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cabezadecaca
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 Posted: Sat Aug 16, 2008 3:08 pm Post subject: Honeymoon Registry???? |
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| My fiance and I are looking into registering for a honeymoon on one of those honeymoon registry sites. Any pro's or con's? I was looking at other people registry pages and it doesn't look like its a very popular gift item. Anyone have any suggestions, comments or warnings about it?OK, its not that we cant afford to pay for our honeymoon, we already live together and dont really need anything else. So instead of registering for gifts that we dont need, why not register for something that we can really enjoy since people are going to spend money anyway? |
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angeldust_599
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| Posted: Sat Aug 16, 2008 3:16 pm Post subject: |
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| All i can think of is cons. Honestly...its like asking for money because your asking others to pay for part of your honeymoon or activities on your honeymoon that should be paid for yourselves before the wedding. I cant afford to take a vacation...we didnt even take a honeymoon because we couldnt afford it so I dont like the idea of paying for someone elses. I have also heard things like those registries take a percent of the money each person donates to it so while Aunt Jane thinks she bought you a surfing lesson, she really only covered maybe half. also, people dont like that idea what when they think they bought you something fun to do, really, all that money just gets piled into an account and used by the couple how they please so really, you dont have the do any of the things people buy for you, you can spend it how you please on the vacation. I personally think if you need honeymoon help then dont register anywhere and most people will give money.edit: ok, you already live together and dont need anything so what you do is not register for anything and if people ask what you way say there is nothing you need. As Violet Pearl already mentioned...gifts were given to help the couple out. You dont get to cash in just because you chose to live together. My hubby and I lived together too and we still found things we needed or wer happy with what we got. If there is nothing you need then dont worry about what you get. |
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iloveweddings
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| Posted: Sat Aug 16, 2008 3:19 pm Post subject: |
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| Yes, it's tacky.Also, they will take a cut; or add a service fee; or add a set up fee.I have read about these. One company charges a "service fee" to those who donate of 8.85%. So, let's say, someone wants to donate a $200 for 1 night of a hotel room. THEY will actually have to give the registry $218.Another takes a cut of 10% off of everything donated.Others charge YOU to set this up....about $150.As a guest, I would never give to a honeymoon site. Not only that, but I think it is rude to ask your guests to pay for your honeymoon. Pay for it yourself. |
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Carebear2010
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| Posted: Sat Aug 16, 2008 3:24 pm Post subject: |
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| Its tacky. And it tends to upset certain guests (usually of the older generation) And the companies usually take a cut anyway. Most people give money as gifts for the actual wedding anyway....skip the honeymoon registry. It is absolutely the worst "new fad" |
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msmagoo
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| Posted: Sat Aug 16, 2008 3:27 pm Post subject: |
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| I would not do this. I feel someone is getting a take off your honeymoon. And it's tacky don't you think. The guest bought gifts for shower wedding ect. And now the honey moon?If you can't afford a honey moon at this time who say you can't do it later? |
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Chrissy
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| Posted: Sat Aug 16, 2008 3:32 pm Post subject: |
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| This is not tacky. If you would like to register but be discreet about it, Set up a bank account and call it "The Honeymoon Fund" or something like that. This way you get all the funds, none of it goes anywhere else. When it comes time for your shower, your wedding party can slip a little card into the invitation that says, "We have set up an account for the couple to pay for their honeymoon! You are welcome to contribute if you wish! Please contact Lisa for more details."It's as common as the registry cards for Target and Bed Bath and Beyond. Don't let anyone tell you differently. Some people love the idea of contributing to a honeymoon. |
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mia
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| Posted: Sat Aug 16, 2008 3:39 pm Post subject: |
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| eugh ... tacky |
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Cristina H
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| Posted: Sat Aug 16, 2008 3:55 pm Post subject: |
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| Not cool. People will talk about you behind your back and wont be too happy about it. Give people the opt. to give you money on their own...dont ask for it! Very cheesy. Just register for gifts and whatever you dont want take back and get store credit or money. A wedding isnt about money. Its about marrying the one you love. |
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Violet Pearl
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| Posted: Sat Aug 16, 2008 4:26 pm Post subject: |
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| Gawd, I hate this "we already live together and dont really need anything else" but we'll take your CASH.Lucky you, you don't need anything! Great. So don't register. Wedding gifts were given to help the young couple start a life together. You don't get a "cash bonus" for shacking up. |
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runningmeg82
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| Posted: Sat Aug 16, 2008 5:15 pm Post subject: |
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| The con is you're asking people to pay for your honeymoon. Just don't register anywhere and people will give you cash. Use the cash toward your honeymoon. You'll look less greedy that way. |
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~♠♥CJ♥♠~
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| Posted: Sat Aug 16, 2008 5:35 pm Post subject: |
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| Besides the fact that a lot of people think they are tacky, honeymoon registries charge outrageous fees. If you don't need anything, just don't register anywhere. People will get the hint and most likely give you money without you having to ask for it. |
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J-J
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| Posted: Sat Aug 16, 2008 7:33 pm Post subject: |
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| my friend did this and i thought it was cool, she did her's through liberty travel and i gave her a gift card to liberty travel and got her stuff to go with it like luggage tags that said honeymooners, other people did the same with beach towels and sunscreen i thought it was great and i will do the same |
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Mrs.To Be
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| Posted: Sun Aug 17, 2008 5:10 am Post subject: |
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| People are so critical of honeymoon registries and i don't understand it. My fiance and i are having one as we have everything we need for the home. We would rather people contribute to a honeymoon that we will remember forever. We have the money to pay for our honeymoon but would rather people contribute to this then end up with a vase or a bowl we will never use.Don't listen to anyone else. Its your decision. |
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Tinkerbell
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| Posted: Sun Aug 17, 2008 7:08 am Post subject: |
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| I would just not list a registry at all, people will figure you want cash, then you can use that to pay for a honeymoon. |
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Lydia
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| Posted: Sun Aug 17, 2008 7:49 am Post subject: |
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| There are only cons. If you can't afford your honeymoon, don't expect your guests to pay for it!Leave it to your guests what type of gift to choose for you. If you are getting so picky/materialistic, you will alienate people! |
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