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Show Bridal Guide February 2002 5 Plan the perfect getaway for your honeymoon Paul Huard News Service Copley Face it, guys - if you think planning your honeymoon has everything to do with the Victoria's By R. you are going on a cruise, Bain says. Making reservations fa an early flight the morning after your wed-din- Secret catalog you're on your way to making a big mistake. The weight of most of the wedding planning will fall on your bride's shoulders, but you will have to manage the details of the getaway. Screw this one up and you'll hit some painful bumps for years to come when you stroll together down memory lane. "Before you set off on the vacation of a lifetime, you've gotta do a little planning,' says Geri Bain, writer for MarryingMan. com, an online resource of tips and advice for grooms. Bain's article at the MarryingMan.com lists some of the common mistakes grooms make. Her advice is to learn what not to do now, rather than on your wedding night. Some common mistakes include: Forgetting to book a double you're planning an evening reception, you can be sure you're not going to bed early If on your wedding night. A later flight may save you from walking bleary-eyethrough the aird port, he says. Skimping on your accommo- dations. "Maybe on other trips, but not a honeymoon,' Bain says. "Even if you think you won't spend much time in your room, you'll be sorry if your accommodations aren't up to par. Probably the most common honeymoon lament we hear is, 'I wish we'd spent just a little more and stayed in a deluxe room.'' Not setting a honeymoon budget. Before you go, agree about what you'll splurge on and where you'll skimp to avoid any possible money hassles en route. Letting one person do all the bed. may laugh, but it's important when reserving hotels, especially abroad, and crucial if "You planning. After all, this for both of you,' honeymoon Bain says. 20 "If OFF all Jewelry for February We also have Cameras and VCRs to help you keep the memories forever. A-Pa- wn 82 No. 200 West 637-595- 9 9-- 6 Mon.-Sa- t. is you do all the work, you'll feel guilty if things don't go perfectly. If you don't take part in the planning, you'll probably end up dissatisfied.' Ignoring cost-savin- g travel packages. Talk to your travel agent and do research on the Web. Many packages will allow you to have all the frills you want and save you money. Thinking you have to spend every minute together. both be happier you plan one or two separate activities on your honeymoon, and think how much fun you'll have sharing your experiences with each other,' Bain says. Keeping mum about being honeymooners. Don't be bashful - especially with hotels, cruise lines and restaurants. Tell them when you make your reservations and you're likely to enjoy special treatment. Relying too much on friends and family. Ask them for recom "You'll if mendations, but don't let yourself be overly influenced. Follow your own interests. Not consulting with A capable a travel agent. agent will help a you plan honeymoon that's two for of you at a price the right you can afford. When in doubt, share your plans or ideas with your future spouse. Marriage is all about communication, and planning your honeymoon is a great time to start an information exchange. |