Destination Weddings And Honeymoons

Your honeymoon is a once-in-a-lifetime trip.  You can make it as adventurous or as relaxing as you want it to be. Although the internet allows for individual planning, you still may want to consider using a travel agent.   Why spend hours researching on the web when the expert assistance of your travel agent can help narrow down your choices and provide you with the royal treatment you deserve?  We can save you time and money, and we have your best interests at heart.

It’s important to plan well and make your decisions together. Following these tips will help you experience a romantic honeymoon extraordinaire!

• When choosing your destination, ensure both of you note your preferences of activities.  Each make a list and compare them to ensure you both have what you want.  Utilizing the questionnaire at the end may help with this task.
• If you chose an international destination, make sure your passports are valid and in order.  If you need to apply, plan well in advance—at least two to three months   Some Asian, African, and Latin American destinations require immunizations.  Ensure your “shot” record is up to date.  Your travel agent can assist with this.
• Don’t short change your honeymoon.  This incomparable trip is your dream vacation.  Make it special! Make it memorable!
• Packing can sometimes be a challenging undertaking.  Depending on your destination, make sure your clothes are appropriate for the weather.   Be sure to pack health and medical supplies too, especially sun screen, after-burn lotion, band aids, headache medicine, and any prescription medication in your carry-on bag.  Don’t forget your beach towel for the beach or your parka for the snow.   Make a list and check it twice.
• Protect your valuables both in your room and on your person.  Do use the safe in your room.  Be mindful of your surroundings and the people around you.   Be aware.
• As Murphy’s Law can attest, the best laid plans may go awry.  Be flexible and in good spirits. A good attitude will go a long way to smooth a rocky road.    Honeymooners using a travel agent experience fewer problems.

For an even more romantic adventure, you may want to consider getting married in your preferred destination.  Your travel agent andspecific resorts can help you plan the perfect wedding.

QUESTIONNAIRE

Answer the following questions to help determine your preferences.   Stay focused and prepare for compromise.  Bear in mind that you will have many years to take other vacations to do all you want to do.   This will help your travel agent plan exactly what you want.

1. I would like to take our honeymoon:

• Right after the reception
• Within a few days
• After several months
• The following year

2. The amount of money I would like to spend is:

• Under $2,000
• $2,000 – $3,000
• $3,000 – $4,000
• $4,000 – $5,000
• $5,000 – $7,500
• 7,500 +

3. I would like our honeymoon to last:

• A weekend
• A week
• Two weeks
• More than 2 weeks

4. My preferred honeymoon environment:

• Beach
• City
• Cruise ship
• Desert
• Lake
• Mountains
• River

5. My preferred locations are:

• Africa
• Asia
• Canada
• Caribbean
• Europe
• Hawaii
• Mexico
• Latin America
• South Pacific
• United States

6. My ideal hotel is:

• Secluded
• Small with a few rooms or villas
• Large with a lot of amenities
• All-inclusive
• Couples or adults only (no children)
• In the heart of the city
• Close to nightclubs or entertainment

7. My preferred activities are:

• Art appreciation
• Boating
• Fishing
• Golf
• Hiking
• Kayaking
• Scuba diving
• Shopping
• Sight seeing
• Skiing / Snowboarding
• Snorkeling
• Spa treatments
• Swimming
• Tennis

8. Most of our meals will be from:

• ive local restaurants
• Room service or resort food
• All-inclusive package with resort food
• Fine dining

9. At night, I would like to:

• Listen to live music and dancing
• Take long walks in the moonlight
• Stay in with a movie