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The Goderich Signal-Star, 1981-03-04, Page 45Hints for honeymoon Traditionally, planning and paying for the honeymoon has been the responsibility of the bridegroom, and; it still is a sensible arrangement, for the bride and her mother are totally im- mersed in plans for the wedding, the bridegroom's mother likely is worrying over. the logistics of the rehearsal dinner, and the fathers are lining up funds to foot the bills. That leaves only the bridegroom free to look at brochures, maps and time tables. Admittedly; in this era of working couples, bride and groom often plan and pay for their own wed- ding and it's possible they will pool funds for a trip, too. But whatever the decision on who pays and who plans, the hints and warnings are the same.. Honeymoons tend to fall into three main categories: (1) You drive - on a rambling tour, or to a resort, or maybe to taste big city life for a weekend. (2) You buy 'a "package" trip and fly away to exotic places or cruise through tropic seas. (3) Your new address is miles away, so the cross country trek, itself, is your honeymoon. First, think of in- surance for your possessions. If you have been under your parents' roof, youwere no doubt covered by their homeowners° policy. You will be on your own now! Find out what your car insurance covers, in case of theft of `contents'. Investigate renter's insurance. It may also cover your belongings while you are travelling. Ask about trip insurance, which can give peace of mind about cancellations. lost luggage or,accident. And take a tip from a couple who packed a convertible with wedding presents and left it parked overnight. One slash of the top allowed a thief to unlock the door and haul away the silver, china and crystal, to say nothim,.g..of the canisters and toaster. If you've done any amount of car travel, you know better than to leave valuables visible. Now let's assume you look forward , to a glamorous trip that will -be your life-long memory. Visit a travel agent and gather brochures. Ask questions -- and be absolutely honest aboutwhat you can spend. Make sure you know what a trip package in- cludes. Don't chance being in a foreign country (or even in the U.S.) luxuriating in a topnotch hotel without enough money to buy a meal. (One couple, travelling in the Orient, rejoiced at seeing prime rib on a menu after they had sampled unfamiliar foods for two weeks. They rejoiced until the check came! At the rate of currency exchange, they paid $187 for dinner!) Another snag can be Clinton's Newest Gift Shop in Clinton's Oldest house HAVE EVERYTHING . WE FOR WONG UP YOUR FIRST RLLY! WIE ...BEAUYIFv gifts', handicrafts, wicker accessories, bulk spices, imported teas, St. Mary's towels and sheets from our new Bath,.Boutique, kitchen dishes, crystal and cutlery from our Kitchen Boutique, silk flowers and arrangements THE BOARD AND BATTEN GIFTS AND HANDICRAFTS 9 Rnttenhury Street East. Clinton 482.37211 (/l'F:g:10 a.nl.-5:311 p.m.. also opi•n Frida night' 'til 6 p.m.; closed Wednesdays and Sunday,. the "extras." Your package deal may be "plus tax," and in some spots, especially for an extended stay, ' tax is pretty steep. Doour research ahead. How about tips? Local travel at stopovers? A knowledgeable travel agent will know what those extras cost at the other end of the line. One point on which you must confer, as man and wife, is. luggage. How much can you take? If it's to be a motor trip, the bridegroom must spell this out. A car trunk is not ©v ble'. rill bride must plan her wardrobe as carefully as her mother plans the reception. Any sports equipment should be given a trial run, to see just what the car can accommodate. And if you are buying a trip from a travel agent, make sure you un- derstand baggage limitations, especially for a 1 of tertrip ortour. The- luggage may yours to haul, at some points. You must be able to manage it. One young couple, just returned from a cruise, recommends carrying on et a. bag of essentials you'll want right away — "like bathing suits. It takes time for them to get your luggage ' to your stateroom." "That goes for charters and tour groups," another chimed in. "There's always the remote chance your suitcases will NEVER catch up with you." An important note: Make plans early and get confirmed reservations. It might seem funny years later, but a marriage is not exactly off on the right foot if you spend yvun wedding night sitting onyour -luggage in a train station or looking at "no vacancy" signs outside motels. Etiquette •frompagel6 beautiful and happy. Depending on the style of wedding and the time of day,. thebride may wear a short or Jong _dre _s_ar--nYait -a_td the groom, a 'trim well - tailored suit or tuxedo. Good taste and manners, along with the consideration of 'others, will result in a ceremony of remarriage being a joyous celebration of new-found happiness. _.r 1/ Your Credit Union is ready to help with... LOW COST LOANS *LOWER INTEREST RATES *REASONABLE RATES * LOANS LIFE INSURED Just a few of the many aduantagllfs you'll find when dealing with the... people helping people 1 e SAVINGS ACCOUNTS CNEOUING ACCOUNTS YOUR COMMUNITY CREDIT UNION GODERICH CLINTON 30 ST. DAVID ST. 70 ONTARIO ST. 324-8366 482-3467 Page 11, Niagara Falls popular with honeymooners Travel lightly. Certainly the "time of your life" is no time to be weighted down with lug- gage. pf course, you want totake what you will need, according to the climate you're heading into (your travel advisor can assist you here) , but you will want to -rely nn good -look— ing blouses, skirts, slacks,. shirts, undergarments, etc. of the most carefree fab- rics obtainable. Think mix -and -match, and you've got it made (al- most!) . A few good items, plus perhaps one marvel- oci0) r r 1 ,9 ous outfit, will do right by you; keep in mind that accessories can do a world of wonders, to suit the oc- casion. And by all means take comfortable shoes as well as that zippy pair you couldn't resist. Plan to get along on one suitcase each, plus flight bags--Yoii l -be.- glad you did! - Pack like- an expert. Pack one "ready -for -anything" 'bag, for last-minute items. nt,1lrrc awei Choose your wedding invitations with complete confidence from our elegant selection. ,which in- cludes announcements and all the correct wedding accessories et CVCI bit/ 3h/1 lid lt', Reception and Response Cards 'Invitations and Announcements G811.4et reties y • Albums • Guest Books • Jewellery • Coke Knives • Cake Lifters • Glasses • Personalized Wedding Scrolls CARMAN PHOTOGRAPHY (ERIC CARMAN PHOTOGRAPHY) 114 THE SQUARE GODERICH 524-7924