www.womanthismonth.com 97 May 2015 MID-RANGE MAVERICKS Yes you’ve kept aside a sizeable portion of your savings for the holiday, but beware of going overboard. People tend to add a few extra days or take frequent updates whenever offered just because, at the beginning, the sum of money makes you believe you can live in the French Riviera for a month. Choose a beautiful location that will give you high-end, moderate and budget staying and dining options. This way while sticking to your strict itinerary, you can allow yourself a few days to splurge and if you realise the cash reserve is dwindling, you can switch to budget mode. Europe’s a great choice with its vibrant cities, culture and stunning architecture. Being only a few hours’ flight away from the Kingdom, the continent makes travelling easy and always affordable for midrange honeymooners. If you seek a tropical haven, resorts in the Maldives and Seychelles, contrary to popular notions, can come in under budget if booked in time. THE BIG SPLURGE I f your pocket runs deep, the sky’s the limit for you; so try to make it really special. Travel agents will offer cookie-cutter getaways – a luxury cruise or stay in a lavish spa resort, but we suggest you should get a little more creative than that. Look for exotic, unknown nooks that promise privacy and serenity. Be it a private island experience in the Caribbean or a reclusive ski resort in the Alps, the word is bespoke, so remember to personalise the experience. There are many companies that specialise in luxury travel which can customise the holiday to your liking, from providing yacht charters to organising surprises for your spouse. Trade in a few indulgences for extra time if you can, for instance maybe four more days in the junior suite instead of just two in your luxurious villa. Luxury travel is all about extras, so check with your hotel about the services it offers, perhaps book a sensual couple’s massage followed by a glass of sparkling. Don’t make it all about luxury; keep an element of adventure or excitement. Maybe you can choose to go for a safari in Kenya or scuba diving on Australia’s Great Barrier Reef. Switzerland Venice Kenya Maldives Vienna
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