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Honeymoon Cost Cutting Tips
By Megan Mercer
Last Update: January 3, 2005

If you and your fiancé are like most newlyweds, you don't have a lot of money to splurge on your honeymoon.  Whether you are broke from the wedding or still paying on your college loans, you too deserve a romantic getaway.  Here are some cost saving tips to help you get started! 

1.   Book Ahead
Since you and your fiancé should know your travel dates well in advance, take advantage of the early booking deals offered in the travel industry.  Contact your travel agent, hotel, airline, car rental company, etc.. and ask about any special rates, packages or incentives offered for booking early.  Avoid having to make any last minute travel arrangements...they are bound to cost more!

2.  Go All Inclusive
With all food, drinks, taxes, tips, and entertainment included in the price and paid for upfront, all inclusive resorts/cruises can save you plenty of money! Also you won't have the added stress of carrying lots of cash and dealing with conversion rates! 

3.  Stay Close to Home
Look for a local bed & breakfast, inn or tourist attraction within driving distance. Without the cost of airfare, taxicabs, or rental cars you can do a lot more for the money!  Often hitting a local hide-away can be more romantic and less stressful than dealing with long flights, jet lag, and lost luggage. 

4.  Take a Cruise
Cruises are a very popular option for many newlyweds! Although each one is different, many cruises are all inclusive and some port in several different locations allowing you to see & experience more for the money!

5.  Serf the Web!
There are many websites that can help you uncover the lowest prices for airfare, hotel rooms, and car rentals at your honeymoon destination!