Honeymoon Cruising

Honeymooners often opt to cruise for not only the usual cruise reasons, but also because as newlyweds, they can also get special treatment, attention, and services. Once you're married for a while, a cruise is also an excellent way to celebrate an anniversary.

No ships that I am aware of have a bridal suite, like many hotels do. but most, if not all, have double, queen-, or king-sized beds for the happy couple. They also have tables for two in the dining room, and many of the public dining areas, in case you do not want to share your meals with other people. Book and request the tables early, as they are very limited.

Many cruise ships depart on Sundays, so the more common Saturday weddings will not be impacted. In fact, the cruise line can also arrange for you to stay that night in a hotel near the ship.

Sure, you can share your honeymoon on one of the amazingly gorgeous behemoth floating cities, but for a more intimate honeymoon experience, you might want to look into opting for a smaller vessel, such as those by Seabourn, Regent, Silversea, or Windstar.

The forward part of the ship, although a little noisy with wind, is the most secluded and not the best lit area of the ship. What a great place to get a nice little cuddle.

A cruise line's honeymoon packages often include:

a private captain's cocktail party for honeymooners only

a set of crystal champagne or wine glasses

complimentary champagne or wine

honeymoon cruise certificate

champagne and caviar for breakfast

flowers in your suite/cabin

complimentary cake and even

special t-shirts

Not all are available on all ships, of course. Check ahead to see what you get offered, or have to pay a little extra for.

To avoid and confusion or complication, take a copy of your marriage certificate with you since your passports will probably not have been amended yet.

If you will be getting married at a port, such as Bermuda or Hawaii, and will be taking your wedding dress with you, you should be able to hang it up in the dressing room on the side of the main auditorium stage.

So, when you're ready to book that honeymoon cruise, make sure to do it at www.kingarthur.myttn.com first!