Honeymoons Books

Honeymoon with My Brother: A Memoir

Franz Wisner

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Total reviews: 159 Average rating: 4.0 of 5

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Franz Wisner had the world by the tail. He was engaged to the beautiful Annie, with whom he shared a passion for conservative politics and a command of quotes from the movie This Is Spinal Tap. He worked as a government-relations official for a California real-estate giant, rubbing elbows with bigwig politicians. But then his fiancée dumped him days before their wedding, and his boss demoted him. So he dragged his younger brother, Kurt, a Seattle realtor and divorcé, to Costa Rica for his already-scheduled honeymoon, where Wisner spilled his guts to a prostitute in the hotel bar. ("Not once did it occur to me that I was having a heart-to-heart with a woman who faked orgasms for a living.")

Both inspired and desperate, the two quit their jobs, sold their houses, gave away their belongings, and traveled the world for two years, romping through Europe in a newly purchased Saab, then hitting the Middle East, Southeast Asia, South America, and Africa. Along the way, Wisner got to know his brother in a way he never had ("Kurt had become ... my new best friend") and fought to move past his failed relationship.

Wisner's story is straightforward, heartfelt, and highly readable--though without any true, biting insights--and should connect with readers who've gone through a breakup, career change, or midlife crisis, or fantasized about quitting the rat race. His best travel tip? Throw away the guidebooks, and talk to the locals instead. --Andy Boynton

Cocktails In Tahiti

Richard Bondurant

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Total reviews: 13 Average rating: 5.0 of 5

Experience a whole new world of Cocktails! 5 out of 5 stars.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

Always looking for new and exciting cocktails to try, I purchased this book. Each page became more interesting, not only for the drinks presented but for the knowledge that Mr. Bondurant shares about Tahiti, it's culture, local accomodations, etc.

The photos are exceptional and each drink I have mixed has been better than the last. I have bought several as gifts for coworkers and friends. You won't be disappointed!

What a fun and entertaining book! 5 out of 5 stars.
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Not only does this book have a wealth of information on a destination we long to travel to, but it offers a wide variety of fun and DELICIOUS drinks.
We love to entertain and it has been great having 'Cocktails in Tahiti' out at our parties...quite a conversation piece! Everyone loves the stunning photos of Tahiti, the scrumptious drinks, and the intriguing facts of the islands. Thank you!

Great book! 5 out of 5 stars.
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Wow! What a great book! We received it as a gift, which was perfect since my husband and I spent our honeymoon in Tahiti. Several things make this book great. First, the information about Tahiti is factual and entertaining to read. Second, the photos are amazing. Third, not only are the drinks easy to make, they are awesome! Kudos to Richard Bondurant.

The Ultimate Guide to the World's Best Wedding & Honeymoon Destinations

Elizabeth Lluch

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Total reviews: 3 Average rating: 3.5 of 5

Great overview... good starting place for trip-planning... 5 out of 5 stars.
25 of 26 people found this review helpful.

This book has provided me with a fantastic starting point for honeymoon-planning... As someone who has had a fairly extensive and diversified travel "portfolio", I have found this book to be very helpful in providing me with ideas for new and exotic places to visit. It's not packed with too much information, but gives enough of an overview to let you know whether you would like to pursue more details or if the hotel is not quite what you are looking for...

One drawback: not a great book if you are looking for a low-budget vacation, as most of the hotels included in it are quite pricey... If you are looking for a more economical vacation, I would recommend something like "Hip Hotels: Budget".

Waste of time and money 2 out of 5 stars.
7 of 7 people found this review helpful.

This book seems like a collection of glossy travel brochures. There is little information given for comparison (e.g. trying to decide which region to go to) and a lot of the text is repeated verbatim for many of the resorts. The 'useful information' provided for each resort includes things such as "the gift shop has an excellent collection of souvenir t-shirts." I really doubt anyone is choosing their wedding/honeymoon destination based on this. However, my biggest problem with this book is that it seems to favor certain resort chains, which makes me question its objectivity. Specifically, 2 Sheraton resorts that we have visited in Hawaii on previous vacations were given superb reviews. In our experience, they were a little run-down (with the rooms in sore need of renovation) and had below average facilities (obviously a beautiful natural setting, but disappointing swimming pools, etc). Fine for a four-day getaway, but I would have been very disappointed had I read this review and gone there for my honeymoon or wedding. This makes me question the accuracy of the other writeups in the book.

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Offers 300 pages of indepth information and stunning photography on over 200 of the most popular wedding and honeymoon destinations from around the globe.

Modern Bride Honeymoons and Weddings Away: The Complete Guide to Planning Your Romantic Trip Ever (Modern Bride Library)

Geri Bain

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Total reviews: 5 Average rating: 2.0 of 5

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America's #1 bridal magazine helps you plan the trip of your dreams

A wedding trip you'll remember forever--even if your tastes in travel are very different! One of you likes sailing, the other gets seasick. One's an avid mountain-climber, the other adores museums. One enjoys water-skiing, the other prefers snow. This informative, fun-filled guide will help you find the perfect honeymoon for both of you.

And, if you think that having the wedding at your honeymoon location might be even more romantic, here's how to make it happen...just about anywhere in the world! From making sure your wedding is legal, to finding a photographer who will capture those once-in-a-lifetime memories--even in the most remote spots--this book will make your wedding away a truly beautiful experience.

Wherever your dreams take you, planning should be part of the fun. This invaluable guide is filled with questions and answers, straightforward facts, and money- and time-saving tips. You'll find everything you need to make sure that all your travel memories are happy ones, including:
* Checklists and worksheets to help organize your planning and keep you on budget
* Practical pointers on travel packages, cruises, and foreign travel
* Tips for creating romantic moments throughout your trip
* Ways to avoid stressful situations
* Highlights of the most romantic honeymoon spots, including Hawaii, the Caribbean, the Bahamas, Bermuda, the continental United States, Mexico, Europe, Canada, and the South Pacific

Honeymoon Vacations for Dummies

Reid Bramblett

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Honeymoon Vacations for Dummies has everything you need to plan the perfect honeymoon from special honeymoon hotel deals to the most romantic restaurants..Our expert author has chosen a range of destinations and adventures to suit every taste and budget: relax on the pink sand beaches of Bermuda, dive the seas in Cozumel or linger over dessert at a Paris cafe. Filled with planning tips and worksheets, and brimming with candid, evocative restaurants and accommodation reviews, Honeymoon Vacations for Dummies will make planning your honeymoon a snap! Free daily eTips at dummies.com Your insider's guide to the best places and prices The fun and easy way to plan your honeymoon Whether you dream about tropical bliss in Hawaii, Mexico, or the Caribbean or you're drawn to romantic places such as Paris, this friendly guide helps you plan a honeymoon that you'll cherish for a lifetime. Discover: Down-to-earth trip-planning advice What you shouldn't miss and what you can skip The best hotels and restaurants for every budget Lots of detailed maps Travel smart! www dummies.com Sign up for daily eTips at www dummiesdaily.com Choose from among 33 different subject categories

Travel Therapy: Where Do You Need to Go?

Karen Schaler

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The Most Romantic Resorts for Destination Weddings, Marriage Renewals & Honeymoons

Paulette Cooper, Paul Noble

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Total reviews: 15 Average rating: 3.5 of 5

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This unique guide is:

The first book to identify everything you need to know about destination weddings, marriage renewals, and honeymoon packages offered by more than 135 elegant hotels and cruise ships in the Caribbean, Mexico, Hawaii and U.S.

The first book to tell you which resorts will marry you or renew your vows FOR FREE if you stay there.

The first book that reveals what hundreds of people really thought about the resorts after staying there. The resorts chosen for this book will put everything together for your wedding (or renewal). All offer a ceremony with an official. Many also include a beautifully decorated wedding site, flowers, cake, photographers, and special touches, like free romantic dinners, or breakfast in bed after the ceremony. And in many places–and only this book tells you where–they'll even provide all of this for free! You'll also learn the lowdown that you won't find in any other guidebooks. The secrets and details your travel agent doesn't even know. Vital information that will help you decide which resort you want to choose.

You'll learn:

Which offer wedding, renewal or honeymoon packages,

What these packages cost,

What is included in each package,

Which religious ceremonies are conducted, Whether they obtain the marriage license and fill out the paperwork for you,

Whom to contact at the hotel to arrange a ceremony,

How much extra it costs to bring guests to the ceremony, How far in advance you have to book a wedding or renewal (from 2 hours to 6 months!),

How long you have to stay before you can get married,

Whether it's an all-inclusive hotel,

The most romantic rooms,

Whether it's an adults-only resort,

If children are allowed, whether there are special prices & programs for them,

How large the resort is,

What their web page is and how to contact them by e-mail,

How far they are from the airport,

Most important – this book will tell you what these places are really like. Other travel guides only relate the experiences and opinions of the author. This one tells you what hundreds of guests who went to these resorts really thought about them.

101 Top Honeymoon Destinations: The Guide to Perfect Places for Passion (Little Black Books) (Little Black Book)

Elizabeth Arrighi Borsting

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What comes to mind when someone says 'honeymoon'? Niagara Falls? Well, that's just one of the 101 top destinations covered in this handy pocket guide to the best places in the world to celebrate your marriage! Themed chapters include Cosmopolitan, Adventure, Luxurious, Exotic, Cruise, Celebrity, Classic (where you'll find Niagara Falls!), and Island & Beachfront. Each destination details: The Big Picture; Special Places to Stay; and Top Romantic Pastimes. No matter what type of honeymoon you're looking for wedded bliss begins here.

Best Designed Honeymoon Hotels (Best Designed)

Martin Nicholas Kunz, Hanna Martin

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Romance is often associated with baroque style, with kitsch and plush. Modern architecture and design do not usually spring to mind. And yet, it is exactly those well-designed locations which give the sensuous kick for those most wonderful hours in life, and not the classical kitschy haunts. Places whose mere appearance give us a tingle of fascination. Because the colours, materials and forms exude perceptible harmony and the architecture blends into the often breathtaking natural surroundings. In the new volume "best designed honeymoon hotels" the team of authors has compiled more than 30 honeymoon hotels from around the world, each in its own way a minor architectural masterpiece. With more than 200 brilliant colour photos, the 168 page book illustrates a world of kitsch-free romantic highlights. Brief texts describe the special features of the individual hotels, a detailed index contains all the information, contact details and addresses.

How to Have a Fabulous, Romantic Honeymoon on a Budget

Diane Warner

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How to Have a Fabulous, Romantic Honeymoon on a Budget 5 out of 5 stars.
6 of 6 people found this review helpful.

This book is by far one of the best common sense travel books I have ever read. My husband and I chose to splurge on one of the more expensive honeymoons staying on a resort in the Poconos. This book helped us to afford this extravagance and offered many additional suggestions about other places to visit along the way. Tips on booking affordable flights, eating inexpensively, and securing nice but affordable lodging was included. This book goes state by state, so you will find a perfect, romantic honeymoon even in your home state. We have re-used this book to plan other vacations, and I loan it out to many of my friends and family members when they are choosing family vacations. This book is a must have.

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Offers advice on gathering information about honeymoon travel, finding the best bargains in honeymoon travel, dining on a budget, getting an affordable rental car, and other information. Original.