Just like your wedding, planning a memorable honeymoon requires plenty of research and know-how to ensure every facet is taken care of. The Luxury Travel Agency has planned countless honeymoon trips to every destination you could think of, and our Travel Advisors have put together a list of expert tips to help you plan yours!
Matakauri Lodge, one of our favorite Partner Hotels in New Zealand
Planning your Honeymoon Tip #1: Give Yourself Enough Time
An average honeymoon is roughly 2-4 weeks long. The earlier you start to map out your options, the more you’ll have to choose from. Flights, hotels, car rentals, even your tours and activities – making the most of availability is essential. You’ll have access to lower rates, favorable deals, and those ultra-exclusive experiences that require plenty of advance notice. You’ll also want some breathing room to go over your itinerary and make sure all the boxes are ticked. Last-minute trips can be lots of fun, but a honeymoon deserves that extra attention!
The Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora is a honeymoon favorite!
Planning your Honeymoon Tip #2: Turn Planning into a Team Effort
Work with your partner to come up with a list of activities you both enjoy doing, and think about destinations that offer mutual interest. Planning your honeymoon should be a 50/50 effort so that the trip is tailored to fit you both. After all, that’s what a perfect honeymoon is all about – the celebration of your new life together! Once you have a list of things you are looking to do and the places you want to do them in, the booking process becomes much easier.
Mandarin Oriental Paris, a Partner Hotel with The Luxury Travel Agency
Planning your Honeymoon Tip #3: Dream Big, Think Bold!
Recommendations from your friends are a great way to learn about new places and inspire your travels, but keep in mind that no two couples are alike! Your friends may have had a blast during their vacation, but that same vacation may not be suitable for you and your partner to spend your honeymoon. If a destination or property seems like the perfect fit for you – even if you’re the first to go – don’t be afraid to take the plunge! You might come back a trendsetter, with bragging rights to spare.
Singita Sweni, one of The Luxury Travel Agency’s top safari Partners
Planning your Honeymoon Tip #4: Balance your Itinerary
Even the most adventurous couples will need to schedule in some downtime. A honeymoon is a time for making memories, but those experiences are always more fun after a few bountiful meals and a good night’s sleep. Plan enough things to keep you from getting bored, but not so much that you return home feeling drained and overwhelmed. It’s all about finding your rhythm!
The Brando, French Polynesia – a resort fit for movie stay royalty!
Planning your Honeymoon Tip #5: Don’t Rush from the Altar to the Airport
There are plenty of great reasons to postpone your travels for a short time after your wedding. For some, a few days are essential for recovering from the wedding’s excitement, and preparing to set out on your big adventure. Seasonality also plays a role. For those summer newlyweds, your honeymoon budget can stretch a lot further in the autumn “shoulder season”; a winter wedding couple may want to wait to maximize their sunny travels.
Baccarat Hotel, one of The Luxury Travel Agency’s New York Partner Hotels
Planning your Honeymoon Tip #6: Ask a Travel Professional to be Sure!
The internet is great for some preliminary research, but photos and descriptions can often be misleading, outdated, or omit details. That’s why it’s important to consider looking beyond Google for help planning such an important trip. Travel professionals possess inside information and invaluable connections with hotels and tour providers; they can get you deals that you otherwise wouldn’t have access to. They’ll do all your research for you and get you ready to roll out the door with minimal effort on your end. Like any professional, there are fees for the service, but the savings your Advisor provides – in time, and money – will repay your investment many times over!
For more tips on planning the perfect honeymoon, contact The Luxury Travel Agency today. We love to talk all things travel, and we’ll elevate your journey from adequate to amazing. We look forward to hearing from you!
