With the average honeymoon costing £2,781.88* many brides to be can feel as though their dream honeymoon is out of reach. However, as long as you’re a little money savvy, you can still travel to some of the most popular destinations with a few simple swaps.

To give you a helping hand, Louis Bridger, general manager at International Currency Exchange has shared his advice to how to save money on your honeymoon in five of the most popular summer holiday destinations.**

With its miles of white sand beaches, spectacular Indian Ocean views and forested backdrops, Mauritius is a beautiful and varied destination to celebrate a wedding or honeymoon. Whether guests would like to get married on the island or spend some post-wedmin time in Mauritius for a relaxing honeymoon, there are plenty of new offerings for couples and newlyweds to enjoy during their time on the paradise island.

With the Caribbean islands, Miami and South Africa being some of the most popular winter honeymoon destinations, the likelihood is that you will be in it for the long-haul as the average minimum flight time to warmer winter climes stands at about four hours thirty minutes at the very least.  

For those with poor circulation, being seated for a long time on flights longer than four hours can not only increase the risk of developing blood clots and Deep Vein Thrombosis, it can also prevent efficient circulation of oxygenated blood around the body causing aching and swollen ‘heavy’ legs.  

The Waldhaus Flims Alpine Grand Hotel and Spa: where breath-taking Alpine scenery meets the Grandezza of the Belle Epoque. The perfect setting to celebrate a truly fairytale wedding, this mountain retreat is located in the heart of the Swiss Alps. Waldhaus Flims has also been named the 6th most beautiful wedding location in Switzerland at the Swiss Location Awards®.

New research from travel company Yellow Zebra Safaris has revealed a growing number of newlyweds looking for adventure over traditional honeymoons. 

The research showed significant differences between the honeymooners of the early 2010s and the more adventurous couples today! Now Yellow Zebra has created a full set of statistics, including original data, to showcase this new segment of honeymooners.

What does a honeymoon mean to most newlyweds? Sandy beaches? Crystal-clear oceans? Luxurious accommodation?

Or maybe not …

In an uncertain financial climate, and following an expensive matrimonial ceremony, the honeymoon is a chance to be (realistically) relaxing.

Glamping has moved from being a niche type of vacation to a ‘must do’ holiday particularly with regards to time off following the nuptials.

And the choice is vast … posh shepherd’s huts; shiny airstream trailers; beautiful bell tents; private wooden Wigwams …

So how does ‘glamping’ and ‘honeymoon’ fit together?

First of all, the term ‘honeymoon’ is fascinating. What does it mean?

For those looking to get hitched without a hitch, the white sandy beaches and turquoise depths of the Indian Ocean surrounding the island of Mauritius is one of the few places on earth to rightfully claim the mantle of ‘‘paradise’’.

With over 27 years’ experience in delivering bespoke fairy-tale weddings, the 5-star Maritim Resort & Spa Mauritius offers specialised multi-lingual staff to provide unparalleled facilities, experiences and service when saying ‘I do’.

Begin married life in health and wellness whilst making a positive impact on the environment, as Health and Fitness Travel, the wellness holiday specialists, share their best eco-friendly healthy honeymoon destinations for green-conscious couples. With a choice of award-winning eco-friendly luxury wellness retreats, travel abroad happy in the knowledge that these hand-selected wellness retreats actively support sustainable tourism.

From romantic eco-forest walks in India to nutritious organic cuisine grown onsite in New Zealand and natural therapeutic spa remedies in Africa, return home from these eco-friendly healthy honeymoons, feeling more connected to your loved one, and to nature.

Experience newly-wedded bliss and find a child-friendly honeymoon retreat perfect for a family-moon as Health and Fitness Travel, the wellness holiday specialists, share their best family-moons so you won’t have to leave the children at home.

• New Portuguese Destination announced for 2017

• Cycology prize Competition to win Technogym MYCYCLING Trainer (rrp £1790)

Luxury cycling vacation provider, Cycology Travel is extending its 5 star experiences from Mallorca, Spain to offer cycling enthusiasts and their travelling companions, who like to vacation hassle-free and in style, a second much lauded cycling location at Monchique, Portugal.

Here they are; insider travelling tips to ensure your honeymoon is as stress-free as possible...

Know when to book - While last minute deals can be great, it doesn’t guarantee that you will find a deal that saves you a lot of cash. For long-haul flights it is advisable to book two to four months ahead of travelling, while for shorter trips you can look closer to the planned date, keeping an eye out for airline sales, as airlines will begin to worry about filling up all of the seats.  Additionally, when you fly could impact how much you save, with midweek flights usually being cheaper than weekends.

Guests can now book a luxurious stay at the 270-room, one-of-a-kind property – the first hotel in the Middle East developed and managed by hospitality trailblazer sbe.

Dublin is a hugely popular hen weekend location. The city boasts bars and pubs with unlimited live music and delicious drinks, as well as gorgeous Irish men with the world’s best accent… Stag and hen specialists, Last Night of Freedom, are big fans of the city – it’s their second busiest destination – and are rounding up why you should choose Dublin for your hen do.

When going on your honeymoon - the long-anticipated getaway which is a welcome change after all of the wedding stress - the last thing you want to be is unprepared! Here are 5 essential apps you must take with you to avoid just this...

The Lone Star Boutique Hotel and Suites – a luxury, beach-front hideaway set in the exclusive St James area of Barbados – has this month introduced two bespoke breaks for pre-wedding celebrations and honeymoons.

Before the big day, the bride-to-be and members of her wedding party can relax and unwind with a luxurious ‘pre-wedding celebration’ stay that includes: