ACCOMMODATION

6.      Is it non-smoking? A really important question if you or your partner is a smoker, but just as important if you are non-smokers. The smell of smoke does linger and can effect people with allergies, so if you have concerns you should ask  - it’s better to be safe than sorry.

7.      What is the bed set-up? Perhaps the most important question for a honeymoon couple. There’s no bigger romance-killer than arriving and finding that the King Size bed you hoped for is two singles instead, or even worse, bunk-beds! Make sure you check this up in advance.

8.      What time is checkout? If check-out is 9am but you won’t be departing till 11pm, then this can put a big dampener on your final day. See if you can arrange a late check-out, even if it means you have to pay a few extra quid.

9.      What are the catering arrangements? Check out the article entitled Food and Drink for more details on this.

10.  Are there any ‘preferred rooms’? Obviously not applicable to all accommodation types, but where it is you should find out if certain rooms offer greater exclusivity or easier access to amenities. You will probably want to avoid rooms with miles to walk or ones 'just above the bar', but unless you ask in advance there’s a chance that you won’t be able to!

Your accommodation is one of the most important parts of your Honeymoon, so it is worth checking out everything in advance. A few minutes on the phone direct to the owners, managers or staff can save a vast amount of stress and irritation when you get there.