The short version
- Honeyfund is free, with no platform fee on gifts. Redeeming through its prepaid card or gift cards is free too.
- Zola cash funds have a 2.5% card fee, or turn on Venmo for zero fees.
- Traveler's Joy charges 2.95% on card gifts and runs a monthly draw that doubles one couple's gifts.
- Sandals adds a free honeymoon package for stays of 3+ nights within a year of the wedding.
A honeymoon registry lets guests chip in toward flights, dinners and experiences instead of buying another serving bowl. The catch is fees, which can quietly take a few percent off every gift. Here's how to set up a honeymoon registry in 2026 and keep fees low.
Honeyfund: free, with fee-free redemption
Honeyfund doesn't charge a platform fee for gifting. You can redeem gifts for free with its prepaid Mastercard or gift cards. PayPal, Venmo and bank transfers carry a third-party fee, which Honeyfund shows before you confirm.
Zola: honeymoon funds inside your main registry
If you're already using Zola for gifts, add as many honeymoon and cash funds as you like. Card gifts carry a 2.5% processing fee, and you choose whether you or your guests cover it. Turning on Venmo contributions means zero fees from Zola (Venmo charges guests 3% if they pay by credit card).
Traveler's Joy: a chance to double your gifts
Traveler's Joy is free to use, and cash, check or direct transfer gifts have no fee. Card gifts carry a 2.95% fee, which you can cover, split or pass to guests. Each month it doubles the gift balance of one registry with at least $250 in gifts and a wedding near the draw date.
Honeymoon perks worth claiming
Sandals adds sparkling wine, a special turndown and breakfast in bed for honeymooners who book 3+ nights within a year of the wedding. Register at least 30 days before you travel.
Frequently asked questions
Do honeymoon registries charge fees?
It depends. Honeyfund has no platform fee and free redemption via its prepaid card or gift cards. Zola charges 2.5% on card gifts unless you use Venmo, and Traveler's Joy charges 2.95% on card gifts.
Can I add a honeymoon fund to my Zola registry?
Yes. You can add unlimited honeymoon and cash funds to a Zola registry and choose whether you or your guests cover the 2.5% card fee, or turn on Venmo for zero Zola fees.
Is asking for honeymoon money okay?
Many couples do, especially if they already live together. A clear wedding website that explains what the fund is for helps guests feel good about giving.
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