HONEYMOON TIPS

1. Knowledge is power. Do some research on the places you plan to visit so you will know what to expect.
This will help eliminate the anxiety of "what-if" running through your head.


2. Rest up before you go -- you'll enjoy your trip more and worry less if you are well rested and energetic.
If flying long distances, you might want to stop over for a night or two along the way.


3. Before you go, make a copy of the opening page of your passport and other important travel documents
and keep them separate from the actual documents when you travel. Then you won't panic if
those documents are lost or stolen.


4. Learn basic phrases of the local language -- you'll feel more in control.

5. Stay connected to friends and family through periodic e-mails or telephone calls -- it will help keep you
from feeling isolated. Make certain to provide them with your itinerary with contact numbers at the
hotels where you'll be staying. You should also bring your cellular phone or purchase a satellite phone
just in case.

6. If music relaxes you, make certain that you take your favorite CD's or tapes along -- you may not be
able to find your favorite titles or artists overseas. Bring along a transistor radio so you can listen to the
BBC or other English language stations.


7. Learn some deep breathing exercises or other relaxation techniques that are easy to do.


8. Exercising can also help you relax. Before booking your hotels, find out what facilities or access to
health clubs they have. If you prefer, there are exercises that can be done on the floor in your hotel
room. Consider bringing along a jump rope or other easy-to-pack exercise product.


9. Try to blend in -- avoid wearing obvious "country specific" symbols such as team sports shirts. Sample
the local culture and take note of and follow local customs, so you won't feel like you're sticking out
from the crowd.

10. Make sure you have a resource for medical and personal safety assistance lined up, such as SOS
Global Traveler assistance services, which provide telephone access 24/7 to your countries doctors.
That way should you need help, you'll always know who to call.