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Welcome Baskets Guide

Whenever you are planning that special occasion  where out-of-town guests will arrive, it is always appropriate and hospitable to present your guests  with a welcome basket  Keep in mind that after a long day of travel guests will be longing for the comforts  of home.  Give them something special by placing comfort foods  within the basket as well as mementos  to remind them of the holiday  It is a kind way of saying thank you  for their attendance, as well as providing them with a warm greeting  Have the basket waiting at their lodging  or hand deliver it to the room yourself!

Basket Themes

It is always fun to keep these baskets pertinent to the theme  of the celebration

Consider factors such as season location, or overall feel that you would like your guests to take away with them.  Be as silly or as classy as you desire.  It is all about giving it a personal and special touch.

City Break

City Guide 

Tea Coffee 

Disposable Cameras 

Souvenirs 

Wine Country

Bottle of Wine 

Corkscrew 

Bottle Stopper 

Cheese and Crackers 

Pampering Luxury

Truffles 

Cashmere Slippers 

Bath Products 

Scented Candles 

Winter Time

Hot Cocoa 

Throw Blanket 

Mittens 

Lip Balm 

Harvest Happenings

Apple Cider Cinnamon Sticks 

Carmel Popcorn 

Home made Cookies 

Sunflowers 

Beach Bash

Beach Tote 

Beach Towels 

Sunglasses 

Sunblock 

Creative Fillers

Once your basket theme  is chosen and under way, add as many extras as you would like.

Remember to think outside of the box... or basket  Try tote bags buckets pails containers chinese takeout boxes or anything else you can think of to hold all of your goodies.

Running out of fillers?  These ideas are great additions, no matter what the theme!

Have fun creating your own unique masterpiece and remember to always put a little bit of your personality into it.

Related Guides

Lodging

Travel Essentials

Creating a Wedding Guest List

Destination Weddings

External Links

  • WeddingChannel.com: wedding articles with more ways to welcome out-of-town guests.
  • About.com: how to assemble and create your own gift baskets.