Guest Post by Mary Aspen Richardson
Moving is an emotionally draining and physically challenging endeavor, add the attribute “abroad” to it, and things become next level stressful. And don’t get it wrong – it is not all bad. Relocation is also very exhilarating, even more so if you are moving right after the wedding. There is a lot to look forward to. It’s the beginning of a new life, in every way possible. Creating a gift registry is one of the important aspects of wedding planning. And if carefully thought about, it is a way to set you off on the right foot. You will ensure that you receive gifts that you want and need, the ones that will help you start your new life in a new environment.
While planning your gift registry when moving abroad, the thing to remember is to add only the items you know you will bring with you. You are also moving to another country, not around the corner; it’s a long way to travel. So avoid anything too bulky and too heavy. If you are struggling to figure out what you could include on your list, keep reading.
Travel essentials are always a good idea.
Even if you aren’t moving after the wedding, you will travel to your honeymoon destination. So packing something that will be useful during the trip is a smart idea. A good quality suitcase or a backpack you always wanted to invest in, but it never made it onto the priority list is an excellent place to start. Items like eye masks or neck pillows are also interesting, especially personalized ones.
Vouchers are the way to go.
When moving abroad, various vouchers are an excellent gift choice. They take up virtually no space and give the recipients a lot of flexibility. Here are a few useful ideas:
Gift cards. Add gift cards from brands you know will help you set up your new home later. You can opt for some local brands from the place you are moving to, to make the delivery easier.
Travel vouchers. These make for a useful addition to your gift registry list. Although traveling is not that easy currently due to the COVID-19 situation, you can expect to use them for your honeymoon sometime soon. Therefore, such vouchers can aid your future travel by saving you quite a bit of money and simplifying travel planning significantly.
Spa vouchers. Planning a wedding, even now when elaborate events are not an option really, and organizing relocation abroad will most definitely take a toll on your energy levels after everything is over. So, spa or massage coupons will be a much welcome relaxation opportunity that you may not think of otherwise. Again, it may be a good idea to research spa centers in your new town.
Jewelry is a timeless gift.
Jewelry is something you will always want to wear, and it will be easy to carry with you wherever you are going. It is truly a timeless and valuable gift that will always remind you of the person who gave it to you. You can add jewelry from the designers you like on your registry list, an item you have admired for some time but never pulled the trigger on buying yourself.
Something to remind you of home.
When moving abroad, you will want to have something to remind you of home. A cooking appliance needed to make your ethnic dish is a great idea because you will probably buy it yourself anyway. So, why not add it to your registry list? Also, when you start decorating your new home, you will want to have some cultural decor items.
The ultimate gift – cash!
Vouchers and gift cards are flexible, but cash is the least restraining gift of all. Moreover, it will invariably be useful, especially after the wedding and amidst relocation. Also, it has no expiration date, and you can use it for whatever you want, pay off the wedding bills, decorate your new home, use it for your honeymoon, save it, whatever you deem appropriate. Therefore, another thing you can do is to set up a cash registry.
Organizing a wedding and preparing for a relocation abroad is very stressful and time-consuming. Booking the venue, booking the movers in Detroit, finding caterers, buying or renting a home in your new town, working on the logistics to celebrate the big day during the pandemic, figuring out the logistics of the move. The list goes on. It will put your mind at ease if you know there is some money to fall back on.
The best gift of all is the gift to others.
You are moving abroad, you have gotten married. That is quite a lot of new beginnings and happy moments for you. So why not start your new life by doing something good and helping those less fortunate. You have been blessed with so much, so spreading the love and sending positive vibrations into the universe is the right way to begin the next chapter and express gratitude for the happiness you are so lucky to enjoy. Therefore, you can add the charity organizations you love and support and causes that you believe in to the list. It will also make your guests feel good about themselves. “Be the change you want to see in the world.”
If you carefully think about the items you should put on your gift registry when moving abroad, you will make sure that none of the gifts go to waste. Everything you receive will be useful and helpful. Even when you are not moving, designing a gift registry deserves a bit more thought. It helps your friends and family choose the right present for you. Moreover, it will help you with your future life. You will be able to decorate your new home more quickly; you can organize your honeymoon more efficiently; you can even ease your relocation. Or, when all is over, you can relax with a visit to a spa center.
Mary Aspen Richardson is currently working as a team lead content writer for High Quality Moving Company.
Working as a freelancer for 10+ years has enabled her to explore and cover a variety of topics, master her communication skills as well as develop a unique writing style. She works continuously with training teams tasked to generate a content strategy and tools to help enhance SEO performance.
