When planning a wedding, a lot of work, time and money go into everything from the ceremony to the dress. But let’s not forget to think about the honeymoon! Like any vacation, a honeymoon can be an expensive getaway, but it doesn’t have to be. Here are a few secrets for planning a great honeymoon while staying within your means.
Set a Budget
With any big event, you should put some serious thought into your honeymoon budget before you even start looking. It’s important that you understand how much you want to spend, and how much you can spend, on your honeymoon so that you don’t overboard. While your vacation should be memorable, it shouldn’t leave you stressed and broke. So set a budget and stick to it.
Create a List
Once you have an idea of what you’re willing to spend, start brainstorming with your fiance about the specific things you want to do. Do you want to spend your time on the beach" Do you want to get pampered at the spa" Or do you want to go on an adventure" Make sure you’re both on the same page so that when it comes time to look at your options, you’ll have a clear idea of your itinerary, but you should know this up front. This can also help you stay on budget and not get side-tracked by all of the extras vacation destinations have to offer.
Honeymoon Registry
Interestingly, there are registry services that allow your wedding guests to contribute to your honeymoon. How this works is simple: some t...