Showing posts with label tips. Show all posts
Showing posts with label tips. Show all posts

Saturday, 23 January 2010

Bahamas Honeymoon - Tips to Save You Money

Ah, the honeymoon! Now we're talking. So many couples have told us that thoughts of the honeymoon is the only thing that kept them going through the stresses of the wedding preparations. Imagine leaving your city on a flight to Florida and then on to the island of your choice.

Many have chosen the Bahamas for their honeymoon destination. And for good reason. They are beautiful and not too far away, helping to keep the expense reasonable.

The Bahamas, twenty nine islands in all, are a country of English speaking people who know how to make tourists happy. It is one of their main means of commerce.

Bimini is the island closest to Florida. This island is called the gateway to the Bahamas. Grand Bahama you likely have heard is also called the Big Island. Other islands include Great Inagua, Andros Island, Cat Island, Long Island, and New Providence (where is located the capital city of Nassau).

The climate is subtropical or tropical and there has never been a report of freezing temperatures on the islands.

But now back to planning your Bahamas honeymoon. Should you decide to make a go of it here are some suggestions we've gathered from different sources.

One, you probably already know is a money saver for whenever you travel, is to go off-season if you can. That really depends on where you are going and what date your wedding is planned for. We have known some couples who have had their wedding and postponed their honeymoon for a later date. You may not want to do that but it is an idea. If you could fifty per cent you might talk yourself into it. You can also look at flying on the off days.

Second, look for the Bahama shoulder seasons for significant discounts. If you can honeymoon after Easter but before the summer gets geared up or between Thanksgiving and Christmas you can usually score some deals.

Third, fly Southwest Airlines to Florida if you can. Having worked the Southwest Airlines reservation center, we know that Southwest has great fares regularly. And we know that Southwest has flights to several cities in Florida.

Fourth, if you want to risk it, you can delay finalizing your plans until a great deal comes along. Look around for websites that offer last minutes deals. Could add a little excitement to your planning! But we would not think it would work well during the peak seasons.

Fifth, if you are having a Bahamas destination wedding, you can check to see if the airline you are using will give a discount for the number of seats you are booking.

Sixth, has there been a hurricane to hit the Bahamas in the recent past. Their misfortune could be your fortune. As they are rebuilding their business may be a good time to get a honeymoon bargain.

Seventh, you could try one of those bidding websites. We never have and feel uncomfortable not knowing what we are going to get, especially when traveling out of the country. But you may have good experiences with these sites and can give it a shot.

Eighth, you can find online a number of tour companies with various Bahamas honeymoon packages. These are always changing and we can only suggest that you look around to see what is offered and then be sure to check the fine print and any information about the quality of the company you are dealing with.

Now for the exciting part...actually planning your trip. And after it is all over, you can return home to begin your adventure as husband and wife.

Wednesday, 10 June 2009

Tips For Booking Your Honeymoon Package

Getting Married? Congratulations!


Part of the wedding planning process for many happy couples is to plan a honeymoon, which is a trip taken after the wedding. A honeymoon is usually just for the newly married couple, and allows for a romantic break after the hectic pre-wedding and wedding period.


Many resorts and vacation destinations offer special packages for honeymooners. These special offers can range from price incentives, to room upgrades to romantic little 'extras'. Such extras can include:


* A welcome gift in your room upon arrival. Possibly including champagne, fresh fruit, chocolates and/or flowers. Some hotels even offer these every day as part of their honeymoon packages.


* Complimentary daytrips such as excursions into a local town for shopping, a romantic boat ride or helicopter ride.


* Sports extras such as parasailing lessons, scuba lessons for two or horseback riding on the beach.


* Spa treatments for two, such as a couples massage or other body treatments, sometimes available in the privacy of your own room.


* Private meals served on your balcony or elsewhere within the resort complex. Some resorts will set up a romantic setting just for two of you right on the beach so you can revel in sunset dinner complete with champagne, flowers and butler service.


* Complimentary breakfast brought to your room each day or on your first morning.


When planning your honeymoon, be sure to mention the occasion so the travel agent booking your trip will secure any special offers available only to honeymooners at the destination of your choice. If you are calling and making reservations yourself, be sure and mention your newly-married status to the reservation agent. You may also find that there are deals on plane and hotel tickets combined for honeymooners - ask your travel agent .


Note that some hotels require proof of your recent marriage in order to honor their honeymoon incentives or gift offers.


Have a great time on your honeymoon!

Saturday, 7 February 2009

5 Honeymoon Money Saving Tips

The honeymoon will always be an important aspect in every wedding plan no matter how tight the budget is. While the wedding ceremony is the highlight of every relationship ending up in the altar, the couple will always look forward to the honeymoon.

Every newly- wedded couple will always feel the stress of wedding preparations. Even couples who are wise enough and who are capable of getting a wedding planner will not be exempt from the after- wedding desire to be stress- free. Thus, almost all couples will always consider their honeymoon the best part of getting married.

Honeymoon is a time to rest after all the wedding- related stress; it is a time to enjoy the company of each other away from the peering eyes of friends and relatives. It is a time for the couple to get to know each other better and intimately.

While majority of couples want their honeymoon to be wonderful, there is always the financial aspect that they have to contend with. The wedding ceremony may be the focal point of the whole preparation but the preparation itself requires a budget. The bride and groom and the entourage has to pay for their wedding dresses and tuxedos. The couple has to pay for the wedding services, the license, the wedding cake, the dinner and all wedding requirements.

What usually happens is that the couple spends too much on the wedding preparation that they end up having little and sometimes no budget for the honeymoon. But who said a couple could not have a romantic honeymoon if they o not have a large budget?

A honeymoon is basically already a romantic event because it is the time when the newly- wedded couple bond with each other. This alone should make the honeymoon romantic and memorable. Of course, there are at least five ways to make honeymoon a memorable event, even for a meager budget.

Every couple should take note of these five honeymoon money saving tips so they can have a fabulous time on their honeymoon without worrying about large financial requirements.

1. Avail of the services of a honeymoon registry so the guests will know what you need and want as a wedding gift

Gone are the days when a couple has to suffer in silence while opening the fifth identical wedding gift they have received; a dinnerware set. Through the wedding registry, the couple can inform the guests that they want or that they are in need of a honeymoon package. Guests who can afford such package can give them a free honeymoon instead of giving a gift that the couple does not need or a gift that they already have. Some of their friends may pool their resources together and gift them with a honeymoon package. This would mean great savings for the couple as well as a fabulous and free honeymoon.

2. Plan the honeymoon ahead of time and avail of promotions offered by resorts as early as one year away from the wedding date

Planning is till the best way to keep your resources intact and become more cost effective in your expenditures. With proper planning, the couple can take advantage of honeymoon packages or resort promotions offered by resort owners. There are honeymoon destinations that are offering big discounts for reservations made ahead of time. Some even offer as much as fifty percent discount for couples who book their honeymoon months before their wedding. This is to ensure the future income of the resorts. By availing of these promotions, the couple will not only be able to save on their finances but will also be able to plan their honeymoon itinerary ahead of time.

3. Spend your honeymoon in a fabulous tourist island but take advantage of home- stay programs offered by some areas

Some areas offer home- stay programs to promote their tourism at a lower cost. Local governments sometimes promote their tourism by gathering responsible folks and training them to become home- stay partners. Under this scheme, the homes of respected locals are accredited by the tourism officials and they become official tourist h9ome- hotels. Home stay accommodations are generally less expensive than hotels. Availing of this package can save the couple thousands of dollars that would have been spent for hotel accommodation alone.

4. Why not try being one with nature and go camping for your honeymoon instead of staying in an expensive hotel?

Couples who are nature lovers can go backpacking for their honeymoon and enjoy others company with only the moon and the stars as witnesses. His could be the best and the most romantic idea for a non- expensive honeymoon. Instead of paying hundreds of dollars for hotel accommodations save the money for other important matters and take a nice trip to a deserted island.

5. Timing is important so plan your honeymoon, if not the wedding during off season

Tourist and honeymoon facilities offer as much as fifty percent discount for tourists who would visit their establishments during non- peak seasons. Do not time the honeymoon with summer or other dates when tourists would be flocking to the islands or resorts because this would be very expensive. Visit these areas during the off- peak season can mean less cost and more privacy.

Friday, 23 January 2009

Tips on Selecting Honeymoon Vacation Package

No matter what you want; no matter where you want to go; and no matter what you expect, selecting the honeymoon vacation package that is right for you is very, very important. Why?

Ask yourself this: What if you go for a honeymoon vacation and realized that you don’t have a place to stay, an assured breakfast in the morning, and a clueless things to do the following day?

With honeymoon vacation package, you will eliminate all the troubles caused by wrong planning or not planning at all. But be warned that selecting the very first honeymoon vacation package you see on the internet is not a 100% assurance that you will enjoy the vacation. You should know how to select the best honeymoon vacation package you can enjoy.

Here’s how:

Choose a particular honeymoon destination you will both enjoy.

There are several honeymoon destinations, right? And there would be a chance where even if there are several places where you can meet your desire, you would end up on a deadlock. If this happens, make sure you list things you expect on a honeymoon vacation. Select the place that matches what are on your lists. End of conflict.

Identify the things you both enjoy. If both of you agree on the same things, then it would be easier for you to select the type of honeymoon vacation package you need. If not, you can again write on a paper the things you want and the things you don’t. Select a package that would include most of these.

Select a honeymoon vacation package that fits your budget. If price matters to you, then you should know locate discount or special rate honeymoon package. If there are several honeymoon vacation packages available, choose one that would give you better advantage of the price without compromising other important aspect. Remember that you will only make things difficult if you choose a package that you cannot afford.

Starting your search early would mean better chances of finding the right one. You will have more time to decide where to go and what type of amenities to select. And since you are planning your honeymoon vacation together with your wedding, make sure you don’t set aside one for the other.

Finally, be wise in selecting a honeymoon vacation package that is worth your money. Although expensive packages give better accommodation and more luxurious experience, it does not mean that cannot get all these on cheaper deals. The thing is, to be able to find such deals, you must search the web thoroughly.

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Sunday, 4 January 2009

Tips to Plan for Your Honeymoon

When you are planning for your wedding, you will need to plan for all the details on your big day. In fact, you also need to plan for something after your wedding. It is your honeymoon. Traditionally the honeymoon should be planned by the groom. However, it will make more sense if both of you and your husband-to-be are planning the honeymoon together.

Planning the honeymoon together

Similar to your wedding planning, the best way to plan for your honeymoon is to plan together. Since it is the first time you two travel together as a married couple. You do not want to be disappointed during your honeymoon. As a result, it will be better if all the decisions about the honeymoon is agreed by both of you.

The Destination

There is no definite formula to choose the honeymoon destination. You should choose the destination based on both of your preferences. If both of you would like adventures, you can consider a honeymoon in Antarctica. It can be quite romantic in Antarctica when you see the little penguins on a white land. In fact I met a Japanese couple on their honeymoon when I was on the trip to Antarctica and I think this can be an excellent destination for honeymoon.

However, if you believe your honeymoon is meant to be relaxing, you may choose places like Bali as your destination. It will not be a bad idea to enjoy the sun shine on the beach. On the contrary, you may also consider places like India or Nepal if you love to explore different cultures. The key is that you should select a destination that both of you feel interested.

The Season

Another issue you have to consider is the season in your honeymoon destination. It may not be a good idea if you plan to join the hiking tour in Nepal during summer, which is the monsoon season. The season is even more important if you really choose to go to Antarctica. You can only go to Antarctica during the summer (in the southern hemisphere). Of course there will be less problem if your honeymoon destination is places with equatorial climate, such as Indonesia and northern Brazil.

The Budget

As for your wedding items, you need to consider the budget for your honeymoon. The tradition is that the groom should pay for the expenses of the honeymoon. However, I will suggest you forget all this tradition and try to plan the budget together. There is nothing wrong if both of you contribute to the expenses.

Undoubtedly, the destination will affect your expenses a lot. Traveling to Antarctica is certainly more expensive than traveling to Mexico (if you are living in the U.S.). However, you can try to save some money from your wedding items and use the extra for your honeymoon. At the end of the day the cost for your honeymoon is usually only a fraction of that of your wedding.

Monday, 1 December 2008

Top 10 Honeymoon Destinations In-demand These Days

The honeymoon is a very important part of a newlywed married couple's life. Both of them want to make the event memorable so it requires careful planning and considerable time to plan it.

There are many honeymoon themes available for couples like romantic honeymoon, dream, exotic, island, luxury, beach, mountain, tropical, adventure, winter, safari, and exclusive honeymoons. If you want to decide on the theme of your honeymoon, and to help you with that task, you can find the top ten list of honeymoon destinations here.

Before checking out the list, there are certain things to consider before choosing your honeymoon destination like -

- in planning for your honeymoon, make a listing of different places that both of you would want to visit, and the activities that you want to be involved in
- the honeymoon budget
- how long do you plan to spend on your honeymoon
- get as much information of your chosen destination
- shock each other with surprise plans

Every couple is excited for their upcoming honeymoon. And so they should choose a honeymoon destination that will suit their tastes and preference. Here is the list of top ten honeymoon destinations:

1. Bora Bora

If you want to add a captivating aura for your honeymoon, a Bora Bora vacation is the top-most choice.
You can enjoy the crystalline seas and powdery beaches of this beautiful place. Spend quiet evenings together along the beach coast as you watch the moon and stars above. A couple nice places to visit would be the Bora Bora Le Meridien or the Bora Bora Bora Pearl Resort.

2. Mauritius

This magical place with the Mauritius weather,landed on the second place as a top honeymoon destination. Holiday Mauritius, in case you are going during the holidays, is also very popular. This place will truly enchant you and you're sure to get personal attention. Set on a turquoise sea, the island is considered an oasis of tranquility and peace.

3. Barbados

This is an island in the Caribbean that allures many honeymooners with their white beaches, quixotic atmosphere, and turquoise seas. The island boasts of its sophisticated and charming sandy shores that are alive with so many possibilities, so You will find much to do, such as a, Barbados shore excursion. You can enjoy the Barbados activity and picture taking. You're sure to wake up in a paradise, together with the tropic's rhythm.

4. Maldives

If you want to visit an impressive place that is secluded and calm, and is most ideal for honeymooners, this is the perfect love spot for you. Enjoy a Maldives honeymoon with the island sun and Other places like, some of the island Maldives royal, island Maldives Sun, where The Little Mermaid Dive Center is located, for instance, on Sun Island, Maldives. This is located 100 km from Male International Airport, on the uninhabited island Nalaguraidhoo.

5. Aruba

This place is also called the lover's paradise. The couple can enjoy their stay in this romantic place and receive champagne upon arrival. They will also receive a gift, as a souvenir that they've been to Aruba. These days, they also offer a promotional 'free night' on a return visit. If you are looking into an Aruba vacation package, they offer cruises to Aruba, there are beautiful locations such places as Palm Beach, and Aruba fishing, Aruba deepsea fishing, even an, Aruba wedding, if you like.

6. France

You can also find mountain slopes, beaches, cathedrals, monuments, and museums in France that caters to honeymooners. There are some great vacation packages for those seeking honeymoons in France, especially as it is considered a 'short break' to France. Another cool idea would be to go camping France, or make it a camping holiday in France, as it is your honeymoon.

7. Thailand

In this country, you can find sun-kissed waters and seas. Become one of the Thailand woman, or a Thailand man, or Thailand nude if only for a few days with your loved one. They also boast of their exquisite Thai cuisine and attracts many newly weds. Be Thailand sexy with a full moon party. Just watch out for tsunamis in this gorgeous country of Thailand, in the event that you fall into a deep, delicious sleep with your partner after all that fun and sex on the beach! Just playing.

8. Singapore

You can find a lot of botanic gardens and natural environment in this country, and you're sure to have an unforgettable honeymoon. For a great Singapore singapore vacation, Tiger Airway Singapore offers some affordable packages and airfare to those wishing to enbark on Singapore travell.

9. Seychelles

If you want a tropical honeymoon, this place could best suit you as a couple. They offer powdery, Seychelles beaches, and islands meant for lovers; it's a great place to experience romance like the waves that caress the shores at midnight. A seychelles honeymoon may be just the thing for you.

10. Italy

Many honeymoon couples are attracted to this beautiful country. You can find painters, paramours, poets, and potentates in this boot-shaped country. Its light, sumptuous, and dreamy landscapes are meant for romance. You can visit, como Italy lake, hotel in Italy venice, Italy Sorento,italy little maggianos, a fine restaurant known for their incredible cuisine, plus much more.

So there you have it, the top ten (10) honeymoon destination(s) top, preferred by many couples.
 


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