. Your
honeymoon is probably the pinnacle of the whole wedding experience. A reward which you and your partner richly
deserve after the trials and tribulations of planning and organizing it
all. Probably
the best advice to give regarding the honeymoon is to plan well in advance
and to research your chosen destination thoroughly.
Decide
on what type of honeymoon you both want, if you aren't constrained by
available finance then the available choice's are staggering.
Usually it is
the budget that decides the destination in the end, decide on a budget
and don't forget the many hidden expanses like sightseeing trips, souvenirs,bar
bills, car rental etc.
Visit
our honeymoon and holiday destinations
page there are many honeymoon packages and special deals available if
you book early.
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Four
TSix
Months.
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Book
your tickets with your chosen travel
agent or travel company, be sure you are getting any special package deals
or honeymoon discounts. When booking your hotel room specify your exact
requirements, with all bookings get a confirmation slip or number.
Keep
all the paper work relating to bookings Esc in a folder, and make a list
of all the relevant telephone numbers, airlines, hotels Esc, you could
enter these into your mobile phone.
Find
out what vaccinations you will require for you chosen destination, contact
your doctor and he or she will advise what you require and when it is
best administered. Also ask you doctors advise as to medication to take
with you.
If
you destination isn't all inclusive you should book a rental car, if you
think it will be necessary.
If
you are going foreign perhaps you should get a phrase book, or take a
short language course.
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Three
Months.
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Check
that your passport is valid, don't forget that the name on you ticket must
match that of your passport, so make sure that the brides maiden name is
on the ticket.
If
your destination requires a visa apply for it now.
Confirm
your reservations with the airlines, and make any special arrangements. |
Two
Months.
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If
you need new traveling luggage purchase it now, along with electric adapters,
batteries etc.
Find out what voltage your
chosen location use, for your razor or laptop Esc, most appliances are universal,
better check this out anyway. |
One
Month.
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Make
certain all money matters are in order. Be sure your credit cards are
valid and that you will have enough cash or traveler's checks on hand . Stop
by the bank and purchase some currency of the country you'll be visiting.
It's always useful to have the right money on hand when you arrive.
Confirm all reservations. Contact
the places you'll be staying to make any necessary reservations for
dinners, tee times, tours, special events, etc. Prepare
an itinerary for your trip (be sure to include phone numbers of where
you'll be staying) and give a copy to a friend or relative in case of
emergency. Start thinking about your packing
list. Make sure all your bills are current.
If you will be away longer than a month, you can arrange for prepayment
of most bills. If you have a pet, make
arrangements for its care during your time away. Ask
a friend to stop by and water your plants and pick up your mail.
Make arrangements for wedding gifts to be delivered
to a place other than your home during the time you'll be away (a relative's
place might be the best idea)
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Two
Weeks.
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If
you are using a travel agent, pick up your tickets and confirm that all
plans are in order. If you plan to use traveler's
checks and haven't purchased them yet, now is a good time to do so. Copy
down the check numbers and keep them separate from the checks. Make
a copy of your passport and keep it separate from your original document. |
One
Week.
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Pack
your carryon bag. Include reading materials, your toiletries, any medication you might need, and a change
of clothes in case your luggage goes astray. If
you want to have your mail and newspapers held, make arrangements now.
Ask a friend or neighbor to check on your home in case
stray wedding presents are delivered while you're gone. Pack
thank-you notes and your address list so you can write notes on the plane. |
Three
Days.
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Make
a final confirmation of all reservations, especially if you are planning
an overseas flight. Buy reading materials for the flight.
Finalize plans on how you'll get to and from
the airport. |
Day
Of Departure.
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If
you are leaving on the day of your wedding, have one of your attendants
call the airline and confirm flight times before you leave for
the airport. Be sure all of your tickets and
travel documents are easily accessible in your carryon bag. Plan
to arrive at the airport early. Most airlines ask that passengers check
in one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours for overseas flights.
When checking in, mention to the ticket agent
that you are leaving on your honeymoon. You may get an upgrade or even some
special
Relax and have a wonderful,
romantic vacation. |