Your Dream Honeymoon Tips

Once You've Said 'Yes'... The Journey Begins! Including the much-needed respite of the honeymoon. For most couples, this is a truly special trip – the first long, exotic holiday together and the start of their new lives as a married couple. Naturally, you want it to be perfect. Unfortunately, a few simple mistakes could mar your dream trip. But I don’t want that – I want you to have the time of your lives. Here are my top 5 tips for planning the perfect honeymoon, tailored to your tastes. CHECK THE WEATHER BEFORE YOU BOOK If you’ve been dreaming of a winter wedding followed by a glorious beach honeymoon, some careful planning is essential. Despite some destinations seeming ‘always sunny’, many have wet seasons, hurricane seasons, and harsh winters that could spoil your ideal sunny getaway. If you enjoy rain, that’s fine, but it’s always worth researching to ensure your expectations match reality. So before booking your February honeymoon to Mauritius, remember to check the weather and avoid cyclone season! USE A TRUSTED TRAVEL AGENT With a wedding to plan, the honeymoon often becomes an afterthought for busy couples. However, your honeymoon is one of the most special holidays you will ever have, so it should be memorable. Using a trusted travel agent grants you access to hidden perks like complimentary champagne, fruit platters, spa access, and romantic dining experiences. Additionally, your Travel Agent will have direct contact with a wide range of hotels offering fantastic benefits packages for honeymooning couples, allowing you to enjoy 5-star treatment at a fraction of the cost. Another advantage of using a trusted travel agent is complete peace of mind. I can fully tailor your honeymoon experience and handle all the little details – like luggage, seat reservations, car transfers, and hotel bookings – so you can enjoy a stress-free, seamless honeymoon from start to finish. ASK FOR CONTRIBUTIONS If you’re longing for a particular honeymoon but your budget won’t quite stretch, consider a honeymoon gift list. Honeymoon contributions as wedding gifts have grown in popularity over the past few years, especially as most couples already live together before marrying. This makes traditional wedding gifts like linens and china less relevant. Instead, ask your wedding guests to help create the perfect honeymoon. With my service, you have access to a unique gift registry that simplifies managing donations. Guests can purchase specific activities for you or simply contribute funds. Our registry services include a web page for uploading photos and messages, as well as all the stationery needed to request and thank your guests for their contributions. READ TRUSTED REVIEWS It’s disheartening to say, but many people fall victim to fake reviews on their holidays. While your local pub might not hire reputation management companies, hotels and major attractions often do, with thousands of pounds at stake. Trip Advisor, for instance, lost a legal case over fraudulent marketing and had to remove ‘honest’ and ‘trustworthy’ from their branding after awarding a Travellers’ Choice Award to a hotel in Tunisia that had been closed for over six months following a tragic event. To avoid such pitfalls, consult a trusted travel agent. As a franchise owner of Travel Counsellors, I have access to millions of verified hotel reviews worldwide, ensuring you read real stories from real clients. BUDGET, BUDGET, BUDGET! Like the wedding, the honeymoon budget can easily spiral out of control. It’s crucial to set a realistic budget for your honeymoon. From there, you can devise a savings plan, determine how much to pay off in advance, and decide if you want guests to contribute. Establishing a budget helps prevent overspending and last-minute cutbacks on other wedding elements. It also stops you from dipping into the honeymoon fund if wedding costs exceed your budget, ensuring you can still afford that wonderful 10-day trip. Above all, planning the perfect honeymoon means staying true to yourselves. There is no one-size-fits-all honeymoon; this once-in-a-lifetime trip should celebrate everything that makes your marriage unique. As a Travel Counsellor, I love helping each couple create their ideal honeymoon – whether it’s swimming in clear blue oceans, a safari or watching the Northern Lights together. With my network of contacts and knowledge of luxury travel worldwide, I can help plan the perfect honeymoon for you. For more information or to start planning the most exciting getaway of your life, get in touch. I look forward to hearing from you!