Who gets invited to the Bridal Shower if it's a destination wedding?

My sister is getting married in the caribbean and is not sure who should be invited to the bridal shower. She is having a small wedding so not everyone that would typically get invited to a wedding at home is getting invited. So does she only invite the ladies who would be invited to the wedding or everyone?

Thanks!

Re: Who gets invited to the Bridal Shower if it's a destination wedding?

found this online...dont know if it answers your question though



Q: I am wondering what the proper bridal shower etiquette is for destination weddings, which require that guests travel (to Mexico or an Island for example). Does the bride still have all the traditional showers, etc? Are guest expected to spend as much on a gift as if the wedding were in town? What else do I need to know about these types of destination weddings, which seem to be becoming more and more popular?

A: You are correct; destination weddings are becoming more and more popular.

The bride still has the traditional showers, and as with all showers, except workplace showers, all the guests must also be invited to the wedding. Even though all gifts are optional and should never be expected, showers are designed to 'shower' the bride with gifts. So, the proper bridal shower etiquette is that we are expected to give a gift if we attend a shower.

An important consideration for the destination wedding is that we really should mail our gifts. Please do not bring your wedding gift to the destination. One other consideration is that guests are totally responsible for their transportation and lodging for the destination wedding. This is a major consideration and could cost you thousands.

Re: Who gets invited to the Bridal Shower if it's a destination wedding?

Sounds like it's only those that are getting invited to the wedding....that's not too many people!