Your honeymoon should be a time of pure bliss and unforgettable moments. Whether you’re jetting off to a tropical paradise or exploring a bustling city, ensuring everything goes smoothly is key to making the most of this special trip. Here are 10 essential tips to help you plan a honeymoon that’s as stress-free and enjoyable as possible.
Consider how much time you have
Is this a five-day trip? 10 days? Two weeks? If you’re travelling for seven days or less, try to head somewhere with a flight time under 6 or 7 hours. You don’t want to spend 20 percent of your vacation on a plane or at the airport.
Splurge a bit
This is your honeymoon – a once-in-a-lifetime trip! So, if that means spending a few extra bucks to upgrade your seats or gain access to the airport lounge, do it. Make this trip as luxurious and comfortable as you can. Oh, and if room service isn’t included, give it a try once or twice. You’ll be happy that you did.
Know that timing is everything
Before you book your honeymoon, take into account local weather conditions and high/low seasons of your destination. For example, if you have your heart set on a Caribbean vacay and you’re getting married mid-summer, consider postponing your getaway until the late fall or early winter when the rainy season has passed and there’s a lower risk of hurricanes. It’s still your honeymoon, just delayed a little bit. In the meantime, book a long honeymoon weekend getaway after the wedding to decompress and kill time before the big trip.
Create a balance of relaxation and activities
Being in a new place will mean you’ll want to do all the things, but you also need a break after the whirlwind of wedding planning. Knock a few things off your must-do list like ziplining, snorkelling or hiking a volcano, but make space in your schedule for lying around on the beach and getting a couples massage, too.
Don’t force the romance
Sure, your honeymoon is about celebrating your love, but it’s also just a trip to enjoy together. If you’re more about dive bars than candlelit dinners, then do you! You don’t need the sunset cruise if you’d rather be at a sporting event. Focus on what makes you happiest.
If you do want to focus on romance, it’s pretty easy
First of all, disconnect from your phone for a few hours and live in the moment. Take time to look at the stars. Have a midnight swim. Arrange to have a picnic in the sand. Share a bubble bath (with glasses of Champagne, of course). Hit the beach early to watch the sunrise and stay late to watch it set.
Know that you don’t have to be together every moment
If one partner wants to go golfing while the other visits a monkey sanctuary, feel free to go your own way. Just make sure you’re both on the same page when it comes to making separate plans.
Tell anyone that will listen that it’s your honeymoon
Being newlyweds often comes with a few perks. You could be upgraded to first class, have some treats or wine waiting for you in your room, or receive discounts or extra desserts at dinner, all just by telling airline, hotel and restaurant staff that you’re on your honeymoon. Sometimes, the perks are small, but you’ll appreciate each one.
Do all the logistical stuff
Get travel insurance. Be sure your passport is up to date. Get necessary travel visas and travel immunizations. Make copies of your passport, other IDs, and itinerary, leaving copies with a responsible person at home and bringing a set with you. Once all your boxes are checked, pack your bags. It’s time for your honeymoon.
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