Tips For Planning Your Honeymoon

While all-inclusive resorts can be a good option for some, they also the pose the dilemma of being impersonal. Some couples arrive to find dozens of other newlyweds who had also tied the knot on their same date. That tends to put a damper on "look at me, I'm the bride".

What are couples today looking for on a honeymoon?
Today's couples are still looking to accommodate the basic ideas of a honeymoon: relaxation, romance, and simplicity. Yet they are trying to be adventurous, eco-friendly, and giving. What couples need to remember is that their honeymoon, excluding their wedding, is the first experience they share together as a married couple. Some couples are taking this to heart and are signing up for a week of volunteering and then traveling around their location for another week. Other couples are throwing in the towel on relaxing and are planning an 8-10 day adventure style vacation in remote mountain or jungle areas. For the green lovers there are new lines of luxurious green and eco-friendly boutique hotels.

What are some of the advantages for couples in getting off the beaten path?
The best part about taking a risk and trying something new for your honeymoon is that it makes the couple immerse themselves into a new culture and lifestyle. They can experience parts of a culture and location through staying in a small remote town, dining at the local hangout without getting stuck in a tourist trap, and staying at a five star family run hotel. Meeting up with a translator or hiring a local guide or college student for a day of local fare can definitely make your travels worthwhile. If you like the off-the-beaten-path style, make sure you steer clear of the big chain hotels and research the small boutique or bed and breakfasts instead. You will get more personal attention while vacationing like a local. Trust me, there are still amazing family-run small five-star accommodations out there to keep the luxuries and romance going throughout this style of honeymoon.

What are today's hottest trends in travel?
A new trend in honeymoon travel is still staying true to the simplicity of an all-inclusive experience yet with a 5-star location with all the amenities. There is a new twist that introduces eco-adventure all-inclusive lodges. They are normally set in remote locations, and include all meals, lodging and an array of activities. The couple will still experience the 'community' like feel of an all inclusive on a smaller scale and not only limited to honeymooners. This style of travel can be perfect for the luxurious and stylish travel duo to the rough wilderness and nature lovers. Some of the lodges are eco-friendly and include very healthy gourmet meals. Adventures such as canopy tours, river rafting, deep sea fishing and rock climbing can all be included based on locations. They pride themselves on making your trip an “experience” in a beautiful natural environment and not just a vacation.

If you're planning your honeymoon, make sure it's special and uniquely you. Boutique travel firms are a great resource for planning your wedding finale and the peace of mind knowing everything is on schedule is invaluable.

Here are some of the most common tips that go a long way in making your honeymoon a most enjoyable and memorable experience.

- Always to book a double bed room in the hotel
You may laugh, but it's important when reserving hotels, especially abroad, and crucial if you are going on a cruise.

- Avoid making reservations for an early departure the morning after your wedding
If you're planning an evening reception, you can be sure you're not going to bed early on your wedding night. A later flight or train reservation may save you from walking bleary-eyed through the airport or the railway station..

- Don't skimp on your accommodations
Maybe on other trips, but not a honeymoon. The ambience of your accommodation could be the single most important aspect of your honeymoon trip as most of the couples tend to spend max. time there. Even if you think you won't spend much time in your room, you'll be sorry if your accommodations are not special.

- Set a honeymoon budget
Before you go, agree about what you'll splurge on and where you'll skimp to avoid any possible money hassles en route. (Click here for our honeymoon budget planner).

- Both of you should be involved in planning
After all, this honeymoon is for both of you. If one of you does all the work, he/she'll feel guilty if things don't go perfectly. If you don't take part in the planning, you'll probably end up dissatisfied.

- Don't ignore cost-saving travel packages
Talk to a travel agent. Many packages will allow you to have all the frills you want...and save you money.

- Plan to spend some time away from each other doing separate things
You'll both be happier if you plan one or two separate activities on your honeymoon....and think how much fun you'll have sharing your experiences with each other.

- Don't Keep mum about being honeymooners
Don't be bashful...especially with hotels, cruise lines, restaurants...Tell them when you make your reservations and you're likely to enjoy special treatment.

- Don't rely too much on friends and family
Ask for recommendations from friends and family, but don't let yourselves be overly influenced. Do your own thing. It's your honeymoon afterall.

- Consult with a travel agent
A capable agent will help you plan a honeymoon that's right for the two of you-- at a price you can afford.

BE AS SPECIFIC AS YOU CAN WHEN BOOKING YOUR TRIP

- Outline your needs and interests to the Travel Agent.
- Specify what size bed you want. King? Queen?
- Ask for the airline seats, rail coupe , cruise ship cabins and/or type of room you want.
- Learn how you will be getting to your hotel from the airline or railway station
- Specify the time of day you would like to leave.

GET INFORMATION ON WHAT THERE IS TO SEE AND DO IN YOUR DESTINATION BEFORE YOU GO

- Call local Tourist Boards for brochures and information on the most romantic restaurants, the most exciting things to see and do, etc. Most of the tourism boards have offices in Delhi.

USE THESE TO MAKE A THEORETICAL PLAN FOR ONE OR TWO DAYS
- A typical plan might include:
- Leisurely breakfast in bed
- Morning to afternoon city tours
- Late afternoon nap
- Evening free
- Dinner at a restaurant that serves under the stars at the water's edge

CHECK WITH FRIENDS AND FAMILY ABOUT MOST ROMANTIC RESTAURANTS, THINGS TO SEE AND DO

FIND OUT HOW FAR AWAY YOUR HOTEL IS FROM DOWNTOWN. READ ABOUT YOUR DESTINATION IN A GUIDEBOOK

- You'll end up having a gorgeous sun rise breakfast at one of the island's prettiest hotels, finding the perfect hideaway beach, starting off with just the right store on your shopping spree; dining in the most beautiful restaurants and dancing in a place with a knockout view!

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