Making your guests feel welcome and appreciated from the start is essential. So whether you’re hosting a destination wedding or you have guests coming from out of town to attend your local nuptials, a welcome bag is a must. These clever sacks filled with snacks and activity lists are the perfect greeting for those who have traveled to share in your celebration. Include things that will make their stay more comfortable, like bites for late-night cravings, sunscreen for pool-side fun and pain reliever for the morning after, as well as ideas for things to see and do in town. Want to play up your location? Include a regional hot sauce or other tasty treats associated with the area to show pride for your chosen destination. If you choose to make an investment in the bag, there’s a good chance guests will put it to use carrying groceries or beach toys in the future. – The Knot
What would you include in your welcome bags?
I have never heard of anyone doing this before. What a neat idea.
Very cool idea for a wedding. I would never have thought of it
I really love this idea! I would include pampering products in mine.
What a thoughtful, amazing idea! I LOVE my town, so this would be a great idea for even just having visiting friends or family for any occasion! Beautiful blog too 🙂
What a cool idea for a gift bag. I need to remember this for any future gatherings.
I think something local to the area would be neat- like including some chocolates/treats from a place nearby and I also love the sunscreen idea to hang out by the pool if the weather’s nice!
I think welcome bags are a great idea. I should recommend this to my daughter.
What a great idea! I would include some snacks and maybe a small gift card to a local coffee bar. Maybe a few bath and body lotions/sprays. The possibilities are endless.
Everybody loves Snacks .. what a great idea! I’m sure this will be a great way to have all the guests relaxed and might even break the ice
We did this for my wedding 15 years ago just the bags were plan paper… We included a few snacks, water bottles, map of area, wedding schedule maybe a tylenol sample..
Great idea! I agree that guest love to feel welcome and these are great for any event, thank you : )
This is a genius idea and so thoughtful as well. I would include a pair of sunglasses and a map of the island for sight seers.
Welcome bags are such a great way to make guests feel comfortable and special. I would make sure I included information about where to get food, and I would include some snacks.
I love the idea of welcome bags! There are so many great ideas to include in them depending on the season, your location! So much to give…and get!
What an awesome way to make your guest feel more at home. I love this idea.
I host canine fundraisers and this would be a fab treat to give out – ty
Great idea! Those are beautiful bags, a great treat for guests.
A welcome bag is SUCH a sweet idea. I’ve received aspirin, water, and maps in ones I’ve received!