Mikhaila Friel/InsiderOne thing that surprised us was the number of people asking us if we were on our honeymoon.
Mikhaila Friel/Business InsiderWhile it's not conventional, more couples are starting to have their honeymoon before getting married or even engaged, according to Julia Carter, founder of the luxury travel operator Craft Travel.
Carter noted that waiting until your honeymoon to take a big trip could be beneficial as it's common for family members to contribute financially.
AdvertisementGo on the honeymoon that works for youAlthough we aren't engaged, all of the honeymoon chatter got my partner and me talking about what we envisioned for our actual honeymoon.
For couples already engaged, an early honeymoon could provide a much-needed break from wedding planning or an opportunity to bond with your partner before the big day.
Persons:
—, Arvia, Mikhaila Friel, us, Julia Carter, Carter
Organizations:
Service, Business, Craft
Locations:
Barbados, Caribbean, YOLO