Affordable Luxury Honeymoon Tips from Secret Escapes
Luxury holiday website Secret Escapes share their top tips to help you have a high-end honeymoon for less
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When planning your honeymoon, you want a trip that is full of one in a lifetime luxury, but the budget might not stretch that far. We spoke to the Chief Editor of Secret Escapes, Rob Day, to get his top tips for a honeymoon that is both luxurious and affordable…
Take a deep breath…
With so many choices of escapes including active adventure, relaxing spa or romantic seclusion, it can get a little overwhelming when making a decision on where to book. Take your time and pick out what’s important to both of you to ensure you make the most out of your honeymoon.
Keep it simple…
We do all the hard work so you don’t have to! Booking a package can keep the process stress free and can also save you a lot of money. We don’t just mean a hotel stay with flights included — we mean packages which are specially curated by our travel experts to include added extras from spa treatments and all-inclusive board, to dining discounts, late check-outs and guided tours.
Get a little help from your friends…
For an easy wedding present from your wedding guests and one which makes a huge difference to your honeymoon fund: ask your family and friends for vouchers to put towards your honeymoon as wedding gifts! It soon tots up and can make the difference between a great and a once-in-a-lifetime getaway. Secret Escapes now offer a gift voucher service on their website which can be a great wedding gift. A win-win situation!
Go from mini-moon to honeymoon…
If you’re getting married in peak holiday season, following in the footsteps of celebrities and book a mini-moon such as a city break to Venice. This gives you the opportunity to save your honeymoon for off-season dates to bag the best rates. Plenty of destinations boast year-long tropical climates like the Caribbean islands and choosing off peak dates allows you to holiday in style with the extra spending money you have saved.
Calculate your currency…
Check for weak currencies to help you get the best value for money while you’re away. For example, there is currently a very good Euro to pound exchange rate.
Get ahead of the game…
You would have thought it was a no-brainer but many couples leave honeymoon booking to the last minute with the wedding taking priorities. It saves a lot of stress and hassle to plan and book your honeymoon well in advance. It’s a myth that the only travel deal is a last-minute one. Head to online travel sites like Secret Escapes where you can book many breaks up to a year in advance.
Check the calendar…
Researching national holidays and events in specific destinations can keep costs down. Try and avoid busy times of the year such as school holidays or festivals, where prices will be sky high and hotel rooms will be in high demand.
Don’t keep it a secret…
Everybody loves a newlywed! Mentioning it’s your honeymoon can result in a few added romantic extras when you arrive, so always let your hotel and tour operator know just in case (this isn’t a guarantee though).
There’s an app for that…
Remember to get the latest deals delivered straight to your mobile via the latest travel apps. All Secret Escapes’ deals are automatically synced to your mobile every morning via the Secret Escapes app, so you can browse while you’re at home or on the move and even when you’re offline. Perfect for the commute in the morning!
Check out the latest luxurious but affordable offers from Secret Escapes by visiting their website: www.secretescapes.com
