Honeymoon Vacations

I am looking for a resort to go to in the Caribbean for me and my wife during winter break. are there any special packages for newly weds? we wanted to go for a second honeymoon trip…we got married 09/09/09 if u do plz let me know..it be greatly appriciated

lil info:
We are from Toronto, Canada. I am 25 years old and so is my wife. Our budget is about $3000 for both of us. our budget is not restricted but we would prefer to get a good deal.

thank you!

You would love a cruise! Whether you love to party or relax, you’ve got the choice. Since you’ve done a land vacation, I would recommend that you give a cruise a try! For one week at an all inclusive luxury resort in the Caribbean, it would cost the same amount for a cruise, however, the advantage is that you get to see more islands for the same amount of money without sacrificing any of the luxury. I would recommend a Southern Caribbean itinerary that embarks from San Juan, Puerto Rico (Puerto Rico is a real treat). Talk to a travel agent and see what options they have that fit you and your fiancée.

Don’t get me wrong, land resorts are a nice way to travel, but it’s kind of the, "When you’ve done it once, you’ve done it all" kind of thing. A cruise is a great way to travel, and you get a different experience EVERY time, since you’re going to a new place every day. They have broadway-style performances in large, professionally designed theaters on cruise ships, if you like entertainment, live bands at the poolside that play Calypso (since it’s the Caribbean), and the food is great! Since the food is free, don’t be surprised if you eat all the time! haha. There are also fully-equipped gyms and luxury spas on board if you want to exercise and unwind. There is always more than one thing going on while on a cruise ship. It would take me a while to list them all for you.

My last word would be to talk to a travel agent, but to also venture the cruise idea. Take it from me and a million others when I say that a cruise is an amazing experience that everyone should try at least once. Don’t get me wrong, land vacations are fun and have their attractions, but a cruise is truly a unique and addicting experience. If you’re looking for a quiet, romantic, yet active and having the choice of partying, I recommend you look at Princess Cruises. Their whole idea is focused around giving couples a romantic, relaxing, yet active and exciting time on board. Cruising is quickly becoming the #1 way to vacation/honeymoon, and for a good reason. You would really enjoy it!

Good luck!

Oh, and if you do decide to take a cruise, I would recommend on booking your flight the day before and booking a hotel the day before at your departure port/island. This way you can take all day traveling and not having to worry about getting to the ship, you won’t be jet-lagged and you can enjoy the sail-away party, and you will be able to spend a whole day experiencing the city/island that you’re on. For an extra $100 or so for a hotel, I’d say it’s worth it.

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I’m looking for affordable accommodations near Kapaa Hawaii in early December for my new wife and I. We’ve never been to Hawaii, and have never done the whole vacation rental thing. I’m not sure whether to do a hotel, resort, vacation home rental, or studio rental! Obviously we want to be away from crowds, but don’t want to have to worry about cleaning up after ourselves (as home rentals don’t have daily maids).

At the same time, privacy is a major thing. Not sure if there’s nice rooms at uncrowded resorts/hotels. I’m trying to spend under a hundred dollars per night. It seems that vacation rentals’ cleaning fees end up making the total cost similar to hotel rooms.

I also hear that food is expensive, so we’re looking for something with a kitchen, so that we have that option if necessary. Thanks for any advice!

There are lots of places to stay in Kauai. My wife and I stayed in the Outrigger Waipaloui Resort and Spa. We bought our honeymoon trip as a package on Orbitz.com. The Outrigger is in Kapaa and there is a Safeway grocery store across the street. My wife and I bought some food and since our room had a full kitchen, cooked a lot of meals thereby saving some money. I don’t think the Outrigger will be less than $100 per night but you can see what the price is on the vacation package. My wife and I went in July which is an expensive time and we got our tickets, hotel and rental car for less than $1,600 per person. This was flying out of Cincinnati and staying at the hotel for 6 nights.

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Choosing your cruise is one of the most important steps of your cruise experience. Finding the best cruise agent is essential. Knowing which liner will best suit your needs, style, which destination ports will be of interest to you and when you should travel, are some of the many aspects which should be considered.

This is why a cruise agent is such an important part of your cruise vacation decision.

Below are just a few of the aspects that a good cruise agent will discuss with you during your cruise consultation. Be sure to make notes of any special questions you may have before you speak with them.

The Five W’s

1. Who: Knowing who is travelling is one of the more obvious questions but one which must be carefully considered. Are you a single traveler, a couple, a family, or a group? Are there small children traveling or would you prefer an adult only ship?

Would you prefer a younger or more mature onboard age group? These are some of the important factors which must be considered when selecting the right cruise ship, and some of the many things that your cruise agentwill discuss with you.

2. What Ship to Choose: Each luxury cruise line has many benefits and aspects that make it unique in the industry. Some ships are intimate vessels carrying approximately a hundred passengers, whereas others set sail with several hundred to over a thousand passengers.

The onboard atmosphere of some ships is more formal, with traditional dining venues, whereas others offer a more casual setting with an open dining experience.
Matching you with the ship that will best suit your needs and style should be your first priority. Let the cruise agent help you to choose the ship that is right for you.

3. Where: With over 65% of the world being covered by water, it seems as though the “Where” possibilities are truly endless. Where does one start? How do you choose? Well, one way is by knowing when you can travel to each location and what time of year the itineraries are offered.

Also, what do the destinations offer and are the ports of interest to you? Some of the more common destination choices are: the Caribbean, the Panama Canal, the South Pacific, the Mediterranean, the Baltic, and Africa & Asia. And for the brave what about the titanic route, you may see some nice icebergs.

Your cruise agent should be happy to discuss the many options being offered. In addition, once you have decided on your cruise destination, a good cruise agent will provide you with in-depth information on pre-cruise and post-cruise stays, as well as private shore excursion options.

4. When: When to cruise usually depends on one of two things: when you are able to go or when the itinerary you are interested in taking is being offered. The first consideration, when you are able to go, is easily determined.

Once you establish your time frame, your cruise specialist is able to provide you with a selection of cruises being offered at that time. If you personal availability is flexible, often times, the second consideration, when the itinerary you are interested in taking is being offered, is another way of choosing when to go, as certain itineraries are only offered at certain times of the year.

Your cruise agent can help you to select the best time to travel to your destination and which itineraries are being offered.

5. Why are you traveling: The question is, far too often, overlooked by travelers, and is one of the more important questions to consider. Are you traveling for rest and relaxation?

Are you traveling to learn about a specific destination or culture? Are you interested in a learning or life enrichment experience? Or is it a special occasion (i.e. a honeymoon, an anniversary, a family reunion, etc.)?

These scenarios are just a few of the many reasons that you may be considering a cruise and knowing “Why” you are traveling, will help your cruise specialist match you with the cruse line, ship and itinerary that will best suit your needs.

As you can see, there are many factors that go into the planning of your cruise vacation. Researching, defining, and refining all of these variables is why your cruise agent is such an important part of your decision and selection process.

Hope you have a wonderful cruise. By the way,do you get seasick? The chances on a cruise are very slim. However it is always advisable to take some sea sick pills with you; just in case.

Derek Smiley
http://www.articlesbase.com/travel-articles/do-you-get-sea-sick-on-a-cruise-108494.html

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