Establish a reasonable budget for your honeymoon. Aim for a price range that you and your future spouse can afford. Keep in mind that prices escalate during popular times of the year, typically during warmer months.
Perform a general online search of destinations that interest you and your future spouse. If you like beaches, search for places like the Bahamas, Mexico, Fiji Islands or St. Lucia. If you enjoy camping and hiking, search for rugged getaways like the Grand Canyon. Just getting a general idea of locations will help narrow down what kind of vacation you want for your honeymoon. Make a list of these places and write down what you like best and least based on your research.
Contact your local travel agency or log onto a travel agency website, such as Expedia.com or AAA.com. Ask or browse for any specials that best fit within your price range. After talking with an agent, you may learn about other destinations you may not even have considered.
Select the dates of arrival and departure and discuss or browse through the various packages available during that time frame.
Read the fine print: Confirm what your vacation includes. Some items include but are not limited to: transportation, lodging, food, entertainment, taxes, gratuities and Internet access. Your package may not cover alcohol or side adventures, such as touring local cities. Ask your travel agent for details.
Book your vacation. Depending on your travel agency, you may need to pay a portion or all of your vacation up front, with a final payment needed prior to leaving for your vacation.
Contact your travel agent with any questions you may have while preparing for your vacation.
Make sure you have all of your tickets and passes prior to leaving for your vacation. Upon check-in at your resort, you will probably receive a welcome packet and possibly a wristband that you wear during your stay.
