Marriage Happiness: Why Research Shows Having a Honeymoon is Important!
Due to cost and logistical concerns, many couples are putting off or not taking a
traditional honeymoon after their wedding. But are honeymoons still important?
Recent research indicates YES! I will be breaking down all the deets in this blog!
A Time To Re-Focus & Connect!
Happy couple enjoying each other
A honeymoon can be an excellent bridge between the whirlwind of wedding planning,
logistics, constant choices, and problem-solving into the euphoria of being newlyweds,
away from the familiar surroundings of everyday life! Your honeymoon allows you to
unplug and focus on each other! This sets the tone instantly for making each other a
priority instead of life pushing you in every different direction.
My honeymoon was in Jamaica and the moment I arrived at the resort all my stress was released. Our Butler took our luggage, and we were swept off to the spa to be pampered with a couples massage, sauna and our favorite drinks. It was just what we needed to start our honeymoon bliss.
Whether it’s lounging on a beach,
exploring a vibrant city, or immersing yourselves in nature, the honeymoon is your
well-deserved escape.
Creating Cherished Memories:
Honeymoons are not just about the destination but about shared experiences.
Whether exploring exotic locales, trying new cuisines, or simply enjoying each other’s
company under a starlit sky, your honeymoon is a canvas for creating cherished
memories. These shared moments can be vitally
important to your relationship, especially when you may be stuck in a rut or feeling the
pressure of everyday life.
Building Stronger Bonds: YES! Honeymoon Suites are Still a Thing Too!
The honeymoon is a time for undivided attention. Away from the daily grind, couples
can genuinely connect, communicate, and deepen their understanding of each other. A
honeymoon also allows you to strengthen your intimacy with each other both
physically and emotionally. All these new experiences, quality time, and, if you can
afford it, being in a romantic, pampering honeymoon suite will also help bring you
closer together! And YES! Honeymoon suites are still a thing! I encourage you to use a
travel agent to book your honeymoon, as they can take what you envision and give you
precisely what you are looking for in your honeymoon.
Setting the Tone for Future Marriage Success:
Having a honeymoon can also set the tone for future marriage success and happiness,
especially if you continue to travel together. According to PR Newswire & Honeyfund, a
wedding gift registry, “upwards of 90% of couples who have taken at least 3 or more
romantic trips since their honeymoon rate their marriage as good to excellent. Out of
people who rate their marriage as not good, 78% do not travel regularly.
Taking a honeymoon can be a catalyst to having a unique and
intimate connection that can be one of the super glues that hold your marriage
together through thick and thin, easy times, and stressful times.
Prioritize Your Relationship to Keep The Honeymoon Effect Going
Prioritizing your relationship is one of the hidden keys to a successful and happy
relationship! Your honeymoon is the perfect way to start your marriage by prioritizing a
much-needed break from all the stress of wedding planning and the pressures of
everyday life! In some ways, you are recharging your relationship batteries and
re-discovering why you fell in love in the first place! This should be just the beginning
of intentionally planning regular dates, weekend getaways, and future romantic trips to
keep your relationship fresh and re-charged regularly.
Learn More: 6 Bucket List Destinations For a Dream Honeymoon
What if You Can’t Afford a Honeymoon?
I realize everyone is in a different situation, both logistically and financially. If you just
can’t swing a honeymoon after your wedding, I encourage you to plan a short getaway,
maybe to a nearby significant city at a luxury hotel or a secluded bed & breakfast for at
least 3 nights! You both still need the opportunity to unplug, romance, and reconnect
with each other after all the wedding stuff and have some much-needed time together.
Then, within the next year or two, do your best to plan a proper honeymoon for at least
7 nights, where you can go somewhere special like Puerto Vallarta, Hawaii, or Costa
Rica. Again, I highly encourage you to use a Puerto Vallarta, Costa Rica, or Hawaii
travel agent who specializes in these destinations to get everything you are looking for
on your honeymoon.
Read my Blog on a honeymoon in Puerto Vallarta
Sign Up For a Honeymoon Registry:
You can also sign up for a honeymoon registry, such as Honeyfund, Zola, or Joy! This
can be a great way to fund your honeymoon. Plus, let’s face it: in today’s world, many
couples already have enough household items to get by, so why not fund your
honeymoon?
https://www.honeyfund.com/
https://www.zola.com/wedding-registry
https://withjoy.com/honeymoon-registry/
As I wrap up this post on the significance of taking a honeymoon, it becomes evident
that your honeymoon is more than just a typical getaway. A honeymoon represents a
conscious investment in the health of your marriage. When you prioritize nurturing
your relationship through the honeymoon experience, you set the stage for a more
resilient and fulfilling partnership, where the new bonds of love and memories created
during this particular time continue to blossom over the years.
If you are in deep with your honeymoon planning but may need some help or guidance,
please schedule a complimentary 30-minute FREE honeymoon strategy
session*.🌴💑
