Destination Wedding Statistics
I have put together the current Destination Wedding and Honeymoon statistics. Please feel free to use these and link to this in your media and press articles. Updated March 2024.
DESTINATION WEDDING STATISTICS
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Steve Griswold
Destination Weddings Specialist
Pixie Honeymoons Owner
Atlanta GA
Https://PixieHoneymoons.com
Steve@PixieVacations.com
Wedding USA Statistic
- There were 2.24 million wedding in 2023
- Average cost of a US wedding is $28,000 to $35,000
- Approximately 25% are Destination Weddings
- October is the most popular Wedding month
Why choose a Destination Wedding?
- Cost Savings
- Time with loved ones
- Built in Vacation and Honeymoon
- Memorable Experiences
Insider Tip: A normal stateside wedding you only get a few minutes with each person at the wedding. A wedding week at a destination wedding allows you to spend quality time together with your family and guests. Cocktail receptions, girls spa day, golf or scuba outing, receptions and more.
Average Destination Wedding Statistics
- Average Age 33 years old
- Household income $110k
- College Educated
- Diverse Ethnicity
- Incorporate cultural and traditional influences
Average Airfare
$875 – $2,000
Average Number of Guests
Average Destination Wedding has 50 guests
Top Destinations
- Jamaica
- Mexico
- Bahamas
Destination Wedding Package Average Costs
$5,550 Compared to $30,000 US (Venue, Food and Beverage, Wedding Cake)
2024 – 2025 Destination Wedding Trends
- Exciting Entertainment
- Au Natural Décor
- Eco Conscious Celebrations
- Local Cuisine
Research and Planning for a Destination Wedding
- 90% planning for a destination wedding is done online
- 44% plan on mobile devices
- 40% begin planning within 1 month of engagement
Honeymoons Industry Statistics
- 12 billion dollars a year industry
- 99% of couples take a honeymoon
- 75% will depart within the first week
- Luxury Honeymoon spend is $9,950
- 60% will travel internationally
Weddings on Social Media Statistics
- 90% of couples announce their engagement on social media with a few hours
- 70% of Brides use Pinterest for inspiration
- 74% create a wedding website
- 53% set up a wedding hashtag
- Social Media
What is the Average Cost of a Honeymoon?
Even more statistics on Honeymoons.
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