Looking for a special way to remember your wedding day?  Nisbet Plantation Beach Club, the Caribbean’s Top Luxury Hotel according to TripAdvisor, gives newlyweds the new opportunity to enhance the environment and commemorate their union by planting a Nevis coconut palm on the grounds following their ceremony at Nisbet.   Then, for years to come, whenever the couple returns to Nevis, they can see how their palm grows with them.

I think this is such a great idea but if you’re not planning on getting married at the Nisbet Plantation Beach Club, you can still honor the earth as part of your wedding day celebration wherever you live or get married.  If you’re taking bridal party photos in a local park or outside your place of worship, perhaps you can arrange for a tree planting there.  Maybe you can have a tree planted outside the country club, local fire hall, or catering hall during the reception in memory of your special day. Or, if you’ve already purchased a home, it would be nice to plant a tree in the backyard as close to your wedding day as possible as a daily reminder of your growing love and commitment to each other.

A wedding day tree planting ceremony is one way to show your dedication to each other and the environment that you’ll continue to enjoy year after year.

If you read Deb’s blog a few weeks back about Packing for your Honeymoon, then you
should have your honeymoon checklist all checked off.  I’m gonna give you another thing to add to the list – vaccines.

Some of the world’s best honeymoon destinations include some exotic places like Tahiti, Bali, South Africa and Mexico.  Did you know that it’s wise to be vaccinated for certain diseases before traveling overseas?  You should really check the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website, cdc.gov, to get the latest information and list of vaccinations needed for your honeymoon destination.  Some vaccines may require a series of several shots or a certain period of time to work, so once you book your trip, it’s a good idea to check on what shots you may need so you can plan accordingly. 

With the current boom in the exotic travel/adventure travel industries, there are travel health & immunization clinics popping up nationwide that can get you the shots you need.  You’ve spent so much time and money planning for the perfect dream honeymoon; don’t let illness turn it into a nightmare.

To find a travel clinic near you, use The Travel Clinic Locator, located at travelersvaccines.com. 

Most couples head to the beach for their honeymoon, so here are a few honeymoon must-haves.  If you still haven’t booked your honeymoon, check out Bride’s Honeymoon Guide for a list of top honeymoon destinations.

Honeymoon Flip Flops
This fun, flip flops, will imprint the words “Just Married” in the sand as you walk along the beach!  You’ll find different styles for both the bride and groom.

Honeymoon Beach Towels
If you’re headed to the beach you’ll need beach towels.  Consider Mr & Mrs Beach Towels or Let the Fun Begin Beach Towels.

Honeymoon Beach Hats
A matching set of bucket hats will keep the sun out of your eyes and will make for some cute honeymoon photos.

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Here are a few accessories that will make packing for your honeymoon easier.

Travel Cosmetic Bags
A cosmetic bag is ideal for holding all your toiletries.  Consider getting his and her monogrammed cosmetic bags to use on your honeymoon and any future trips you take together.
  

Fun Luggage Tags
These honeymoon luggage tags will let everyone know you’re on your honeymoon!  Who knows maybe they’ll lead to a few, unexpected freebies or upgrades!

Tote Bags
You’ll need a tote bag to carry all those miscellanious items onto the plane, so consider a bride’s tote bag, Just Married Tote Bag or Monogrammed Duffle Bag?

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I suggest packing for your honeymoon at least a week in advance.  Especially if you’re leaving for your honeymoon the day of or day after your wedding.  By packing in advance, you’ll be less likely to forget those important items.

Honeymoon Checklist
Here are a few must-haves you won’t want to forget:

-Drives License or Passport (Yes, you need a passport for the Carribean.)
-Sun Block
-Sunglasses
-Camera and extra batteries
-Prescription Medicines
-Cash/Traveller’s Checks/Credit Cards
-Toothbrush
-Books
-Voltage Converter (if you’re travelling outside the USA)
-List of Addresses (to send postcards)
-Stamps

If you still haven’t booked your honeymoon, check out this list of 50 Best Honeymoon Spots.

My husband and I just got back from celebrating our anniversary in Napa Country and had a wonderful trip.  The idolic location makes it an ideal spot for celebrating a honeymoon or significate anniversary or birthday. 

We stayed at the beautiful, Wine Country Inn and met several couples on their honeymoon. The inn is located on a hill overlooking the vineyards.  There are beautiful flower beds throughout the grounds, plus a secluded swimming pool.

                Wine Country Inn

While we were there we visited a few wineries, including the new Castello di Amorosa winery.  This winery was built in the style of a Tuscany castle and was well worth the tour.  The owner, Daryl Sattui, spend years researching the design and hired expert stone craftsman to ensure an authentic look.  Throughout the castle, are orginial doors, stonework, and artwork from Tuscany.  The castle even has a church and it has been rumored in the future it may be possible to get married in the castle’s chapel.

       Castello di Amorosa

When planning our trip, we used NapaValley.com to find lodging, restaurants, etc.  Two restuarants that I would recomend are the Rutherford Grill and Tra Vigne.