How to Plan the Honeymoon of Your Dreams
You’ve spent months planning your wedding, but what you're most looking forward to is the honeymoon: a chance to get away and relax with the one you love. But your honeymoon requires planning too! What should you do before taking that first step into married life?
After all, not every couple wants the same things out of their time off from work. Some want a relaxing beach trip while others prefer adventure and excitement in new places - even if it means dealing with jetlag! So take these steps to help plan the perfect honeymoon for YOU.
Let your imagination run wild.
Where will you honeymoon? There are so many places to choose from, but finding the perfect destination is not as daunting as it may seem. To start, sit down and talk with your fiancé about where the both of you would like to go. Think outside the box for ideas; there are plenty of possibilities!
Sit down with your partner and make a list of all your favorite destinations. You can narrow it down later based on what type of environment you’d prefer - maybe one that is relaxing or active. The first step is just to write everything off the top of your head so don't restrict yourself in any way!
Determine your priorities.
What are you hoping for? What do you want to remember? Imagine recording every moment on your honeymoon. What would make it perfect in your eyes?
Crunch the numbers.
Once you’ve determined what you and your fiancé want out of your honeymoon, figure out your budget and other details, like how much time both of you can take off from work. If you need a little help with reaching your financial goal, consider setting up a honeymoon fund and asking guests to contribute instead of purchasing wedding gifts. And be sure to take advantage of any airline miles or hotel points that can help reduce costs!
Take time to reevaluate.
Go back to your list of vacation spots and look at the options with your budget and timeframe in mind. Which idea works best for your situation? Cross off any options that don’t meet your vision of your honeymoon or that don’t work with your budget. This may mean saying goodbye to some dreams, but there are always anniversary trips to plan in the future!
Choose the top contenders.
Make sure that you pick two or three destinations that either one of you would love. Start gathering information on hotels, restaurants, and activities by checking out reviews online and on social media, talking to friends who are frequent travelers, or making a list of recommendations from other people. Make sure that before deciding where to go for your honeymoon you know which place is best for both of your interests as well as what type of things will be available when planning an itinerary together.
Consider asking for help.
Planning a honeymoon can be a challenge, especially if you are not used to it. Knowing how much time your partner and yourself commit to planning this trip will save you stress in the long run. Working with an experienced travel agent will make sure all of your plans are booked and put your mind at ease when it comes to your honeymoon vacation. They can also help make the process more fun!
Make your decision and book.
Choose from your top potential honeymoon destinations and pick a place you and your fiancé are both excited about. Whether with a travel agent or on your own, book all your flights and hotels for your trip. Plan to have everything booked at least three months before your departure, both to help secure the best prices and to ease the stress of planning.
Final Points
Update your passport and talk to your doctor about immunizations if you’re traveling internationally.
Enjoy your wedding day and prepare for a relaxing, fun honeymoon with your love!
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