FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQS)Q. Where's the best place to go on a romantic holiday?
A. That depends alot on your interests, how much you want to spend, and the time of the year you want to travel. Do you like warm weather? Consider the Caribbean, South Pacific or Hawaii. Looking for adventure? How about Costa Rica or Mexico? Want a sophisticated European holiday like a stay in Paris or Rome? How about something really exotic such as Malaysia, Thailand or Bali? We have narrowed the world down to 45 of the most romantic destinations and this can be found at www.romanticplanet.ca.
Q. We're on a budget for our honeymoon. Where should we go?
A. I strongly believe 'budget' and 'honeymoon' should NOT be in the same sentence. This is your ONCE-IN-A-LIFETIME vacation - a time to get completely spoiled and a time to be inspired and be in awe of one another. Most times with travel, you get what you pay. You definitely don't want to skimp on your honeymoon because you will be creating memories on this trip that will last a lifetime. This doesn't mean you should get the most expensive hotel on the block either. A good travel agent will be able to provide you the honeymoon of your dreams, without breaking the bank. Traveling at low season for the destination of interest can save you hundreds of
dollars. Maybe consider staying 5 nights instead of 7 nights if it's a fancy (and expensive property) or spend your first 4 nights in the least expensive room category and then splurge for the oceanfront or luxury honeymoon suite for the remainder of your stay. Usually if you are open and honest with your travel agent about your budget, they will try and find the best possible destination and hotel that will fullfill your dreams.Q. Can you book a trip for us or send specific information on hotel and airline rates?
A. Yes. We do, however, encourage you to contact your local travel agency and ask that they book your romance travel package with Romantic Planet Vacations Inc. We are the only wholesale tour operator in Canada to specialize in honeymoons and destination weddings worldwide.
Q. How can we avoid hurricane season?
A. Hurricane season in the Caribbean and is now June 1 - Oct. 31. The chances are still slim that one will land on your front step, at your hotel, at your location, at your country, at that time of your trip but it's important to always be aware that it CAN happen. If you are still set on the Caribbean for this time, you may want to consider countries that are less likely to be hit such as Aruba (because it's located lower than the hurricane belt) and Turks and Caicos (because it's located higher than the hurrican belt).
Q. Should we go with all-inclusive or EP?A. An all-inclusive package includes activities, all meals, and drinks. They are most popular in the Dominican Republic, Mexico, Cuba and Jamaica. However, they can also be found in Antigua, Bahamas, BVI, St. Lucia, Puerto Rico, Fiji, Costa Rica, and Bali. Many like the all-inclusive feature for the value and peace-of-mind of not having to carry your wallet everywhere. Those who like the EP (European Plan or hotel room only) like that they don't feel restricted to just eat at the hotel and can explore cuisine outside the walls of the resort. They also like variety and quality of food over the common buffet-style of food found at all-inclusive resorts. A good middle-ground is staying at an EP hotel but ordering their meal plan for a couple of days.
Q. Where is the best place you've been to?
A. This is by far the most difficult question that I can answer as each place has offered so much. I very much enjoyed Malaysia for it's high standards in accommodations, prestine beaches, culture and cuisine. I loved the Cook Islands for it's quaint feel - like you were just one of the locals, the Dominican Republic for the people, Rome for it's romantic aura and history, London for all of the action and shopping, Panama for it's beauty and untainted landscape, Australia because it felt just like 'home' and many, many, many more.
Q. What are the wedding requirements for various countries?
A. We have added this to our web-site at http://www.romanticplanet.ca/weddingrequirements.html
