Top 5 ways to save on a honeymoon destination

5. Visit a travel agent

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Irene Ross (shown here in 2005) of Ross Travel in Boston has proven her worth as a travel agent, despite increasing competition from online ticket brokers. Professional agents can find hidden gems like alternate hotels and other money-saving deals.

You might laugh at this; a travel agent seems so 20th century. The Internet can turn any Joe Schmoe into a travel agent. But professionals with the training and skills can find the gem of a hotel or even the hard-to-get deals that can turn a good honeymoon into a great one. If you feel like you want to explore all your possibilities, consider scheduling an appointment with one.

Whether you take the most lavish honeymoon possible or opt for a cost-friendly alternative, remember that a honeymoon is not a destination or a splurge. It’s a time to cherish each other’s company. Do that and your new life as a married couple will be off to a great and profitable start.

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