Trip Ideas Destination Weddings 20 Beach-inspired Gift Ideas for a Tropical Destination Wedding By Dobrina Zhekova Dobrina Zhekova Facebook Instagram Twitter Website Dobrina Zhekova discovered her passion for travel at age 17 after spending four days in a bus traveling 2,500 miles from her home country of Bulgaria all the way to Lisbon (the bus broke down in the middle of the night in Serbia, but she still enjoyed the trip). She moved to New York City in 2010, and after completing her M.A. in Journalism, she started working at Elle.com. She is now a freelance writer based in Alexandria, VA, and her writing has appeared on InStyle.com, Vogue.com, Departures.com, Elle.com, and Sunset.com among many others. She covers travel, design, architecture, art, and weddings. When she is not learning a new language (her latest obsession is Icelandic), she daydreams about traveling to remote islands. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines Published on May 3, 2017 Share Tweet Pin Email We independently research, test, review, and recommend the best products—learn more about our process. If you buy something through our links, we may earn a commission. Photo: Getty Images It can't be merely a coincidence that beach season and peak wedding season happen at the same time of year. For ocean-obsessed couples, there's no better (or more romantic) way to say, "I do," than with their toes in the warm sand and the surf in the background. And for those of us attending, an invitation to a tropical destination wedding equals an excuse to pack up and head to the coast for a weekend full of fun with friends and family. When it comes to choosing a thoughtful gift for the soon-to-be-wed, the more practical, the better. Think functional items that they can use during their travels such as a BBQ-kit-slash-cooler-bag for camping on the beach, a warm nautical-themed throw, or a travel-friendly game set. Of course, you can always go in a more classic direction and opt for home décor items that will remind them of the sea and the day they got hitched. And in recent years, there has been a trend towards gifting couples with experiences rather than things, swapping a spatula set for a cruise gift card or a certificate for a sailing or scuba diving lesson. We rounded up 20 creative gifts that any coast-bound brides and grooms-to-be would be excited to receive. 01 of 20 Linum Home Textiles Sea Waves Turkish Pestemal Towel Courtesy of Nordstrom This handwoven, fast-drying Turkish towel can also serve as a picnic blanket. 02 of 20 Personalized Pushpin Map Courtesy of UncommonGoods Personalized with the couple's names and wedding date, this pushpin map will be an exciting reminder of all the beautiful beaches they've left footprints on together. To buy: uncommongoods.com, $149 03 of 20 Mojito Molecular Mixology Kit Courtesy of UncommonGoods A mojito DIY kit with a (molecular) twist? Sounds like fun to us! No science background needed. 04 of 20 Two Palms Art Bazaar Wall Art Courtesy of ahalife.com This beautiful piece of art is purposefully circular — it's meant to resemble a ship window, and remind its owners of the ocean. 05 of 20 Hammock Chair Courtesy of etsy.com This hammock chair will bring island vibes back to the couple's home long after they return from their honeymoon. To buy: etsy.com, from $254 06 of 20 Studio Nico Travel Backgammon & Checkers Game Bag Set Courtesy of ahalife.com This portable game set will unfold into fun on the beach or while camping. 07 of 20 GoPro Hero4 Waterproof Camera Courtesy of Amazon Help them capture the best moments of their newly wedded life both above and under the water with this GoPro camera. To buy: amazon.com, $329 08 of 20 Faherty Adirondack Blanket Courtesy of Spring A lightweight cotton blanket is perfect for breezy summer nights spent on the beach. 09 of 20 BBQ Kit Cooler Courtesy of UncommonGoods This bag holds everything they'll need for a beach barbecue: a cutting board, stainless steel grilling tools, and, of course, space for up to 46 cans of beer. 10 of 20 Cruise Direct Gift Card Courtesy Norwegian Cruise Line Their honeymoon doesn't have to end, right? Whether they'd like to cruise their way through Europe or the Caribbean, Cruise Direct offers deals on every destination they might dream of. To buy: cruisedirect.com, from $50 11 of 20 Tokyobike Single Speed Bicycle Courtesy of shopspring.com The couple that bikes down the boardwalk together stays together. 12 of 20 Sur La Table Picnic Basket Courtesy of Sur La Table A classic picnic basket is a must-have for a romantic dinner date on the beach. 13 of 20 Seashell iPhone Speaker Courtesy of shoutmob.com This has to be the best way to listen to the sound of waves (or a good Spotify playlist) even if you're nowhere near the ocean. 14 of 20 Portable 120-inch Movie Theater Screen Courtesy of Amazon They'll never skip a movie date night again with this portable movie screen. You could also pitch in with other guests to add a projector to the set. To buy: amazon.com, $294 15 of 20 Scuba Diving Classes Gift Certificate Getty Images Give the couple a reason to visit sunny Miami with a gift certificate for a two-day scuba diving class. 16 of 20 Barracuda Collapsible Carry-On Luggage Courtesy of ahalife.com This smart suitcase features a laptop tray, a portable TSA-approved battery, and a digital scale. Basically, it's every traveler's dream carry-on. 17 of 20 Made in Mayhem Harrison Wallet & Passport Cover Courtesy of ahalife.com Gift the couple a pair of luxurious passport holders so they can always travel in style. 18 of 20 Swell Firewire Pyzel Slab Grom Surfboard Courtesy of Swell This cool surfboard is appropriate for both beginner and advanced-level wave-riders. Pool your resources with a few other guests to buy two of them. 19 of 20 Personalized Throw Courtesy of Spring Customize this nautical-themed throw with the couple's wedding location and they'll remember their special day every time they cuddle up. 20 of 20 Rowboat Serving Boat with Napkin Holder Courtesy of UncommonGoods If the couple loves sailing, this snack and appetizer bowl will become a staple at their dinner parties. To buy: uncommongoods.com, $85 Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit