A lot of people don't think very much about their honeymoon. After the intense pressure of the wedding, the fact that it's supposed to be perfect and all of the stresses that go into preparing for such a huge event, it's perfectly natural to simply want to go home and sleep for a few days. If that's what you want, it's perfectly acceptable. Most people won't judge you on your honeymoon, so it isn't about social status. But if you and your new spouse feel like doing something else, you have that right. The big thing is, what are you going to do and how will you do it?

Going Big?

Some people just go to a nice bed and breakfast that isn't far from some nice hiking trails and some scenic vistas. It's simple, it's not too expensive and it doesn't require a lot of flying around and dealing with passports and security. Sometimes it may only be a few miles down the road in the next town over. However, some people love the kind of trip that they can spend a lifetime bragging about. If you've ever wanted to go to Hawaii, the south of France or maybe on an African safari, this might be your best chance ever. You'll have some time off of work, and you might not have had any children yet, so give it a go. Knowing what you want to do and how difficult it'll be is a solid step.

Getting There

As nice as it is to feel spontaneous, sometimes you need to plan how you'll actually go on your adventure. This involves making sure things like your passport, your tickets and a bunch of other logistical matters are settled sooner instead of later. Just a quick check is usually enough, but sometimes you will run into an issue that could take some time to settle up. If this happens, you'll be glad you started in advance.

What to Do

What do you really want to do on your honeymoon? Naturally, lots of cuddling and sipping champagne are traditional activities, but it goes deeper than that. There might be all kinds of shared experiences you want to have with your new mate, and now is as good a time as any to have them all.

Waiting Awhile

Sometimes there are just too many things going on at once to have your honeymoon right after your wedding. It's okay to wait awhile, or even wait a few years before you have a big, fancy honeymoon. If your finances aren't yet together enough or you have a health problem, this is totally reasonable. Sometimes you also have responsibilities such as a sick family member that get in the way of your celebration. You're still with the one you love most, and that's the part that really matters.