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Travel by the Weavers, New York, NY (2026)

06/06/2026

Hot take: some of yall are wasting hours Googling 'best honeymoon destinations 2026” while you could just be having an expert match you to the right one in a fraction of the time.

My client, Jessie, had already planned plenty of great trips on her own, but then she got engaged and started planning her honeymoon. She was stressing trying to figure out the best hotels in Rome, Tuscany, and Lake Como (there’s a TON!), which neighborhoods are actually right for foodies and wanderers like them, where to stay in Switzerland, figuring out how it all fits together, etc. It was just too much.

She came to me overwhelmed and a little defeated. She knew what she wanted the trip to feel like, but translating that into actual hotels, neighborhoods, & logistics while simultaneously planning a wedding was a lot to ask of anyone.

So, I took it off her plate. We talked through exactly who she and Sean are as travelers: the experiences they get excited about, the pace they love, & the non-negotiables. Then I matched them to the right hotels in the right locations in neighborhoods that actually fit their vibe as foodies and explorers, without them spending another hour down a Google rabbit hole.

When she got home, check out what she said to me in the picture below.

Most couples don’t realize that honeymoon planning is more than just choosing a nice hotel and picking out activities. It's about knowing what you don't know: which hotels are worth it, which neighborhoods fit your vibe, and what you'd miss if you got it wrong.

Here’s how I bridge that gap:

- I handle all hotel research and match you to the right property for your specific travel style
- I map out your entire route so the logistics actually make sense
- I load everything into one place so you're never digging through emails on the ground
- I tap into my industry relationships to secure perks you wouldn't get booking on your own
- I make sure no detail falls through the cracks so you can actually enjoy your engagement

Comment GUIDE and I’ll send you my free Honeymoon Planning Guide: a high-level look at my exact process, from timing and destination strategy to experience design and protecting your investment.

For more honeymoon inspiration + behind-the-scenes planning, come hang out with me on Instagram 👉🏼 https://www.instagram.com/honeymoonsbymadison

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05/06/2026

When I say I want a Christmas honeymoon in Dublin, London, and Paris…this is what I mean 😍🎄

Not gonna lie, I'm a little jealous of my most recent couple. These hotels? This itinerary? A Christmas honeymoon in 3 of Europe's most iconic cities? I am SO excited for them and I may or may not have looked up flights for myself after finishing this proposal 🤣

J + T came to me with a dream and zero idea where to start. They'd never been to Europe, wanted Christmas markets, incredible food, culture, and walkable hotels with restaurants right outside the door but not a jam-packed itinerary. They wanted to soak it in, not sprint through it. And with both working full time, the research, bookings, logistics, and "do we need to apply for something before we travel?" questions, they needed someone to handle all of it.

Here's what I created:
🇮🇪 3 nights at The Shelbourne, Dublin — right on St. Stephen's Green, classic and intimate, exceptional dining, and steps from everything (including a certain Guinness experience 👀)

✈️ Fly to London

🇬🇧 4 nights at The Milestone, London — a boutique Kensington gem with a private balcony or views over Kensington Palace and Gardens. Museums, Christmas markets, world-class food.

🚄 Train to Paris

🇫🇷 4 nights at Grand Hôtel du Palais Royal — boutique and beautifully quiet, steps from the Louvre and Palais Royal gardens, with two high-floor balcony options.

✈️ Back to Dublin

🇮🇪 1 final night at InterContinental Dublin — the best 5-star near the airport, private balcony, garden terrace view. Departure morning should feel easy, not stressful.

Every hotel was chosen for the same reasons: walkable, boutique over corporate, a genuine sense of place, and great food and drink. I pushed hard for balconies and meaningful views in every city because that was their #1 priority — and they deserved it.

Want to see exactly what landed in their inbox? Comment SAMPLE and I'll send you:

✨ Sample Honeymoon Proposal — J + T's actual proposal so you can see exactly how I curate hotels and experiences
✨ Sample Final Itinerary — a real client final itinerary so you can see how I organize every detail, start to finish

03/02/2026

7 years planning honeymoons and I still cringe when I hear that a bride has spent 30+ hours researching to avoid hiring help… and she still feels more confused and ever.

Because I know exactly what those 30 hours looked like.

👉🏼 14 hotel tabs open
👉🏼 Google Flights in incognito mode
👉🏼 TikTok calling one destination “overrated” and another “a must”
👉🏼 A spreadsheet ranking resorts by vibe
👉🏼 Texting friends who honeymooned 5 years ago in a different season

She’s smart. She’s organized. But honeymoon planning hits differently.

Because this isn’t just any old trip.

It’s your first trip as husband and wife. The exhale after the wedding. The one you’ll talk about for decades.

And suddenly the pressure sets in.

👀 What if we choose the wrong destination?
👀 What if we waste time in transit?
👀 What if the hotel looks better online than it feels in person?
👀 What if we miss something we didn’t even know to consider?

So she keeps researching because it feels productive.

But here’s what no one says: more research doesn’t create clarity. It creates noise.

What she actually needs isn’t more time or information.

She needs someone who:

✨ Narrows 27 hotel options down to 3 that are actually worth it and explains why
✨ Designs the destination order so the trip flows effortlessly
✨ Matches her to a hotel based on energy and service, not just aesthetics
✨ Builds intentional pacing so it feels romantic and unhurried
✨ Thinks three steps ahead so nothing quietly falls apart behind the scenes

When my brides get on a consultation, you can see the shift. Their shoulders drop.

Because for the first time, someone is asking better questions than “Where do you want to go?”

I’m asking:
✔️ How do you want this trip to feel?
✔️ What memories matter most?
✔️ Where does splurging actually change the experience?

Hiring help isn’t mandatory. But your once-in-a-lifetime honeymoon deserves better than guesswork.

If you’re staring at a sea of tabs wondering why it still doesn’t feel right, this is your sign.

Grab my completely free Honeymoon Planning Guide every couple should read first — a high-level look at the exact process I use with my clients, from timing + destination strategy to experience design and protecting your investment (long before booking begins).

Grab it here: https://travel-by-madison.kit.com/f33574bc7b

And congratulations! Here’s to the start of a wonderful new adventure 😍

https://travelbymadison.com/honeymoons-and-anniversaries/

For more honeymoon inspiration + behind-the-scenes planning, come hang out with me on Instagram 👉🏼 https://www.instagram.com/honeymoonsbymadison

📸 Secrets Cap Cana

02/25/2026

Not to hurt your feelings, but I bet you didn’t know about these magical things you can do in Mallorca on your honeymoon 👇🏼

I just booked for my clients’ honeymoon this September and I was way too excited about it. 😍 It’s one of my favorite Belmond properties and I’ve been dying to book it for the right couple.

Here’s why this hotel is so special for a honeymoon:

It’s tucked into the mountains of Deià with stone villas, terraced views, citrus trees, and that quiet, old-world romance that feels worlds away from a typical beach resort.

But what makes it really stand out? The art and culture.

This is for couples who don’t just want a pool and a cocktail. They want character. Story. Soul. That blend of luxury + culture is one of the most requested vibes I get from honeymoon clients. They want somewhere stunning, but also somewhere that means something.

And then there’s what you can actually do there…

🍇 Create your own art together

Real sculpture and pottery workshops with resident artists, not a cheesy resort class. You literally create something in Mallorca on your honeymoon that you’ll keep forever.

🐴 Do a donkey trail picnic through the olive groves.

Yes, actual donkeys. The hotel packs a picnic and sends you through citrus and olive trees for the most storybook afternoon. It’s private, whimsical, and completely removed from the world.

And because these clients booked through me, they also received:

• Daily breakfast for two
• VIP welcome + letter from the General Manager
• Complimentary upgrade (subject to availability)
• €90 hotel credit per room per stay

But this was just one stop.

I designed their entire multi-stop honeymoon through Nice, Rome, and the Amalfi Coast - transfers, pacing, hotel flow, experiences - so they didn’t have to lift a finger or use a single ounce of brain space.

Because let’s be honest: when you’re deep in wedding planning, you don’t want another decision to make.

You just want it handled by an expert who gets you and your style.

Which activity would you choose? 👇🏼

https://travelbymadison.com/honeymoons-and-anniversaries/

02/20/2026

7 years planning honeymoons and I still cringe when I hear brides say, “I don’t need to hire help. I’ve already spent so much time researching. I just need a few more options to compare so I know I’m not missing anything.” 👇🏼

Because here’s what’s actually happening:

You’re not looking for more options. You’re looking for reassurance.

👉🏼 You’re afraid there’s a better hotel.
👉🏼 A better view.
👉🏼 A better location.
👉🏼 A better experience hiding somewhere you haven’t found yet.

So you keep comparing. And comparing. And comparing 😅

But more options don’t create certainty. They create doubt.

At a certain point, the issue isn’t effort. It’s expertise.

When we work together, I don’t send you 25 links and tell you to decide.

I narrow it down to a curated handful that fit:

✔️ Your travel style
✔️ Your level of investment and priorities
✔️ Your energy level
✔️ The season you’re traveling
✔️ The actual vibe you want (romantic, adventurous, slow, indulgent)

I tell you:
🥂 Which hotel and room category is actually worth it
🥂 Which location makes sightseeing effortless
🥂 What to splurge on and skip

I partner directly with hotels and trusted on-the-ground teams so you’re not “just another booking.” You’re arriving as honeymooners who are known, celebrated, and taken care of.

You’ll get upgrades, amenities, thoughtful touches, and priority treatment when possible.

But more importantly?
You’ll have clarity.

You won’t walk away wondering if you missed something. You’ll feel confident in your decision.

The goal isn’t to compare every option. The goal is to choose well and be excited about it.

If you’re stuck in research mode, this is your sign you don’t need more tabs open. You need a strategy and an expert’s help.

Grab my completely free Honeymoon Planning Guide EVERY Couple Should Read FIRST - a high-level look at the planning process I guide every one of my clients through. From timing and destination strategy to experience design and protecting your investment, it shows what’s involved long before booking ever begins.

https://travel-by-madison.kit.com/f33574bc7b

And congratulations! Here’s to the start of a wonderful new adventure 😍

https://travelbymadison.com/honeymoons-and-anniversaries/

For more honeymoon inspiration + behind-the-scenes planning, come hang out with me on Instagram 👉🏼 https://www.instagram.com/honeymoonsbymadison

📷 One&Only Mandarina

02/19/2026

Honeymoon planning advice I’d give if I wasn’t afraid to hurt your feelings (from a honeymoon planner of 7 years) 👇🏼

1️⃣ If you’re planning a $100K+ wedding, why are you trusting Instagram, Google, or TikTok to plan your honeymoon?

You hired a wedding planner.
You vetted photographers.
You toured venues.

But for the trip that celebrates the start of your marriage, you’re researching a thousand hotels, looking at reels, and hoping for the best?

Your honeymoon deserves the same level of intention as your wedding day.

2️⃣ If you’re booking through third-party sites or direct with the hotel without an advisor, you’re just another reservation number.

Expedia. Costco. Even booking direct.

To the hotel? You’re a confirmation code.

When my clients arrive, the hotel knows it’s their honeymoon, what room matters most, what experiences they care about, and that they’re VIPs through our partnership.

That’s how you get prioritized upgrades, thoughtful amenities, and experiences that feel personal, not transactional.

3️⃣ Obsessing over the “best deal” is what’s making this harder.

Luxury honeymoons are about value, not the lowest rate.

Anyone can find a cheaper room. But is it the right location? Worth the splurge? Missing something that actually matters?

I tell you where to invest, where to simplify, and what’s unnecessary. That clarity saves more than money - it saves regret.

4️⃣ Stop outsourcing your honeymoon to your friends.

Your best friend loved her resort. That’s great! But she isn’t you. And generic reviews don’t know your travel style or vision either.

You don’t need group chat opinions. You need bespoke strategy from someone immersed in the best destinations, properties, and partners.

5️⃣ You don’t need more options. You need better ones.

More tabs doesn’t mean more clarity.
You need curated options that fit YOU, your vibe, your priorities, & your season of life. The right 3 options will always beat a thousand “maybes.”

Grab my completely free Honeymoon Planning Guide EVERY Couple Should Read FIRST - a high-level look at the planning process I guide every one of my clients through. From timing and destination strategy to experience design and protecting your investment, it shows what’s involved long before booking ever begins.

https://travel-by-madison.kit.com/f33574bc7b

And congratulations! Here’s to the start of a wonderful new adventure 😍

https://travelbymadison.com/honeymoons-and-anniversaries/

For more honeymoon inspiration + behind-the-scenes planning, come hang out with me on Instagram 👉🏼 https://www.instagram.com/honeymoonsbymadison

📷 Carlisle Bay Antigua

02/15/2026

I didn’t realize how much I would ADORE this European honeymoon itinerary, but now I think it may be my favorite 😍👇🏼

And here’s the part that surprises people.

This entire 12-night itinerary? Planned and booked within one week.

Because when you know exactly what you’re doing and you have trusted on-the-ground partners, decisions don’t feel overwhelming. They feel clear.

Here’s how it came together:

✨ 3 nights in Nice France at Le Negresco Hotel

• $100 hotel credit
• Upgrade eligibility
• Early check-in / late check-out
• Welcome amenity

🌊 Seaside strolls + Monaco day trips.

✨ 3 nights in Mallorca Spain at Belmond La Residencia
• Daily breakfast for two
• VIP welcome from the GM
• € 90 hotel credit
• Upgrade eligibility

⛰️ Mountain views, hidden coves, long Spanish lunches.

✨ 2 nights in Rome Italy at Hotel Degli Artisti
• Es**rt to room
• Welcome drink
• Personal GM note

🍨 Rich history + late-night gelato walks.

✨ 4 nights in Sorrento Italy at Hotel Mediterraneo

• Daily breakfast
• Breakfast in bed one morning
• € 50 spa credit
• Italian spumante on arrival
• Early / late check-in when available

🚤 Capri boat days + Amalfi Coast sunsets.

Here’s what most couples don’t realize: My clients wouldn’t have received these perks booking on their own.

These upgrades, credits, and VIP welcomes come from long-standing partnerships and industry relationships, not online booking sites.

This wasn’t random hotel selection. It was strategic matching. Right couple. Right properties. Right connections.

And that’s how you plan a multi-country European honeymoon in a week without sacrificing experience. 😉

Grab my completely free Honeymoon Planning Guide EVERY Couple Should Read FIRST - a high-level look at the planning process I guide every one of my clients through. From timing and destination strategy to experience design and protecting your investment, it shows what’s involved long before booking ever begins.

https://travel-by-madison.kit.com/f33574bc7b

And congratulations! Here’s to the start of a wonderful new adventure 😍

https://travelbymadison.com/honeymoons-and-anniversaries/

For more honeymoon inspiration + behind-the-scenes planning, come hang out with me on Instagram 👉🏼 https://www.instagram.com/honeymoonsbymadison

📷 Belmond

02/10/2026

7 years of planning honeymoons and I’m not ashamed to admit that this ONE often overlooked detail is why my couples end up with a very different experience than those DIYing their honeymoon 👇🏼

Let me paint a picture for you:

Two couples land at the same destination. Same resort. Same room category. Same honeymoon timeline.

But their experiences feel wildly different 🤯

✨ One couple checks in and hopes everything goes smoothly. They’re handed a key, shown to their room, and quietly wonder if they chose the right place for this once-in-a-lifetime trip.

The other couple?

✨ They’re greeted by name. There’s a personal note from me waiting in their room. Their view is better than what we booked. The staff already knows it’s their honeymoon and treats it like it actually matters.

This didn’t happen because they got lucky, booked earlier, or found a “hack” on TikTok. It happened because relationships were working for them behind the scenes.

The truth is this: the experience you have on your honeymoon all boils down to who is advocating for you once you get there.

I’ve spent the last 7 years building real relationships with my hotel partners and on-the-ground suppliers. The kind you can’t create from a booking site. The kind you only build by being in the industry and sending clients they genuinely want to take care of.

So when my couples arrive, they aren’t just another reservation number - they’re MY clients. My partners know that when they take care of you, they’re also taking care of our relationship.

😍 That’s why my couples get prioritized when the resort is busy.
😍 That’s why their honeymoon is flagged as special and not just another stay.
😍 That’s why little surprises show up
😍 That’s why their experience feels personal instead of packaged.

Google can show you pretty photos. TikTok can show you dream itineraries. But neither can advocate for you when it actually matters.

If you’re overwhelmed, short on time, and terrified of choosing wrong for a once-in-a-lifetime trip, having someone in your corner changes everything.

Grab my completely free Honeymoon Planning Guide EVERY Couple Should Read FIRST - a high-level look at the planning process I guide every one of my clients through. From timing and destination strategy to experience design and protecting your investment, it shows what’s involved long before booking ever begins.

https://travel-by-madison.kit.com/f33574bc7b

And congratulations! Here’s to the start of a wonderful new adventure 😍

https://travelbymadison.com/honeymoons-and-anniversaries/

For more honeymoon inspiration + behind-the-scenes planning, come hang out with me on Instagram 👉🏼 https://www.instagram.com/honeymoonsbymadison

📷 by Belmond Maroma

02/02/2026

‼️ PLEASE STOP searching Google for honeymoon ideas, pause, and do this instead.

Before you open another tab…

Before you save another “Top 10 Honeymoon Destinations” post…

Before you spiral into comparing 47 resorts that all start to look the same…

Pause.

Because the problem isn’t that you haven’t researched enough.

It’s that you’re researching without a filter.

Google doesn’t know:

✨ how you want to feel on your honeymoon

✨ your travel style

✨ if privacy matters more than nightlife

✨ if this is once-in-a-lifetime or the first of many trips

So you end up with:

👉🏼 too many options

👉🏼 conflicting opinions

👉🏼 decision fatigue

👉🏼 and zero clarity

Do this instead:

1️⃣ Get clear on your honeymoon vibe

2️⃣ Decide your non-negotiables (privacy, views, food, service level)

3️⃣ Set a real timeline (the best rooms + experiences are limited)

4️⃣ Let an expert narrow it down to the few options that actually fit you

You don’t need more inspiration. You need direction.

That’s exactly what I help my clients do: turn “we have no idea where to go” into a clear, confident plan that fits their style, timeline, and vision.

Grab my completely free Honeymoon Planning Guide every couple should read first — a high-level look at the exact process I use with my clients, from timing + destination strategy to experience design and protecting your investment (long before booking begins).

Grab it here: https://travel-by-madison.kit.com/f33574bc7b

https://travelbymadison.com/honeymoons-and-anniversaries/

01/27/2026

The exact system I use to avoid honeymoon overwhelm and get it right the FIRST time👇🏼

Wedding planning already feels like a second job. So when honeymoon planning turns into 37 open tabs, conflicting advice, and “why is this harder than the wedding?” 😅 - you’re not doing anything wrong.

This is exactly where most of my clients start.
Excited. Overwhelmed. Afraid of choosing the wrong thing and regretting it on the one trip that’s supposed to be amazing.

Here’s the system I use to cut through the noise and turn confusion into “Oh! This finally makes sense!”

✨ First: we decide how you want this honeymoon to feel.
Not the destination. Not the resort.
The moments you want to remember forever. Things like slow mornings, unreal food, deep rest, cultural experiences, and that “just married bubble” that shuts the world out.

Then: we eliminate what drains you.
Crowds. Overpacked itineraries. Resorts that look stunning online but feel loud, packed, or impersonal in real life. This step alone eliminates most “fluffy” options and instantly reduces overwhelm.

Finally: we define your non-negotiables. The details you refuse to compromise on.
The room category that makes the stay (not just any room). Privacy that actually feels private. Service that anticipates you instead of reacting to you. Seamless transfers, thoughtful touches, and perks that make the experience feel intentional, not transactional.

Most couples don’t need more options. They need clarity, knowledge, and an expert who knows which details elevate the experience and which ones don’t matter at all.

Grab my completely free Honeymoon Planning Guide every couple should read first — a high-level look at the exact process I use with my clients, from timing + destination strategy to experience design and protecting your investment (long before booking begins).

Grab it here: https://travel-by-madison.kit.com/f33574bc7b

Want some guidance on exactly how to do this for your own honeymoon? Or better yet, want an expert to just plan it all for you so you don’t have to lift a finger? Fill out my Trip Design Form on my website below, and I’ll be in touch!

https://travelbymadison.com/honeymoons-and-anniversaries/

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