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In-Laws Try To Gatecrash Newlyweds’ Honeymoon With Their Own Vacation, Bride Shuts It Down
Parents have a special talent for popping up at the most inconvenient moments, don’t they? Just when you think you’ve achieved full independence, there they are, inviting themselves into your plans like an overzealous GPS that refuses to reroute. And some parents take the cake, acting like their grown children are still five years old and need a chaperone for every life event.
For one Redditor, her future in-laws proved that personal space is just a suggestion, booking the same hotel at the same time as their honeymoon, leaving the bride-to-be in tears.
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Honeymoons should be about champagne, romance and sunsets, not for running into your in-laws at the breakfast buffet
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One bride-to-be refuses to spend her honeymoon at the same place where her in-laws plan their vacation, so she forces her husband to make his parents cancel their plans
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The bride is furious when her in-laws book the same place as their honeymoon destination, at the same time, so she demands her husband make them change their plans
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Netizens side with the woman, saying she is not a jerk for telling her husband to make his parents change their plans
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The woman posted an update saying her in-laws canceled their plans after her husband talked to them
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The woman’s family thinks she should apologize to her in-laws for the way she handled the situation
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The mother-in-law complains about her future daughter-in-law to her mother, saying she is hostile and doesn’t make an effort to be a part of the family
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The woman is angry with her mother-in-law for complaining about her to her mother, and plans to limit her contact with her after the honeymoon
Our bride-to-be spent months meticulously planning the dream honeymoon—a romantic, off-the-beaten-path destination, just for her and her new spouse, basking in post-wedding bliss. Then, surprise! The fiancé casually dropped the news that his parents, inspired by our bride’s excitement, booked a near-identical trip. Same place. Same hotel. Pretty much the same dates.
The bride was understandably livid when she found out that her in-laws had decided to tag along on what was supposed to be an intimate getaway. The excuse? It worked well into their plans. Because obviously, nothing screams romantic honeymoon like bumping into your mother-in-law at the breakfast buffet. But hey, at least they swore up and down they would stay out of the couple’s way. Yeah, I’m not sure about that.
And neither was our bride. Despite her fiancé’s reassurance that his parents wouldn’t interfere with their plans, she wasn’t convinced. For her, this wasn’t just a minor annoyance—it was a boundary issue, and honestly, a true romance-buster. So, she put her foot down and demanded her fiancé make them change their plans.
He pushed back at first, but after a heart-to-heart where she emphasized just how much this meant to her, he stepped up and handled it. Mission accomplished. The in-laws backed down, canceled their trip, and peace was restored; well, kind of.
Just when we thought the overstepping was over, the mother-in-law went full villain mode, complaining to the bride’s mom that she wasn’t making an effort to be part of the family. Excuse me? Since when does refusing to share a honeymoon equal family neglect?
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Some parents just can’t seem to understand the concept that their adult children have, well, grown up. The pros say that emotional dependence—when a parent leans on their child for companionship, validation, or even decision-making—can be tough to break. If a mother can’t loosen the grip, setting gentle but firm boundaries is key.
Encouraging parents to nurture their own interests, building independence through healthy distance, and reassuring them that a strong bond doesn’t require constant involvement can help ease the transition. Otherwise, you might find yourself with a permanent plus-one on every romantic getaway, and honestly, nobody wants that, no matter how much you want to have a good relationship with your in-laws.
In-law relationships can be a delicate dance between keeping the peace and maintaining personal space. The key? Mutual respect and clear expectations. Experts suggest focusing on small but meaningful gestures that create connection, like including in-laws in special moments but also reinforcing that a couple needs their own private time.
It’s all about balance: too much involvement, and you risk suffocation; too little, and you’re labeled the outsider. And let’s be honest, nobody wants to be the villain in the mother-in-law’s dramatic retelling of family history. So, being aware of what triggers you and talking openly with each other can help build that healthy connection with your in-laws.
And, if all else fails, remember that boundaries aren’t just for toddlers and pets—they’re essential in every adult relationship, too. Sometimes, a well-timed getaway to a secret, undisclosed location is the only solution.
So, what do you think? Was our bride right to demand the in-laws back off, or should she have just gone with the flow? Let’s hear it in the comments!
People in the comments say the woman did nothing wrong and she doesn’t owe her in-laws an apology
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Paul C 9 months ago
Booking to go to the same hotel as your child during their honeymoon is outrageously entitled. To me, it is utterly repugnant - I would never want to do that with my children. I do like the idea someone had of the apology to gratitude idea though. Might make a lifetime of future family events easier. And it's absolutely true - the OP is very glad her future in-laws have changed their booking. The boundary is still intact, but it shows respect for someone respecting that boundary (even if it did take beating their head into a brick wall for them to accept it). The velvet glove can be as effective as the iron fist sometimes.
Roberta Surprenant 9 months ago
Why the blow up over photos (checks story) which haven't been taken during a trip which hasn't happened yet? If the new husband chooses to share photos with HIS mother, let him.
Funhog 9 months ago
I read it as the MIL had asked for pictures to be sent to her during their honeymoon, which would not be fine.
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A girl 9 months ago
My brother booked his honeymoon at a boutique hotel near where we live. I booked my husband and I there the night of the wedding. I mentioned after I'd booked that I'd always wanted to stay there. Not that I'd booked, just that'd it would be cool He said he'd let me know about the experience after so we'd have his review. Didn't need to be said. He didn't want family there. Cool. Cancelled my reservation. No hard feelings. I'm glad I said something and I'm glad he was honest. All good.
Paul C 9 months ago
Booking to go to the same hotel as your child during their honeymoon is outrageously entitled. To me, it is utterly repugnant - I would never want to do that with my children. I do like the idea someone had of the apology to gratitude idea though. Might make a lifetime of future family events easier. And it's absolutely true - the OP is very glad her future in-laws have changed their booking. The boundary is still intact, but it shows respect for someone respecting that boundary (even if it did take beating their head into a brick wall for them to accept it). The velvet glove can be as effective as the iron fist sometimes.
Roberta Surprenant 9 months ago
Why the blow up over photos (checks story) which haven't been taken during a trip which hasn't happened yet? If the new husband chooses to share photos with HIS mother, let him.
Funhog 9 months ago
I read it as the MIL had asked for pictures to be sent to her during their honeymoon, which would not be fine.
Load More Replies... A girl 9 months ago
My brother booked his honeymoon at a boutique hotel near where we live. I booked my husband and I there the night of the wedding. I mentioned after I'd booked that I'd always wanted to stay there. Not that I'd booked, just that'd it would be cool He said he'd let me know about the experience after so we'd have his review. Didn't need to be said. He didn't want family there. Cool. Cancelled my reservation. No hard feelings. I'm glad I said something and I'm glad he was honest. All good.
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