Experiences Over Toasters: 2026 Wedding Trends with Honeyfund CEO Sara Margulis

The way couples celebrate and gift is changing faster than ever. This week, we are sitting down with a true industry trailblazer - Sara Margulis, CEO of Honeyfund. We’re diving into their latest travel reports and the shifting landscape of wedding etiquette to see what "I do" looks like in 2026. Grab your passport as we dish on: The Domestic Destination Boom: Why 25% of couples are choosing domestic destination weddings this year to combine travel goals with affordability. Experience-Based Gifting: How the shift from traditional registries to crowdfunding is allowing couples to prioritize shared memories over material possessions. The Global Hotlist: From Hawaii and Italy to the rise of Japan and Thailand, we discuss where couples are heading for their dream honeymoons. The Etiquette Evolution: We tackle the tough questions: Are QR codes for cash gifts okay? And is the handwritten thank-you note officially a thing of the past? Whether you’re dreaming of a cliffside ceremony in Hawaii or wondering how to politely ask for honeymoon contributions, Sara Margulis brings the data and the heart to help you plan with confidence. Need your dish fix? Visit theweddingdishpodcast.com! This episode is brought to you by... Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot. District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease! 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly. Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount) Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.