As your wedding day draws near, you may soon realize that the only thing more romantic than your special day, is your special vacation for two. Here is a checklist to help ensure it will be perfect.
Six Months Prior to Departure
__ Discuss the type of honeymoon you each want, whether it is cruising, enjoying a city tour, backpacking across Europe, or lounging at a tropical resort
__ Set a budget including airfare, ground transportation, accommodations, food and beverage, sightseeing trips, entertainment, tips, and shopping
__ Visit a travel agent and begin to research destinations
Five Months Prior to Departure
__ Finalize your honeymoon destination with your travel agent, and be sure to ask about special honeymooner discounts or packages
__ If you decide to make your own reservations, research hotels, airline and car rental companies
Three Months Prior to Departure
__ Be sure all necessary deposits are paid with reservations
__ Keep a record of confirmation numbers and itineraries, as well as the telephone numbers of your travel agent and all accommodations
__ If you have purchased airline tickets, confirm seat assignments
__ Verify what official travel documents are required for your destination, such as visas or passports
Two Months Prior to Departure
__ Add needed items such as luggage, adapter, or beach towels to your registry
__ Verify inoculation requirements for the country you will be visiting
__ Begin listing items you will want to pack
One Month Prior to Departure
__ Buy luggage, sunglasses, camera, film, and batteries
__ Make sure all credit cards are up-to-date
__ Make a copy of travel itinerary with all phone numbers to leave with someone in case of emergency
__ Finalize list of items for packing including clothes, toiletries, and accessories
One Week Prior to Departure
__ Purchase travelers checks
__ If you will be using a foreign currency for your honeymoon, exchange at least enough to get you from the airport to your hotel.
__ Pack all medication in your carry-on bag as well as a change of clothes
__ Reconfirm all reservations
__ Pack clothes in luggage
Day of Departure
__ Be sure you have your money and travel documents such as passports, confirmations, itineraries, or airline tickets in your carry-on bag
__ Reconfirm your flight schedule before you leave home, many times there are last-minute changes
__ Arrive at the airport early to accommodate long lines and security check points
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