If you are inviting guests who live out of town, you are having a destination wedding, or are getting married on a busy holiday weekend, the answer is yes. Save the date cards are announcements to your famiy and friends telling them the date of your wedding, asking them to reserve the day for you. They also are a fun way to get your guests excited about your wedding.
Accommodations and travel reservations for your guests will be far less expensive if booked in advance. Guests also need advance notice to request vacation time from their employer. The minimum amount of time to send out Save the Dates is 4-6 months prior to the wedding, and the maximum is 12-15 months in advance. You may want to match your invitations, or make them a more fun annoucement, or include a photo. Some options are cards with envelopes, postcards, or magnets. Magnets are great because they serve as a consant reminder.
Items that must be included are the bride and groom's names, the wedding date, and location (city and state). Also add the line, "Formal invitation to follow", so your guests know they will be getting more details closer to the wedding date (invitations should be sent 6-8 weeks ahead).
It is recommended that you send out of town guests travel, hotel, car rental, and special events or area attraction information for them to plan. Most hotels will let you block a number of rooms for your guests to reserve at a discounted rate. Make sure to tell guests to mention your wedding when booking.
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