A honeymoon without uninvited surprises*

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Our honeymoon is one of the most important trips of our lives, which is why nothing should be left to luck. Everything should be booked, having your luggage ready…have you dealt with every aspect that will make this trip a truly pleasant one? Read closely, this will interest you.

Once you have reservations and your tickets, keep them somewhere safe along with your passport (in case your trip is abroad). Take your time and make a list of all the things that you must pack. This might seem tedious but it is the most helpful thing to do in order to avoid setbacks and undesired problems. People who rush last minute forget necessary things such as cameras, clothes, credit cards, new shoes, etc.

Things you must take into account

1 The list of things you must do and take should be done a long time before the wedding, since things can be added day by day and this way everything will be ready on the day you leave on your honeymoon without having to worry about anything but enjoying.
2 If you are spending your honeymoon abroad don’t forget to call your bank before traveling so your credit card will be authorized to spend. Do not rely solely on credit cards, always carry some cash in your wallet. Sometimes credit cards don’t work and it might cause limitations until the problem is solved. Make sure you have paid for all the taxes that come with the ticket so you won’t have to wait more time in the airport before boarding.
3 If you have any trouble with your bags once you reach your destination, make sure to prove that nothing is missing and let the airline know about your claim. In case you have missing items, airlines can reimburse the value of these articles, paying a maximum stipulated in their company policies.
4 When you arrive it is recommended to ask for your passports to be kept in a safe. Take copies of your passport this way you avoid problems caused by robbery. If you lose your passport you must fill out a police report and immediately go your country’s embassy or consulate so you can leave the country freely.
5 If you lose a credit card it is very important to call international assistance so they can block it for you. Write this number down and keep it in your wallet or a safe place.
6 Get insurance for your trip which includes guaranteed medical services. Medicine in certain countries is very expensive and curing a simple flu might cost a great deal of money. There are some European countries, for example, that don’t allow tourists to enter the country without insurance.
7 If you are going to rent a car don’t forget that some countries will ask for an international driving license. Find out if your country and the one you are visiting have any covenants so you know what to do if this is the case. Some countries allow you to drive with your original license if there is some kind of agreement between the two.
8 Get informed about tipping percentages in the country you are visiting so you will not have any embarrassing moments. There are places where tips are obligatory.
9 If you want to take a drive in your rental car during the nighttime make sure you find out which places are safe for tourists. This kind of mistake can dramatically ruin your honeymoon.
10 Before traveling make sure you know what the weather will be like during your stay. This way you can pick clothes that are appropriate for the weather. Tranquility during your honeymoon is priceless. Don’t let a bad combination of improvisation and rushing damage these highly expected days of your life