AHHHH the honeymoon…You’ve just said “I do” to the love of your life and now it’s time to celebrate, just the two of you. Whether you dream of a beach vacation, climbing mountains, or exploring the jungles or ancient cities, honeymoons are really just about having fun with your new spouse. It’s a time for the two of you to contact and have fun together after months of planning.
Your honeymoon, not unlike your wedding, should be about what you as a couple want. Choose a vacation that is meaningful to the both of you and true to what you like to do. Be open-minded to destinations. Work out what you really want and what will make you happy on the trip. You don’t need to conform to what other people think a honeymoon should be. Don’t be afraid to mix it up. Pair cities and beaches, mountains and jungle. The same goes for mixing up times for luxe and times for sticking to more budget-friendly activities.
Too often we see couples leaving honeymoon planning to the last minute. You may have been tossing the idea of Europe around for a while, but leaving it to the very end will only make your trip more expensive and also compromise on your experience. Start your honeymoon planning as early as you start your wedding planning.
Below are our top seven tips for stress-free planning:
- Don’t wait till the last minute to make plans
- Talk about your wants, wishes, and expectations
- Set a budget – and at least attempt to stick with it
- Decide when is the best time for you to go
- Make a list of must-go places and narrow it down
- Delegate planning tasks instead of one person doing it all themselves
- Pack before the week of your wedding
Your honeymoon will be one of the most enjoyable parts of the wedding process. You just spent time celebrating the biggest day of your life surrounded by all your loved ones — what better way to kick off the weekend than to jet off to an incredibly romantic location with the love of your life? Don’t let the planning process stress you out too much and focus on what matters most — celebrating this momentous occasion with your new husband!