Tips for Choosing the Best Honeymoon Venue

If you and your soulmate have finally decided to make your relationship official, your thoughts will be focusing on a honeymoon destination, among other things. Of course, the big focus is the wedding, which can be a real challenge, even for a professional event planner, and once you book your honeymoon, that’s one thing you can cross off your list of stuff to do.

Here are a few tips to help you make an informed decision when choosing a honeymoon resort.

• Choose the honeymoon package – Rather than just booking a suite, choosing an adults-only resort in the Maldives will add some spice and excitement to the experience. In a few years, you will have kids, so make the most of your status while you can, besides, they have a few adult games to spice things up a bit! Little things like a champagne welcome and free photos make all the difference.
• All-inclusive price – If you choose a honeymoon package, the chances are that the cost is all-inclusive; you do need to confirm this, otherwise you might end up with a nasty surprise. Group tours should be included in the price, as should food, soft drinks and the use of any equipment.
• Read the online reviews – Regardless of the venue, there should be online reviews from couples that have stayed at the venue. Of course, every hotel and resort will tell you their service is second to none, so the best way to find out is to see what others have to say about their experience.
• Make it a joint decision – It is never a good idea to pressure your partner into accepting a venue that they might not have chosen; marriage is always about compromise and that should start at the very beginning. Listen to your partner before you mention the venue that you prefer and if you feel he or she isn’t really into your choice, make the sacrifice and keep your other half happy. Now that you are about to marry, you should create a Last Will & Testament to secure your partner’s future.
• Do some online research – It is difficult to make an informed decision if you know little about a nation or region; Google is your best friend, and who knows? You might discover hidden attractions of one venue thanks to some online research. You could sit down together and browse some countries to narrow down the shortlist, then vote for your favourite.
• Decide on a budget – It makes total sense to sit down with your partner and decide how much you are prepared to invest in your honeymoon; some couples are trying hard to save for the deposit on a home and they might postpone the honeymoon for a couple of years until they are better off financially. Parents often help out by offering to pay for the reception or the honeymoon, which is a big help.
• Think low season – If you are on a tight budget, consider putting off the honeymoon for a few months, which might save you a lot of money. If you can both fly at short notice, you might bump into a last-minute cancellation, which does happen when wedding plans are suddenly scuppered. The Maldives is a popular honeymoon destination and low season prices are very reasonable.
• Length of Stay: Decide how long you plan to stay on your honeymoon. Some destinations may require more time to fully explore and enjoy, while others may be perfect for a shorter stay. Consider the time you have available and choose a venue that allows you to make the most of your honeymoon period.

We hope that the above information goes some way towards helping you make the right decision when choosing the perfect honeymoon resort and you and your partner can start married life with a luxury stay at a 5-star resort.