Tip No. 1
If you and your new hubby are planning to dance the night away at your big reception, consider booking your flight for late in the afternoon the following day instead of a bright and early 8 a.m. This way, you will get to enjoy your party and have time to thank everyone for celebrating your big day.

Also, you?ll get to enjoy your first night as a married couple instead of being rushed to get to the airport early the next morning. And having a stress-free evening behind you will pave the way for smooth honeymoon travels.

Honeymoon Tip No. 2
Pack a bag of surprises to keep your honey of a husband on his toes throughout the

trip. In addition to those unmentionables you received at your bachelorette party, pack a CD of your favorite love songs, a silky scarf, bubble bath or the love potion of your choice.

For playtime outside the bedroom, pack some games too. Challenge your hubby to a game of Scrabble, Monopoly or cards if the weather doesn?t cooperate with your honeymoon plans, or invite him on a romantic stroll through the rain.

Honeymoon Tip No. 3
Take lots of pictures! After spending six months to a year planning your wedding, you?ll need a vacation. You?ll also want photographic reminders of your romantic adventure with your betrothed.

Remember to pack your digital camera, memory cards and an extra battery, or 400-speed

film for a 35 mm. Even a nice disposable camera will document your special trip. This getaway is sure to provide some fantastic photo ops so click away!

Honeymoon Tip No. 4
Plan ahead. Often booking the honeymoon several months in advance saves money on flights and hotel accommodations and also ensures that the fabulous honeymoon suite will be waiting for you when you arrive.

Remember to renew your passport a couple of months beforehand if you’ll be traveling out of the country. If you?re signing up for your first passport, allow at least three months for the process before the wedding date. Registering early can save money and the stress of it not arriving in time.

For more information on how to acquire a passport, visit the U.S. Department of State’s Web site at Travel.state.gov.

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