> At a Glance
> – A 25-year-old woman booked her dream Cyprus venue despite her future sister-in-law claiming exclusive rights
> – The sister-in-law is not engaged but says the couple is “not allowed” to reserve the location
> – The bride now debates whether to send a save-the-date to the upset relative
> – Why it matters: Family tensions over wedding planning decisions highlight how venue choices can spark lasting rifts
A destination wedding meant to honor a late father has instead ignited a family feud over venue ownership, leaving one bride questioning whether to invite her fiancé’s sister at all.
The Cyprus Connection
The couple chose Cyprus because the groom’s father died there suddenly while on holiday last year. They view the location as a way for him to feel closer to his dad on the wedding day.
After getting engaged in June, the pair started planning immediately. They narrowed their search to three venues:
- One required too many guests (minimum exceeded their 20-person guest list)
- One had no availability on any preferred dates plus emerging red flags
- One-the sister-in-law’s favorite-was declared off-limits by her
The Objection
The 28-year-old sister-in-law, who has dated her boyfriend for five years without an engagement, insists the couple cannot book her preferred venue. She claims she also wants to marry in Cyprus for the same sentimental reason.
After extensive deliberation, the couple reserved the contested venue. They reasoned that two weddings could share a location yet remain unique.
The sister-in-law responded by declaring she wouldn’t attend and accusing the couple of prioritizing a building over family.
Current Fallout
Communication has collapsed since the dispute:
- She skipped the engagement celebration
- She either ignores or leaves family gatherings when the couple arrives
- She insists they have “ruined” her future wedding
Now the bride faces a dilemma: send a save-the-date and risk drama, or exclude her and fracture the family further.
Reddit commenters offered mixed advice:
> “It’s your wedding. You using the venue doesn’t prevent her from using it.”
> “Everyone sucks here… There’s nowhere else to get married?”
> “Let it be her decision if she wants to go or not.”
Key Takeaways
- Limited venue options forced the couple’s final choice despite objections
- The sister-in-law is not engaged, making her claim speculative
- Not inviting her could create permanent family tension
- Inviting her risks potential disruption on the wedding day
The bride must now weigh her dream location against long-term family harmony.
