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Honeymoon Planning Timeline | Uptown Events

Honeymoon planning timeline from Jessica Upton

If you’ve been following us for a bit, you know we work with some amazing wedding planners in Austin. One of our favorites is Jessica Upton of Uptown Events! She not only plans incredible weddings, but she also specializes in travel advice and helping plan honeymoons

With the wild ride of planning a wedding, and all of the stress, your honeymoon can often take a seat in the back. Luckily, Jessica with Uptown Events in Austin, Texas has written up a timeline to ensure your vacation planning goes smooth and stress-free. 

6-9 MONTHS IN ADVANCE

-Decide on a budget and travel dates (or range of date options)

-Begin working with a professional travel advisor

-Select a destination/s

-consider the weather during the time you plan to travel

-keep in mind how long you have to travel vs. how long it takes to get to the destination

4-6 MONTHS IN ADVANCE

-Purchase flights & book hotels. Use those points you’ve accrued on your credit card from all the wedding expenses to pay for your flights!

-Book transportation & activities

3 MONTHS IN ADVANCE

-Apply for your passport

-Get necessary visas and vaccinations: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel

-Consider purchasing travel insurance

-Things to remember: hurricane season and health issues can affect your trip!

2 MONTHS IN ADVANCE

-Make reservations at spas, restaurants, or anything additional you want to do while on your honeymoon!

3-4 WEEKS IN ADVANCE

-Review your travel documents

-When working with us this is the time we take care of a couple of things for you! We will request early check ins and late check outs when needed, be provided all the travel vouchers needed, and we’ll provide you with a document to leave behind with family so they will know where you are and when.

WEEK OF YOUR HONEYMOON!

-Pack (consider your airlines luggage restrictions for the ticket category you selected)

-Don’t forget cash for tipping and to get the local currency if needed

-Check the weather

-Check with your cell phone carrier on coverage

DAY BEFORE

-Double check flight times

-Label your luggage

While it’s certainly possible to plan your trip in less time, following this timeline will minimize stress and lead you to a better planned honeymoon vacation! 

Thank you so much to our amazing friend Jessica, for writing up something so incredible for you and your partner on your planning journey!

 

A little bit more about Jessica (pictured above!)!
Jessica Upton specializes in honeymoon vacations, anniversary trips and destination weddings. With 15 years of experience in the hospitality industry, exceptional service is always guaranteed. The attention to detail and personalized experiences she provides each of her clients, has them returning year after year to plan their next unique vacation experience. Jessica is also mom to two beautiful boys that are fun, and bound to be best friends!