How to Plan a Romantic Island Getaway

Planning a romantic island get away is easier than you think if you take some time to think through all of the details. Before you know it, you and your loved one will be walking the beach, holding hands and experiencing true romance.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Flight tickets
• Reservations for accommodation and activities

1. Check with your romantic partner’s boss to schedule leave time, if the getaway is to be a surprise.

2. Ask your friends, family and your partner’s work colleagues to help keep the surprise.

3. Decide how much money you can afford to spend.

4. Choose a destination—find out what Islands your partner has always wanted to visit and see if any arel within your budget.

5. Make sure you and your partner have valid passports if your destination is overseas.

6. Find out what types of activities are offered at your destination and make any necessary reservations, such as for dinner or for shows or cruises.

7. Enjoy your getaway!

Tips & Warnings

• Routine passport application takes approximately six weeks. You can also pay extra to get an expedited passport that will arrive within two weeks of getting in all of the information required.
• If the getaway is a surprise for your girlfriend or spouse, have one of her friends do the packing or tell you what to put in her suitcase.