Ideas for the Perfect Groomsmen Gifts when Having a Destination Wedding

Whether or not you’ve been in a wedding, you’re likely familiar with the idea of giving gifts to your groomsmen. These men are the most important in your life: brothers, best friends… those you came up with or met later in life. 

It’s only fitting you give them the perfect gift. 

Worried a destination wedding may make that difficult? 

Fear not, there are some really amazing groomsmen gifts perfect for destination weddings.

First things first: timing is everything. 

This gift guide is divided into gifts you can give prior to the trip, those you can give in the more traditional way: at the rehearsal dinner and finally those you can give after the wedding.

Your groomsmen will devote lots of time and energy to making sure your wedding is perfect. They may choreograph a dance, plan a bachelor party and help you surprise your beloved. 

In the case of a destination wedding they are also taking time from work and spending extra on travel. Show your thanks with a special gift they can use to get to your wedding.

1. Personalized Passport Holder + Luggage Tag

Deluxe Passport Cover + Luggage Tag Set, $85, https://www.leatherology.com/ 

Especially if your destination wedding requires a passport, this beautiful set of a leather passport holder and luggage tag from Leatherology is a great choice. It can be customized and with colors like turmeric and electric blue it will be easy to spot at baggage claim.

2. Rugged Personalized Leather Toiletry Bag

Personalized 100% Leather Toiletry Bag/Shaving Kit Gift with Box, $79.11,  https://groomsmengiftideas.com/

Is there a better smell than the combination of wood and leather? Your groomsmen will love opening this personalized wooden box and leather toiletry bag.

3. No. Wrinkled. Ties

Iristide Neck Tie Box Formal Cylinder Men’s Classy Necktie Travel Storage Case, $11.99 https://www.amazon.com/

Let’s face it: there’s no easy way to pack a tie so why not give your groomsmen this ingenious tie box to make sure you’re not running around with a steamer pre-ceremony?

If you want to keep it traditional in one way, you can do it by giving these gifts at your rehearsal dinner. They are small or virtual so they won’t be an issue to pack and they’re TSA-friendly.

4. Book an Activity

Wow the Men in Your Life With These Experience Gifts — No Wrapping or Assembly Required!

https://www.popsugar.com/

Whether through Groupon or the resort you’re staying at, say thank you to your groomsmen with an experience rather than a gift. This can be a culinary tour, pub crawl, guided hike or even a trip to the spa. POPSUGAR has a slew of great options or use your imagination and plan something specifically for your boys.

5. Give Points to Get Points!

The Best Airline Gift Cards for the Holidays, https://www.airfarewatchdog.com/

This one requires a little research but it will mean a lot to the men in your wedding party: find out which airline they prefer and purchase gift cards. Not only will they earn points for flying to your destination wedding but they’ll also get the bonus from you, perfect for their own getaway.

6. Sidney Belt from Sézane

Sidney Belt – Octobre, $70, https://www.sezane.com/

If you want to give a physical gift at your destination wedding, give your groomsmen a beautiful accessory. We love the Sidney belt from the Parisian shop, Sézane. It’s the perfect suede accessory for any man and will tie casual and dress outfits together beautifully. They’ll probably find a reason to wear it during your wedding weekend!

Many grooms will take their groomsmen to lunch or dinner post destination wedding and that’s a chance to give a larger—or more traditional—gift.

7. Personalized Photo Book

This is a great gift for groomsmen that knew each other before the wedding. Put together a photo book of the best shots of you and your groomsmen spanning the length of your relationship and culminating with photos from the trip. Include some inside jokes or key phrases from the trip. Start designing now at Mixbook.

8. Snazzy, Personalized Bluetooth Speaker

Personalized Bluetooth Speaker,  $24.99, https://www.etsy.com/

While not the traditional gift by any stretch of the imagination, these personalized bluetooth speakers are a great addition to anyone’s travel bag. They’re easy to use with most devices, wireless and can be personalized with names or initials in a variety of fonts.

9. Office Golf – $50.87

A99 Golf WP02 Golf Executive office Putting Gift Set Wood Base with Wood Case 2balls, $50.87, https://www.sears.com/

If your groomsmen are golfers this executive golf set is not to be missed. It’s a bit kitschy but what guy wouldn’t love to sink a few puts while getting through those droning month-end close calls? 

Gift Giving Tips

Whether you go with the traditional or non, big or small, there are a few things to keep in mind when weighing ideas for groomsmen gifts, especially if you have a destination wedding. 

First, pick a gift that works in your budget and makes sense to all members of your party. Next, make sure that gifts are packaged thoughtfully. 

We recommend including a card with a few hand-written sentiments. This is one of those most important days of your life and these men have been a part of your journey to get here. 

At the end of the day, they will remember—and treasure—this more than any gift.