Registrant's Frequently Asked Questions

Did you recently create a gift or travel registry or consider making one for an upcoming event? Here are some of the more common questions our registrants ask.

What is a Celebration Wishes gift registry?

Celebration Wishes allows you to register for events, experiences, & adventures with gifts such as accommodation upgrades, spa treatments, dinners, or zip lining!

How does this Celebration Registry work?

• Sign up and register for free in about 5 minutes. Start Here
• Select from various experiences or create your own gifts!
• Share your event and registry with friends and family.
• Receive your gift funds how you want and when you want so you can enjoy the celebration of a lifetime.

Why should we use CelebrationWishes.com?

Celebration Wishes provides the only full service Celebration Registry where Guests can give you an experience or part of your celebration. We provide live customer service through our toll free number to help you, friends and family that need assistance (just in case they are not computer savvy or just want to talk to a real person!).

• You can withdraw your gift monies or request gift cards anytime as many times as you like!
• We are the ONLY PCI compliant online Celebration Registry to ensure your friends and families money and information are secure.
• You can book travel through whomever you would like, or use one of our 40,000+ travel agent partners.
• You can choose from our pre-made registry templates or create your own items with a choice of over 400 photos.
• We have the most extensive list of hotel partners, gift choices and extras like personal websites.
• You can have the celebration you have always wished for all presented in a fun and tasteful design to your guests.

When will we receive gift funds from this Celebration Registry?

It’s free to sign-up and register with Celebration Wishes. Based on the method you choose to request your funds, we may charge a small service and handling fee. This is in order to maintain the convenience of a full-service registry, live customer service, and the highest levels of security, encryption and insurance. This is often less than the shipping, taxes, and gift-wrapping charges of traditional registries. Plus, there is no hassle or embarrassment of returning or exchanging unwanted gifts!

Unlike other registry sites, there are no hidden fees and we guarantee a spam-free experience. Anyone using a credit card to purchase a gift will be charged the commercial standard.

How do we notify our guests about the Celebration Wishes registry and personal website?

We provide:

Downloadable announcements to print

An email announcement wizard

A personal website

A full online photo album

A blog

A share tool to post your registry on Facebook, Twitter and other social media sites

Make sure your family and friends know how special this celebration is to you, ask them if they would suggest the Celebration Registry when guests ask what to get you. Remember that your guests really want to get you something you truly want and will remember forever.

What is a Personal Website?

It’s 100% free and easy to set up! Simply pick a theme, add your photos and info, then share with friends and family. You can also use our free RSVP tool and event pages. Sign up now to begin building your website!

Learn more about your free personal website tool here: Personal Website

What if some of my guests aren't that computer friendly?

No problem! Our customer service representatives are always happy to help and will take orders for your celebration registry over the phone. It is part of the outstanding customer service that we offer and part of what makes us the premiere Celebration Registry. Our toll free phone number is found on every page of the Celebration Registry site 1-800-801-3493.

Does Celebration Wishes book the experiences and activities for me?

We give you the freedom to choose the venue, company and supplier, which means we don’t book anything. If your supplier requires you to book in a certain manner, we will notify you online under "Notes" and send you an email once the item is purchased for you with booking instructions.

How will I know how much to ask for?

When you set up your Celebration Wishes registry, we suggest gift amounts for each experience per person per area. However, you’re free to ask for whatever you’d like and can break down the amounts any way you choose. For example, if an item costs $200.00, you may choose to ask for "2 gifts of $100.00" or "4 gifts of $50.00," etc.

NOTE: Prices vary by location, availability and are subject to change without notice.

How am I notified of a purchase from my Celebration Wishes gift registry?

We send you an email to view your "Gift Announcement" filled out by your guests. You can also log onto your account at any time and go to "View Gifts" for details.

When will the Celebration Wishes registry be active? When will my Celebration Registry close?

Guests can view and give you a gift starting the first day you set up your Celebration Wishes registry. Your gift registry will remain active until you would like to delete it.

What if we don't know where we are going but want to use the Celebration Registry?

If you have not booked your event yet and are not sure where you are going or holding the event, we suggest setting up the registry as "Undecided" or "It's a Surprise!" You can always change this to the specific location for your celebration later. You can still list your wishes in a general way while you are planning.

Can I use this gift registry if I am not from the US?

Yes, absolutely! All amounts will remain listed in US$. There are alternative methods of payment via eGift Cards.

Can I use this site for my Honeymoon, Anniversary, Birthday or Graduation Celebration?

Yes! This is the registry and planning site for any occasion.

Can we set this up for a registrant as a surprise?

Yes, you can set this up for someone else as a surprise. However, it is very important to notify our office of all the details. Please email specific details of your situation along with your contact information to service@celebrationwishes.com.

Who manages this Celebration Registry site? Are you a secure company?

Celebration Wishes provides all support and software for this Celebration Registry, our site Honeymoon Wishes has served over 1,000,000+ wedding couples since 2003. We are also very proud to be the Celebration Registry chosen by world-renowned travel and leisure companies to provide their gift registry software. We have been selected as the registry for over 40,000+ travel agents in the United States. We are tested every day for security by Go Daddy, are the only PCI compliant Celebration Registry, have an A+ Better Business Bureau rating and are a California Corporation. We are happy to speak with you if you have any questions.

How do I make changes?

To make changes or learn how to manage your registry click here: How It Works