Staying home in 2020 meant delaying honeymoons and milestone anniversaries. So this year we encourage couples to celebrate their relationships, to keep the romance alive! Setting time aside to spend with your spouse is the best way...
Romance Travel
Can’t travel? How about a romantic date night at home
There is so much joy in planning honeymoons, anniversaries, and romantic re-acquaintance getaways. That’s what we love about travel: it offers the chance to step away from our hectic lives to reconnect and figure out what’s truly important. While we can’t travel right...
Romantic vacation ideas that aren’t your typical beach vacay: Here are our top choices
You begin your marriage with a Honeymoon; is that where it ends? Prioritizing time with your spouse is one of the best things you can do for your marriage, and what better way than taking a much-needed vacation? We love all-inclusive beach vacations and think they’re...
Top romantic vacation activities you’ll both love
Taking a romantic getaway is one of the best things you can do to rekindle the special feeling you both had when you first met. Life is always hectic and you need to disconnect from your routine in an environment suitable for reconnecting with each other. Your...
How to pull off the perfect destination wedding
White sandy beaches with waves crashing behind you, castles transporting you back to the middle ages, top-floor views of iconic city skylines – few things are as enticing or romantic as a destination wedding. Turning the dream into reality can be daunting, though....
Dream destination wedding without the stress: How to make it happen.
Not long ago, we featured an article describing the top pitfalls of planning a destination wedding. Out of all the things to avoid, we believe the top mistake is taking on the burden of planning everything yourself. Your wedding day should be memorable, surrounded by...
A Caribbean Honeymoon for the Adventurous
Newlyweds look to the Caribbean for its beautiful, white sand beaches for relaxation on their honeymoon. While the all-inclusive, cocktail laden honeymoon option is available, St. Lucia offers the ideal Caribbean honeymoon for the adventurous newlywed couple. With...
Can an Anniversary Trip actually strengthen your Marriage?
Anniversaries are one of the most significant mile stones that two people can celebrate. Being with someone you love, overcoming obstacles together, and withstanding the test of time are all great achievements that are definitely worthy of celebration! There are many...
About Denise
My goal is to simplify travel-planning through an equal exchange process where I acquire your ideas and expectations for your trip relieving you of the worry, hassle, stress and time that accompanies Do-It-Yourself planning. Recent Posts
Is family vacation a joy or a headache?
Are you thinking about taking a family vacation? If this evokes images of defeated families, cranky kids, and folks looking like they’d just rather be home, we’re here to say it doesn’t have to be like that! A well-planned family vacation is an ideal way to grow...
Summer flying tips for in-the-know travelers
Summertime is a busy travel period, especially with schools on break and folks wanting to take advantage of the long days and sunshine. Busy airports and hot weather can also cause travel headaches, though, especially this year with the early heat wave paired with...
U.S. State Dept. unrolls online passport renewal for a limited time – Here’s what you need to know
In June 2024, the U.S. government announced a beta release of an online passport renewal system. If you're eligible, the system will open for a limited midday time window daily where eligible U.S. citizens can start their application. After the system's limit for the...
French River Cruise on the Seine – A sample of excursions
Sunset Vacations and Travel Planning is taking a river cruise in France, roundtrip from Paris, October 5-15, 2025. This is a chance to immerse into French culture, delve into history, and absorb beautiful scenery along the Seine. We hope you’ll consider joining Denise...
Sunset Groups to Normandy, France October 5-15, 2025
Take a journey down the river of dreams, October 5-15, 2025 11 days/ 10 nights – Roundtrip Paris onboard the Scenic Gem There are few superlatives that do justice to Paris, a city that oozes romance and is home to world renowned architectural wonders and iconic pieces...