Counting the days until your honeymoon? Here is a check list to help you get started in planning your once in a lifetime vacation:

Six Months Prior
Start thinking of the type of honeymoon you and your fiancée are interested in. Will it be a cruise along the Mediterranean, an exotic getaway in Costa Rica or a Ski Chalet in Aspen. The choices are endless. Now is the time your budget should come into play. Set your budget to include everything from airline tickets, to food and drink, this way you will not be surprised when it is time to pay for everything.

Also think about using a honeymoon registry. This way you can go on that unforgettable honeymoon and not worry about the cost. Your friends and family will enjoy the fact that they are contributing to your dream vacation.

Five Months Prior
Now is the time to start thinking if you will need a passport. If so, you should contact your local passport office for advice and instructions.

If you have finalized your decision on your destination, then get in contact with your travel agent and starting getting information on any specials that might be available.

Three Months Prior
All reservations should have been made and secured. Make sure you have your airline seats assigned, and send in all necessary deposits. Now is the time to start researching all of the different activities that are available in your destination. Check with your travel agent about pre-paying them so you are confirmed before you go.

Two Months Prior
Go ahead and start pre-packing. Pull out those ski boots or bikini. Now is the time to see if there is anything new you need to add to your wardrobe. Do you need new luggage? Add that to your honeymoon registry or department store registry. Check with your doctor to see if you need any special inoculations to the countries you will be visiting.

One Month Prior
Pay bills, advise the post office to hold your mail, tell the paperboy you will be on vacation and arrange for someone to take care of your pets. Next make sure your camera works, check the batteries and buy film if needed.

One Week Before Departure
Purchase extra travel insurance . . . Refill medications . . . Pack your carry-on bag . . . Get cash and travelers checks . . Reconfirm all of your travel reservations.

Day of Departure
Check over all of your travel documents and make sure you have them packed in your carry on including your passport if needed. Now hop on a plane and enjoy your honeymoon!