There are a lot of expectations for brides and grooms, and one of the biggest expectations is a flashy, fancy honeymoon.
It’s easy to get over-excited about planning your destination wedding and honeymoon, but sometimes it can be hard to plan.
Honeymoons Are a Once in a Lifetime Event
A honeymoon is a special time for couples to get away from their busy day-to-day lives and focus on each other.
Whether it’s traveling the world or staying local, here are our best tips for making the most of your honeymoon.
1. Plan: Make Sure You Have All the Required Documents
A honeymoon is a once-in-a-lifetime trip, so do your research and find the perfect place to go.
Find out what paperwork you need, what you need to pack, and if you need to book tickets in advance.
If you’re visiting New York, for example, you should book your empire state building tickets and Statue of Liberty tickets in advance to avoid the disappointment of not being able to go.
2. Get Organized: Create a Budget
Your honeymoon budget is one of the most important parts of planning your trip.
The cost of a honeymoon can vary based on where you go.
Do a little research to find out your ideal honeymoon destination, and then take the time to figure out how much that costs per day with all the extras (flights, rental car, food options).
Once you know that, you can start working on how much you’re comfortable spending for your honeymoon.
3. Pack Smart: Bring Items That Will Be Both Comfortable and Romantic
You’re going to be spending a lot of time with your honey, so the last thing you want is to feel uncomfortable and sweaty.
Make sure when you pack for your honeymoon that you bring comfortable and romantic items. Opt for lightweight clothes, bring an extra pair of comfortable shoes, and make sure there’s an outfit or two in your bag that you can wear out at night.
4. Be Flexible: Things May Not Always Go as Planned (But That’s Part of the Adventure)
Things may go wrong, but you’ll always have your partner to help you.
Be flexible with your plans—there’s nothing wrong with having a backup plan.
5. Be Realistic: Budget for the Unexpected and Plan on Staying Longer (If Needed)
You should always plan for the unexpected when you’re on vacation or traveling.
Plan to budget for extra expenses like a car rental, a hotel room after your cruise lands, or even an unexpected flight delay.
6. Enjoy Each Other’s Company: This Is a Special Time
This isn’t the time to be running around as though you’re on a typical weekday. Take some time out to enjoy each other’s company and share many great memories.
It’s easy to get caught up in everything that needs to be done before your trip, so remember to turn off all your devices and plan activities that’ll cause you both to laugh and enjoy the moment.
Your honeymoon is a chance to make memories that will last a lifetime, so get out there and make them.