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Updated Feb 09, 202634 Destination Wedding Save-the-Dates for a Far-Flung Celebration
A wedding far away calls for an extra-special save-the-date.
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Looking for destination wedding save-the-date ideas? For most of your guests, a destination wedding means vacation time. So why not set the relaxed (or adventurous) vibe right from the get-go? Whether you're hosting your nuptials on a tropical beach, a cobblestoned village somewhere in Europe or on a snowy mountain in a cozy cabin, there's a save-the-date card for every kind of destination wedding.
So, consider one of these destination wedding save-the-dates, guaranteed to get guests excited about your wedding (and their upcoming getaway). There are plenty of options available on The Knot, but there are several other top-notch spots to consider, which we list toward the bottom of this article.
34 Destination Wedding Save-the-Dates
While a wedding invite can usually suffice, destination weddings often require plenty of notice—so don't skip out on sending a save-the-date. Here are some excellent options to consider for your upcoming nuptials. And if you want some extra insight on save-the-date etiquette, we have some tips and advice for that, too.
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1. Magazine Cover
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Share your destination wedding date with this adorable magazine-cover save-the-date card. You can include a QR code for guests to scan to find your wedding website or invites, too.
2. Modern Photobooth
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This photo booth save-the-date is a great way to let your guests know you're having a destination wedding. Include photos of you and your destination.
3. Portrait Gallery
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We love a collage moment! Use this gorgeous card to give your guests your save-the-date details, so they can mark their cals for your upcoming destination wedding.
4. Boarding Pass
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Let your guests know they're in for an adventure abroad as soon as they open the envelope. You can personalize these vintage boarding pass cards with your country, venue and even a picture from your engagement photo shoot.
5. Amalfi Dreaming
Saying "I do" in Italy's Amalfi Coast or Sicily? These Italian-themed save-the-date cards will instantly transport your guests to Europe. We'll raise a glass of limoncello to that.
6. Pretty Protea
Start the island vibes early with these protea flower and palm leaf-adorned tropical save-the-dates. The protea flower is native to South Africa and Australia, for those planning on a southern hemisphere vow exchange.
7. Grape Escape
For the oenophiles among us, a winery wedding is a no-brainer. Set the pretty vineyard scene off the bat with these watercolor save-the-dates.
8. Passport Please
Nothing says "destination wedding" quite like a passport. These creative save-the-dates are ideal for your wedding abroad, with a passport theme on the back and space for your engagement photo and further details on the front. Parisian wedding, anyone?
9. By the Seaside
You don't have to get on a plane in order to have a destination wedding. If you're simply traveling to your nearest patch of coastline to get married by the sea, reflect the scene with these nature-inspired save-the-dates.
10. Desert Delight
Throw your guests into your desert-themed nuptials with these cute save-the-dates. The sun palms and dried desert florals that frame your details on these cards would make a stunning IRL wedding arch.
11. New York, New York
Start spreading the news: Your wedding planning is underway. For those opting for an elegant New York City wedding, give your guests a taste of what's to come with this illustrated save-the-date.
12. Nature's Calling
If you're dreaming of a mountain celebration, these nature save-the-dates are perfect for sending to your nearest and dearest.
13. Tropical Greenery
Whether you're heading to the Caribbean, Mexico or even to Hawaii, a warm-weather wedding calls for tropical wedding save-the-dates. These minimalist cards should do the trick.
14. Painted Waves
Go abstract with your beach save-the-dates. The painted wave print on these destination wedding cards mimic the appearance of sand dunes—perfect for a seaside summer wedding.
15. Newspaper Cards
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Spread the news of your exciting destination wedding by sending a unique newspaper-themed save-the-date card.
16. Classic Capture
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Try something chic and classic, like this photo-based save-the-date card. Whether you use a pic of the venue you've chosen or of the two of you on your last vacation is totally up to you.
17. Gig Poster
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This gig poster save-the-date is a fun one for destination weddings. It's a fab idea for anyone who wants to keep their save-the-date card simple but bold.
18. Customizable Couple Illustration
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How adorable is this illustrated card? It's great for your destination wedding save-the-date, especially if you'd prefer to save your photography budget for the wedding.
19. Spring Fling
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This delicate lilac invite is the perfect pick for a spring destination wedding.
20. Golden Age
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Go big and bold with this vibrant, golden-age-inspired save-the-date card. It's a particularly fun one for anyone planning a tropical destination wedding.
21. Western Barn
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If you're having your destination wedding in a barn, you really can't beat this picturesque, watercolor save-the-date.
22. Hand-Drawn Tablescape
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Just because you're having a destination wedding doesn't mean you can't keep things sweet and simple with something like this save-the-date card.
23. Hollywood Type
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Be bold and vibrant with these fun save-the-date cards. They're neutral when it comes to destination, which means they could work for a variety of locations.
24. Triptych Photo
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Use your favorite couples' photos for this destination wedding save-the-date card.
25. Grand Calligraphy
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We love a classic, black and white save-the-date card. Use a photo of the two of you or of the destination to let your guests know of your upcoming nuptials.
26. Chic Citrus
With leafy orange-filled branches framing your details and an engagement pic, these destination wedding save-the-dates are primed for nuptials taking place in California, Florida or even Spain—really, any destination that's synonymous with the citrus fruit.
27. Love Birds
Let the flamingos on the front of these save-the-dates give guests the first clue about your destination. Flamingos are found in Aruba, the Bahamas and the Everglades in Florida—all excellent options for your far-flung celebration.
28. Hidden Oasis
The oasis-style botanicals on these cute save-the-dates make us think of the Jardin Majorelle in Marrakech, which is full of succulents and desert blooms. Time for a romantic Moroccan wedding, we think.
29. Magic Monstera
Sometimes, it's the simplest designs that make the biggest impact. Personalize these postcards with your engagement picture and allow the watercolor monstera—a plant native to the tropical forests of Mexico and Panama—to give a big hint at where your destination wedding will take place.
30. Bright Lights, Big City
Whether you want to get married in Vegas or party the night away in Nashville, these postcards are ideal for a city-based destination wedding. Plus, they're under $1 each!
31. Desert "I Dos"
Planning a Joshua Tree wedding? The painted scene on the back of these destination save-the-dates will put your guests in the desert mood. You can personalize the front of the card with a picture of you and your soon-to-be-spouse for a special touch.
32. Minimalist Greenery
With foliage wrapped like vines around the minimalist lettering, these destination wedding save-the-dates wouldn't look out of place for an Italian or French-style celebration.
33. Winter Wanderlust
Heading somewhere cold for your winter destination wedding? Stick to your wedding color palette with these unique save-the-dates that were designed by Melissa Koby as part of our Black Artist Collective.
34. Bright Botanics
Make a statement with these pretty save-the-date postcards, which frame your details in bright yellow blooms. The color palette would suit a California or Mexico destination wedding.
Where to Buy Destination Wedding Save-the-Dates
There are all kinds of places you can buy destination wedding save-the-dates, but we have a few favorites. Have a gander at our recommendations below.
- The Knot Invitations: You can find customizable destination wedding save-the-date right here on The Knot, with designs that range from modern and minimalist to playful and travel-inspired. You can even match them to your wedding invitations, RSVP cards, thank-you notes and wedding website for a cohesive look from start to finish. It's a particularly convenient option if you want everything to feel intentional, without juggling multiple vendors or design styles.
- Vistaprint: Whatever your wedding destination may be, Vistaprint is a go-to for affordable and fully customizable save-the-dates. You can include photos, unique fonts and design elements that fit your wedding vision. Their online editor is easy to use, and they offer a wide range of paper types and finishes so your cards feel just right for your big day.
- Paperless Post: Paperless Post specializes in sleek, modern stationery you can send digitally or print. It's a great option if you want a cohesive online and paper experience. Their designs are clean and classy, with plenty of customization.
- Etsy: Etsy isn't just one shop, it's a marketplace for independent creators offering everything from ultra-modern minimalist cards to whimsical illustrations. You'll find both printable digital templates you can edit yourself, along with fully printed options that can be shipped to you.
