- Do we want to pack bathing suits and flip flops or parkas and ski pants?
- Do we want to sit back and relax or explore the rugged terrain?
- Are restaurants important or will we be relying on room service?
- Do we want to splurge and go for daily spa treatments at the Ritz or backpack our way through Tuscany?
- Does it matter if the only cultural venue is a wax museum?
- Do I want to work on my tan or lock myself in the cabin with my honey?
- Do we want lounge chairs on the upper deck next to the Schwinn family reunion or do we want our only companion for the week to be Igor, the iguana who suns himself on our patio?
Once you’ve had a few conversations and narrowed down the possibilities, it’s probably a good idea to search out a honeymoon specialist and talk to him/her about your desires. You may also want to do a little homework on the internet first so that you have some idea about prices and possibilities. You don’t want to start talking about Maui when your budget is talking about Newark.
It’s also a good idea to start planning early so you can stretch out the costs. Pay deposits up front and early to get them out of the way. Also — pay on a credit card so that you can accrue frequent flyer miles or other perks.
If you’re traveling abroad, be sure that your passport is up to date and accessible. Don’t just think about where it is, go find it and look at it. Check the expiration date again and again! Also — be sure to ask your travel agent if there is a need for any vaccinations.
For your own peace of mind, you may want to consider traveler’s insurance — probably a good idea if you’ve booked a cruise in the middle of hurricane season.
Once you’ve booked your air, hotel, etc., focus on the activities you’d like to take part in once you’ve arrived and book them as well. If there’s a particular restaurant you want to experience, go ahead and book the reservation so you don’t have to think about it later. If you need tickets to a show or museum, purchase them in advance.
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