Whether it’s a secluded island , a romantic cruise, a European adventure, or a weekend getaway, you can be assured of finding the perfect retreat by working with a professional travel consultant. Travel consultants are trained to ask questions to determine the type of trip and destination that will be perfect for both of you to celebrate, and have a wonderful time. They know unique out-of-the way places, the best travel packages, and travel and custom information that you need to know, in order to have a relaxing trip. The can also make last minute adjustments, time changes, flight cancellations and more, something that discount websites cannot do. And, they don’t charge for the service.
Today’s honeymooners are often looking for unusual honeymoons. They are not looking for the “perfect” honeymoon; they are looking for a unique time and experience at their destination. Life can be hectic and planning a wedding can be stressful, so the reward for the completion of your wedding planning, is to get away together, to share some quiet time, with a lot of romance and memory-making.
 Steve Pomerleau Photography, Windsor, Ontario- will travel Traditionally, the honeymoon was the responsibility of the groom. Today, it is often a joint decision. Many couples prefer not to embark on their honeymoon immediately after the reception; but they wait until the following day or week, spending their wedding night or weekend at a nearby hotel, resort or bed and breakfast inn. This allows flexibility in planning and a less hectic schedule with some breathing space, after dealing with so many wedding details.
Making travel arrangements yourself can be frustrating and time consuming, and costly. Travel agencies are connected directly to airlines, cruise lines and resorts and can offer money-saving packages that include everything, including food and drinks. They are your best ally, but you must begin to make plans as soon as you set your wedding date.
They can also assist with destination weddings and work with the resort you’ve chosen, to accommodate all your plans. They will also assist all your guests that will be traveling to your celebration and take all the stress off everyone’s shoulders.
Ask them about a Honeymoon Registry, where your guests can contribute to your trip, in lieu of a traditional wedding gift. It is a great option and your family and guests will know that you were able to choose that truly special destination, because of their assistance.
If you are considering a cruise or tour, ask questions and make sure you will be comfortable with the age group you will be with. Resorts and cruise ships today can be geared to different age groups.
You can have a luxurious honeymoon regardless of your budget, if you plan carefully. The more time you give yourselves to plan, the better the amenities will be surrounding your honeymoon.
It is important to keep your honeymoon on a priority list. This may be the only time you get to celebrate together for many years to come. Make it a special time and one that is unforgettable for the two of you. This is your time together so relax and enjoy!
Traditionally, the honeymoon has been the groom’s responsibility, but in the 21st century both partners are making the decision, together.
Many couples find it easier not to embark on their honeymoon afte the reception and wait until the following week. They will spend the wedding night or weekend at a nearby hotel, which allows time for packing and other last minute pressures until after the wedding.
Wherever you are planning to vacation, whether it be a cruise, a quick getaway or a dreamed of European holiday, it is recommended that you work with a travel agency.
 Trevor Booth Photography, Windsor, Ontario- will travel Travel consultants are trained to ask the questions, to determine what type of trip and location will fulfill your dreams. They are well versed about the best package deals, unique spots, travel and customs information. They can assist you with last minute adjustments, time changes flight cancellations and other details that discount websites can’t do. With links to airlines, cruise lines and resorts, travel agencies they can offer money-saving packages that include everything- even food and drinks. They expertise can save you time and money and zero in on what you are looking for.
Travel consultants are trained to ask the questions, to determine what type of trip and location will fulfill your dreams. They are well versed about the best package deals, unique spots, travel and customs information. They can assist you with last minute adjustments, time changes flight cancellations and other details that discount websites can’t do.
Ask your travel consultant lots of questions and find the ideal honeymoon for the two of you. Regardless of your budget, with careful planning and good advice, you can have that luxurious honeymoon at the budget you desire!
Honeymoon registries have been established for your guests’ convenience and they can add money to your dream destination as a wedding gift. It’s a great way to offset your expenses and one that is most appreciated.
Keep your honeymoon on your priority list. It may be the only time you get to celebrate together for years to come.
Honeymoon Time Line:
2 Months: Make reservations for any special dinners, spa treatments or tours you want to partake in. Many properties have special services for honeymooners, which can include moonlight champagne cruise for two, a private dinner on the beach, or a couples’ massage in a private cabana. Space may be limited during high honeymoon travel, so book early.
1 Month: Make a list of what you want to pack. Reconfirm your reservations and look over your travel documents. Any special items and arrangements for your home, your pets and your plants while you are away.
2 Weeks: Purchase travelers cheques if required and write their numbers in a secure spot, in case they are lost or stolen. Make 2 copies of your passports and credit cards. Give one to a friend or family member and place the extra set in your luggage, in the event that the originals go missing through theft or misplacing them. Book transportation needs to and from the airport. If you are being driven, confirm with your driver. Check with your cell company to ensure you will be able to use your phone at your destination, in case of emergency.
1 Week: Stop your mail at the post office and it will be held. Stop your newspapers. Refill any prescriptions that you will require while away. Carry them in their original bottles for customs and security purposes.
3 Days: Pack your priority essentials in your carry-on bag; medicine, glasses, contacts etc. Pack your luggage and consider putting half of your things in each other’s bags in the event that your luggage is lost. Make sure you give a house key to the person who is looking after your home. Check the weather forecast for your departure date and your destination site.
1 Day: Reconfirm your flight. Check to ensure your luggage has you identification both on the inside and outside. Get some solid sleep!
And have a wonderful time as newly-married!
Your wedding day is drawing near and you’re finally in the home stretch, after months of detailed planning. The RSVP’s are coming in and soon you’ll know who is coming in from out-of -town, to share in your celebration.
For your guests who are staying in hotels, a gift basket, laden with treats to indulge in, while they are in town is one sweet idea. Local wine, jam, sauces, city magazines and a note with the things they shouldn’t miss seeing, while they are in your town, can also be included. Let them know where the major shopping area is located, in case they have forgotten anything at home that they may require.
You can either purchase a ready-made basket or do this yourself. If you choose the DIY route, think about local products from your area and, try to add one or two that can be taken home after the weekend, as a reminder of their trip. Add some bottles of water, tins of pop and some candy treats to round the package out.
Enclose a map of the area, so they can familiarize themselves with the local amenities, and also to get to all your festivities without getting lost. You may even want to include a gift card for a local coffee shop, near their hotel so they can walk around and see your city!
It’s the little things that make your guests comfortable and your wedding memorable. The will certainly appreciate the creature- comforts that you provide, and it will make their stay more enjoyable. We know that your celebration is at the forefront of their trip, but seeing a little of the local scene while visiting, will make their time between the ceremony and the reception, more enjoyable.
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“The first bond of society is marriage.” DeOfficious; Cicero
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| In ancient days, after the wedding festivities, the groom kept his bride in hiding to prevent their relatives from recapturing her; they stayed secluded for one month, the cycle of the moon, and drank mead, a honey wine, hence the term honeymoon.Your honeymoon is a time to relax together, and it serves as a bridge for the change in your relationship. It is your private celebration, unlike the public declaration of your wedding ceremony and reception. It is a time for the two of you!Personal preferences determine how long, and how much you wish to spend on the honeymoon. Many couples take a romantic, fabulous trip and, a faraway place makes perfect sense. If you have the funds and the time,it is worth making that trip of a lifetime.
Some couples do chose to have their honeymoon close to home because it is simply easier to prepare for and travel to. Your honeymoon is a time to simply be together without any distractions.
Your travel specialist will work with you to ensure that you and your spouse receive good advice and enjoy a luxurious honeymoon, whether it be a grand excursion, cruise, country inn or bed and breakfast stay.
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For over 18 years, we have watched Chalet Studio emerge as the property and business it is today. Through the tender, caring tutelage of Janet and Alan Arseneaultm, they have literally grown their dream with their gorgeous country estate studio, that pampers brides and grooms to the max. It is so calming upon your arrival, to set foot on their immaculate, manicured grounds; we can only imagine how soothing it makes brides, grooms and their wedding parties feel. Everything here is luxe, lush and relaxing- like a time long-ago but with all the modern technological advances tucked discreetly away from the eye.
This was a life-goal for this innovative couple, who took a gamble and bought country land and became “farmers” of photography. The flowers, the creek, the décor, the beach area, the wrapped decks and their studio are a one-stop for picture-taking. Weather is no longer a factor on anyone’s wedding day anymore, and they can even drive a T-bird or a fire engine in through their heavy antique doors for shooting purposes. If you want a particular picture with something you cherish, whether small or large, Chalet will make it happen for you.
Both Janet and Alan have their own strengths in this business and as a happily married couple, they work in tandem to create pictures of extraordinary beauty. It is a wonderful lifestyle they are enjoying and it speaks volumes to their commitment to living life to the fullest.
If one thinks of Alice in Wonderland, this is the ultimate in falling down the rabbit hole right into a wonderful, personal experience that any couple would be thrilled with.
Chalet Studio also welcomes family and children’s shoots, pets, graduations and any other celebratory milestones of your life. They have followed families from their engagements to their grandchildren, making them a generational business.
We wish them every success in all their future endeavours and cannot wait to see their property in the next five years, as their grounds continue to mature and, they continue to add more of their unique touches to this outstanding palette. They have a wedding playground in exquisitely good taste for every theme and personality.
The Wedding Guide is proud to have showcased Chalet Studio from their beginning, over 18 years ago. We wish them every success in their future endeavours.
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