For a lot of couples, the wedding ceremony becomes such an expensive event that the honeymoon is almost an afterthought. If you live in Hawaii and can't pay for a lavish honeymoon because your wedding has you penniless, consider a nearby island vacation or think about heading out to Ihilani or Turtle Bay. The honeymoon is firstly about the quality time you spend as husband and wife than any destination you visit. If you're from the mainland or another country and have flown to Hawaii to get married, this probably is your honeymoon. In any case, here is some guidance to think about when planning your honeymoon. This information is also helpful if you're helping with out-of-town guest accommodations. Set a honeymoon budget. Plan everything from airfare, ground transportation, meals, spending money, entertainment and shopping. Mark it down and stay with it! Ask your travel agent about the ideal time of day and week to travel for the best value. Whether you're going to a neighbor island or Paris, talk with a good travel agent, ask a million questions. Get on the internet or peruse through a few bookstores and research your destination, places of interests, language barriers, culture, money exchange rates, travel insurance, etc. Schedule your flight at a decent time. If you're able, don't fly out the same day as your ceremony and don't leave too early the following morning, particularly if you have a later reception. You will want time to relax after the wedding and sleep in the next day. Inform the resort, hotel or bed and breakfast about your honeymoon. They could surprise you with special gifts - a better room, wine on the house or something special to help you celebrate. Ensure all your travel documents are current. Security is extra tight today and you need to ensure you have a current driver's license or photo ID. If you are traveling from overseas, make sure your passport is current. You will want to purchase your airline ticket using your maiden name because your photo ID needs to match the name on the ticket.