can be customized to fit the style of any wedding couple. We include items that should fit just about any type of wedding and suit any wedding budget.

We have physically reviewed many of these items and hope you enjoy this list of wonderful travel themed wedding items. We hope it inspires you and gives you plenty of ideas for your own travel themed wedding!

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100+ Ideas for a Travel Themed Wedding

In 2015, one survey of American wedding couples found that approximately 21% have a destination wedding of some sort, whether domestically or internationally. The study found that there are more than 350,000 destination weddings each year, 77% of which take place in the continental US and 23% at international destinations with the Caribbean and Mexico being the two most popular destinations.

However, not all couples want or can have a destination wedding, but many still want to incorporate their love of travel into their wedding celebration. You don’t have to have a destination wedding to fill your marriage celebration with travel inspired touches. 

So we are sharing over 100 products we found during our search that we thought would be perfect for a travel themed wedding or a destination wedding. These simple travel themed wedding decorations can help transport your guests to another land, and make them feel like they’re on holiday, even if they are still in their hometown.

I got truly interested in the topic of how to incorporate elements of travel into one’s wedding after we decided to get customized engagement/wedding rings with a strong travel element.  Many of the items on this list we physically reviewed. Some were items we purchased or received as gifts, and others were given to us by artists for review. Other products are just ones I loved when researching travel themed weddings online.

The majority of the items included on our list are handmade or hand customized items, made by a single artist, family, or a small business. Many of these items are truly unique and the majority can be customized to include elements that are special to you.

Note that most wedding items are marketed towards heterosexual couples with bride/groom and his/her versions. However, given that most of our recommended items can be personalized, most artists are happy to adjust wording/colors/features to suit a gay wedding, civil union, nonbinary couple, etc. Just message them to ask!

We know that many people, like us, want to try to support local businesses when we can, and with Etsy it is easy to find products that are made in one’s own country. We share items that are made worldwide, with a large number of products produced in the USA, Canada, and the UK. But we also include items made by artists in Australia, the Ukraine, France, India, Brazil, Israel, etc. 

When shopping, we recommend ordering items well before you need them for the wedding. Personalized and custom orders will take longer to make and international shipping times can be slow.

Although we chose these items specifically for a travel themed wedding, many of these items will also work for travel themed bridal showers, bon voyage parties, birthday parties, baby showers, engagement parties, wedding couple gifts, and just as general travel-related gifts.

There are so many possible ways to incorporate travel elements into your wedding, and we have tried to cover a variety of items from cake toppers to wedding invitations to wedding favors to wedding jewelry. We also tried to include items that fit a number of budgets and types of weddings. 

We hope that this list helps inspire you to incorporate some element of your own wanderlust into your upcoming wedding or party! 

Let’s get started!

Travel Themed Wedding Invitations & Save the Date Cards

Let your guests know that there will be a travel theme for the wedding from the beginning, with your travel themed wedding invitations and Save the Date cards. Get your guests excited by sending them something like a passport or boarding pass inspired wedding invite.

Most also offer other wedding stationery so you can also get matching menus, table place cards, thank you cards, etc. if you find a design you really love!

Just note when shopping for wedding invitations, the initial fee is normally the design fee which pays for the designer’s time to customize and tailor the invites to fit the look you want. Then there is normally a separate fee for the printing and shipping of the needed number of invites.

Below are some great travel-inspired options to get your imagination going.

Boarding Pass Wedding Invitation

These customizable destination-specific wedding invitations will get your guests super excited for your big day. The set includes a boarding pass inspired invite plus RSVP card. You can also add a matching Save the Date card to your order. You can customize them for any destination you want.

The Canada based designer works with you on all the final details to ensure your stationery is perfect for you! See lots of wedding stationery options in their Party Glamour Shop .

World Map Wedding Invitations

Impress your guests with these wanderlust-inducing world map wedding invitations . Featuring a patterned map border and a soaring airplane at the top of your wedding announcement, you can choose from 6 map designs to introduce your big day.

Invitation sets include the main invite with A7 envelope, a details card, and a RSVP card with an A1 envelope. Globe shaped design pockets can also be added.

See more travel-themed invitation designs and wedding accessories from Momentous Boutique here .

Starfish Hessian Wedding Invitations

These gorgeous handmade starfish beach invitations which are paired with a flip flop shaped RSVP card are a perfect addition for those of you planning a beach wedding. They are fully customizable in terms of color, font, and design allowing you the ultimate flexibility to create something you truly love.

Check out the Wedding Pod’s other designs and sweet wedding favors here .

Cruise Wedding Invitations

Having gotten married out at sea ourselves, we are huge fans of these cruise ship boarding pass wedding invitations ! It’s all about the little details with the cut-out notches and the perforated top – it almost looks like the real deal!

Each set includes a fully customized boarding pass printed on heavy white cardstock, a ticket sleeve with nautical knot pattern, 1 luggage tag inspired RSVP card with return envelope, and exterior mailing envelope.

You can explore more of The Stylish Scribe’s designs here .

Passport Invitations

I bet your wedding guests have never seen an invitation quite like this! These 2, 6 or 10 page passport invitations are fully customizable, affordable, and will suit every couple’s style & individuality. Made with premium semi-gloss or matte pages, they bring a modern alternative to traditional destination wedding invitations.

Based in Canada, Brian & Jacquie have some other pretty unique wedding invitations on offer at the Empire Invites shop .

Self Print Travel Wedding Invites & Save the Dates

These self-print boarding pass inspired wedding invites and travel-themed custom photo save the date cards are perfect for those who are looking for a more budget-friendly option. Price includes customization, proofing, and the print-ready files that come ready for printing at home or a local printshop.

These invites are great for those who have access to high-quality printing or for those who are planning to send their invites or save the dates electronically via email. 

We did a custom design with Sameeha and it turned out fantastic. You can see more invite designs in Sameeha’s Store here .  

Travel Themed Engagement or Wedding Rings

Has your mutual love for travel played a big part in your relationship? Travel themed engagement and wedding rings are the perfect way to symbolize and celebrate your love for each other and for the world you have explored together.

Capture the exact location you got engaged with a beautiful coordinates ring, or honor your hometown with interlocking coastline or mountain rings. We have included some really unique options to choose from below that are sure to showcase your shared love for travel.

World Map Cutout Ring

This 14K gold map ring features the continents attached to two solid gold bands giving it a unique look. The ring is available in yellow, white, or rose 14k. The ring has been designed with extra gold to be stronger and more durable to be worn as an engagement ring.

The handmade world map ring is also available in less expensive designs and metals for those with a smaller budget, although these may be less suitable for a daily wear engagement ring. See more world map ring designs in Layla’s online shop .

Interlocking Custom Coastline or Mountain Rings

This beautiful two-part platinum interlocking coastline ring is handmade to show off the outline of your favorite coastline—it doesn’t get much more unique than that! It is the perfect wedding ring to celebrate a special holiday, country of birth, or a location you will never forget.

Or if you are more of a mountain person than a water person, they also have an interlocking mountain ring where you can have a ring designed with the outline of your favorite mountain or mountain range.

You’ll be given the opportunity to choose your coastline or mountain range by specifying a place name, or stretch between two points once you’ve added the ring to your shopping cart. If you and your partner share a favorite place, you might consider getting matching rings.

You can find more of Hannah Louise Lamb’s work here .

Gold Coordinates Ring

Capture your favorite location with this thin 14 K sold yellow gold ring stamped with your custom coordinates. This personalized wedding ring measures 2mm in width and is 1.25 mm thick, so it is very thin and is perfect for stacking, so you can add to it when more of life’s big moments come knocking.

Anna Ourth has a whole selection of customizable rings and jewelry, click here to see more.

Joint Map Gold Rings

Unite through your love for travel with this pair of 18k white gold world map rings . One ring covers the northern hemisphere and one depicts the southern hemisphere. Only when you join both rings can you can see the complete map. One ring includes a 1.70mm diamond.

The ring set is available in white gold, rose gold, or yellow gold. Personalization is possible.

These unique wedding rings are made in Spain and you can see a large selection of jewelry by Pepe Dry .

Titanium Laser-Etched World Map Rings

This unisex titanium map ring has been laser cut with a world map design. This is repeated 3 times around the ring. The intricate map details are laser etched with a very high power laser and these are the most detailed world map rings we’ve ever seen. The inside of the rings can also be engraved.

Laurence and I purchased a custom version of this ring as our own engagement and wedding rings!

There are many other laser designs available, including custom requests. Fingerprints and photos can also be lasered onto the rings. See more ring designs by Bruce at Boone Rings .

Travel Themed Ring Pillows & Boxes

Once you have your wedding rings picked out, you need to think about how you want to store and present them on your wedding day. Your wedding rings are front and center at your ceremony so it’s important to make sure they arrive safely.

Not only do ring pillows and boxes act as a stylish way of holding your new jewelry as you walk down the aisle, but they can also be used as a lovely keepsake to remember your big day after the wedding.

Personalized Wedding Ring Box

This engraved ring box is inspired by the Disney-Pixar film Up and designed for a couple who are ready for their next big adventure. The engraved wooden box has a magnetic seal and features a pretty balloon design and quote from the film. It can hold two rings with the felt and ribbon included. You can choose from 5 colored felt inserts.

Laura can also do custom designs and has some great bespoke engraved and printed designs in her UK-based store .

Travel Themed Wedding Ring Pillow

If you want to take this travel theme to the next level, it all comes down to the little details. This ivory satin ring bearer pillow could be a lovely addition to your wedding ceremony with its airplanes and customizable travel signpost.

You can personalize it with your name and wedding date, change the colors, or even order a matching guest book. You can find more options in Sandrine’s Porte Alliance store here .

Beach Wedding Ring Box

Fill this beautiful wooden ring box with sand from your favorite beach, or use the sand from the beach you will be getting married at! When you open up this tiny treasure chest, you’ll find a customizable color heart, where Renee can write your initials or the date of your big day in vinyl writing. The box itself measures 2.36″ x 2.36″ x 3.54″.

What an amazing keepsake box and one that will look fantastic in wedding photos as well!  See Renee’s full set of offerings here .

Travel Themed Bridal Wedding Jewelry

Jewelry is a great way to show off one’s love of travel. This can be done in an obvious way or in a more discreet fashion. There are a lot of travel-themed jewelry options out there and for a wedding we recommend thinking about necklaces, earrings, and bracelets.

Below are some ideas to give you some inspiration, but if you don’t find something you love, take a look at our giant travel jewelry guide for more options.

Earth Bead Necklace

This sapphire blue earth necklace is perfect for the bride who needs a little “something blue” during her wedding. The necklace features a small round sapphire blue Czech glass bead, antique pewter charm, and silver plated chain. The globe charm can be purchased alone or with the chain.

This store has a large selection of travel-themed jewelry and charms, including other globe designs, and you can see more at Evelyn Mae Creations .

World Map Necklace

This handmade world map necklace features multiple hand cut pieces joined together to create a world map design. The necklace and chain is made from sterling silver or 14K filled yellow or rose gold. Personalization is also possible.

You can see more travel related jewelry at Ivy’s shop Ivy By Design .

Compass Rose Necklace

This dainty compass rose necklace has a small sterling silver charm and chain. Perfect for the bride who prefers small and more discreet jewelry, and great for everyday wear.

The necklace comes with gift packaging so is perfect for gift giving and would also make good bridesmaid gifts. You can see more jewelry by Efy Tal here .

Pandora World Map Pendant

This globe pendant charm is made by Pandora is made of sterling silver and features 23 bead-set clear cubic zirconia and shimmering blue enamel. Can be worn on a necklace or charm bracelet. Another option for a bride looking for “something blue”.

See more Pandora charms and jewelry here .

Airplane Gold Earrings

These tiny gold statement earrings are shaped like airplanes and made of 18K gold. These dainty earrings are a great way to show off one’s travel love in an elegant way.

See more fashion and fine jewelry designed by NYC-based Carleen  here .

Sterling Silver Country or State Earrings

These solid sterling silver stud earrings are cut in the shape of Australia and show a heart being cutout over Sydney, but almost any country, U.S. state, or continent is possible. These earrings are available in two sizes (standard and petite) and the heart location can be moved (or removed)! Also available in 14K gold as well.

See more state and country jewelry at Tanya and her husband’s store The Hometown Haven .

Gold World Map Cuff

This wide metal cuff contains a laser cut-out of the world map. Available in 24K gold plated or rhodium plated brass. The bracelet is designed to fit almost any arm.

A beautiful cuff for a globetrotter with a fine taste in jewelry. See more Christina Ramella bracelets here .

Bohemian Silk Wrap Bracelets

If you are having a more rustic or bohemian wedding, these silk wrap bracelets may be a great fit. Each bracelet is made with a hand-stamped aluminum tag that is then attached to a multi-colored handy dyed silk ribbon. This one says “Wanderlust” but the ribbon color and wording on the tag can be customized to say anything you want.

Great for any bohemian bride and these can be customized to include any word, name, coordinates, or phrase you wish. See more colorful wrap bracelets by Mystique Sieraden here .

Travel Themed Cufflinks

If you are thinking of a way to show off a groom’s love of travel, cufflinks can be a great way to do it. Cufflink styles vary from elegant to playful and customized designs are possible. Matching cufflinks may also look good on the groomsmen as well to tie together their look.

Below are several ideas to get you thinking.

Airplane CuffLinks

These classy airplane cufflinks  are handmade of sterling silver. Similar designs available in 24K gold plated brass. Personal engraving possible.

Tomer makes a lot of high quality airplane and pilot themed jewelry and accessories, and you can check out more in his store  here .

Globe Cufflinks

These  globe cufflinks are perfect for the globetrotting groom who enjoys a classy but novel cuff link. These feature a small round blue and yellow novelty globe on rhodium plated steel. The small globes actually spin!

See more unique cufflinks designs from LBFeel on Amazon here .

Personalized Map Cufflinks

These  handcrafted custom map cufflinks are made using a small clear glass dome, vintage maps, and silver plated stainless steel backing. Maps can be customized to any map location, so these can be your hometown, favorite vacation destination, wedding or honeymoon location, or anywhere else you want.

Cufflinks are available in two sizes. See more map related jewelry at the Bjeweled Vintage shop .

Nautical Cufflinks

These silver nautical themed cufflinks are designed to look like a ship’s steering wheel. They are made of solid brass with stainless steel plating. These are a great pair to consider for those with a nautical themed wedding, perhaps on a beach or on a boat.

These cufflinks are inexpensive and great for the budget-conscious couple. You can find more nautical themed cufflinks on Amazon here .

Personalized Coordinates Cufflinks

These rose gold cufflinks are personalized with the latitude and longitude coordinates of your choice (wedding location, places you met, etc.) and initials. You can engrave the front, back (hidden from view), or both sides of the cuff links.

A perfect accessory for the groom on the wedding day, and makes a great keepsake. See more coordinates jewelry and accessories at Georgie Designs shop .

Bride and Groom State or Country Custom Cuff Links

This set of cuff links are made of wood set in metal, and the wood can be engraved with the outline of any state or country. A heart can also be placed over any area. A great pair of cuff links to show off the home towns or countries of the bride and groom. They can be personalized as you wish.

These cuff links are handmade by Linsey in her Michigan-based shop, and you can see more of her jewelry and laser-cut designs here .

Travel Themed Bow Ties & Neck Ties

Adding a travel themed bow tie or neck tie to your wedding wardrobe is an elegant but subtle way to incorporate your love of travel into your special day.

If you are purchasing a bow tie, be sure to note if it comes pre-tied or not, and whether it can be self-tied. Most grooms will prefer one style or the other.

For weddings, especially if there are a lot of groomsmen wearing matching bow ties, it is often recommended by wedding photographers to wear pre-tied bow ties for the photo shoot so that all the ties are a uniform size and shape in the wedding photos. So, some grooms may want one of each.

Map Bow Tie

This handcrafted bow tie is made using premium Japanese cotton with a world map design. It is adjustable and will fit a neck size up to 21″. Customs styles, fabrics, and sizes are possible. Most styles are listed as self tie but can also be customized to be pre-tied as well.

A matching pocket square in the same map fabric can also be found here . See more in Julia’s Canada-based store VIVID Clothing Toronto

Airplane bow tie

It’s all about the little details! This fun handmade blue airplane bow tie comes pre-tied and adjustable for your big day. It also comes in a variety of sizes to ensure that your entire wedding party can be matching as they stand at the end of the aisle.

Matching pocket squares are also offered. See more designs and wedding accessories from NewWay Creation Design here .

Anchor Nautical Bow Tie

This cute anchor bow tie is a great pick for anyone getting married by the sea or on a cruise ship! The handmade tie is made from 100% microfiber and is a self tie design.

These ties are designed and handmade in Australia. Take a look at some of their other tie designs and pocket squares here . You’re sure to find something to fit your wedding theme.

Pre-Tied Blue Map Bow Tie

This handmade bow tie is made of cotton with a blue map design. It comes either pre-tied with an adjustable neck strap or as a clip on style (we recommend pre-tied for a wedding). The map image showed here is of Europe, but you can customize the map image on the tie.  

Other map designs can also be found in the seller’s store. See more bow ties in Oxana’s store My Bowtiful Creations .

World Map Neck Tie

This  map tie is made from a light blue cotton fabric with a world map design. It is handsewn and the tie is made to standard size, but can be made wider or more narrow by request. Also available as a bow tie.

See more neck ties and bow ties by Julia at VIVID Clothing Toronto .

Airplane Silk Slim Neck Tie

This silk slim neck tie show’s off one’s love for travel in a subtle way with an airplane symbol on the bottom corner of the tie. Ties are available in a large arrange of colors and the airplane design can also be done in multiple colors.

See more tie designs at the London based Tie For You shop .

Travel Themed Bridal Bouquets

Your bridal bouquet is a wonderful place to add a touch of creativity to really show off your love of travel. For example, you can add a travel themed ribbon or a custom map charm to incorporate your home town or a special location into your wedding day.

Or if you are eco-conscious, allergic to real flowers, or want a bouquet you can keep forever, consider a bouquet of map paper or fabric flowers instead!

Map Print Fabric Ribbon

If you are looking for a travel-themed ribbon to tie your bridal bouquet or embellish a decoration, consider this printed fabric ribbon . The fabric ribbon is made of polyester and is 1 1/2″ width (38 mm) and perfect for flower arrangments and embellishments.

Lalle Craft Supplies have loads of other ribbons and European crafts supplies, which you can explore here .

Personalized Sterling Silver Map Charm

Add a personalized charm to your wedding bouquet to mark a special location, such as the place you met, a trip you took together, the exact location you got engaged, your wedding ceremony location, etc. You could even have one with your hometown and one of your partner’s hometown, if you come from different places.

The prints are taken from real maps, not printouts, and are all hand cut into shape and set in sterling silver pendant and preserved forever in fine layers of jeweler’s grade resin.

Take a look at Elizabeth’s other customizable designs here .

Map Print Fabric Flower Wedding Bouquet

With fabric roses created by hand from an old world map print, this bouquet is a stunning addition to your travel themed wedding. The accent colors include white, cream, light gray, or light blue and other custom color combinations can be selected as well.

The bouquets can be ordered in either 6 inch, 8 inch or 10 inch diameters, and each flower can be adorned with rhinestones, colorful beads, or pearls in the center.

Becki makes a selection of beautiful fabric flowers and bouquets, which you can find here .

Paper Map Flower Wedding Bouquet

This beautiful handcrafted wedding bouquet is made of paper flowers, cardstock, ribbon, wire, and glue. The paper flowers can be crafted out of recycled maps or atlas pages, book pages, love letters, sheet music, comics, burlap, colored cardstock, or any other type of paper and can be shaped into 7 different kinds of flower shapes. The colors, flowers, and bouquet size are all customizable.

Couples can specify the actual book, map page, or comic book they want used in the bouquet or provide them for Casey for her to use in the bouquet. Matching boutonnieres and corsages also available.

Just note that these custom bouquets can take a while to make and Casey gets a lot of orders, so be sure to order wll in advance of your wedding! See more at Casey’s store CraftingbyKnight

Travel Themed Guestbooks & Guestbook Alternatives

A guestbook is often one of the most treasured wedding keepsakes for a wedding couple as it contains the personal well wishes from all the wedding guests. A guestbook is often one of the first things that wedding guests see at your wedding, so it can be a good way to introduce the travel theme of the wedding.

Often the wedding couple has a guest book available to sign for people entering or exiting the wedding ceremony and then move it later to the reception so anyone who didn’t get a chance to sign at the ceremony can do it then.

If your guestbook is a bit unique, you may want to make sure you nominate a friend or family member to be in charge of letting guests know about your guest book. They can also show them how to use it if it requires any explanation.

When choosing a guestbook option, don’t forget to consider how many people are on your wedding guest list, to ensure that all guests have enough space to sign it. Many of the options below have different sizes available, while others come with the option to add extra pages for larger wedding parties.

Also note that most of our recommended guest books can also be used as a photo album if you prefer to use it to display photos of you and your partner, or if you wish for guests to take photos at the reception with an instant camera and add them to the book. Just be sure to check with the seller before purchasing if it is not clear.

World Map Wedding Guest Book

This stunning wooden wedding guest book is made from high-quality leather, wood, and paper so it is a keepsake you can treasure for a lifetime. You can customize the engraved text, engraved images, and page styles as needed. They can put a heart in any country of the world map as needed.

This guest book can also be used as a photo album if you prefer, just let Vladimi know at the time of order so he can adjust the binding.

We really love a lot of Vladimir’s guest books, photo albums, and journals! Take a look at more of his designs in his Woodlack shop .

Travel Theme Wedding Guest Book

Celebrate your favorite travel destinations with this hardback travel theme wedding guest book , perfect for a travel-loving couple or destination wedding! For the personalized hardback cover, you can choose your own map image (choose a state, country, world map, etc.) text, color scheme, and up to 15 destinations of your choice to display on the map image. It is available in two sizes.

We love lots of Jane’s designs, and you can probably buy just about everything you need for your travel themed wedding from her store! See all her travel themed wedding items in her shop No Ordinary Emporium .

Embroidered Our Adventure Book

If you are a fan of the 2009 Disney-Pixar movie Up , then you will love this Carl & Ellie inspired Adventure Book . The front looks handmade with embroidered words, suede cover, and a tied leather binding strip, while the 40 sheets of paper inside are made from thick craft paper and refill pages are available.

Each book comes with 8 Pixar Up postcards and photo corner stickers, so you can save all of your wedding memories for years to come. This is a great option for newlyweds who want to encourage their guests to take a picture with an instant camera (like this one ) at the reception and share it inside this wedding scrapbook.

For more Up inspired books, check out this list .

Hanging Map Canvas Guest Book

For something a little different, why not take a look at this unique map canvas that is designed to serve as an alternative wedding guest book. Made from durable anti-puncture canvas fabric, solid wood, and fade resistant ink, your wedding guests can write their signatures or leave a message of inspiration for your marriage anywhere they want on the map. Different sizes available.

This would make for a beautiful keepsake that you can hang up in your home after your big day. Fifth Vintage have lots of different travel inspired guest book canvas designs, which you can find here .

Alternative Shadow Box Guestbook

Start your adventure into life together with this great interactive wedding guest book alternative. This wedding guest book alternative is a globe-shaped shadow box with the message “Our Adventure Begins”, and it comes with 100 thin wooden hearts for your guests to sign or write a short message. Your guests then place the hearts into the shadow box for display.

Measuring at 11.8″ w x 14.8″ h x 0.6″ d and created with gold painted glass on a wooden frame, this unique guestbook also includes a tent card with printed instructions on how to use the guest book alternative.

The Taara Bazaar store has many other guest book alternatives in their store for you to check out.

Globe Wedding Guestbook

If you love globes, this wedding globe guest book is hand-painted and personalized with wording of your choice. Your guests can write their names and short messages with metallic markets directly onto the globe.

The globe colors, including the base, can be customized to match your wedding decorations. You can also order a sign asking guests to sign and markers if you wish.

This works best for smaller weddings so guests will have enough space to sign or write a message on the globe. If you have a larger wedding, you may want to have multiple globes available or use the globe in addition to a traditional guestbook.

Emily specialized in handpainted globes, and you can see her full selection in her store here .

World Travel Map Pin Board

This rustic looking map pin board is a piece of artwork, but you can also transform it into a beautiful message board from your nearest and dearest. Your wedding guests can write their names and messages on map tags like these and pin them to a map pinboard. You can then display the map pin board in your home after the wedding!

This is the design of the map pin board we have in our home, and it is designed to feel old and rustic, inspired by the vintage character, aged paper, and hand-drawn maps of earlier times. Several other map designs are available as well, including country and state-specific maps as well as more modern map designs. Various sizes are available for each map design.

If you want a map in a specific color to match your wedding colors, check out the color splash options .

These maps are handmade in the USA by Ross, and you can take a look at all of the Conquest Maps designs here .

Travel Themed Wedding Card Boxes

Your wedding guests may wish to give you a wedding card with their well-wishes on your special day, but with the hustle and bustle of the day, it can be hard to try to gather these throughout the day. So many wedding couples have a special place with a wedding card box where guests can drop it off.

Wedding couples often place these at the wedding reception with a sign so guests know they can drop off their cards and any gifts in a dedicated space. It may make sense to place it beside your guest book.

These travel themed wedding card boxes can also make a beautiful keepsake long after the wedding day.

Travel Wedding Theme Card Box

This wood card box makes the perfect accent to your travel wedding theme! It is shaped like a trunk and has an engraved airplane and wording. Not only does it give your guests a safe place to leave their cards, but it also makes a great keepsake box for after the wedding too.

The customized card box is made from solid wood with metal accents, and can be stained and personalized to your requests. You can engrave your names on the front or customize it with your choice of wording.

You can find hundreds of creative gift and wedding decorations at Red Heart Creations .

Globe Wedding Card Box

This custom hand-lettered world globe is perfect for guests to insert large greeting cards, well wishes, and cards of encouragement! It can hold approximately 100+ regular sized greeting cards or 200+ place card size ones. You can add place cards to the order if you wish for your guests to be able to write messages.

There is a door opening at lower-rear of globe with a hook closure so you can easily retrieve your cards and messages after your big day.

Take a peek at Amber’s other travel themed wedding decorations here .

Map Wedding Card Box

This travel themed wedding card box doubles up as home decor after the wedding day! The wooden trunk box has a map design and comes with a “Cards” banner that has wooden letters with burnt edges. This is quite a large box, measuring at 14 1/2″ long x 8″ wide and 9″ tall.

Note that given the handmade nature of most of their pieces, they are often limited to only a few in number. So if something is sold out, check their other listings and feel free to contact them for any custom requests.

Rose & Walter have hundreds of wedding favors and decorations, including some of the sweetest cake toppers we’ve ever seen, which you can explore in their Sugar Plum Cottage shop .

DIY Vintage Suitcase Card Box

If you want to have a go at decorating something yourself, why not use these vintage suitcases as a canvas? They come in stacks of 3, 4, 5 or 6 and can be used for a number of different reasons on your wedding day! Just open then up, add a sign, and perhaps some decoration for a unique travel themed card box.

Anthia has a beautiful collection of vintage style products if you wish to continue the theme across your entire wedding day!

Travel Themed Table Numbers & Place Card Holders

Depending on how you are organizing your wedding, you may be having your guests sit at specified tables and perhaps in specified seats. If so, you may need table numbers to designate each table and/or place card holders to designate the seat for each guest.

It is easy to add a travel themed touch to your table numbers and place card holders. For instance, instead of using traditional table numbers, you can designate tables using city names, country names, or photos of your favorite attractions.

Also, for those serving sit down dinners, if you are planning to have printed menus at the tables, you may want to think about doing one that matches the table place cards.

Airplane Travel Table Numbers

Do we have any pilot weddings coming up? These plane-shaped self-standing table numbers can be used as centerpieces for the tables and let guests know which table they are to sit at for a reception and/or dinner. You can personalize them with whatever text you want.

Measuring at 8″ wide and 9″ high, they are made from laser cut wood and available in natural unpainted or with a painted finish such as Gold, Silver, Rosegold, Red, Purple, Gold Glitter and Silver Glitter.

You can also find more custom wedding decorations from Mike here .

Old World Wedding Destination Table Numbers

We love these vintage style custom table numbers that allow you to designate your tables by a special city, state, or country rather than by a number! They can add a really personal touch in your special day, especially if you and your partner are from different parts of the world. Celebrate your home country or somewhere special to you with these beautiful travel themed table cards.

Once you have picked the size, design, and quantity needed for your table count, Carrie will print and ship your specific table numbers to you. Carrie has tons of other incredible map design products here .

Personalized Photo and Destination Table Name Cards

These custom photo table cards are a great way to have personalized and unique table designations that also share a bit of your story together with your guests. You can choose any destinations or places you want and then add a photo and a bit of text to describe the significance of that particular place.

See all of Jane’s many travel themed wedding items in her shop No Ordinary Emporium .

Suitcase Place Card Holder

These travel themed suitcase place card holders can also double as a sweet gift to let your wedding guests take home with them. Featuring a double stack of mini painted resin suitcases in pink and blue, the set of 6 place card holders come with matching white place cards with gold foil details.

There is a huge selection of cute wedding decorations in the Taara Bazaar store .

Map Themed Place Cards

These map print free-standing tent style place cards are the perfect addition to your special day. You can even write a little message inside for your guests if you wish!

Measuring at 4.25 inches by 2.5 inches, they are about the size of a business card size when folded in half. Each card is made from individually cut map stock, cardstock, and a name label attached to silver brackets. They are sold in increments of 10 cards.

Take a look at some of the other travel themed wedding and party decor designs from Mira here .

Travel Themed Wedding Seating Chart

Here’s something you may have never seen before! Why not create a unique map wedding seating chart for your guests to let them know where they will be seated.

You can choose to have a USA map, a full world map, map of Europe, Caribbean islands, an individual state or country, or any place else you would like. This seating chart is completely customizable when it comes to locations, cities to highlight, colors, fonts, etc. Can be printed on paper or canvas.

See more at Carrie’s Minnesota-based store called Here & There . 

Travel Themed Table Centerpieces

While many couples go for a classic floral arrangement in the center of their dining tables, this is your chance to let your imagination have some fun. Perhaps you want to showcase the different parts of the world that you and your partner have enjoyed (or plan to!) together.

In addition to the dining tables, you may also need a centerpiece for the guest book table, gift table, dessert table, or another area at your reception.

We’ve seen all sorts of travel-inspired centerpieces, but the below are some favorites, ranging from globes to hot air balloons and suitcases, to get you thinking!

Hot Air Balloon Centerpiece Decoration

If you are a long-time reader of our travel blog you will know that Laurence and I often attend hot air balloon festivals! So needless to say we are huge fans of this sweet hot air balloon centerpiece . It measures 12″ in diameter and can be handpainted in any colors you choose.

This whimsical touch will leave your guests breathless as they come to celebrate your special day. There is plenty of room in the basket to decorate with flowers and each balloon can be customized specifically for you.

Find more hot air balloon centerpieces in Maninder’s Texas-based crafts store Posh Soiree .

Map Flowers

Flowers are a traditional table centerpiece. You can add a bit of the travel theme by using map flowers in the vases instead of (or in addition to) real flowers. These roses are made of used paper maps with recyclable aluminum stems. They come in sets of 12 and the maps used can be customized to a particular state or country.

You can see more eco-friendly flower ideas at the Maryland-based Mabel Lane Boutique .

Hand-painted Globe

If you love globes, this wedding globe is hand-painted and personalized with any text, quotes, dates, etc of your choice. There are loads of colors to choose from for the sea space but if you have a custom color, you can leave a note with your order and they will work with you to find a match.

These globes can also be used as guestbooks if you prefer, and guests can write their names and short messages with metallic markers directly onto the globe.

If you love the idea of globes for your travel themed wedding, Christina has lots of them in her store here .

Decorative Map Candle Holder

If you are planning to have candles on the tables, consider a travel themed candle holder such as this one . It is made of steel and has a cutout world map design. Available in several finishes and fits both pillar candles and LED candles.

Custom cable holders are also possible, just contact the artist. See more decorative candle holders in Bela’s shop here .

Nautical Themed Candle Holders

These glass candle holders are adorned with twisted cotton rope and burlap rope. Perfect for a rustic nautical themed or beach wedding. They are 7.5 inches tall.

Rope color and decoration can be customized. See more beach related decorations in Sukanya’s store here .

Map Themed Wedding Prints

Consider having quotes as part of your table centerpiece such as these quotes on these map themed wooden signs on easels . The wood board is 1/4 inch in thickness and measures 8″ by 10″ inches. It also comes with a natural finish wooden easel included, so you can prop it up for everyone to admire.

Mira has a huge selection of travel themed wedding decorations and vintage map wood signs, take a look here .

Miniature Vintage World Globes

Scatter these small vintage looking globes around the room for a wanderlust-inducing wedding party! M ade of high impact polystyrene and a wooden base, they measure 6 inches in diameter and 8.5 inches in height. They also come with a small magnifying glass too, which adds a nice touch for your guests to search for their next vacation destination!

You can find more vintage looking globes for decoration here .

Modern Map Wedding Globe

This is a standing modern globe with twine wrapped base and a set of pearls used to join together two (or more) locations on the globe. Pearls can be customized to join together any two or more destinations. Could make a great statement centerpiece or table decoration, and be used as a keepsake after the wedding. 

You can find more travel-themed wedding decorations at Kelly’s store Woodlands Weddings .

Travel Themed Cake Toppers

Let’s talk cake! A travel themed cake topper might seem like a small detail, but it makes a big impact when it becomes the center of attention during the cake cutting. The most traditional cake toppers are of the wedding couple, but there are lots of options.

The cake topper is the perfect place to show your love of travel. This is your chance to get as creative and personalized as you like, with elegant, traditional, adventurous, and humorous options available.

Around the Globe Wedding Cake Topper

This elegant sparkly wedding cake topper will add a touch of sparkle and personality to your cake! It is made of high-quality plywood and is personalized for each couple and is available in several metallic and glittery colors. It is approximately 6 inches in width.

Take a look at the full Happy Party Decor store for more options here .

Our Adventure Continues cake topper

For the adventurous souls out there who love the outdoors, this beautiful rustic cake topper that says “Our adventure continues” is even better than the icing on top of the cake! Laser-cut from a selection of different wood options in various shades and is approximately 8 inches in width.

It can also be personalized with a hand-painted covering or glitter spray. See Nikolay’s full store here .

Custom Couple Wedding Cake Topper

Looking for a traditional wedding couple on top of the cake, but want it to actually look like you and your sweetie? Check out these great travel-themed custom cake toppers . Photos supplied by the couple are used to get the details correct for the wedding couple. Many couples also choose to add details indicating the place of their wedding, profession, pets, religion, family, and/or hobbies. 

The customizable handmade cake toppers are made of polymer clay and acrylic paint. The details on the cake toppers are made from a variety of materials such as glass beads and wire. Lots of different designs possible. Definitely a keepsake for the wedding couple!

I love Cecilia’s custom cake toppers and I am amazed at the level of customization available! See hundreds of cake topper designs in Cecilia’s store A Little Relic .

Travel Themed Name Cake Topper

Globetrotters will love these cute and customizable cake toppers , made of quality acrylic or polished plywood. You can customize your last name and date of your wedding to celebrate the moment when two travel loving partners unite. Available in a variety of colors.

You can check out Nick’s full store here .

Custom Couple Travel Cake Topper

These unique and adorable custom clay cake toppers are made with polymer clay and stand at approx. 5.9 inches tall. If you are looking to really personalize them, you can add your hometown names, favorite destinations to the direction signs, or even add in your furry friends for extra fun.

It also makes for a beautiful keepsake to cherish after the wedding day. Anna has a whole host of mini clay cake topper designs to choose from in her shop Fairy Tales Handmade .

Travel Themed Wedding Candles

Wedding candles are a way of symbolizing the uniting of two families. Often the bride and groom will light separate candles with their families, and bring them together to light a new candle as they start their next big adventure together. They are also often used to light churches and reception halls and as table centerpieces and decorations.

It is easy to add a sense of wanderlust to your candle choices, whether it is through the way the candle looks, its holder, or its scent. For scented candles, you may want to choose a specific scent for candles on the tables that fits a specific destination for a themed wedding.

If planning to burn them, look for non-toxic natural wax (paraffin free) candles. Just note that not all guests love scented candles as some people are very sensitive or allergic to them. So if you have them at the guest tables, you may want to have someone ask guests at each table before lighting and have some LED backups.

Choose Your Own Wanderlust Scent

Why not choose a specific scent for your special day? Then all of your wedding memories will come flooding back to you every time you light the candle. These wanderlust inspired candles are made with U.S farm-grown soy, phthalate-free fragrance blend, and natural wood wicks. 

There are 18 different complex scents to choose from including ones inspired by Havana Cuba, Waimea Falls, Brooklyn, San Gimignano, Japan, São Paulo, and the Rocky Mountains. The 4.5oz Woodwick Candles are hand-poured into recycled glass jars and burn for up to 40 hours.

You can choose one scent or choose several to complement different table themes. Check out Drew’s full store of unisex candles and scents here .

Antique Map Pillar Candle

How sweet are these wonderfully unique travel themed antique map wedding candles ! They are high-quality wax vanilla scented ivory pillar candles with an antique map image.

The image is transferred onto the candle via a unique heat transfer technique which results in the image becoming fused to the candle under a layer of wax. The candle can be burned and the image will last as long as the candle does. They are available in your choice of 3 inches x 4 inches or 3 inches x 6 inches.

This specific piece features an image of an antique map of the city of London, but you can also select other designs including maps of other cities such as Paris, Berlin, Rome, New York City, Chicago and more. Custom maps are also possible for other locations, just contact the seller.

Note the listed candles are currently not made of a natural wax, but Terri can do transfers onto other pillar candles that fit your specific criteria. Just ask her for a custom order. See more candles and handmade decorations in Terri’s store .

World Map Decorative Metal Candle Holder

These stunning world map steel tube holders are perfect for incorporating your love for travel into your wedding day. They are made from various thicknesses of steel tubing and are available in four different finishes including rustic, black, copper, and silver. They have no bottoms and can slide over LED flameless candles, votive candles, or wine bottles.

For more decorative candle holders, see the full Tube Torcher store here .

Archipelago Candles

Archipelago is a California-based luxury fragrance company that makes natural soy wax candles .  They have a destination collection with scents inspired by places around the world including Kashmir, Charleston, Stonehenge, Havana, Dubai, Positano, Black Forest, and Lanai. They come in a variety of sizes and come in glass jars, as pillar candles, and in metal travel tins.

You can see more fragrance products by Archipelago here .

Luminary Bags

These handmade paper luminaries (also commonly known as candle bags and paper lanterns) are made from old maps and atlases with punched shaped holes that glow when a LED candle is placed inside.

These would look so beautiful for an outdoor evening wedding or wedding reception or to light a darkened church aisle! Just be careful since these are not made of flame resistant materials that you’ll want to be sure to only use battery-operated LED candles.

See more at Suzie’s Store here at Olden Designs

Destination Candle Collection

Surround yourself with the sweet smell of Costa Rica or Punta Cana on your wedding day with this travel inspired soy candle collection .  Candles are made with 100% American-grown soy wax, a lead/zinc free eco-cotton wick, and phthalate-free fragrance oils for a clean-burning experience.

They come in 8 oz amber colored glass jars with a specially designed parchment map label. These scented candles will bring your wedding guests on a journey to another land, while they dance the night away.

These candles were actually inspired by the beautiful places that Judith and her fiance have traveled. Take a look at Judith’s full range of candles and fragrances here .

Travel Themed Wedding Decorations

We’ve already included a number of decoration ideas, but there are some more simple ways that you can add some more travel-themed touches to your wedding day.

Vintage Map Triangle Garland

This triangle garland is made of vintage map paper (hand-cut from a vintage atlas) sewn together with white thread into a lovely piece of bunting in your choice of 6, 8, 10, 15 or 30 feet. Each triangle is 2.5″ across and the paper is double sided. There are also loops of white hand-cut ribbon sewn into the ends to use for easy hanging.

The Path Less Traveled have so many cute travel themed wedding decorations, and you can check them all out right here .

Vintage Inspired Travel Postcards

Can you picture this set of vintage inspired travel postcards scattered across your wedding tables or hanging on the walls? Why not even use them as your wedding cards, and allow your guests to write on them and leave you messages?

Simple and affordable, they make for the perfect travel themed wedding decorations. See more unique travel postcards on Amazon here .

Vintage Map Heart Confetti

Why not scatter these vintage map heart confetti on your party tables or along the aisle on your wedding day! These hearts are cut from vintage map paper (which matches perfectly with the bunting we mentioned above!). Each heart is 1 1/2″ across and the paper is double sided.

Check out more travel-themed confetti and other party decorations from The Path Less Traveled here .

Modern Map Love Handwritten Sign

With a white frame and pearl and twine embellishments, we love how the quote “Love makes the world go round” , combines both love and travel, two of our favorite things! This item is a great budget-friendly way to subtly add an element of travel to a bridal shower or wedding and also makes a great gift or keepsake. It can also be customized if you have something in mind for your big day.

Kelly carries a wide selection of travel inspired wedding products, and also regularly does custom items! See more in Kelly’s UK-based store here . 

Wedding Chair Signs

Looking for a special way to decorate the chairs for the wedding couple? These cute bride and groom chair signs are made of wood and handpainted to say “His World” and “Her Adventure” but the text can be customized.

Size and color can also be customized by contacting the seller. See more products at Red Heart Creations .

Travel Themed DIY Decoration Ideas

What better way to express your love for adventure than crafting up your own DIY travel themed decorations. Below are some fantastic fabrics, stamps, ribbons, and stickers that you can use to create just about anything! The world is your oyster, so let your imagination run wild.

Not only will your wedding day celebrations look amazing, but you’re also guaranteed that no one else will have the same decorations as you!

Custom Passport Wedding Stamp

As a travel lover, you probably love to collect stamps in your passport from around the world. What about creating your own stamp for your wedding? This custom made wedding stamp can come in the form of a handle mounted, pre-inked, or self-inking stamp, depending on your requirements. Customize the design with your names, wedding date, location, etc.

Use it on wedding invitations, stationery, wedding favor notes, menus, thank you cards, etc. Measuring at 1.6×1.6 inches (4 x 4 cm), the stamp is made from high quality resin polymer and should create thousands of impressions

Ludmila has many different stamp designs to choose from, take a look .

Vintage Map Cupcake Wrappers

Add a touch of travel to your wedding desserts with these scalloped cupcake wrappers , made from vintage map and atlas pages. The wraps are made by hand and each one fits a standard size cupcake or muffin perfectly. You can choose from 12, 50, or 100 pieces.

You can also contact the designer if you are looking for custom amounts or colors! Take a look at some of the other travel-themed wedding decorations from The Path Less Traveled store .

These cute map tags really come in handy at weddings, as place cards, decorations, wedding favors, or for your scrapbook afterwards. They are made from map printed card on one side and cream card on the opposite side. The holes are also reinforced with Kraft cardstock to add an extra layer of quality and durability.

See More at Catch Some Rae’s Store here . 

Vintage Suitcases

We’ve already mentioned these vintage suitcases above as an option for a wedding card box, but they can also be used as beautiful decorations for your travel themed wedding. Use them as decorations, props, centerpieces, etc. Consider decorating them with retro luggage stickers or ribbon.

They come in stacks of 3, 4, 5 or 6 and can be used for in a number of different ways on your special day and beyond—we’ve seen some amazing photos of them being used as coffee tables long after the wedding day.

Anthia has a beautiful collection of vintage style products if you wish to continue the theme across your entire wedding day! See more in their shop Anthi Leoni .

Map Print Ribbon

We mentioned this printed fabric ribbon as a perfect addition to your wedding bouquet, but there is so much more you can do with this DIY wedding decoration!

You can also use it as decoration on the table centerpieces, tied around the ceremony chairs or pews, around the base of the wedding cake, around the toasting glasses, or a hundred other places. Your imagination can really put this to good use!

Lalle Craft Supplies have loads of other ribbon designs and craft supplies, which you can explore here .

Travel Themed Fabrics

The DIY possibilities are endless with travel themed fabrics! These wanderlust-inducing designs can be used as a colorful centerpiece for the dining tables, as a backdrop at your ceremony or table, wrapped around the flower bouquets or chairs, hanging like bunting from the ceiling – the list goes on and on.

You have a lot of options. Some of our favorite designs to get you started include this European travel fabric , this world map fabric , this vintage airship illustration fabric , and this passport stamp design .

Vintage Luggage Label Stickers

I am a bit obsessed with vintage luggage and luggage stickers so I of course was drawn to these stickers immediately. This set of 30 vintage stickers have been professionally retouched and printed on high gloss, water-resistant self-adhesive paper.

See more stickers and other retro decorations at Ben’s store .

Travel Themed Wedding Favors

Wedding favors are becoming more and more popular, with newlyweds treating their guests to a little treat to leave with after the wedding or something to welcome them (such as for a destination wedding).

Whether you’re planning a destination wedding or celebrating your favorite destinations at home, here are some great travel themed wedding favors to gift to your guests.

Mini Travel Soaps

These adorable mini adventure soaps are inspired by different places around the world. They are 100% vegan-friendly and are free from sulfates and harsh detergents creating a soap fit for any adventuress. Scents include Reykjavik, Hong Kong, Taipei, Napa Valley, New York, Paris, and Cartagena.

These soaps would make a lovely reminder of your wedding. Discover more of Julie’s travel-inspired soaps and fragrances here .

Wedding Favors Luggage Tags

Give your guests something they can use on their next adventure with these amazing luggage tag favors ! Luggage tags say “And so the Adventure begins” on one side and an identification tag shows through a clear window on the other side. Tags are made in the USA from recycled leather and you can choose from a number of tag colors.

This is a bulk order item so although you can’t personalize the tags, you’ve got all your guests covered in one go, with no fuss. But if you are looking for a custom order, get in touch with the store owner and they will make something that fits your style!

See Melanie and Scotty’s store here .

Destination Wedding Sunscreen and Lip Balm Clip

What’s the one thing we need at a destination wedding or outdoor wedding, but often forget? This suncreen and lip balm combo is perfect for a destination or outdoor wedding.

The PABA-free SPF 30 sunscreen is available in 1 oz or 2 oz sizes and the lip balm is SPF 15 and vanilla scented. Both are made in the USA. The customized labels allow you to choose the color and text and are also made of high quality, peel and stick waterproof vinyl and eco-solvent inks.

See more personalized special events items in the Event Gal Decals store here .

Vintage World Map Coasters

A useful addition to everyone’s home! These travel inspired coasters are a great option for wedding favors for your guests. Each set comes with 30 4″ X 4″ coasters, 30 map hang tags, and 30 pieces of jute string. The coasters are made natural authentic cork. 

You can find more travel themed coasters here .

If you are looking for personalized coasters for your wedding, check out Brenda’s shop Hand to Home Concepts for lots of great options!

Destination Candle

Give your guests a scent they will never forget with these gorgeous mini personalized candles . You get to personalize the color and font of the candle labels, and choose the scent. Candles are made from soy wax, cotton wicks, and phthalate-free fragrance oils.

Scent options include rose petals, French lavender, wedding cake, pine & cypress, vanilla sandalwood, white tea & berries, and more!

You can also completely customize your own label if you wish. Check out more options in Arianna’s store here .

Airplane Bottle Opener

For anyone who likes to enjoy their travel planning over a cold brew, these airplane bottle openers are such a wonderful idea to pop inside the wedding favor bags! It is something they can use and enjoy for years to come. This pack of 24 gold plated, metal bottle opener favors   also comes with a gift box for each one.

You can find more travel-themed bottle openers here .

Globe Chocolates

These foil-wrapped globe candies are made of milk chocolate and are wrapped in a blue, green, and yellow earth patterned foil wrappers. Perfect for tossing into your wedding favor for a sweet and travel themed treat.

If you’d rather choose your own candy, consider adding personalized candy stickers or wrappers to it, such as these ones .

Travel Themed Spice Favors

Wanna spice up your wedding favors? Consider choosing 2 to 4 different spices to send home with each of your guests to remind them of your special day. Spices come in labeled tubes and orders come with burlap favor bags and personalized travel labels.

You can choose ones to go with your travel theme or match a specific destination whether it is India, the American South, the Caribbean, Ireland, Lebanon, China, Brazil, or Tuscany. For instance, if you want spices associated with India you might choose cumin, cardamon, turmeric, fenugreek, and/or curry powder.

See lots more spice favors as well as other food-related wedding favor ideas such as BBQ sauces, coffees, meat rubs, teas, and salts in the Noona’s Kitchen shop .

Travel Theme Lip Balm Favors

Lip balms make great favors and these ones come with travel-themed labels. The lip balms come in packs of 12 and are offered in 5 different flavors. They are made from natural ingredients and have a SPF of 15.

Heather has a lot of other party and wedding favor items including soaps, lotions, and bath bombs. See more in her store here .

Travel Themed Wedding Favor Boxes & Bags

Once you’ve chosen the perfect wedding favors, it is time to figure out how you want to present them to your guests. Just be sure that the size and weight of the chosen wedding favor will work well with the chosen gift bag, box, or container!

World Map Favor Bags

Treating your loved ones to something special on your wedding day? Send them home with one of these amazing map favor bags ! They are made of vintage maps and the bottom of the bags are reinforced for extra durability.

They come in a pack of 10 medium size bags, each bag standing at 8 inches tall and 5 1/2 inches wide by 3 inches deep. Each bag also includes a personalized tag with a clear sticker.

Smaller and larger map favor bag sizes are available. Nadia has some really unique decorations at her store, which you can find here .

Suitcase Favor Boxes

Almost too cute to give away! You can fill up these tiny suitcase favor boxes with candy favors, use them to hold the confetti for your guests to throw at the end of your ceremony, or simply use them as decorations for the table centerpieces.

One pack includes 50 suitcase favor boxes and 50 paper tags for you to write a note to your guests. They measure at 3 x 1.1 x 2inch / 7.8 x 3 x 5cm, and can holds candy or sweets (approximately 5 or 6 Hershey kisses or 2 pieces of Ferrero – just for reference!), an item of jewelry, or any small object.

You can find many more suitcase-style favor boxes here .

World Map Fabric Favor Bags

We absolutely love this adorable fabric favor bags ! These hand-sewn bags come in packs of 15, each bag measuring approximately 4 1/2 inches by 4 1/2 inches when laid flat. Each bag also includes a 14 inch long jute tie and a “thank you” tag, perfect for writing a sweet message to your family and friends.

They are ideal for filling with sweet treats to send your guests home with at the end of the night or to leave on their beds if they are staying with you. Take a look at Nadia’s store VOC Crafted for more gift favor bag ideas.

Personalized Heart Map Favor Bags

These lovely reusable cotton heart map favor bags really stand out from the crowd! You can customize them with your choice of 2 locations anywhere in the world, along with your name, date and/or personalized message. The bags are hand sewn from organic cotton muslin and available to order in 5×7″, 6×8″, 7×9″, or 7×11″ sizes.

Samantha has a range of personalized gift bags in her store .

Suitcase Snap Fit Gift Box

This roomy ready to assemble suitcase shaped gift box is made of pre-cut and pre-creased durable brown craft paper. It looks like a suitcase with straps and a luggage tag that can be used to write a message. Ships flat and easy to assemble. Finished box size is 7 inches x 5 inches x 2.5 inches (18 x 13 x 6.5 cm).

See more gift box ideas at SkyGoodies including DIY printable files for suitcase favor boxes.

Special Travel Themed Gifts for the Wedding Party

Looking for something special to give your bridesmaids or groomsmen for their participation and support during the wedding? There’s also the officiant, greeters, flower girl, ring bearer, etc. You may be looking for a gift that will show them your appreciation.

Here are some gift ideas that also have a travel theme and will serve as a reminder of your special day. Whether your budget is $15 or $150, we have some options for you!

If you don’t see what you are looking for, check out our guides to gift for travelers and gifts for photographers for lots more ideas.

Travel Wallet

Help your family and friends keep their travel documents and money organized and in one convenient place when traveling. This faux leather passport wallet can hold your passport, IDs, credit cards, boarding tickets, cash, keys, and coins. It comes in a rainbow of colors.

Looking for a personalized passport wallet option? Check out these handmade leather travel wallets which you can have personalized with a name, short phrase, or initials. They are available in over 60 colors!

Personalized Luggage Tags

These personalized leather luggage tags make for great thoughtful gifts. Each is made of engrained leather and is personalized with the gift recipient’s initials. Handmade in the USA.

See more great handmade leather items from the Lifetime Leather Co .

If you are looking for vegan-friendly options, check out these tags made of faux leather by Love and Luxe Homemade. These tags can also be personalized with initials.

Personalized Flask

Giving a gift to someone who likes their liquor? Consider getting them a suave looking personalized stainless steel flask . You can personalize the outside with their name, initials, your wedding date, etc.

The shop has a variety of flask options including faux leather, powder-coated stainless, or wood flask finishes. They can also be purchased in gift sets which can also include funnels and mini stainless steel shot glasses.

See more options at Brittany’s store EcoEngrave .

Going to a warm-weather destination? Consider getting your wedding party some hats they can wear to the beach, such as Panama hats, floppy sun hats, or sun visors. Check out these options . You can get plain hats or have them personalized with their names, initials, or a short phrase.

See more wedding items in Gloria’s shop Life with Beauty .

Most people love to receive jewelry as gifts! Why not choose a piece that shows off your (and hopefully also their) wanderlust and which will be something they’ll love to wear. How about this popular pendant necklace that features two pendants, one of a globe and one of a compass rose. Available in sterling silver, yellow gold, or rose gold.

See our full article on travel themed jewelry for all kinds of travel themed jewelry options, including necklaces, pins, earrings, watches, bracelets, cufflinks, and more.

Personalized Toiletry Bag

Travelers need a good toiletry bag or dopp kit to store all their toiletry and shaving gear. Consider getting your most special guests a personalized toiletry bag or cosmetics bag . These ones are handmade in the USA, personalized with embroidered initials, and have an internal nylon liner.

I have bought Laurence a personalized toiletry bag from here and he loves it! See lots of options for personalized leather toiletry bags and cosmetic bags from Felix Street Leather .

Wrap, Eye Mask & Pillow Travel Set

Want to give your guests something to keep them warm and snuggly on their next flight, road trip, long train ride, or hostel stay? Consider putting together your own matching Happyluxe travel set, which could include a matching HappyLuxe Wayfarer travel wrap , an eye mask , a face cover , and/or a travel pillow . All are made in the USA of microfiber and are available in several matching colors.

All products can be purchased separately so you can put together you own travel set. See more travel products from Happyluxe  on Amazon .

Travel Gift Certificate

If you are not really sure what the traveler on your gift list may want, you might consider getting them a travel related gift card or gift voucher. This allows them to spend it on travel related things like tours, activities, concerts, and hotels around the world.

You may have a specific idea in mind, such as a gift certificate to a local spot. But some other ideas include a GetYourGuide certificate (redeemable on over 30,000+ tours and activities worldwide),  a Tinggly gift certificate (redeemable on hundreds of different experiences), and Honeyfund gift cards (redeemable for things like hotels, cruises, golf, sportswear, and Amazon purchases).

Weekender Bag

Consider a personalized weekend bag or duffel bag for your groomsmen and bridesmaids that will have them thinking about you every time they head off for the weekend. These canvas weekend bags are roomy and can be personalized with a name or initials of the recipient.

You can see a lot more personalized bag options in Coleen’s store Heritage Wedding .

Action Camera

If you are looking for a gift for some adventurous guys and gals of your wedding party and have a bit of a bigger budget, consider gifting an action camera. They can take photos at the wedding destination and on their future travels.

For best performance and value, we recommend checking out those by GoPro or AKASO. Currently, our top pick for best value is the AKASO V50 Elite .

For tips for choosing an action camera and more options, see our guide to the best action cameras .

Cashmere Travel Wrap

Wanting to give a wedding gift to impress? Consider a cashmere travel wrap like these ones by Ovcio . These can be used as a travel wrap, shawl, blanket, or oversized scarf. Made of 100% Mongolian cashmere, they are available in a wide range of colors.

See more cashmere items, including men and women’s scarfs, in their online store .

So those are our ideas for a travel themed wedding! Hopefully we have helped you find some wonderful ideas about how to incorporate your love of travel into your wedding day.

If you think you’ll be doing more wedding planning in the future? Just PIN this article to Pinterest to save it so you can come back and read it again later:

What do you think of these travel themed wedding items, did they inspire some ideas of your own? Did you incorporate travel into your wedding day or do you plan to include some element of travel into your wedding? If you have any questions about any of these items, just ask us and we’re happy to share our honest thoughts!

**Disclosure: As noted earlier in this post, we received several complimentary items in order to review them for this post and some we received and then returned to the artists. Others were purchased by us or given to us for our own wedding. This article contains only our own honest thoughts and opinions. Check out our Ethical Code for more information about how we work. **

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BTI Post author

January 27, 2023 at 9:21 pm

Wow, I love the idea of incorporating your love of travel into your special day. Your article is filled with so many creative and unique ideas for a travel themed wedding. I especially loved your focus on handmade and customizable items, it really adds a personal touch to the wedding. Your research and physical reviews of the items on your list is also very helpful and informative. Thanks for sharing and providing such valuable resources for other couples planning a travel or destination wedding. I will definitely be referring back to this article for inspiration for my own wedding.

Jessica & Laurence Norah Post author

February 1, 2023 at 5:28 am

Thanks so much for taking the time to comment I am so happy you found some inspiration from our ideas, our wedding, and our reviews here. Wishing you a very wonderful wedding!

Best, Jessica

Jeff Carbine Post author

December 29, 2021 at 4:09 am

I never knew that the goal of this article is to provide inspiration for couples planning a travel-inspired wedding or destination wedding. Now for my future wedding, I have an idea of what to do. Thank you for the information about wedding decorations.

December 29, 2021 at 8:14 am

Thanks so much for taking the time to let us know that you enjoyed our article about tips for travel themed wedding. Congrats on your upcoming wedding and do let us know if you have any questions about decorating for your own travel-inspired wedding!

DP Post author

October 12, 2021 at 1:34 am

Thanks for sharing such an amazing and informative blog. I really like those ideas for arranging a destination wedding. As a wedding planner, I really like it.

October 12, 2021 at 5:55 am

So glad you are finding our travel themed wedding post helpful and yes, these kinds of things must be great for giving couples ideas for decorating for arranging a destination wedding.

Janet Morgan Post author

May 16, 2021 at 8:20 pm

Hi, Thanks for sharing such an amazing post on Destination Wedding planning. Above all of these, I was looking was something like this and find this very helpful. Thanks again for sharing such an amazing post! Best Regards.

May 17, 2021 at 3:55 am

Glad you enjoyed it and hope you found some things you like for decorating for your own travel-themed wedding or destination wedding!

Lady from Boston Post author

December 14, 2018 at 3:22 am

Hi, Thanks for sharing such a interesting blog about travel themed wedding – very much enjoyed this post and reading the rest of your blog!

December 14, 2018 at 6:09 am

Thanks very much for taking the time to comment, glad you enjoyed our travel themed wedding post!! Best, Jessica

N Parekh Post author

August 20, 2018 at 10:59 pm

Themed weddings are greatly in vogue nowadays. People want their wedding to be one big thing that is remembered by others too. You have shared some very interesting ideas for themed weddings out here. I really liked the post you shared here as well as the pictures.

August 21, 2018 at 4:25 am

Hi There, Thanks so much for taking the time to comment and glad you enjoyed our post on travel themed weddings! Best, Jessica

stacey jones Post author

October 3, 2017 at 5:50 am

My dream is to have a ceremony on the beach at sunset. Is this a good idea? It’s important to give myself a few days to relax prior to the wedding.

October 3, 2017 at 2:03 pm

Hi Stacey, I think that it is your dream, then you should do it as long as your spouse-to-be is also on board with the idea. It can be tricky to have an outdoor wedding but I would just have it somewhere where the weather is normally warm and predictable and have a plan if the weather is less than ideal (an alternative indoor venue). If you are working with a wedding planner, they should be able to help get everything worked out for you. Giving yourself a few days to relax in advance sounds like a great plan! Wishing you a wonderful beach wedding, Jessica

October 11, 2017 at 3:36 am

@Jessica thanks for your attention. The beach wedding idea sounds very exciting.

John Marc Ramirez Post author

July 5, 2017 at 6:45 pm

Hi Cathy, I agree with you that weddings are stressful specifically the preparation part, but everything is worth it once the wedding is done. The marriage has to be prioritized all the more for couples because it is where the exciting part begins. Thank you for this article because this is helpful for everyone who is planning to get married. 🙂

Cathy Post author

May 15, 2017 at 3:38 am

Weddings can be stressful too. But it should not be. Being fun and happy on your wedding day is what it should be and thanks for this article. Helps a lot in planning a travel themed wedding!

May 16, 2017 at 2:05 pm

Hi Cathy, Yes, wedding can certainly be stressful for many couples, but certainly do not have to be! Glad you found our article useful and I wish you the best in planning your own travel themed wedding. Just let us know if you have any questions! Best, Jessica

Laurel Santos Post author

May 11, 2017 at 1:01 am

Truly fascinating! This article didn’t just made me want to get married but also travel. Will definitely save this one for future use! Looking forward to more inspiring posts.

May 11, 2017 at 1:07 am

Hi Laurel, Glad you found some inspiration from our travel themed wedding items! Hope you keep following along for more travel posts. Best, Jessica

McKenzie Post author

April 20, 2017 at 8:14 am

These are some awesome items for a travel themed wedding. Thank you for sharing! I really love the map bow tie!

April 20, 2017 at 9:24 am

Thanks McKenzie, Laurence really loves his map bow tie 😉

Samaira Post author

April 18, 2017 at 1:43 am

Very incredible Travel Themed Wedding and thoroughly read your article and the items really inspired me. Thanks to you for sharing this article and hope so you alway post this type of articles related to marriage and travel.

Adil Shezad Post author

March 15, 2017 at 12:07 pm

This is a perfect article for a travel theme wedding. I am surely going to pick it up for my wedding. Thank you for such great ideas on a unique and extraordinary occasion.

March 15, 2017 at 3:23 pm

Hi Adil, I am happy that you found this helpful and are going to use some of the ideas for your own wedding! Best wishes, Jessica

Esther Diaz Post author

December 5, 2016 at 12:16 am

Hi there, This article about travel-themed wedding ideas is so unique, fun and inspirational. This is such a great wedding ideas for me and my fiance.. Everything about this is just awesome!

travelcats Post author

December 5, 2016 at 1:02 am

Hi Esther, Glad you enjoyed the article and good luck planning your own travel themed wedding! ~ Jessica

Darlene R. Rivera Post author

November 11, 2016 at 10:17 pm

Hi Jessica,

Great post, this article is just awesome! The travel theme for a wedding is very unique and I personally like it a lot. It seems that you have visited a large number of places and have so many stunning photographs. It would be so interesting to marry at a place that is completely different. I love destination weddings a lot because I am so fond of traveling. These are some great travel themed wedding ideas!

I appreciate your efforts for sharing such a post. Thank You!!

November 12, 2016 at 11:48 am

Hi Darlene, Thanks for your kind comments. Yes, we do travel a lot as travel writers but do have a home base which makes life manageable and gives us time to relax and work. This article was fun to write as I love the idea of travel themed weddings, bridal showers, or parties and there are so many unique homemade items out there! ~ Jessica

Elena Tungsten Post author

November 11, 2016 at 1:45 am

Wow! I loved those travel themed engagements wedding rings. My husband and I loves to travel and these rings are perfect for us.

November 11, 2016 at 5:04 am

Hi Elena, We love our travel themed wedding rings and we recommend these to anyone looking for using them as engagement rings or for just general travel rings. They also make great travel replacement rings for those who do not want to risk losing, scratching, or getting their expensive wedding rings stolen while traveling. Best, Jessica

August 2, 2016 at 12:43 am

Great coverage of items that would be great for a destination wedding or travel themed wedding. Something that could definitely help wedding planners like us plan the next perfect travel themed wedding with ease. Great job!

August 3, 2016 at 4:50 pm

Hi Cathy, Glad you found it useful and hope some of these items work for planning the next destination wedding! ~ Jessica

Chiang Mai Global Tour Post author

August 1, 2016 at 4:40 am

So many brilliant ideas for travel related gifts, love this post! We have taken note of for the next road trip we go on Thank you 🙂

August 1, 2016 at 5:56 am

Thanks for taking the time to comment and glad that you found some good idea for travel related gifts! Yes, many of these items can definitely be used for everyday use, not just for a travel themed wedding. Enjoy your next road trip! ~ Jessica

larissa Post author

June 29, 2016 at 10:44 am

Wow! I want all of this for my wedding. Every piece is wonderful and I think it is so special to have a travel themed wedding with authentic and handmade pieces to make you feel like you are actually traveling! Thanks for all of the information and for including pictures and product links, really wonderful article!

April Yap Post author

June 22, 2016 at 11:09 pm

Thanks for this inspirational travel wedding theme. 🙂 It is true that if you are travelling you can gain more ideas about your wedding. Haha

June 23, 2016 at 2:34 am

Hi April, You’re welcome. I do think that you can think of some interesting wedding and honeymoon ideas while traveling:) It can definitely be fun to plan a travel themed wedding! ~ Jessica

June S. Post author

June 9, 2016 at 8:25 pm

I love all of these neat ideas for planning wedding travels, my third oldest son is getting married in 2017 so these would be great to pass on to him and my future daughter-in-law. Thanks for sharing them.

Terri Irvin Post author

June 9, 2016 at 2:21 pm

My son and his fiance met while they were traveling and I am been thinking of what theme I could use for their wedding!!! This is perfect. Even if I don’t win this giveaway…many thanks for the great ideas. :.)))

June 13, 2016 at 7:27 am

Hi Terri, you are very welcome:) Yes, Laurence and I met while in Italy so this is a perfect fit for us as well! Best of luck helping to plan your son’s wedding! Just let us know if you have any questions about any of the items! ~ Jessica

Alison Post author

June 9, 2016 at 2:19 pm

This is perfect for our travel themed wedding!

Leigh Anne Borders Post author

June 9, 2016 at 2:08 pm

I absolutely love this idea! I am actually planning a wedding right now and came across this! So perfect what I am thinking!

lissa crane Post author

June 9, 2016 at 1:19 pm

I love the idea! It seems like it would take almost less planning then a typical booked venue in your home town, which in my area is booked for years in advance!

June 13, 2016 at 6:59 am

Hi Lissa, Yes, when we got married on the Queen Mary 2 ( https://independenttravelcats.com/2015/12/22/wedding-at-sea-married-cunard-queen-mary-2-wedding/ ), we did very little planning as your options are obviously more limited and you have a wedding coordinator who helps you out and does the work of setting things up. We just had to come up with readings and music and make some selections regarding vows, flowers, food, etc. Very easy which was perfect for us! ~ Jesica

Gricelda Castro Post author

June 9, 2016 at 9:58 am

I would love to have this kind of wedding. Sounds like fun!

beth Post author

June 9, 2016 at 8:42 am

I think this is a really cleaver idea and you gave us so many neat things to try.

Annmarie W. Post author

June 9, 2016 at 6:43 am

I love the travel theme for a wedding! Especially before a fun honeymoon…and to keep the love & memories alive during future travelling throughout the married years! It’s unique…have never seen it done before.

LeAnn Harbert Post author

June 7, 2016 at 4:21 pm

I like the idea for my sons wedding.

Pamela Post author

June 7, 2016 at 3:11 pm

What a great way to start your married life together – planning adventures! I love this theme, and I especially love to travel!

KateS Post author

June 7, 2016 at 12:09 pm

I LOOOOVE traveling, but I gotta be honest, I’ve never even thought of a travel themed wedding. Good thing I’m not married yet, because I would have felt bad for not thinking of this first 😀 I’m in love with all this!! WOW! I definitely want passport wedding invitations *heart eyes*! The bow is adorable! And I want those luminary bags so bad! Thank you so much for posting this, it gave me so many ideas ^_^

June 13, 2016 at 7:29 am

Hi Kate, Glad this post gave you some great ideas for your future wedding. Yes, Laurence just wore the bow tie at a travel conference this past week and got lots of compliments 🙂 The luminary bags are very cool and unique! ~ Jessica

andrea v Post author

June 7, 2016 at 7:13 am

Very cute, and different! I like this idea!!

Jennifer Finn Post author

June 5, 2016 at 8:40 pm

i love the little touches

Marija Post author

June 3, 2016 at 7:16 pm

I love the idea of a travel themed wedding. It’s a great way to get inspired for future trips.

June 2, 2016 at 1:50 pm

I think it’s a wonderful idea – we could also use the theme for a wedding shower, twice the fun!

Latanya Post author

June 2, 2016 at 5:29 am

I like the idea of a travel-themed wedding. It is very different and you can do so many more things with it.

Angela Saver Post author

June 1, 2016 at 9:21 pm

I think a travel-themed wedding is a great idea & it would be a ton of fun! I love the handmade leather luggage tags, the Map Flower Wedding Bouquet, & the Map Pre-Tied Bow Tie! They are all awesome ideas!

Tina Harris Post author

June 1, 2016 at 8:38 pm

So many great idea, I’m especially fond of the tie!!

Stephanie Davis Post author

June 1, 2016 at 8:30 pm

We are having a destination wedding so these are all absolutely perfect products! I especially love the wedding rings!

June 13, 2016 at 7:32 am

Hi Stephanie, We absolutely love our rings, highly recommend Boone Rings, we had great service and the rings are super durable and unique! Best of luck with your wedding planning! ~ Jessica

Debra Jensen Post author

June 1, 2016 at 8:28 pm

OMG I LOVE IT!!!! I so want to do it when I get married!!!! I love traveling so it is so me!!

victoria Post author

May 27, 2016 at 8:33 pm

Lots of nice products (and lots of research to put it all together!). I myself organized a travel themed barmitzva for my son a couple of years ago – lots of work went into travel video making (about all countries he visited) and decorations (every table was themed with a different country) but it was a lot of fun and quite unusual for a barmitsva! Needless to say- our wedding happened while travelling too (in Eastern Europe some 20+yrs ago).. while not too many people got to witness it, I would not do it any other way. It makes the day so special!

May 29, 2016 at 8:00 am

Hi Victoria, Haha, yes, it was a lot of research but so fun to find out about so many interesting products and such talented independent artists and small businesses! Sounds like a very special barmitzva for your son! My friend did something similar with her wedding although it was more wildlife themed (her and her husband worked at a nature preserve) and each table represented animals from different parts of the world. A fun way to decorate and make each table unique. Best, Jessica

Alexandra Oller Post author

May 26, 2016 at 12:20 pm

I think a travel themed wedding sounds amazing and very unique!

May 26, 2016 at 4:23 pm

Glad the past gave you some new wedding ideas! ~ Jessica

Heather h Post author

May 25, 2016 at 8:58 am

I love these unique ideas! Finally some inspiration that isn’t so cookie cutter. Love it!

May 25, 2016 at 10:05 am

Hi Heather, Glad you enjoyed these ideas! I think maybe it feels less cookie cutter since some of these products are not wedding-specific. Best, Jessica

Erin Klema | The Epicurean Traveler Post author

May 22, 2016 at 7:03 am

This post is so full of inspiration for wanderlust-full celebrations. I love the passport and boarding pass save-the-dates and invitations.

May 22, 2016 at 10:57 am

Hi Erin, Yes, I think since most people now send Save the Dates as well as invites, it is nice to establish a theme if one is going to have one before the actual wedding day. But I think these invites are great even alone without having a travel themed wedding or destination wedding. The passports can provide a lot more information than a normal paper invite, including all the travel, pre-ceremony, venue, ceremony, and registry details as you can add as many pages as you need. ~ Jessica

budget jan Post author

May 21, 2016 at 7:07 pm

What an excellent idea for a post. My wedding was sooo long ago but I still enjoyed reading the options you’ve put together, my very favourite being your wedding rings – such a great idea. I do love the cake toppers too. I’ve read about your wedding on the ship before and love that idea as well.

May 22, 2016 at 10:54 am

Hi Jan, Thanks, yes we love our rings very much. They are perfect for a travel blogging couple like us! ~ Jessica

Grey World Nomads Post author

May 21, 2016 at 9:02 am

Beautiful travel related articles for weddings! Never thought of something like this.

May 21, 2016 at 10:52 am

Thanks! What I love is that more than half these items are not wedding specific, but can be used for regular home decor, parties, entertaining, or to wear. ~ Jessica

terra phipps Post author

May 21, 2016 at 8:32 am

These ideas are simply amazing me and my fiancé would love them! I am planning a wedding for next fall and would love this plus a vacation to Hawaii.

May 21, 2016 at 10:50 am

Hi Terra, Glad you liked this ideas and congrats on your upcoming wedding. Best of luck in winning the map bouquet. I love Hawaii, a beautiful place for a honeymoon:) ~ Jessica

Corinne Post author

May 21, 2016 at 8:23 am

You’ve thought of it all. All the younger gens in our family love destination weddings, so I’ll be sure to send them to your site. I pinned…so cute those toppers.

May 21, 2016 at 10:48 am

Thanks so much for pinning Corinne! I love those cake toppers too 🙂

Tanja (the Red phone box travels) Post author

May 21, 2016 at 8:21 am

Some pretty cool ideas! We didn’t really do theme weddings in Croatia – mine was simple and traditional:) I spent more time on planning our honeymoon:)

May 21, 2016 at 10:47 am

Hi Tanja, yes, the honeymoon is important to spend time on planning as well! Since we were nomadic and traveling at the time, Laurence tells me we had a 6 month honeymoon, haha. ~ Jessica

Michelle Post author

May 21, 2016 at 4:35 am

This is a super timely article as I’m actually getting married next year! I love the map flowers bouquet idea because I’m not really fond of fresh cut flowers (found a bug in a bouquet once, ugh) and I think it’s a bit of a waste when they die so quickly after. Thanks for the inspiration!

May 21, 2016 at 5:19 am

Congrats on your upcoming wedding. Yes that map flowers bouquet is a great idea and I think paper flowers are becoming more popular for the reasons you are said, cleaner and can keep forever, but also because one can buy them ahead, travel with them, and store them just about anywhere. I also love the fact that you can customize these so much. Glad you found this post inspirational for your wedding! ~ Jessica

Anda Post author

May 20, 2016 at 8:13 pm

Your post made me so jealous! I got married almost 4o years ago, when there was no such thing as a ‘themed wedding.” In my country of origin people were married in a very traditional way, so this is how I got married to, but I would have loved to have a wedding like yours. Recently I attended a themed wedding for my niece though, in Florence. It was very beautiful, but nothing like yours. You’ve exceeded everything I’ve ever seen or heard so far. Wow!

May 21, 2016 at 4:48 am

Hi Anda, Yes, I think weddings, particularly for Americans, have become much more for the couple and what they would like to do and less about the family. I think it has to do partly with the fact that wedding couples are much more likely to pay for at least part, if not all, of their own wedding rather than the bride’s parents paying for most of it (many can’t afford to do this). Our wedding on the boat was private and fairly simple, and our wedding in Venice looks fabulous in photos, which it was of course, but it was also very small and informal. It was great for us as it was pretty stress-free! ~ Jessica

Lyn - A Hole in my Shoe Post author

May 20, 2016 at 5:21 pm

Jessica, we got our travel inspiration from our honeymoon, but if I could turn back time and have a travel inspired wedding I would chose some of these items. I love the bow tie, cufflinks, bouquet, cake topper and invitations, but adored your luggage. I first noticed your luggage in your wonderful Orient Express post. The rings are also a great idea for replacing expensive, sentimental rings when travelling which is something that is a need for many., but something I have never thought of doing. Finally I love that final photo of your dress and luggage on the bed in your beautiful Venetian hotel. Great post and thank you for linking up with #TheWeeklyPostcard

May 20, 2016 at 5:49 pm

Hi Lyn, Yes, I know, these make me want to get married again and I just got married! You have a good eye, yes, this is the same luggage we took on both the Queen Mary 2 and Orient Express. After the wedding the cosmetic case (because our wedding party didn’t have room to take it back) ended up traveling with us through Italy, Morocco, and Egypt…probably not the best choice of luggage for desert travel but it survived. Laurence is thinking about wearing his map bow tie and cufflinks when he gives a speech at an upcoming travel conference which I think will be perfect:) We love our rings, and if you are looking for unique travel rings, I can highly recommend Bruce. We got fabulous service, communication, and products from him! He has some amazing ready-to-buy designs and I love you can also customize. ~ Jessica

Anisa Post author

May 20, 2016 at 1:42 pm

So many great ideas here! And those cake toppers are too cute!

May 20, 2016 at 5:44 pm

I know, I love those cake toppers too! I can’t believe how detailed they are and it is no surprise Cecilia is in great demand for these. Each one is very unique and I love looking at all her examples in her Etsy store. ~ Jessica

Lindsay Post author

May 20, 2016 at 1:22 pm

I am getting married in March and we are looking to travel to a destination wedding somewhere! I love your ideas and your blog gives me so much inspiration!

May 20, 2016 at 5:41 pm

Hi Lindsay, a destination wedding can be a lot of fun! But even if you decide not to do a destination wedding, there are still a lot of great ways to incorporate travel. Best of luck with your upcoming wedding and in the giveaway! Jessica

Nicole Post author

May 19, 2016 at 8:11 pm

Such a cool idea for a wedding theme. We love to travel and I think thus is a really fun way to incorporate that. Thank you for the great ideas!!!

May 20, 2016 at 5:40 pm

Glad you got some ideas for your wedding! ~ Jessica

jenny stratton Post author

May 19, 2016 at 6:16 pm

I love the idea of a travel themed wedding. I’ll have to bring it up when my son decides to get married.

May 20, 2016 at 5:39 pm

Yes, if you son (and his bride-to-be) loves to travel, it can be a great theme. But even if not a theme per se, it can be great to include some travel elements:) ~ Jessica

Kristen Post author

May 19, 2016 at 2:07 pm

I love what you guys are up to with this post about incorporating wedding and travel! Clever work and exposure for the most popular travel blogging couple out there! Keep up the awesome works guys and I’ve incorporated you guys to our blogroll!

May 19, 2016 at 3:58 pm

Hi Kristen, Thanks so much for your kind words and thanks for including our travel blog on your website’s blogroll! Best, Jessica

Felicitas Post author

May 19, 2016 at 12:07 pm

I simply love Love LOVE all of the ideas! Nice work on collecting these and it’s a great article! Thank you for so much lovely inspiration!

May 19, 2016 at 3:56 pm

Hi Felicitas, Glad you enjoyed the ideas for a travel themed wedding and best of luck in the giveaway! Best, Jessica

Laura Post author

May 19, 2016 at 8:46 am

I think a travel themed wedding sounds awesome. I’ve never heard of this theme before. It’s very unique and different. I’m sure it will impress the guests!

May 19, 2016 at 11:24 am

Hi Laura, Glad that this post gave you a new idea for a wedding theme! Best of luck in winning the paper map wedding bouquet! Best, Jessica

Morgan Post author

May 18, 2016 at 12:33 pm

What a beautiful and unique theme! Everything from the rings to the paper bouquet are marvelous! The travel theme leaves so much room for creativity and gives everyone an opportunity to make it their own! This is absolutely fantastic! Thank you so much for sharing!

May 19, 2016 at 11:22 am

Hi Morgan, Thanks for commenting! Yes, we love this theme and were surprised how many ways you can find handmade items to fit it. We are so in love with our map rings and also are excited to give this beautiful map bridal bouquet to someone special for an upcoming wedding! ~ Jessica

Seana Turner Post author

May 17, 2016 at 5:07 am

So many great ideas here, Jessica! I am getting closer to this stage with my daughters (not quite yet!), but I know one of them has talked about a destination wedding. I actually bought the cuff links for my husband with our hometown on them, just for fun. The cake toppers are really cute – that would be so special. There are so many creative alternatives to the “standard issue” things I did back in the day. Helps you get excited for something very special:)

May 17, 2016 at 6:43 am

Hi Seana, That is very cool about the cufflinks. Yes, it is amazing how much customization is available to wedding couples these days and it doesn’t have to be super expensive! Sounds like you may be busy with wedding planning in the near future:) Best, Jessica

Diane Post author

May 15, 2016 at 12:43 pm

Wow, such a fantastic post! I am already long married but I love so many of the travel themed wedding ideas, especially the map bow ties, the passport invites, that beautiful orange luggage set, and the globe with the pearls. Also I had never thought of paper flowers, great idea to have after the wedding as a beautiful keepsake of the Big Day! I also love the map pin board and I am contemplating getting one for my niece and nephew. Saving this post for when I have relatives get married!

May 15, 2016 at 6:01 pm

Thanks Diane for taking the time to leave a comment! Yes, so many wonderful travel themed wedding items and it is amazing how many great and unique products and talented artists there are on Etsy. Yes, and as you noted many of these items like the luggage and map pin board are not wedding specificmand make great gifts for anyone who loves travel. Thanks for bookmarking our post! Best, Jessica

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43 Inspiring Travel Themed Wedding Ideas

Updated 2019 to reflect the latest travel themed wedding ideas. :)

If you’re a couple who craves adventure, you’ll adore these travel themed wedding ideas we are sharing with you today! If you are jet-setting together on your honeymoon, have spent time collecting stamps on your passports, or you dream of your next travel adventure together, this is the theme for you. We’ve rounded up our favorite map and travel themed wedding ideas to help you plan the wedding of your dreams. Ready to get started? Let’s go!

Map / Travel Themed Wedding Ideas

As always, we begin our theme-spiration with invitations and save the dates. You won’t believe these creative options!

1. These travel / luggage tag save the dates

2. And these coordinating invitations

You can even customize for a destination wedding! Hawaii, anyone? ;)

3. These darling calligraphy invites

4. Or this map invitation suite

5. These insanely cute map vow books

6. This map program for the ceremony

7. These amazing boutonnieres for the fellas

8. And this incredible map bouquet for the bride

9. These heart confetti pieces for tossing

10. These place cards or escort cards

Check out the back!

11. These chair signs for the sweetheart table

12. This adorable cake topper

14. These map luminaries for the reception tables

15. The table numbers

For a little rustic flair!

16. Or these, which can go around bottles of wine

Wouldn’t it be fun to pick a different wine from around the world for each table?

17. Or these, with your photos on the back

18. This cute “run away together” art

19. These map favor boxes

20. This garland

21. These vintage escort cards & setup

22. This cool watercolor guest book canvas

23. These map cuff links for groomsmen

24. These coordinates bracelets for bridesmaids

25. This bouquet map charm

Where you plan to go on your honeymoon or where you met are just a few ideas for your custom map!

26. These awesome splatter works of art

Splatter passport covers…

And clutches! If you look close, the splatters create map-inspired designs.

They’re so fun and incredibly unique!

27. And these awesome map lockets

28. These cute cupcake toppers

Or these, with little map airplanes!

29. These wine bottle toppers for favors

Guests will love ’em.

30. These adorable custom map favors

Made with your wedding location! So cute.

31. Or luggage tags for favors or bridesmaid gifts

These are adorable!

And for your honeymoon:

32. This guest book print

33. This custom chalkboard sign

34. This hand lettered vintage map art

Perfect for reception decor and afterward framed in your home!

35. This “where it all began” canvas art

Show guests where your love story started with this charming canvas.

36. This globe guest book alternative

It’s custom-painted just for you.

Or this one!

37. And this cute sign to go with it

38. This map monogram

Hang it on the wall at your reception or use it to decorate your cake table.

39. These adorb custom cake toppers

40. These state necklaces for your bridesmaids

41. This card box

42. This gifts garland

43. And don’t forget cute passport covers

For the happy couple!

Happy Travels!

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Emma is the CEO of Emmaline Bride, The Handmade Wedding Blog, published author, leading wedding expert, and wedding planner. Read her latest book: The Inspired Wedding . Wife, mother, coffee lover. Follow on Instagram and at Emmaline Baby for baby + kids inspiration.

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40 Creative Travel Themed Ideas for Your Wedding

Want to have a destination wedding but don’t have the budget? Here are some of our favorite ideas to bring a travel theme to wherever you are! Your guests will enjoy going on a mini-vacation at your themed wedding!

What is a Travel Theme?

A travel-themed wedding is perfect for couples who love the idea of travel. Whether it is a broad travel theme, or a specific location that you are taking inspiration from, this wedding theme is a great option for those who are always looking forward to the next trip they are taking. 

Some brides will choose to have a broad “travel” theme with no specific location they are traveling to. This theme has a lot of room for creative decorative elements and is definitely unique. From plane ticket invitations, to assorted “global” elements tied into your centerpieces, the options for travel related decor and theme ideas are endless.

Travel themes can work well for brides who are drawn to rustic weddings, but you want more specific themed elements tied in. 

Travel Destination Theme Ideas

If you have a specific location that you remember traveling to that you would like to draw inspiration from, you can think back to that trip and what made it so special. For example, if you want to have a romantic Parisian themed wedding after a memorable trip there, you could make your travel theme more tailored towards French cuisine and travel elements. 

Another great option is to celebrate the countries that you and your partner are from on your travel themed wedding day. If you would really love to have your wedding at your home country but you are unable to afford a destination wedding, a travel theme can open the doors to tying cultural elements into your special day. 

Here are some amazing travel themed wedding ideas for couples who want to go the distance with their partner! Travel-themed wedding ideas are easy to incorporate throughout your special day. 

1. Disposable Cameras

A super fun idea for an activity that your friends and family will love during your wedding reception is to place vintage cameras or disposable cameras throughout your venue for guests to take photos. 

2. Vintage Maps

Circle the exact location you are trying to recreate at your travel themed wedding day on vintage paper maps for a cool decorative element. 

3. Themed Wedding Favors

Hand out travel wedding favors such as adorable plane bottle openers for your guests to take home with them.

4. Table Centerpieces

The table centerpieces at your wedding reception is a great opportunity to incorporate themed elements. Mix in travel related motifs in with real flower bouquets or paper flowers.

5. Guest Book Table Decor

Decorate your gift table or guest book table with various travel themed elements like signs, luggage, or globes. 

6. Photo Booth

It’s a not a real wedding without a photo booth! Decorate your photo booth with a travel themed backdrop that will transport your guests to places around the world!

7. Post Cards

Have your guests wedding guests sign post cards instead of a guest book for a unique themed activity at your reception.

8. Themed Cake Topper

Include elements of travel on your wedding cake by buying a specialty wedding cake topper . Themed wedding decorations like this really help tie the theme together! 

9. Wedding Stamp

Create wedding memories by having your own customized wedding stamp created. Guests can stamp their boarding pass to get into the wedding reception or you can use it with your stationery suite. 

10. Suitcase Favor Boxes

Give your guests something in thanks for the wedding gifts! These little personalized wedding favors can be found on websites like Etsy and look adorable next to a suitcase stack.  

11. Paper Flowers

Paper flowers are a fun touch that looks great with a travel theme, plus they are more affordable than real flowers! 

12. Fabric Ribbon

Add some extra touches by decorating with fabric ribbon that is patterned with vintage maps. 

13. Passports

For unique and themed wedding invitations, incorporate the element of travel. Style your stationery to look like passports, and all of your guests need theirs stamped before they enter your wedding reception. 

14. Bicycles

If you want to add a travel related fun touch to your ceremony or reception decor, add vintage bicycles for decorative elements. This is a great idea if you are having an outdoor wedding. 

15. Themed Table Numbers

Have your wedding guests find their seats with these unique and travel themed table place cards that can be put on dining tables throughout your reception. 

16. Compass Motifs

A great travel related piece of decor can be a compass. Compasses are a fun touch and can represent finding your way to your partner. 

17. Stacked Vintage Suitcases

Add a suitcase stack to your reception hall decor as a great statement piece. 

Globes are great themed wedding items for travel themed weddings. You can even mark a special location that means a lot to you and your partner on the globes.

19. Honeymoon Fund

Depending on what type of wedding gifts you want, a great idea for brides who can’t afford a honeymoon is to set up a honeymoon fund in lieu of traditional gifts.  

20. Around the World Seating Chart

Another wedding seating chart idea is to have a map of the world and label each table as a different country. An extra touch that you can add is to make the tables named after countries that mean a lot to you and your partner. 

21. Unique Guest Book

Your wedding guests will love this unique wedding guest book alternative of filling out postcards from various destinations!

22. Themed Signs

During the wedding planning, create various themed signs that point your guests towards the ceremony table and dining tables at your reception. 

23. Themed Accessories

            View this post on Instagram                         A post shared by Amanda Pomilla (@amandapomillaphotography)

Add little travel related decor to small details at your wedding such as a custom wedding ring box or map printed pocket squares. 

24. Destination Sweetheart Table

At your wedding venue, make your sweetheart table themed after the place you met your partner or a special place you care about. 

25. “Come Away With Me”

            View this post on Instagram                         A post shared by Kelli Brown (@sweetashcottage)

This quote, which is also a popular Frank Sinatra song, is an awesome message to place throughout your travel themed wedding. 

26. Special Groom’s Cake

            View this post on Instagram                         A post shared by Kristen Budzynski (@cake_art_by_kristen)

Everyone loves wedding desserts! If you want a dreamy white wedding cake but you also want to incorporate travel elements into a cake, opt for a themed groom’s cake . 

27. Luggage Tags

In your stationery suite, add luggage tags for your favorite destination for each of your wedding guests. 

28. Boarding Passes

Another themed wedding idea for your stationery is to add “boarding passes” for each of your guests to international destinations. 

A themed wedding idea for your table centerpieces is to use toy airplanes as decoration with florals. 

30. “And So The Adventure Begins…”

            View this post on Instagram                         A post shared by NEON LIGHTS / CANDLES / GIFTS (@loveincltd)

Add this quote throughout your reception or ceremony. 

31. Paper Maps Wrapping Paper

A fabulous decorative element themed wedding items is to use vintage map paper. Incorporate vintage world maps throughout your reception for a rustic touch. 

32. Getaway Ride

Let your wedding guests watch you and your newly married partner getaway in a fabulous vintage ride! 

33. “Love Knows No Borders”

            View this post on Instagram                         A post shared by Lindsey Dal Porto (@lindseydalporto)

This is another quote to incorporate into your travel wedding theme.

34. Themed Food Menu

A great touch to a personalized wedding day is to have a themed menu based off of a special location to you and your partner. 

35. Luggage Photo Props

Add a travel touch to your photo booth by adding themed wedding items like pieces of luggage! 

A great way to add to your travel wedding theme is to decorate with different cars. People can travel in all kinds of vehicles, so why not decorate for your travel theme with different vintage cars?

37. Where Are Your Guests From? 

A fabulous themed wedding decoration is to use a giant map or globe and have guests mark the exact location where they are from on the map.

38. Passport Photos

Have a photo shoot at your wedding at a photo booth with travel themed accessories. For a great travel-themed wedding idea, label the photo booth as “passport photos” so guests feel like they are traveling to a vacation spot at your wedding.  

39. Baggage Claim

Have a travel wedding seating chart at your reception. This idea for a destination themed seating chart is to label it as “baggage claim” and have each guest find a mini suitcase favor boxes with their table number on it. 

40. Themed Photoshoot

Get lots of wedding memories by having a themed photoshoot with your wedding party. This will give you lots of pictures for your wedding photo albums.

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Adventurous Travel Wedding Theme Ideas to Adore

• by Marisa Jenkins
• June 29, 2024
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Dreaming of a wedding that whisks you and your guests away on a global adventure, without ever leaving your venue? A travel-themed wedding might be just the ticket. It’s a fantastic way to celebrate your love for exploration and each other, creating a unique and unforgettable experience.

From boarding pass invitations to a world map seating chart, the possibilities are endless. You’ll not only tie the knot but also embark on the first adventure of your married life together.

Let’s explore some travel wedding theme ideas that’ll make your big day a journey to remember.

Incorporating Maps and Globes

Bringing maps and globes into your wedding decor is a creative way to highlight your adoration for travel. These elements not only serve a decorative purpose but also embody the journey you’re about to embark on together. You’ll find incorporating these items not only easy but incredibly impactful in setting the tone for your travel-themed wedding.

Start with your invitations. Imagine the anticipation your guests will feel when they receive an invite designed like an antique map, marking the beginning of their journey to your special day. This first impression sets the stage for what’s to come and immediately ties them into the theme.

At the venue, globes and maps can transform the space into a traveler’s paradise. Consider using vintage globes as centerpieces on your guest tables.

Pair them with travel books stacked high and postcards from places you’ve visited or dream of visiting as table markers. This not only serves as a conversation starter among your guests but also personalizes your celebration with stories of your adventures.

For a more interactive experience, design a world map seating chart. Guests can find their names tagged to specific destinations, indicating their table assignments. Such an engaging setup can become a memorable part of their experience, making them feel like an integral part of your ongoing journey.

Important: Always look for maps and globes that reflect your style as a couple. Whether you prefer a vintage look or something more modern, these elements should resonate with your personal taste and the spirit of adventure that defines your relationship.

Through these thoughtful touches, you’ll not only celebrate your love for each other but also your shared passion for exploration. Each map and globe placed with intention throughout your wedding is a nod to the adventures that lie ahead, promising a life of continued discovery and excitement.

Destination-Inspired Decor

Transforming your wedding venue into a reflection of your favorite destinations doesn’t have to be daunting. With a few strategic pieces, you can evoke the essence of Parisian streets, Hawaiian beaches, or even the Sahara’s expanse. The key is in the details that bring a sense of place.

First, consider the color palette. Colors have the power to transport us , and each destination has its own unique palette. For a Moroccan theme, think rich jewel tones like emerald green and ruby red.

If you’re going for a Greek island vibe, opt for crisp whites and ocean blues. These colors can be incorporated into everything from your table linens to your floral arrangements.

Next, incorporate authentic elements that scream ‘destination.’ For a Parisian theme , elegant Eiffel Tower models as centerpieces or table numbers can add a touch of romance. Hawaiian themes might call for luau-inspired table settings, complete with palm leaves and tropical flowers.

If you’re aiming for an Indian-inspired wedding , consider adding small, intricate lanterns and vibrant, silk pillows as part of your seating decor.

Food and drink selections offer another opportunity to highlight your theme. Offer a tasting menu inspired by your chosen location’s cuisine. Italian weddings might feature a pasta bar, while a Caribbean theme could include a rum-tasting station.

It’s not just about the type of food, but also how it’s presented. Think of themed serving ware and decor that matches your overall theme.

Lastly, don’t forget about the power of music and entertainment to set the atmosphere. A flamenco dancer or a steel drum band can submerge your guests into the experience, creating memories that last a lifetime.

By focusing on these elements, your wedding decor will tell a story of travel and adventure, making your special day truly unforgettable.

Wanderlust Wedding Attire

When embracing a travel-themed wedding, your attire can be a bold statement of your wanderlust spirit. Choosing unique and theme-appropriate wedding attire is not just about looking good; it’s about telling your travel stories through what you wear.

For brides, consider a dress that reflects the elegance and allure of your favorite destination. A Grecian-style gown might be perfect if you’re enamored with the ancient beauty of Greece, while a dress with subtle floral patterns can echo the gardens of France. Don’t shy away from incorporating colors that remind you of a sunset in Africa or the Northern Lights.

Grooms have the opportunity to stand out with attire that complements the theme. A safari-inspired suit for an African adventure theme or a brightly colored tie that matches the bride’s dress can add a touch of whimsy and unity to your outfits.

Consider adding accessories like a vintage compass cufflink or a map-patterned pocket square to underline the travel theme.

Your wedding attire is not just about the dress or suit but also about the details and accessories . For a beach destination wedding, brides can opt for seashell jewelry and grooms can go for lightweight linen suits to keep the vibe casual yet elegant.

Footwear should also reflect your travel theme. Comfort is key, especially if your venue is outdoors or in a unique setting. Think about elegant sandals for a beach wedding or sturdy yet stylish boots for a mountain or adventure-themed wedding.

Remember, your wedding attire is a major part of the day’s theme. Letting your wanderlust guide your choices ensures that your love for travel shines through, making your special day unforgettable.

Passport-Inspired Invitations and Save the Dates

When planning your travel-themed wedding, the invitations set the stage. Imagine the excitement of your guests as they receive passport-inspired invitations .

These unique invites not only announce your special day but also whisk your guests away on the adventure that awaits them. Each page can reveal more details about your wedding, mimicking the process of flipping through an actual passport.

Creating these invites involves focusing on authentic touches, such as a cover that resembles a real passport’s texture and color. Inside, you can include stamps or visas that represent significant milestones in your relationship, like the first trip you took together or the place where the proposal happened.

For a more personalized touch, incorporate your engagement photos as if they were passport photos.

When it comes to save the dates, consider sending out boarding pass-themed cards. These can be designed to look like real boarding passes, offering your guests a sneak peek of the journey they’re about to embark on with you.

You can include details like the departure date (your wedding date), boarding time (the time your ceremony starts), and the destination in a way that playfully mirrors an actual boarding pass.

To further enhance the theme, consider using postal stamps from the country or city where you plan to wed on the envelopes. This adds an element of authenticity and excitement, making your guests feel like they’re truly about to set off on an international adventure.

Remember, these first impressions of your wedding theme are crucial. They’re your chance to captivate and intrigue your guests, setting the tone for a memorable experience that extends beyond the conventional wedding ceremony and into the realm of adventure and exploration.

Travel-Themed Guest Book

Capturing memories in a unique way becomes a breeze with a travel-themed guest book at your wedding. Instead of settling for a traditional guest book, think outside the box. Invite your guests to leave their mark on something that reflects your wanderlust spirit and your shared adventures.

Consider using a vintage globe where guests can sign their names along with a short message or wish. This not only creates a memorable keepsake but also serves as a striking piece of decor in your home.

Alternatively, a custom-made book with map pages offers a personalized touch, allowing guests to pinpoint places they suggest you visit or share special travel memories of their own.

For a truly interactive experience, set up a postcard station. Provide postcards from various destinations around the world or places that hold special meaning to you.

Guests can select a postcard, write a message, and drop it into a customized mailbox. This idea not only captures the essence of travel but also provides you with surprises to read post-wedding.

Implementing a travel-themed guest book is about creating an engaging experience for your guests and weaving together a tapestry of well-wishes that encapsulate the spirit of adventure. Consider these options:

• Vintage globe : A chic and interactive way for guests to share their messages.
• Map pages book : Offers a bespoke element and a nod to specific locations meaningful to you.
• Postcard station : A dynamic and visually captivating option that brings a piece of the world into your wedding.

Whichever option you choose, ensure it aligns with your overall wedding theme and decor. This not only enhances the aesthetic but also makes the guest book an integral part of your special day.

Your travel-themed guest book will become a treasured memento, full of heartfelt messages and reminders of the loved ones who celebrated your journey’s beginning.

Final Thoughts

Your wedding is a reflection of your journey together, and a travel-themed celebration is a perfect way to showcase your love for adventure.

From the moment your guests receive their passport-inspired invitations, they’ll know they’re in for an unforgettable experience.

With every detail, from the map decorations and vintage globes to the cuisine that transports them to your favorite destination, you’re inviting them into your love story.

Remember, it’s the personal touches, like a globe guest book or postcard messages, that will make your day truly special. Let your wedding attire and decor reflect the essence of your travels, creating a day that’s not just about the places you’ve been, but also the adventures that lie ahead.

After all, your love story is a journey, and your wedding is just one beautiful stop along the way.

Marisa Jenkins

Marisa Jenkins is a wedding planner and event coordinator. Her main goal for WeddingFrontier.com is to simplify the wedding planning process by sharing her years of expertise in the industry.

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We’ve got so many fun, unique and downright adorable travel themed wedding ideas to inspire you for your travel wedding !

From painted globe guest books to paper plane escort cards to wedding map guest book posters, to departure-style seating board complete with departure gates and destinations, there is no shortage of creative ways to beautiful your travel wedding! 

The Best Travel Themed Wedding Ideas

Guide your guests to their seats with a ‘Departures  Style’ travel wedding seating chart: (Above left)   Create a gorgeous seating chart that mimics an airport terminal’s departures board. A friend of the couple, who designed this creative travel wedding seating chart idea, used unique boarding gates and destination names! The gates and destinations can match up with tables that you have named accordingly to help your guests find their seats, adding a touch of fun to your travel wedding! See more beautiful ideas from this  Elegant + Rustic Travel Wedding captured by  Love is a Big Deal  Photography.

Name your Travel Wedding tables using Destination Table Names.   (Above right) Following on from the departures style travel wedding seating chart idea, give each table number the name of a unique location or destination. Perhaps each location represents an important location on your journey as couple – where you first kissed, where you fell in love, or where the proposal happened. You might wish to name each table after places you’ve lived, after countries you’ve travelled to, or places you hope to someday see.

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Customize a World Globe.   And So, The Adventure Begins! One of our fave travel themed wedding ideas is a custom wedding globe wedding that can be used as the centerpiece of your card and gift table. You could use multiple globes with unique names written on them in place of regular table numbers, placing on each table to help guests find their seats. This black and gold beauty is available from SimplyGypsyDesigns here.

Give your guests personalized Travel Wedding Favors: Map Matchboxes.  (Left) Wrapped in a cute world map design with a customizable area for your name and wedding date, this travel themed wedding idea is too sweet.   Available in sets of 50 here .

Or how about these travel wedding favors – Map Bottle Openers! (Right)  Add your wedding monogram, or simply your names and wedding date to personalize these cute travel themed bottle openers  as favors for your travel wedding guests.

(If you love some of these travel designs as much as we do, and purchase one of them, in some cases you’re helping to support our blog. Thank you so much!)

Decorate with vintage paper flower map wreaths . (Above left)   Come away with me ! As seen in this travel themed engagement shoot   This beautiful handmade paper wreath comprises of a multitude of paper flowers, made from upcycled vintage paper maps!  You can create a couple and use them as reception decor for your travel themed wedding, or make just one and use it for your sweetheart table and photographs.

The travel map wreath is made to order and includes a custom couple portrait which means the wreath makes a gorgeous wedding keepsake for your home afterwards! {Paper Wreath: Queen J Productions  // Image: Bow Tie and Bloom Photography  // Planning and Styling  JenEvents  . See more travel ideas from this engagement shoot .}

Use vintage travel wedding map signs.  (Above Right)  You’re my greatest adventure! Hand scripted signage with adorable travel inspired quotes and phrases can create beautiful signage filled emotion and whimsy. These quotes can be framed wrapped in vintage maps and used as your ceremony backdrop, displayed on tables at your reception, or used to create memorable wedding photographs. {Paper goods: Queen J Productions // Image: Bow Tie and Bloom Photography  // Planning and Styling  JenEvents  . See more travel ideas from this engagement shoot .}

Keep things simple but striking with these vintage globe travel table numbers.   These travel-themed cardstock wedding table numbers with vintage world map detailing in lovely earthy tones work not only as travel themed wedding ideas, but are great for vintage and rustic weddings too. The gold foil numbers and twine details add a pop of fun to the neutral color palette.  Add them to a floral center piece in the middle of each table, or wrap the twine around the neck of upcycled bottles containing rolled up vintage maps! Grab them online here.

Light up your reception with travel wedding map luminaries from Olden Designs:  One of the most unique and beautiful travel themed wedding ideas we’ve seen yet come from OldenDesigns . Each romantic luminary is created for you using pages from a vintage world atlas, and because it’s totally customizable you can choose the map pages you’d like. These eye catching creations create an intimate mood for a travel or destination themed wedding – the star and heart cut-outs light up and glow softly when a light is placed inside! You can order them online here. 

“Let the Journey Begin” with travel themed cork coasters . These Kate Aspen cork coasters can be placed on your wedding tables, used at the bar, or gifted to your guests as travel wedding favors. Available online here .// Alternatively gift your guests  these compass bottle stoppers , also from Kate Aspen. So fun and seriously sweet!

Use a map of your state as your Wedding Map Guest Book, especially if you are long distance lovers. Grab thus  this woodsy wedding guest book map , customized with the two states or countries on a rustic wood background texture, printed on a beautiful canvas.

Or maybe you prefer to have a print of a Vintage Globe framed to use as your travel wedding guest book?   MissDesignBerryInc ‘s travel themed wedding guest book  is made from a n authentic vintage map with a darling dotted line and a heart on the map destination of your choosing!

Create a Paper Airplane Wishing Well or use them as escort cards!   These paper plane notes come ready made with folding lines, a cute vintage design and blank spaces for guests to leave messages. Each set contains 25 paper planes to help love take flight! You can also grab the matching Mini Suitcase for your Wishing Well here . So fun!

Decorate your reception, guests tables or escort seating display by cleverly using vintage travel luggage tags.   They look especially great when displayed hung from string in an old vintage frame! You can download our free ‘thank you’ luggae tag printable here.  You can also purchase these ready made antique looking options available online here or here . Add some twine or ribbon, add a note or name and table number, and you’re done!

Remind your guests that love grows!  These   passport-style place cards that are made from totally eco-friendly, plantable seed paper ! Another one of the most unique travel themed wedding ideas  – place cards embedded with wildflower seeds that your guests can take home and plant in their garden. You might even create a special hashtag and encourages your guests to post pics of their blooms to when they’ve blossomed!  Available online here.

Use an old map and some script signage to create an epic Save the Date or Thank You wedding photo! In fact, create a few. Use your wreaths and luggage and all the pretty things you curated to create a set of wedding photographs you’ll remember forever! Check out more photo ideas from this travel themed engagement shoot ! {Images: Bow Tie and Bloom Photography  // Planning and Styling  JenEvents }

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25 Travel Themed Wedding or Party Ideas

You live for the thrill of adventure, and you’re constantly dreaming of new places to visit — sound familiar? If you and your significant other have a bad case of the travel bug, why not incorporate a travel theme into your wedding? With some DIY touches, a few globes and a map or two here and there, you can have a beautiful wedding that takes on your sense of adventure. So please fasten your seat belts and enjoy these 25 gorgeous travel themed weddings.

1. Global Centerpieces : Using globes as centerpieces along with some vintage books and simple name tags is an easy and elegant way to show your guests that you’re about to embark on the best honeymoon ever. (via Every Last Detail )

2. Suitcase Cake : This cake incorporates both maps and fondant suitcases for a pretty incredible stacked piece of art. (via Wedding Chicks )

3. Philadelphia Love : Want to keep your hometown close to your sole? Put maps of your hometown into your shoes! (via Ruffled )

4. Wrapped Bouquets : For an inexpensive bit of charming decor, try wrapping vases in vintage maps. (via Green Wedding Shoes )

5. Pinned It: Instead of a guestbook, this couple asked guests to put a pin in the map where they were from. If you have relatives coming from near and far, this is a cool way to let everyone know what a globetrotting family you come from. (via Weddings Unveiled)

6. Bright and Cheery : The bright colors and mismatched tableware give this wedding instant charm. If you are using globes on your tables, make sure they aren’t too tall so your guests can still talk to each other. (via Green Wedding Shoes )

7. Aviation Inspiration : Know someone with a little plane? This couple fully embraced the spirit of flight and incorporated the airstrip right into their chic wedding. (via Green Wedding Shoes )

8. Map Heart Garland : Find some maps, cut out a million little hearts and string them into pretty garlands to decorate the reception space. (via Green Wedding Shoes )

9. Traveling Engagement Shoot : This couple wanted a travel-inspired engagement shoot and used a little airport as the setting for their beautiful pictures. (via Bridal Musings )

10. Baggage Tags : These elegant baggage tags are perfect for on-theme escort cards. (via Wedding Chicks )

11. Compass Favors : Give each guest a gold compass as a wedding favor for a pretty, vintage takeaway. (via Style Me Pretty )

12. Dessert Table : How fun is this colorful dessert table? The backdrop is made up of pinwheels made out of maps, and the cake doesn’t take itself too seriously with the fondant city cutouts. (via Green Wedding Shoes )

13. Send Off Notes : Have each guest write on a little hot-air-ballon tag and pin it on a place that they have visited to give the couple a personalized bucket list. (via Style Me Pretty )

14. Global Guestbook : This is one guest book idea you’ll be sure to keep around. Have your guests sign a globe with travel tips and relationship advice. (via Ruffled )

15. Wedding Invite : The hand lettering and fun color palette on these invitations could go very modern or very vintage depending on your style. (via Etsy )

16. Trunk Decor : Scour your thrift shops and flea markets to find some old trunks to stack around the dessert table, the bar or the gift table. (via Green Weddings Shoes )

17. Destination-Inspired Tables: This wedding went all out by decorating each table to represent a different country. (via Nelwin Uy)

18. Old World Invitation: Fun, vintage invitations keep things simple with a hand-drawn map and RSVP card. (via Julie Song Ink)

19. Vintage Love Letter Cake : Did you and your love have a long distance relationship? This pretty cake pays homage to all those love letters you sent. (via WedLuxe )

20. Seating Chart : Label each table a different country, then use strings and pins to show the guests where they would be sitting. (via Wedding Chicks )

21. Boarding Pass Invitations : All aboard for a funky wedding! These personalized boarding passes are perfect for setting the theme of your big day. (via Style Me Pretty )

22. Vintage Parisian Wedding : This chic wedding went with simple little bouquets and pretty place cards for a more subtle approach to the travel theme. (via Couture Colorado )

23. Subtle Travel Accents : Keep the theme understated with little edible stamps. (via Ruffled )

24. Vintage Travel Wedding: This wedding used lots of handmade details and natural accents like wooden airplanes on the invitation for a vintage feel. (via DIY Bride)

25. Travel Book Centerpiece: Go crazy at the second hand bookstores and get piles of travel books for your table centerpieces. (via All Women Stalk)

Do any of these weddings inspire you to book your tickets for a travel themed wedding? Let us know in the comments below!

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20 AWESOME TRAVEL THEMED WEDDING IDEAS

Are you having a travel themed wedding, if so read on. We have pulled together our favourite travel themed wedding ideas, from save the dates, to table plans, to wedding cakes we have it covered.

20 Travel Themed Wedding Ideas

• Travel themed Save The Dates, simple luggage tags with travel stamps and a photo of the couple can set the tone for a travel themed wedding.
• For your invitations how about styling them like a passport, especially if you are planning a destination wedding.
• Gifts for your groom could be gift wrapped and tied with a compass.
• For your wedding ceremony we love these tissue bags, for (e)motion sickness.
• For travel themed weddings how about giving asking your page boys or ring bearers to wear a pilot uniform and carry a sign “we are clear for take off”.
• Wooden signs pointing in all directions can look great and make a lovely feature, write on the names of cities all guests have traveled from and number of miles of km.
• For your cards and gifts a vintage suitcase with CARDS bunting does the job. Great for a travel themed wedding.
• For your  table plan a world map  is a great idea, name tables after cities or countries you have visited as a couple.
•   Globes , signs and suitcases perfect for styling little corners of your venue.
• Cetrepieces for travel themes wedding weddings can incorporate  globes , how about placing them on a map with votives and bus vases around the base.
•  Another idea for a travel themed centrepieces could be a little more simple. Place a  globe  on a stack of vintage books with come tea lights around the base.
• If you’re naming your tables after different countries a photo of that county on a wooden easel is a great way of displaying it, this would link into your map wedding table plan.
•  For wedding favours mini suitcases as favour boxes are fab.
• Travel themed wedding cakes could be a styling black and white look with aeroplanes circling the cake.
• Globe wedding guest books  are amazing, as your guests to sign the globe and keep it in your home after the wedding.
• Alternatively for your guest book eave a number of postcard in a suitcase and ask guests to write their notes on them.
• A hot air balloon photobooth!
•  Extra styling ideas for a travel theme include vintage bikes, stacks of suitcases, vases of flowers and signs.
• Scrabble pieces stuck to  globes  can make great signs.
• Passport to love, love this map themed wedding cake.

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30 Dreamy Destination Wedding Ideas to Highlight Your Locale

Whether you’re tying the knot in a French château or on a Caribbean beach, these ideas will showcase your venue’s natural beauty.

Photo by Sarah Folsom Photography ; Invitations and Paper Products by  Chez La Mariee

While tying the knot at a local venue is always a meaningful experience, it's safe to say that there’s something particularly magical about jetting off to a faraway place for your wedding. No matter if you choose to say "I do" amid the rolling hills of Tuscany or walk down the aisle along the coastline of Fiji, a destination wedding locale provides jaw-dropping views that will make your vow exchange unforgettable. Beyond the idyllic scenery, though, traveling to a distant spot will provide you and your loved ones with the opportunity to immerse yourself in a different culture, all while trying out new and exhilarating experiences. Did we also mention that hosting a destination wedding is a great excuse to throw a weekend of events, filled with celebrations that extend beyond the ceremony and reception?

If we've sold you on the idea of hosting a getaway celebration—or if you're already planning one—here's one additional thing you should know about these special events: The setting will (and should!) play a large role in your décor . Between using an illustration of your French château as a recurring motif on your paper goods, booking a historic landmark venue for each phase of the festivities, or giving your guests welcome bags with local treats, there are so many ways to highlight your destination in a compelling and touching way. That's why we put together a list of 30 dreamy destination wedding ideas to make your far-flung nuptials even more memorable. Read on for more.

Establish a Sense of Place With Your Invitations

Photo by House on the Clouds ; Invitations and Paper Products by  Designed by the C

The primary function of your wedding invitation is to share details about the time and place of your nuptials—but the design of your stationery suite is also an excellent way to pay tribute to your locale. Paint an illustration of your venue on your envelope liners or place a sketch of the scenery at the top of your itinerary to set the scene and get your guests excited about their trip. You can even buy postage stamps that shed light on the area’s culture and landscape, just as this couple did for their Indian wedding by the sea on the Athens Riviera .

Include a Map in Your Stationery Suite

Photo by Jenny Quicksall ; Invitations and Paper Products by  Prim and Pixie

One particular destination-forward design element you’ll want to include in your invitation suite is a map of the region. If you’re hosting a weekend of events in multiple locations, a map highlighting the different areas will serve as a helpful and visually appealing guide for your guests. But that's not to say you can't include this detail if your celebration is taking place in one spot; a map of the various places within your venue is a fun way to set the tone for your faraway event.

Buy Out a Hotel

Photo by Kurt Boomer Photography

Many destination weddings are intimate affairs given the expenses and logistics that come with saying “I do” abroad. But if you happen to have a large enough guest list , consider buying out a hotel to accommodate your loved ones. Though this option can be costly, it will allow your friends and family to celebrate you in one place. Plus, you can host a number of events at the location without needing to book transportation to multiple venues.

Distribute Welcome Bags

Photo by Hana Gonzalez Photography

Welcome bags aren’t a requirement, but they are a considerate gesture if you’re hosting a destination wedding with several days of festivities. Stock your bags with local snacks and drinks to give guests a taste of the region’s palate, plus items they’ll need during the weekend, such as sunscreen to protect their skin from strong UV rays at an outdoor affair or Advil to combat achy feet after dancing in the sand from dusk until dawn.

Host a Pre-Wedding Event With an Iconic Backdrop

Photo by Oliver Fly

Before the main event, most couples kick off their destination weddings with a welcome party or rehearsal dinner. When booking a venue for this pre-wedding party, consider scouting a location that spotlights an iconic landmark. Throwing your fête overlooking the Eiffel Tower in Paris or the Tower Bridge in London will lead to stunning photo ops.

Take a Hike

Photo by Deirdre Alston

Since you and your guests will likely have a bit of downtime during your destination wedding, why not arrange a hike with your partner and any interested members of your crew to explore the natural landscape? This activity is best for nuptials taking place in a mountainous region , a national park, or in locales with nearby trails. Make sure your photographer comes along to capture the remarkable sites on camera, as well.

Explore the Region on Horseback

Photo by Michelle Beller Photography

Another equally scenic alternative to a hike is taking in your surroundings by horseback—especially if you’re trading vows on a farm or ranch. Though getting your guests involved in this activity might be more of a tricky feat logistically, trotting across the region with your partner will make for a memorable and intimate experience before you become newlyweds.

Create a Scenic First Look

Photo by David Bastianoni Studio

First looks are already highly emotional, but to make the experience even more sentimental, position this moment against a striking backdrop. Find a spot that reflects the visual appeal of your venue, such as along the coast, on top of a mountain, or in the middle of a vineyard. A picturesque location will also lead to eye-catching photos that you’ll want to preserve forever.

Capture the Landscape on Camera During Portraits

Photo by SAMKOMA

If you plan on snapping photos before the ceremony, work with your photographer to map out some of the most breathtaking locations at your venue, whether it’s on the beach or on top of a cliff. Not only will you and your partner get cinematic shots of your destination, but you'll both be able to spend one-on-one time together while basking in the beauty of your surroundings.

Choose a Local Place of Worship for Your Ceremony

Photo by Alice Ahn Photography

Churches , synagogues, and mosques around the world boast some of the most ornate architecture that is embedded with history. If you’re arranging a religious wedding ceremony, consider exchanging vows at a place of worship that aligns with your beliefs. The best part? Since the setting itself will be the focal point, you’ll need minimal decorations to make the space come to life.

Exchange Vows at a Historical Landmark

Photo by Asia Pimentel Photography

Another choice for your ceremony setting? Saying “I do” at an ancient landmark. An old-world amphitheater, a 17th-century palace, or a historic museum are some of the many options that will make your vow exchange even dreamier. Your guests will get a history lesson while celebrating this new chapter in your relationship.

Spotlight the Views During Your Service

Photo by Sergio Sorrentino

Instead of reciting your promises in a physical building, consider the great outdoors. If your destination has astounding views, in particular, make sure to host your service in a location that highlights the awe-inspiring scenery. Bonus points if the spot has panoramic views, so you and your significant other can marvel at the backdrop, too. 

Hire Local Vendors

Photo by Olivia Leigh Photographie

To help your vision come to life in a seamless way, hire local vendors. Professionals who live in the area will know the ins and outs of your chosen locale, which will alleviate a lot of stress and guesswork that naturally comes from orchestrating your big day abroad. Ask your venue for referrals, and then vet the experts by reading online reviews and setting up virtual meetings.

Drive a Getaway Car Through Town

Photo by Gianni Di Natale Photographers

Hopping in a getaway car with your partner after you’ve been pronounced newlyweds is one of the best ways to ring in your new marriage and soak up the destination’s sprawling landscape. Whether it’s a vintage convertible or a local trolley, driving around the region will create a special and intimate moment that you’ll look back on fondly. Have your photographer ride in another vehicle beside you to get striking shots of the two of you posing against the gorgeous backdrop. 

Book a Boat Ride for Your Mode of Transportation

Photo by Leah Marie Photography

If your reception is taking place at a waterfront location, consider making your grand entrance by boat, like this couple did at their tropical bash in Barbados . You can even use the ride as an opportunity to schedule a photo shoot with your partner, especially if you decide not to do a first look earlier in the day. If anything, the two of you will get some much-needed alone time.

Welcome Guests With the Native Liquor

Photo by By Julieta

The food and drinks you serve at your destination wedding are a tangible way for everyone to experience a new culture. One fun and celebratory idea is pouring local liquor in shot glasses for your friends and family to throw back when looking for their seating assignments. At their elegant affair in Cabo , this couple chose the region’s native tequila topped with a lime wedge for their escort cards.

Complete Your Escort Card Wall With an Illuminating Illustration

Photo by Unique Lapin Photography

For those who want to go the more traditional route with paper escort cards arranged on a sign , you can still reference your destination through the display. For example, if you’re tying the knot in San Francisco, showcase an illustration of the Golden Gate Bridge as the base of your signage. Then, adorn slips of paper with drawings of other attractions that are unique to the locale. The artistic setup will grab your guests’ attention and signify the spot’s importance to your relationship. 

Assemble Your Lounge Area Overlooking the Scenery

Photo by KT Merry

Adding a lounge area to your floor plan not only offers your guests a reprieve from an action-packed dance floor, but it also provides you with an opportunity to flaunt the views of your destination. Consider situating the seating arrangement outside, along the perimeter of your floor plan, so it faces the natural landscape. Then, use materials that coordinate with the terrain, such as rattan chairs and beige throw pillows.

Show Off Exquisite Architecture

Photo by Amrit Photography

From Morocco to Antigua, there are so many locations around the world that house some of the most beautiful and long-standing architecture. Hosting your ceremony in the ruins of an ancient church in Guatemala or celebrating your marital status in a Parisian hotel ballroom with ornate gold details will create the most lavish and interesting canvas for your party. The interior and exterior of a destination’s buildings are also some of the best expressions of a place’s identity and culture. 

Look to Your Location to Inspire Your Aesthetic

Photo by Jessica Mangia

Your locale will probably be one of the main focuses of attention on your big day if you’re planning a destination wedding, so it only makes sense to let the site influence your aesthetic. For instance, since lemons are a native plant grown locally in certain parts of Italy, throwing a lemon-themed reception is a fitting choice for nuptials in Sicily. By adorning your space with lemons and other local foliage, you’ll complement and pay homage to the destination.

Take Cues From the Natural Setting

Photo by Megan Wynn Photography

You can also seek inspiration for your aesthetic from the landscape itself. If your post-ceremony gathering is taking place in a forest or on a ranch, consider a Western-themed event , decorated with sunflowers, checkered linens, and wooden accents. Another example is a tropical soirée embellished with monstera leaves, hibiscus, and coconut shells if your function is happening on a beach.

Feature Locally-Grown Flowers

Photo by Heather Waraksa ; Floral Design by  Congrega Bahia Eventos   

For most weddings—destination weddings included—flowers tend to be one of the main decorative elements that couples call upon. To paint an accurate depiction of your locale and to successfully animate the space, trim your site with local blooms. Using native plants will coordinate with the natural environment and save money because you’ll cut costs on transportation fees that are included in the total cost of imported buds. This couple engulfed their Brazilian bash in hot pink bougainvillea , which is native to the South American country. 

Decorate Your Tabletops With Customary Items

Photo by Rebecca Yale Photography

There’s so much detail that goes into your tablescape, from the centerpieces to the glassware . While you can rent many of these items for the night, curating pieces from the actual region will create a more meaningful and culturally-rich display. If you’re celebrating your nuptials in Morocco, for example, decorate your tables with spices, candles, and ceramics that you found at Marrakech markets.

Nod to Your Locale Through Your Place Settings

Photo by Lilly Red

You can also use illustrations of the destination to accentuate your tablescapes and create a more cohesive event. If your reception is occurring indoors but you still want to showcase the epic views from outside, consider working the scenery into your place settings through a detailed drawing. This couple had an image of Lake Como painted on their menus at their colorful garden wedding in the Northern Italian region .

Serve Regional Specialties

Photo by Roberta Facchini Photography

Since food plays a big role in shaping a place’s culture, think about serving up local dishes after you tie the knot. To go all out, create a menu with starters, sides, and entrées that you would find in a nearby restaurant. You can always offer a few regional hors d’oeuvres at cocktail hour if you don’t want to commit to a full spread dedicated to the region.

Round Off Your Palate With Something Sweet

Photo by Sotiris Tsakanikas

Since your guests will probably be looking for a sugar fix to finish off their savory meal, consider creating a display of local desserts . Pastries, such as macarons, eclairs, and madeleines, are perfect for French nuptials, while slices of a traditional millefoglie cake will introduce guests to Italian customs. You can even purchase these treats from a neighborhood bakery.

Conclude the Night With Apt Entertainment

Photo by Erich McVey

Dancing will probably be the main activity at your wedding, but if you’re looking to supplement your dance floor with another form of entertainment, the options are endless. Think about ideas that will provide more insight into your destination. Fireworks overlooking the ocean in Cancun will give you and your guests another opportunity to admire the views, which is how this couple ended their elegant affair in Mexico . You can also hire a live painter to document the destination with a paintbrush or set up a wine tasting, where friends and family sip on local beverages.

Throw a Pool Party

Photo by Sergio Sandona

At destination nuptials, couples often organize farewell parties on the last day of their wedding weekend for one more chance to gather with their group. If you’re getting hitched in a warm climate, why not host a pool party on the day after your vow exchange? Offer brunch with local dishes and drinks and provide plenty of floaties, so friends and family can kick back and relax before heading home.

Enjoy a Beach Day

Photo by Allan Zepeda Photography

If your venue doesn’t have access to a pool but it’s located along the coast, you can also throw your farewell party on the beach. Stock your event with towels, umbrellas, and plenty of snacks, so everyone feels comfortable. If organizing another function for your entire group of guests seems like too much of a headache, you can even enjoy a beach day with just your spouse after the festivities are over.

Gift Guests a Memento of Their Visit

Photo by Bottega 53 Studio

To ensure that your destination wedding will live on, give your friends and family a keepsake that reminds them of the location. Bottles of homemade limoncello are perfect wedding favors for Italian nuptials. Whenever your loved ones decide to sip on these beverages at home, they’ll recall all of the heartwarming moments from your celebration—and the idyllic locale.

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How to Plan a Travel-Themed Wedding

If you love seeing the world as much as we do, you might be thinking about how to plan a travel-themed wedding. We love how our travel-themed décor turned out and hope that we can inspire your planning process!

“I love that you want to see the world with me.”

Yep, that was actually a line from my wedding vows to WC! We are definitely serious about our love for each other and our love for traveling. We knew from the start of planning that we wanted to incorporate a travel theme! Since our family and friends know traveling is a huge part of our relationship, we thought it would be unique to have little travel touches in the wedding details.

I had so many ideas but with a tight budget, I had to narrow it down! Pinterest is amazing for inspiration and many of my below suggestions started with a photo I found there. I’m so excited to share with you all of our ideas for how to plan a travel-themed wedding!

Destinations Instead of Table Numbers

Instead of numbering our tables, I took photos from places we’d visited and labeled each table as a city or country. I made these with Microsoft Word (it’s what I had) but you could use Photoshop or another editing software. We had table “numbers” for places including Ireland , Iceland, Alaska, San Diego, and more!

Luggage Tags as Placecards

This was probably my favorite part of the travel-themed wedding! We decided that instead of placecards, each guest would receive a luggage tag with their table “destination.” I made the labels on Microsoft Word and cut them so that they easily slid into the luggage tag. You have to wait until almost the last minute to do this (as with any wedding placecards) because guest counts can change.

Where in the World Are You Sitting?

WC and I built this “where in the world are you sitting” board to hold the luggage tags and loved how it turned out! It also was fun to have a wedding project that we could work on together. I sent him to Lowes with my order (48” by 72” piece of plywood, ¾” thick) and his friend’s truck. He stained the board while I worked on creating a stencil for the wording. I had to do two coats of the white paint to get the wording to stand out, but it turned out perfect. After that, WC did a little math for me so I could figure out how far apart I needed to place the nails. I just love how the finished product turned out and we got so many compliments on the unique idea! Thank you to this website I found on Pinterest post for the inspiration!

Favors with a Travel Theme

To finish off our travel theme, we decided we wanted two other favors to go with the luggage tags. I did a google search for travel themed favors and there were so many ideas to choose from! Ultimately, I liked these airplane bottle openers the best– they are classy and useful!

WC also has a massive collection of can coolers and so, naturally, he wanted some for our wedding. I decided to order them as a favor for the rehearsal dinner. However, we had enough extras that we put a basket at the bar on wedding day. I ordered mine from the 42 North Designs Etsy shop and the shop owner was great.

Need Honeymoon Inspiration?

Now that you have a lot of ideas on how to plan a travel-themed wedding, you may be thinking about the next best part of a wedding: the honeymoon! We took a three-part honeymoon that included London sightseeing , relaxing at an overwater bungalow in the Maldives, and going on a leopard safari in Sri Lanka .

Making this happen meant we decided we didn’t want the typical wedding registry. Instead, we opted for a honeymoon registry with Zola ! Our family and friends contributed to our honeymoon experience, rather than buying typical gifts for our wedding. This was PERFECT for us as we prefer experiences over things anyway!

Check out our post on how to afford your dream honeymoon for more tips and inspiration!

With a honeymoon registry, you can start a cash fund that allows your guests to contribute to whatever experiences you set up on the site. For example, our funds included Snorkeling Trip in the Maldives, Couples Massage & Spa Treatments, Tower of London Tour, and more!

Another great thing about Zola is that you can earn extra credit by referring friends! If you invite someone to register, you’ll both get $50 credit once they sign up and start receiving gifts with their registry. Use our referral link to get started now!

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Travel-Themed Wedding Ideas for an Extra Special Day

May 17, 2018 By Jen Ambrose and Ryan Victor 10 Comments

What’s the perfect way for two avid travelers to get married? In a travel-themed wedding full of map décor , passport-inspired accessories, and handmade goods from around the world, of course!

Well, that’s actually not how we got married two years ago. For many reasons, we decided against having a traditional wedding and instead got married in a private ceremony at a B&B in the Green Mountains of Vermont . It was just us, a justice of the peace, a photographer, and the B&B owners, in one of our favorite places in the world.

While our ceremony was perfect for us, we know most people prefer to have a wedding with friends and family, and we certainly love attending them. But if we’d gone the more traditional route, we would definitely have had a travel-themed wedding.

And we did have plenty of travel-themed décor at the low-key reception we held in our Montana hometown   the following week, although we tried to keep it as low-waste as possible (especially after learning that the average wedding creates 500 lbs. of trash and 66 tons of C02!).

So, to help other adventure-loving couples plan their own travel-themed weddings, we put together some of our favorite wedding and shower décor and other accessories.

Everything on this list is from two of our favorite places to shop: Etsy , where you can buy straight from individual artists and get customized, one-of-a-kind products; and Ten Thousand Villages , a non-profit fair trade organization where everything is handmade by disadvantaged artisans from around the world. Many of these items are also eco-friendly or help reduce the amount of waste   created, and several will also serve a purpose long after your big day.

Of course, you definitely don’t want all  of these clashing items at your wedding – but pick and choose the ones that mesh with your colors and venue, or just use them for inspiration as you plan your big day.

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On the Road Save the Date Card by Factory Made (Ohio)

Almost two years after our wedding, we’d say marriage is kind of like a road trip – there are long days and unexpected detours, and sometimes you get lost (and sometimes the husband refuses to ask for directions).

What better way to let your friends and family know when your adventure together will start than with a road trip-themed save the date? These are postcards, so they don’t need to be mailed in an envelope – less waste! Available as physical cards, or as a digital file if you’d rather print it yourself.

Boarding Pass Wedding Invitations by Paper Willow Designs (United Kingdom)

Use these boarding pass invites to continue the travel theme when you send your invitations. They can be customized with details about your wedding, gift registry, and other important information, and the stub even functions as an RSVP card.

Passport-Style Wedding Itinerary by I Do With You (Ontario)

If you’re planning a destination wedding, or just have a lot of out-of-town guests, use a passport-style itinerary to provide all the information they need. From details about the ceremony and reception to tips on accommodations and transportation to suggested excursions, you can customize these itineraries to cover everything.

Honeymoon Fund Request Card by Violin Events (Bulgaria)

Traditionalists might write it off as tacky, but honeymoon funds are getting more and more popular. After all, avid travelers don’t usually want another set of towels or a new kitchen gadget – they’d rather be able to go on their dream honeymoon, and that means they need to pay for things like plane tickets and hotel rooms . These invitation inserts are a fun way to ask for a non-traditional gift. This is a digital download, so you’ll have to get it printed yourself.

Map Picture Frame by Brule River Roots (Wisconsin)

Planning to decorate the space with photos? There’s no better frame for a travel-themed wedding than one made from antique maps. Since these frames are custom-made, you can even choose the location shown on the map.

Map Garland by Décor and Crafts (Ontario)

This garland makes a great, easy decoration for travel-lovers, and it’s hand-sewn, so every strand is unique. Plus, if you need it, it’ll double as décor for a travel-themed nursery!

Street Map Stickers by Wonderful Labels (California)

Really, most travel lovers can’t get enough map décor. These custom stickers can be used on anything from candleholders to water bottles, and they’re perfect for making personalized travel-themed bridal shower or bachelorette party swag.

Kisii Heart or  Tree Dish by Smolart Self Help Group (Kenya)

These soapstone bowls are handmade in Kenya, and they’re an elegant way to display small trinkets or serve mints or candies at your wedding or shower. And they’ll work just as well as a candy dish or key bowl long afterward.

Antique Map Welcome Sign by Mint and Merlot Paper Co. (California)

You knew there’d be more map décor, right? Welcome guests to your wedding with this personalized antique map sign. This is a digital template, so you’ll need to customize it (it’s super easy) and get it printed yourself.

Visa Stamp-Style Program and Fan by Fossil Letterpress (Ontario)

If you’re having an outdoor wedding in a warm climate, your guests will appreciate these paper fans, which also serve as travel-themed wedding programs. The artist who makes them even creates custom graphics, or you can have them made with your monograms or other designs you already have.

Rustic Suitcase Ring Box by For Love Atelier (Poland)

Get your ring bearer in on the travel theme with this cute little suitcase ring box. It has the wedding date painted on the outside and can be ordered in any color. Plus, it’ll make the perfect jewelry box after the wedding.

Vintage Postcard Ring Bearer Pillow by Larkspur and Linen (Michigan)

If you’d rather go with a ring pillow, this one is modeled after a vintage postcard, complete with a one-cent stamp. It’s a classic look for a traveler’s wedding.

Midnight Light Tapered Candles by Silence (India)

If your wedding will include a unity candle ceremony , why not use candles with meaning? These are handmade in India by members of a group called Silence, which helps deaf and disabled artisans earn a living. Buy a few extras to burn on your anniversary or any other time you want to remember your wedding.

Phoenician Blue Candle Holder by Hebron Glass (West Bank)

If you’re doing the unity candle ceremony, you’ll also need some candleholders. These are hand blown at Hebron Glass, a traditional glassware factory that’s been operating in the West Bank since 1890. Since they’re made from recycled bottles, each one is unique, and they’ll look just as good on your mantle or dining table after the wedding.

Silk Flower Petals with Map Print by Burlap and Bling Studio (Florida)

These look like regular flower petals from a distance, but they’re made from cloth, and the antique map print adds some extra flair. Each pack contains a hundred petals, and they work equally well as a table decoration or for sprinkling in the aisle.

World Map Cake Topper by Up Mood Shop (Ukraine)

There are a lot of travel-themed cake toppers out there, but this birch wood one is an elegant choice. And since it doesn’t include the last name, it works great if the woman is keeping her name!

Map Cupcake Wrap by Dill Pickle Picnic (Georgia)

We actually had cake pops at our reception, but we also love the idea of cupcakes for casual travel-themed weddings. Standard wedding cakes can get insanely expensive, and cupcakes are much easier to serve and eat. These cupcake wrappers are made from U.S. road maps that are too old to be sold and would otherwise have no use, and each one is unique. Just remember not to put them in the oven (slip the cupcakes into them once they’re baked)!

Vintage Postcard Cupcake Pins by Sweet Clicks (Florida)

If you’re serving cupcakes and want to jazz them up even more, top them with these vintage travel poster pins. There are about thirty different designs, featuring destinations from Banff to Cuba.

Customized Paper Napkins by Charleston Charms (South Carolina)

Customize your napkins with an adventure-inspired stamp featuring your names. These are technically listed as “baby shower napkins,” but marriage is an adventure in its own right, no?

Wooden World Map Guestbook by Wood Present Studio (Ukraine)

If you’re planning to have a guestbook, this one is the perfect choice for a travel-themed wedding. The cover is made from birch wood, and the world map image is laser-cut.

UP! Guestbook Alternative by Guest Books by Victoria (Ukraine)

As an alternative to the traditional guestbook, this board is inspired by the sweetest adventure-themed love story out there – the movie UP! You can customize the colors, and it comes in different sizes depending on the number of guests you’re expecting. To top if off, it’ll be a perfect piece of décor in your home long after the wedding.

Decorative Globe by Live Fearlessly Free (North Carolina)

No travel-themed wedding would be complete without a globe, which makes a great decoration for your guestbook table. This one is hand-lettered, and you can choose from several adventure-related quotes. Plus, it’ll look just as good on your mantle after the big day.

Zig-Zag Bowl by Noah’s Ark International Exports (India)

Need a convenient place to collect cards from your guests? This wire bowl will work perfectly – and it’ll make an excellent fruit bowl later on. It’s handmade by metalworkers in Moradabad, India, nicknamed “The Brass City” for its longstanding tradition of brasswork.

Rustic Suitcase Card Box by La De Da Design (Michigan)

Alternatively, use this suitcase-style box, which will also make it easy to transport your cards at the end of the wedding. Afterward, it’ll make a good place to store photos, letters, or other mementos.

USA Map Seating Chart by Fortu Designs (California)

This is the ideal seating chart if you’ve got guests coming from different parts of the country and want to seat them together. Or, you can theme the tables after places that are important to you and seat whoever you want at each one. Either way, finding assigned seats at a wedding can be a hassle, and this will make it more fun. This is a digital download, so you’ll have to get it printed yourself.

Luggage Tag Seating Cards by Imbue You I Do (Pennsylvania)  

Show your guests which spot is theirs with these luggage tag-inspired seating cards. You can have them printed with each guest’s name, as well as the name or number of the table they’re seated at.

Map Table Runner by Fly Girl Design Studios (Florida)

For a travel-themed table runner, you can’t do much better than a world map covered with flight patterns. It can come in whatever dimensions you need, and you can easily use it on your dining table long after the wedding.

Personalized Burlap Table Runner by Custom Holly Davidson (Connecticut)

Alternatively, this burlap table runner has beautiful skywriting of the couple’s name and wedding date, and it’s perfect for the head table. We actually used burlap table runners at our reception, and we loved the rustic look they created.

Silver Forest Candle Holder by Noah’s Ark International Exports (India)

If you’re looking for a bar decoration or head table centerpiece with some global flair, this elegant candleholder might be the answer. It’s made from mango tree wood and silver leaf, and handcrafted by local artisans in India . Plus, it’ll look just as good on your mantle or dining table after the wedding.

Inspirational Candle Holders by TARA Projects (India)

With “hope” etched on one side and “love” on the other, these little soapstone candleholders make a nice addition to any centerpiece. They’re made in India, by artisans at one of the country’s first fair trade organizations.

Embossed Silver-Plated Goblets by Noah’s Ark International Exports (India)

If there’s one thing all weddings need, it’s something to toast with. These silver-plated brass goblets have an incredibly intricate design and come in a satin-lined box. They’re too pricey for every guest to have one, but they’ll make great toasting glasses for the couple – and they’re perfect for using on your anniversary for years to come.

Wine Bottle Toppers by OTIC (Kenya)

We actually received these as a wedding gift from one of Jen’s friends, so we can vouch that they’re adorable! They’re hand-carved in Kenya from blue gum eucalyptus tree, an invasive species in the area, and come in both giraffe and zebra designs. They’ll be useful for covering the partial bottles you’ll be left with after your shower or wedding – and they’ll make a great reminder of your nuptials any time you need to seal a bottle of Pinot.

Wedding Favor Candy Bag by Clementine Wedding (Washington)

These little muslin bags are perfect for passing out your travel-themed wedding favors (or just some mints). They’re a great alternative to disposable plastic bags, and guests can take them home to use for packing or storing small items.

Airplane Confetti by Bits and Pieces Shoppe (Tennessee)

You shouldn’t toss rice at a travel-themed wedding – you should throw planes! These one-inch planes have been hand punched from paper maps, and each pack has a hundred. They’re the perfect way for guests to send you off on your honeymoon.

Deep Purpose Bracelet by TARA Projects (India)

This bracelet is handmade in India from brass and labradorite. If your bridesmaids are the free-spirited type, this stone is said to increase philosophical thinking and spiritual awareness – and even if they’re not, it still makes a beautiful bridesmaids gift.

Infinitely Knot Bracelet by Mitra Bali (Indonesia)

Want a bridesmaids gift that says you’ll be friends forever? This silver infinity bracelet is an elegant choice, and it’s made by metalworkers in Bali, Indonesia.

Purple Peacock Coin Purse by TARA Projects (India)

This satin coin purse makes another good bridesmaids gift, or you can package one of the above bracelets inside it. Your bridesmaids can use it to carry their valuables on a night out or during their next trip.

Silk Paper Gift Bag by Prokritee (Bangladesh)

Gift-wrapping makes giving and receiving presents much more fun, but it’s also a huge source of waste. Enter the reusable gift bag. This one is made from silk paper by artisans in Bangladesh, and it’s beautiful and eco-friendly.

Serene Travel Set by Mai Vietnamese Handicrafts (Vietnam)

If you’re planning a destination wedding or you have bridesmaids or groomsmen coming from out of town, they’ll appreciate this little kit on their trip. It includes earplugs, an eye mask, and a drawstring laundry bag, all packaged in a cloth pouch. It’s handcrafted by artisans at a Vietnamese NGO that uses the money from their craft sales to fund community development projects.

Leather Passport Holder by 3 Twenty Leatherworks (California)

Give this leather passport cover to help your wedding party prepare for their next international trip – or to come to your destination wedding if it’s international. After all, no one wants the best man to get left behind because he lost his passport. Your bridesmaids and groomsmen will think of you whenever they travel.

“Adventure Awaits” Flask by Overly Attached Decals (Pennsylvania)

An adventure-themed take on the traditional groomsmen gift, this flask is hand-etched and dishwasher-safe – and each one comes with a stainless steel funnel.

Which of these travel-themed wedding ideas is your favorite?

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May 26, 2018 at 12:04 am

Hi there! Thanks for including my cupcake wraps… fun story behind the maps used. I create them using prior year’s road atlases that are too old to be sold. We work to purchase them at a discount from local insurance agencies and save them from being simply written off and trashed. It’s always my hope they end up in a recycle bin at the end of each “big day”!

May 27, 2018 at 11:12 pm

How cool, thanks for sharing! I’m going to add that detail to the post. 🙂

May 19, 2018 at 1:28 pm

If I get married this is how I want my wedding! Now just to find a man as travel obsessed as me!!

May 23, 2018 at 1:30 am

Haha! Maybe our next post should be “Convincing Your Partner to Have a Travel-Themed Wedding” 😉

May 19, 2018 at 1:06 pm

These are such awesome ideas and so helpful! Sounds like a lovely day!

May 23, 2018 at 1:29 am

Thanks, Helene! It definitely was 🙂

May 19, 2018 at 10:47 am

Super cute ideas!

May 23, 2018 at 1:28 am

Thanks, Zoe! Glad you liked them!

May 19, 2018 at 10:17 am

LOOOVE all these ideas, especially the suitcase ringbox! Oh my gosh I’m drooling hahaha. I love how you did your actual wedding too btw – I do feel like the giant, grand ceremonies with 100+ people are a bit much and I think the way you did it is way more special. But to each their own 🙂

Thanks, Christina! There’s SO much cute travel-related wedding stuff on Etsy, it’s way too easy to go down the rabbit hole looking at all of it. 😉

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12 Creative Travel Themed Wedding Ideas

Whether you and your partner are globetrotters or you’re having a destination wedding, a travel themed wedding is a fabulous way to let your journey begin! Get your creative wheels turning with some wanderlust inspirations. 1. Put Your Wedding On The Map Include map details inside your invitation envelopes […]

Whether you and your partner are globetrotters or you’re having a destination wedding, a travel themed wedding is a fabulous way to let your journey begin! Get your creative wheels turning with some wanderlust inspirations.

1. Put Your Wedding On The Map

Include map details inside your invitation envelopes or mail out invitations that show where you’re both from. Instead of a traditional guestbook, ask guests to sign a world globe for a wonderful keepsake you’ll cherish for years to come.

2. Hand Out Unique Favors

There are so many ways to add extra flair to your wedding, especially with fun, unique favors! For a travel theme, you can’t go wrong with an airplane bottle opener or a compass bottle stopper .

Keep a consistent map theme even on personalized fans , which will keep guests cool in warm wedding destinations.

3. Feature Your Favorite Quote

Hang a favorite travel quote above a favor or drinks table or even use it as a photo backdrop for guest photos.

4. Name Tables By Country or Favorite Destinations

Help your guests find their table easily by naming them after countries, the hometowns of your guests, or favorite destinations you’ve visited as a couple.

5. Travel in First-Class Style

Your guests will travel in style with vintage suitcase luggage tags they can tie to their luggage when they go on their own adventures.

6. Put a Map On It!

Welcome bags are fantastic for destination weddings or for out-of-town guests. Stuff reusable totes with useful items like itineraries, local guides and “emergency” kits.

7. Add Subtle Details to the Cake

For a little globetrotter glam, add small travel-inspired details to your wedding cake. This sophisticated cake features two different map styles in the design of the first tier for a chic touch.

8. Make It Personalized

Enhance your wedding atmosphere with special customized touches like personalized travel-themed rocks glasses . Your guests will enjoy these special glasses as a fun (and useful) “souvenir” of your special day!

9. Pack Your Suitcases

Stack vintage suitcases beside a dessert or drink bar to add more style to your indoor or outdoor venue.

10. Give the Groom a Special Boutonniere

Show your love for your groom with a map boutonniere featuring your wedding destination or the place you first met.

11. Take Flight with Airplanes

Get inventive with your travel theme by integrating classic travel icons into your decor, such as airplanes, trains, boats suitcases or even tickets. String paper airplanes together to create a lovely photo backdrop or use cutout planes to seat your guests.

12. Thank Your Guests

After your celebration you’ll need to thank everyone for coming. Stay true to your theme and send guests a vintage travel themed thank you card.

Here’s to a lifetime of adventures together!

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A travel theme bridal shower is an opportunity to celebrate all the places a couple has been while also preparing them for their greatest adventure yet: marriage. This wedding shower theme is ideal for the bride-to-be with a bucket list that's pages long, or for the pair who can't wait to add even more stamps to their passports after they say "I do." Planning your travel-themed bridal shower doesn't need to feel as daunting as fitting a week's worth of outfits into a carry-on—we're answering your call button with this list of everything you need to pull off a first-class party. From travel-themed bridal shower centerpiece ideas to souvenir-worthy favors for the crew, here's how to celebrate the couple before they embark on the journey of a lifetime.

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Travel-Themed Bridal Shower Centerpieces

Travel-themed bridal shower cake decorations, travel-themed bridal shower backdrops, travel-themed bridal shower games, must-have travel-themed bridal shower decorations.

If you don't know where to begin when it comes to your party decor, check out these travel-themed bridal shower centerpiece ideas, ranging from vintage-style suitcases to handmade paper flowers.

1. Bon Voyage Centerpiece Props

Top off custom floral centerpieces or DIY arrangements with these travel-themed props. Each kit includes 21 cute paper cutouts, like passports, compass motifs and suitcases, plus the wooden dowels.

2. Recycled Map Paper Flowers

These paper flowers made from maps are a special way to add personal details to your travel-themed bridal shower centerpieces. With the custom request option, you can highlight the couple's hometowns, the place where they met or the state they now call home. Display the paper roses individually or use them to make sustainable bouquets.

3. Blue Cardboard Suitcases

Stack these suitcases on the welcome table or split them up individually on various tables to accent your centerpieces. The baby blue color is perfect as a 'something blue' detail , but you can choose from more than a dozen other colors and patterns to match your decor.

4. Vintage Travel Place Card Template

Whether you're setting the table for a sit-down brunch or putting out food buffet style, these custom label map printables are made to be folded so they can stand on their own. You can use them as place cards or to label food and drinks so guests can scope out the different options. These are especially helpful for those with dietary preferences, because you can easily mark what's gluten free, nut free, vegetarian or vegan.

Decorate your bridal shower dessert table with these adventure-inspired details, including travel-themed paper plates, cake toppers and novelty cookies.

5. Gold Adventure-Themed Cake Topper

A decorative topper will quickly complete your travel-themed bridal shower cake, whether it's a homemade confection or something you picked up from the local bakery. This one features elegant calligraphy-inspired script and a built-in dowel.

6. Cute Travel-Themed Paper Plates

Plates and utensils are must-haves if you're serving food, but you can make them part of your travel-themed bridal shower decor, too. Set out these adorable paper plates and let guests help themselves to treats and desserts.

7. Travel-Themed Cupcake Toppers

You can stick these cute cupcake toppers in more than just frosted confections. A combination of pink airplanes, heart-shaped map cutouts and brown suitcases adorn toothpick toppers you can pop in mini sandwiches and sliders, let guests use to skewer fruit and cheese, or even mix with fresh flowers for easy centerpieces.

8. Handmade Airplane and Suitcase Cookies

These beautifully detailed cookies look almost too good to eat...almost. According to reviews, they're as delicious as they are pretty, so make sure to take a picture before you take a bite.

Whether you're looking for an oversized photo backdrop or a simple banner to hang above a doorway, these travel theme bridal shower backdrops are just the ticket.

9. Glitter Miss to Mrs. Banner

Choose from gold, silver or black glitter for this "traveling from Miss to Mrs." bridal shower decoration. We'd recommend hanging it above the gift table, dessert table, or against a blank wall as a cute photo backdrop.

10. Love Is An Adventure Backdrop

If you're working with a lot of extra space at your party venue, try this travel-themed bridal shower backdrop designed to look like a world map. It's accented with a stacked suitcase illustration and the quote, "Love is an adventure" for a perfectly on-theme look. Hang it behind the gift chair for some added decoration while the bride is opening gifts.

11. Adventure Awaits Banner

You'll need plenty of travel-themed bridal shower decorations to help round out the vibe. How cute is this banner spelling out "adventure awaits" with colored map accents? Hang it above the dessert table or make the most of the Insta-worthy design by using it as the backdrop for a photo booth.

12. Traveling From Miss to Mrs. Bridal Shower Welcome Sign

A floral-adorned welcome sign announcing that "She's traveling from Miss to Mrs." will help set the scene for your travel-themed bridal shower. If you prefer to stick with a simple "welcome" message, you can edit and print your own travel-themed welcome sign with this digital download.

No party is complete without at least one activity that encourages your guests to mix and mingle. We've picked a few travel theme bridal shower games that tie into your theme and start some fun conversations.

13. Travel-Themed Photo Props

Attach these printables to sturdy craft sticks and set them up alongside a few Polaroid cameras for instant photo booth fun. Don't forget the extra film!

14. Customizable Advice Card

Put a fresh, travel-themed spin on a bridal shower tradition with these travel advice cards. Friends and family members can share their best tips for the couple and sign their names. Not only will the pair come away with plenty of useful advice, but the cards also serve as memorable keepsakes from loved ones.

15. Travel Photograph Guessing Game

This unique bridal shower game is ready-made for a pair of adventurers. Print, frame and number up to 10 photos of the couple in various locales. Then, have guests use the response cards to record their guesses.

16. Newlywed Date Night Ideas Game

Set the lovebirds up for those nights when they aren't traveling by having guests fill out these date night idea cards as a bridal shower activity.

Looking for a few ways to upgrade your travel bridal shower? These editors' picks are the finishing touches you'll need, from favors to tabletop decorations.

17. Globe Guest Book

In place of a traditional guest book, have everyone sign this globe, which can be customized with a hand-lettered quote of your choice, along with the couple's names and a date in black or gold ink.

18. Personalized Satin Eye Mask

Personalized favors for the bridal party will make your travel-themed bridal shower even more special. Add a name or monogram to these satin eye masks that come in both adult and kid sizes for better beauty sleep before the big day. These also make great favors for a destination wedding.

19. Love Is An Adventure Invitations

Establish the party theme from the start with these pretty floral bridal shower invitations that read, "Love is an adventure" above your wedding shower details. A faded world map background, gold sparkle accents and vintage suitcase illustrations serve as details you can carry through the day's festivities.

20. Luggage Tag Bridal Shower Favors

Send guests home with an on-theme bridal shower favor they'll actually use. These gorgeous leather luggage tags come in more than two dozen color combination options and are fittingly embossed with the text "And so the adventure begins," complete with a little airplane taking flight.

21. Miniature Candy Globes

Provide guests with a sweet sendoff by placing a couple of individually wrapped treats, like chocolate truffles, inside of these mini globe favor holders. Bonus idea: Hand them out as bridal shower game prizes .

22. Travel-Themed Printable Sign Bundle

Designate the different stations of the party with punny signs using these editable, printable templates. There are seven signs, including "guest check-in," which you can use to indicate that attendees should sign the guest book; "luggage drop off" to place by the gift table; "passport photos" for a photo booth or selfie backdrop; and "baggage claim" to put where guests can pick up their party favors.

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30+ Unique Travel Themed Wedding Cakes For Traveler Couples

You are the one who now wears the ring. You're already wearing the dress. Let's talk wedding cake ideas with a travel theme. Why not make a shared interest in travel the theme of your wedding if you and your future spouse are both enthusiastic travelers? Every aspect of the wedding, from the favors to the cake, may share this whimsical design. Stylish, unique, and delicious travel-themed cakes are the focus of today's post. Something as simple as a beautiful cake topper or a unique map design might call attention to the theme without going overboard.

Celebrating your wedding with a cake that features your shared love of travel or the places you've visited as a couple is a unique and memorable way to show your guests how far you've come as a couple. If your wedding's theme is wanderlust, you might be interested in the following 30+ travel-themed cake designs .

See also: 18 Adorable Beach Wedding Cakes for Summer Weddings

Travel Themed Wedding Cake Ideas For Couples

A stunning wedding cake idea using antique suitcases and perhaps some world map layers covered with fresh or sugar blooms would be an excellent choice for a couple who loves to travel. A colorful world map or individual continents on a cake are both delicious and trendy options for a wedding cake that features a map theme. If you want your cake to stand out, pair map tiers with more neutral and plain tiers, or use bright and contrasting colors. You have the option of topping the top of your travel cake with the names and/or symbols of the locations that hold the most significance for you.

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Travel Themed Wedding Cake Toppers

Alternatively, you might choose a simpler wedding cake that still includes subtle nods to the travel theme in the form of toppers and other decorations. All sorts of travel-related items, such as cameras, globes, and compasses, are perfectly fine for the toppers . You may finish off the cake by decorating it with stars or anything else that resembles the shapes of the towns and countries you love. Enjoy yourself, and remember to save your favorite images to Pinterest boards.

How To Travel With a Wedding Cake?

The cake should be refrigerated for at least a few hours before the trip , and you should also turn on the air conditioning for ten to fifteen minutes before you leave so that the car is chilly enough for the cake. To avoid melting, keep it out of direct sunlight and under a sun shield if possible.

A cake box is a must if you're going to travel with a cake . Sizes, strengths, and prices all vary, but they're really reasonable overall. They're strong enough to hold a wedding cake and cost less than two dollars. Just tape the box together, then use a knife to create a flap in one end to slide the cake in, and finally tape up the other end.

Consider utilizing insulated transportation/cool boxes and placing frozen packs around the sides of your cake box if you need to carry your cake on a very hot summer day or across a long distance.

How to Travel With a 3-tier Cake?

You can travel with a cake that has 3 tiers. It is possible to transport the separate tiers in boxes on a flat surface (like the new flooring) without the risk of breaking anything . You also have the option of transporting the two lower tiers already stacked, but the remaining tiers will need to be disassembled and stacked at the destination.

Cake stands should not be used to transport a cake. If the cake is larger than the usual cake boxes, you may need to construct your own box. You may also utilize the larger boxes sold at stores like Lowe's and Walmart. Easily slip your cake inside the box by cutting a line down the longest, highest side and taping up the ends.

Can You Bring Cakes on a Plane Trip?

The short answer is “ yes ,” and that applies both to local and international flights within the United States. On international flights coming into and leaving the USA, you can also fly with them.

There is no need to worry about bringing a cake through airport security because the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) permits cake to be brought through both carry-on and checked baggage. A cake from the market or one baked at home is both acceptable. If the cake is not already packaged, you should either wrap it in plastic or place it in a container with a tight-fitting lid.

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29 Destination Wedding Favors Inspired by Travel

These unique and thematic gift ideas will help guests remember your celebration's location.

Emily is a former editorial assistant for MarthaStewart.com.

Destination weddings are like mini vacations for traveling guests—and don't the best vacations involve souvenirs? When it comes to faraway celebrations, guests probably have to put in extra work to attend. In turn, they deserve a reward for their troubles. Thematic, standout thank-you gifts are a great way to show your gratitude. If you're in the market for ideas, we've got the gallery for you. Whether you're marrying out-of-state, out-of-country, or out-of-continent, these destination wedding favor ideas are here to inspire.

For truly memorable favors, choose items that are related to your wedding's location, whether they were made there , represent the destination's culture or scenery, or help celebrants enjoy the locale while in town. That might mean handcrafted Mexican blankets, potted cacti for a desert wedding, or sunglasses for a beachside event —all of which are on the slides ahead. Alternatively, you can opt for goods that are related to travel more broadly. These blue luggage tags are the perfect example. The bride and groom packaged them in muslin bags tied with Froufrou Chic ribbon for their Bali event by the sea.

For more unique and useful ideas, click through the rest of our slideshow. We're here to show you exactly how to nod to your location with your goodbye ( or welcome! ) gifts. Whether you're city-hopping stateside to tie the knot or bringing your nuptials abroad, you can't go wrong with destination-themed wedding favors like these. They're bound to be the best vacation memorabilia your attendees have ever taken home.

Cactus Wedding Favors

Throwing an event in the middle of the desert? Hand out adorable potted cacti, like these Dish Wish ones.

Blanket Wedding Favors

For their Mexico wedding, these grooms gave guests local blankets, which they tied with custom Ashwood Avenue tassels.

Lemon Wedding Favors

When marrying in Capri, lemon details are basically a must. This couple chose to celebrate their destination's fruit with lemon-inspired soap favors. They gave them as welcome gifts alongside a welcome note designed by Ema Giangreco Weddings .

Water Bottle Wedding Favors

These Colorado wedding guests received Poste and Co. welcome booklets, plus water bottles customized with mountain illustrations.

Maraca Wedding Favors

Consider offering maracas at a Latin America celebration—they make for excellent exit noisemakers. These ones came from Amol's .

Wine Wedding Favors

This couple sent celebrants home from their vineyard wedding with mini bottles of Freixenet wine.

Newspaper Wedding Favors

Give guests something to keep them occupied on their plane ride home. For this California wedding, that meant burlap sacks holding newspapers. "Oh bye" luggage tags (in honor of the destination, Ojai), finished off each present.

Pool-Themed Wedding Favors

Help attendees enjoy their poolside stay with thematic wedding favors. This couple handed out Custom Ink totes filled with Custom Ink koozies, Discount Mugs sunglasses, and Urban Outfitters drink floats. Many of the items were adorned with their Alison R. Banks Designs monogram.

Regional Wedding Favors

At this wedding in France, guests received olive oil and vinegar produced by the venue, Château d'Estoublon . They also went home with sachets of French lavender.

Mug Wedding Favors

This Germany celebration's wedding favors were customized German beer mugs.

Compass Wedding Favors

Nothing says "nautical seaside wedding" like compass favors. These ones doubled as escort cards and featured Atelier Invitations calligraphy.

Cookie Wedding Favors

Eleanor's Custom Cookies baked these Nantucket-inspired treats. The sweets were given alongside custom Cheree Berry Paper paddleball sets and decks of cards.

Chocolate Wedding Favors

Guests invited to this New Zealand event got two festive favors: soap and a chocolate bar. The former was made from Mānuka honey and placed in muslin bags stamped with a Māori greeting. The latter were locally crafted and engraved with a map of the country. The packaging was designed by Peanut Press Creative .

Thematic Wedding Favors

These France-themed totes held Staub cocettes , Ladurée macarons, and a Penguin book of French phrases. They were designed using the couple's Kara Anne Paper logo.

Napkin Wedding Favors

These personalized napkins weren't just part of this Africa wedding's place settings—guests took them home as favors. They were locally hand-embroidered with each person's name, plus an image of a lion.

Beach Bag Wedding Favors

At this multi-day beach wedding in the Maldives, guests were welcomed with essentials—sunscreen, flip-flops, and snacks—for their stay. The favors came in nautical totes, which served as reusable takeaways from the memorable trip.

Bottle Opener Wedding Favors

Guests at this Mexico destination wedding were gifted with airplane-shaped bottle openers that symbolized new adventures ( and their wedding-related travels).

Picnic Basket Wedding Favors

This French wine crate (from a wedding in the French countryside) was filled with a number of location-based picnic goodies. Alongside the edible treats (including wine, cheese, baguettes, jam, pears, and disposable wooden plates and utensils) sat an illustration of the venue—a piece of artwork created by the mother of the bride .

Traditional Wedding Favors

Each guest at this Hawaiian wedding received a traditional pu'olo , known in English as a bundle. Inside the Ti leaves were baskets of local treats.

Postcard Wedding Favors

These postcards were made from stills of classic movies set in Italy, and were given to attendees at an Italian destination wedding.

Bike Bell Wedding Favors

As a nod to the Nantucket location's biking culture, guests at this wedding received customized bike bells, which they were encouraged to ring as the newlyweds departed the church.

Tequila Wedding Favors

At this destination wedding in Mexico, colorfully-wrapped bottles of Mexican tequila were left on the reception tables for guests.

Locally-Made Wedding Favors

For their Rocky Mountain destination wedding, this couple gifted attendees with locally-made Cloud Nine (now Aspen Brownie Works ) brownies.

Sweatshirt Wedding Favors

This summer camp-inspired wedding took place in Lake Tahoe, and each guest received a sweatshirt with a graphic of the venue scenery.

Tote Wedding Favors

Guests convened for this wedding in the Catskills, and they all received on-theme Maptote bags. The tote design featured a mountain map, while trail mix gave a nod to hiking. There were other treats inside too, including water, gummies, and hangover aids.

Wedding Favor Sunglasses

These fun custom sunglasses were given to attendees at a Hawaiian wedding, alongside Hawaiian phrase booklets and edible gifts sourced from the islands.

Poster Wedding Favors

A bridesmaid who works at Hatch Show Print created these custom poster favors for her friend's seaside wedding in Croatia.

Cocktail Kit Wedding Favors

Muslin pouches containing ingredients for a "Canarian" Manhattan went home with guests at this Canary Islands destination wedding. Instead of bourbon, the kit contained local Arehucas rum.

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