Do you know that the average wedding in the U.S.A cost $27,000 and GBP19,000 in the U.K? Are you ready to spend such huge amount of money for your wedding? Have you even allocate that much?

Not many people will look forward to having cakes when they are spoilt with a variety of food at your reception. A smaller cake will do, and still give you a sense a grandness. Have a multi-layer styrofoam cake with icing on the outside, if you have to, use real cake only at the bottom. Flatter a relative who love to bake by asking him / her to bake and decorate your wedding cake.

Chauffeur-driven limousine may seem opulent, but it is a total waste of money. I'm sure you have rich relatives with nice cars to loan you for your special day or pre-owned car dealer friends with connections to enable you to loan their cars with little of no fee.

Assign your brother or cousin to become the driver. The limo scenario is becoming more and more flexible, with couples using SUVs and minivans to antique cars. So, there is no right or wrong here.

Budget airliners transformed the travel industry and broaden your choice of affordable honeymoons.  If you don't mind the wait, having stopovers will lower the price of your airtickets compared to direct flight. Since there's only two of you with no kids or elders, flying at night or early in the morning will also reduce your cost.

Select countries with a smaller currency value than yours so you can pamper yourself without the guilts. Book your room reservation online for best rates. When you do, tell them that you are staying over for your honeymoon and check if they have any special package. You may be able to find packages with romantic candle light dinner and spa thrown in if you pay just a bit more.

Why limit yourself to just flying? Joining a cruise with short excursions can take you to many destinations on your honeymoon. Sounds expensive? Read my cruise vacation article.