Your wedding invitations may seem like a necessary chore in the midst of your jam-packed wedding planning to-do list, but this is actually one of your greatest opportunities to show off your creative flair. As couples become increasingly creative with their invitations, one trend that has really caught on is the travel-themed invitation.
Family and friends will already be geared up for the celebration of your nuptials, but for many of them, this is a welcome vacation from work and family-related responsibilities, so this is a perfect opportunity to showcase what the area around your wedding venue has in store.
Here are a few ideas that can help you put together an impressive travel-themed wedding invitation that will get your loved ones even more excited for your special day.
Create a list of local eateries
Whether you have first-hand experience with restaurants in the area or have done a bit of online research, giving your guests a window into the area’s culinary potential is a great step in the right direction. Your family and friends will undoubtedly need a meal after a long journey to their destination before your festivities get underway, so arm them with the tools they need to start their trip off with a bang.
Showcase local attractions
Wedding guests usually have plenty of time on their hands in the period leading up to your ceremony, and there’s a good chance they don’t want to spend it in their hotel rooms! Put together a selection of local attractions like state parks, amusements and other local gems that your guests can explore during their downtime. Brief descriptions of each locale, basic driving directions and addresses are all your loved ones will need to get out there and start exploring!
Design with a motif
Last but not least, once you’ve given your guests a taste of what the local area has in store, it’s time to give your invitations a touch of style that’s indicative of the area. Use an illustration of a popular landmark to form the border of your invites, letter-pressed graphics or actual photos to give your invitations a compelling backdrop. There’s no right or wrong way to decorate your invitations, so be adventurous and experiment with varying styles until you find the one that suits you!
