Honeymoon on a Budget

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Cynthia Muchnick discusses how to plan a low-cost honeymoon. Bargains are there, she says, but you must search them out and shop around.

What are the least expensive times to travel?

Europe--off-season is from November through March

Caribbean--the off-season is mid-April through mid-December

Mexico--the off-season is mid-May through June

Tips on how to save money on your honeymoon:

  • When booking a hotel or car, ask if a discount is offered. That kind of information is not typically volunteered.

  • Always look for discounts such as credit card savings, entertainment and Diners Club savings, AAA, military, Rotary Club, or a honeymoon package.

  • Airfare for off-peak days (Sunday to Wednesday) will be substantially cheaper.

Consider all-inclusive packages such as the following for low-stress honeymoons.

Resorts--Seek places where everything is included (sometimes even the airfare).

Cruises--Find out the off-peak season for incredible discounts and upgrades.

Take it a step further and plan a "destination wedding." Hotels will bend over backward for you and will take care of every detail for the wedding.

Guests
Cynthia Muchnick
Former Columnist / Author
E-mail: MarryMe123@aol.com
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