Honeymoon

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Congratulations, on your engagement!

The history of a Honeymoon?

The honeymoon was originally the period following marriage, "characterized by love and happiness", as attested since 1546. Alluding "the idea that the first month of marriage is the sweetest".

The custom originated during the early-19th-century in Great Britain. Upper-class couples would take a "bridal tour", sometimes accompanied by friends or family, to visit relatives who had not been able to attend the wedding. The practice eventually spread to the other European countries from the 1820s onwards. 

The most popular honeymoon destinations at the time were the French Riviera and Italy, particularly its seaside resorts and romantic cities such as Rome, Verona, and Venice. Then, honeymoons would typically start on the night of the marriage, with the couple leaving midway through the reception to catch a late train or ship. Today, many couples do not leave until 1 - 3 days after the wedding ceremony and reception.

Traditionally, the Bride engrossed in planning for the Wedding Day, the Honeymoon planning was left to the Groom and paid for by the Groom's family. Today, so many couples share this responsibility and cost.

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Benefits of a honeymoon?

After months of stress and preparation for your nuptials amongst family and friends. A honeymoon is your time to reconnect with your partner! As a newly married couple embarking on: adventure, relaxation and romance. A great way, adapting to any adjustments with the onset of togetherness. Also, your time for privacy and intimacy. After all, "time" is the greatest gift you can give anyone; no amount of money can buy it nor can it be recaptured once it's passed.

  

Honeymooners usually seek exotic or romantic places, therefore popular destinations include:

• Fiji
• France (Paris)
• French Polynesia (Bora Bora & Tahiti)
• Greece (Mykonos & Santorini)
• Hawaii
• Indonesia (Bali)
• Italy (Amalfi Coast, Cinque Terre, Florence, Lake Como, & Tuscany)
• Jamaica
• Maldives
• Mexico
• St Barts
• St Lucia
• Tahiti
• Thailand (Phuket Island)
• Turks & Caicos
• US Virgin Islands (St Croix, St John, & St Thomas)

In selecting a destination it's also important to identify your goals to include: Activities, Adventure, All-Inclusive, Honeymoon Packages, Local Season and Romance Options.

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My industry designation earned as a Honeymoon & Destination Specialist combined with our connections with Cruise Lines, Tour Operators, Safari Outfitters, Hotels, Resorts, Airlines, Villa Rental Companies, Adventure Travel providers, Rail, Car Rental and Limo companies will offer you Exclusive Benefits that you won't be able to achieve on your own. Such as: Complimentary Breakfast for Two Daily, Dining or Resort Credit, Spa Treatment, Airport Transfer, or other privileges. Even Room Upgrades, Early Check-In and Late Check-Out when available. 

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