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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1986-02-19, Page 54Showcase '86, page 34 oneymoon Not only is the honeymoon a tradition for newlyweds, it may be a necessity. s anyone who's ever been involved h a wedding knows, there is a lot of sress involved in preparation. A honey- moon gives a couple the chance to relax and wind down. It also seems to provide a needed psychological transition between being single and being married. Beyond this, the purpose of the honey- moon has changed somewhat over the years. The popular image of a honey- moon is of a special time when a just - married couple goes off for a "getting to know you" period of privacy. While oorileo' is not only a tradition but a privacy and romance are still on the list of honeymooners' desires, new social trends such as living together before marriage have brought out a different emphasis. Today, fewer couples are choosing to take the sort of honeymoon where they spend a week or so alone in an isolated cabin. Instead, they prefer more action - resorts and locations that include sports, entertainment, gourmet food and plenty of sights to see. According to travel agent Bruce Myers, the main consideration in planning a honeymoon should be honesty between • / o Q At Les Ciseaux our hair designers have a special flair for giving each client a contemporary style that is uniquely theirs. With the booking of the entire wedding party the Bride or Groom will receive their hair designed compliments of EAR PIERCING NOW AVAILABLE 3 ALBERT ST. CLINTON 482-3826 [es Ciseauy HAIR SHOP the bride and groom. How do each of you really want to spend your honeymoon? Hiking? Skiing? Shopping? Sunning? Once the decision has been made, Myers said, make your plans early. You'll have a better chance of getting the exact accommodations you want at the time you want. Otherwise, you may be disappointed by having to pay more because rooms in your price range are all taken. necessity To save money be certain to in- vestigate off-season travel rates - some location is going to be'off-season no mat- ter what time of the year you are mar- ried. Also ask about special fares on land and in the air for weekday and night - flight excursions. To find out about addi- tional savings, you could write to airline tour departments, hotel chain head- quarters and individual resorts for brochures, rate sheet • nd honeymoon package details. An open carriage to wisk away the bride and groom and their bridal party following the ceremony adds a delightful memory to your special day. ( photo by Colleen Maguire SILVER & STAINLESS STEEL FLATWARE