1. Don't let Aunt Mary or Gram plan your honeymoon. Sure they may be well traveled, but do they really understand what a young couple is looking for in a honeymoon? We know both of you are busy with the wedding planning but what they may suggest is more to their tastes then yours or their idea of what a honeymoon should be(we won't even touch how long ago that was). Even if mom or dad are offering to pay are their favorites what you and your fiance are looking for?
Do realize your relatives don't live your lifestyle It maybe that you are finding this out during the planning process, pressure to register for a whole lot of stuff you already have or don't want. How about setting up a honeymoon registry instead? We can sit down and find the perfect trip for both of you and just send mom & dad the bill if they have offered to pay.
2. Don't automatically jump on that offer of a free honeymoon aka Timeshare gift You may have a relative that may want to "gift" you their timeshare week for your honeymoon. Is it in a location you want to go? Do realize that there is usually no room service or maid service included and may have limited amenities on site. Plus since most timeshares have multi bedroom units they are a favorite with families. I'm very familiar with timeshares, they work great for family travel but would not be my first choice for a honeymoon.
Do remember this is YOUR honeymoon plan the trip you have dreamed of not settle for the one you are given. You don't want to look back and regret your decision..
3 Fastest route to a honeymoon disaster-just book the cheapest option
There are reasons why there are such differences in pricing at resorts. Level of service, room categories, dining options, quality of food and atmosphere of the resort/ship.
Do remember you get what you pay for. That low cost resort may only have buffet service for all meals, not conducive for romantic dinners. Plus they are usually not adult only so you may find yourself surrounded by kids. Again not very romantic. I highlight the contrast between prices vs features so you can understand why I have recommended certain resorts that will make you both happy.
4.Don't be a copy cat Sure you maybe great friends, but does your friends have the same ideas of what your honeymoon should be and they may have had a different budget than you. I would hate to send you to a "party resort", when both of you want somewhere more quiet to decompress from the wedding planning and the stress of your jobs?
Do realize picking a honeymoon destination is a very personal decision based on many factors and the best way to get your perfect trip is to sit down and discuss your preferences. If they are similar no problem considering their resort.
5. Don't fall in love with pictures Sexy brochure pictures don't always tell the tale of a location or resort.
Do consider Photoshop is not just used by Kim Kardashian Pictures do not tell you if a location has been hit by a storm, political unrest or change in resort ownership. Or if it's a new resort will it open on time for your honeymoon. As a travel professional it's part of my job to visit resorts and keep up to date on what is going on.
6. Don't fall into that it's the Groom's job to book the honeymoon Well maybe way back in the day, but today it should be a joint decision because it's" we "not just" me" now. You would be surprised at the almost opposite views of what women & men want from a honeymoon I see in industry reports. If you want to surprise your fiance, I would suggest an interview so we can get an idea of what lights up her face and then we can go from there.
Do remember this is the start of your life together the honeymoon needs to fit both of your wants & desires. By sitting down together we can discuss options and create the right honeymoon for both of you.
7. Don't ignore your style of living when planning your honeymoon. Part of my interview process is to discover how you have traveled in the past, what are your interests along with what you have in mind for this trip. Then I can look at your "projected" honeymoon budget and let you know that it is realistic or not.
Do remember that your honeymoon will be a disappointment if you don't consider your lifestyle when making a decision. You can't get a Mercedes for Ford pricing. Smart couples pick the location that fits their style of living and pay the price.
8. Don't fall into the DIY trap, sure you are both busy with your jobs & planning a wedding and really don't realize that there are travel professionals that want you to have the perfect honeymoon that fits your dream & budget. Why? because I love planning trips so you can just pack your bags and go. Plus I give you personal service you will not get from hugeonlineagency.com. This is such an important milestone in your life to just click on the buy button.
Do work with a travel professional, not only do you get my expert advise on locations,best times to visit said locations & give you options if you have worked through a big chunk of your vacation time planning the wedding(think mini moon, then the full honeymoon at a later date) or a short lesson in geography & logistics, Hawaii from the Midwest for 5 days is not a good idea. Plus you have an advocate to call if something goes wrong. Spending a Saturday trying to re route clients because of a FAA computer malfunction is part of my job and my clients were thrilled that I got them re-booked and home the same day. And the cherry on top? My services are free to you!
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