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"Where Lasting Memories Begin"
PAGE 12. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 1993.
Romantic spots for honeymooners
By Bonnie Gropp
For newlyweds the honeymoon is
the beginning of a new life together
and as such should be full of beau-
tiful memories; moonlit walks on
sandy-white beaches, romantic
dinners in secluded hideaways,
nocturnal swims in azure seas.
To help ensure it's a memorable
experience for both bride and
groom, however, the honeymoon,
like any aspect of a wedding,
should be discussed and carefully
planned for time constraints and
budget.
Experts, like Judy Crawford,
owner of Marlin Harbour Light
Travel in Goderich, suggests that
getting the honeymoon plans in
place early will relieve many
headaches during the rest of the
excitement. "It's one of the bigger
expenses and once a couple has
established what they can afford it's
a wise decision to get it settled,"
she says.
Don Pletsch of Robert Q Travel
in Clinton says though preferences
may vary one thing is certain,
"Honeymooners like to be pam-
pered."
Devon Hunter of Wingham Trav-
el agrees, adding they are also usu-
ally looking to go someplace warm
and to a resort for couples only.
"They are basically seeking some-
thing that's secluded," she said.
Tropical resorts are definitely the
'hot' picks for young lovers, with
their promise of romance, sunshine
and fun. "The attraction to places
like Couples and Sandals is hard to
explain," said Ms Crawford. "I
guess you could say the atmosphere
is geared to romanticism. "
With places like Jamaica,
Antigua, St. Kitts and Aruba to
choose from, picking a destination
is just one of the first decisions to
make. Linda Williams of Fettes
Travel in Listowel said that while
Antigua is popular this year, where
a couple decides to go often
depends on what they can afford.
There are a great many sugges-
tions to fit almost every budget. Ms
Hunter says couples can spend as
little as $500 per person or, for a
resort such as Sandals in Jamaica
during top season, $2,800 per per-
son for seven nights. This includes
the air fare, hotel, all food, drinks,
access to a private beach, riding,
scuba diving and snorkeling to
name just a few activities, she said.
Many destinations will throw in
little bonuses to entice travellers.
Ms Williams said Venture Tours
gives a free night at the Skyline
Hotel in Toronto prior to departure
or on return if you book an all-
inclusive package. Sun Quest's
favourite features destinations are
marked with a heart. Depending on
the hotel, Ms Williams said, guests
will receive a bottle of wine or
ocean view rooms.
"A lot of the 'couples only'
resorts offer bonuses like bottles of
champagne or chocolate, " said Ms
Hunter.
The Sandals resort in Jamaica has
a special wedding package. Ms
Williams said for $250 American
dollars you receive the wine, flow-
ers for the bride, a license from the
Jamaican tourist board, the minis-
ter, flowers, wedding cake, cham-
pagne, photo video, choice of
manicure or pedicure and even a
bridal attendant if you need one.
The happy couple is treated to a
sunset cruise, special dinner, break-
fast in bed and a surprise gift.
Another factor in choosing your
honeymoon haven is the time of
year. As most weddings occur dur-
ing the warmer months, it is not
always the perfect time of year to
head south, though it is somewhat
cheaper. Ms Hunter says, however,
that many couples married in sum-
mer will often put the honeymoon
trip south off for a time.
"Often couples will just take a
brief holiday after the wedding to
relax and get better acquainted,
says Ms Crawford. "Sometimes the
honeymoon can be stressful, too,
so small holidays can be a good
idea. That gives the newlyweds
time as well to set money aside for
a trip later in the year."
Honeymooning less far afield
needn't be mundane, the experts
say. There are many romantic hide-
aways close by, the Elora Mill and
Alton House near Toronto for
example. A personal favourite of
Ms Crawford's is Chesaning,
Mich., located north of Flint. "The
Victorian homes have been turned
into stores, the hotel suites have
four poster beds and jacuzzis. It's
just a perfect place," she said.
Niagara Falls is still a favourite
spot, according to the experts,
though Ms Crawford contributes
much of its appeal to nostalgia.
"We try to steer couples over to
Niagara-on-the-Lake," she said.
"It's very quaint."
Mr. Pletsch says that many cou-
ples fmd the famous tourist attrac-
tion to be almost as costly as hon-
eymoon trips down south, so in the
summer a lot of couples they deal
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Carrying
the bouquet
Bridal bouquets should be carried
gracefully, naturally and low
enough so details of the dress are
not hidden.
To keep the bouquet from
tipping, tuck the stem or holder of
the bouquet underneath your ring
finger. This keeps the top of the
bouquet upright where it can be
seen, as intended.
Arm bouquets look lovely and
natural when they rest in the crook
of the arm.
To keep them from slipping, curl
your index finger over the top of
the stems.
When you reach the altar, shift
your bouquet to the left hand and
the maid or matron of honor will
take it and hold it until the
ceremony is over.
Maid or matron of honor and
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both hands with elbows bent.
Arm bouquets are carried in the
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