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In terms of our budget, we’re reaching the end. My parents are contributing a significant amount (the majority) and are within their own set budget, which is fabulous. But there are things we felt we needed to pay for as a couple and unfortunately, we underestimated a few of them. This leaves our honeymoon in a bit of a limbo.

The first idea was to do an all-inclusive in Mexico.

We really liked the idea of not being responsible for basically anything and just basking in the bliss of being married. After reviewing the options and prices, however, we decided it might be better to hold off on that kind of trip for a year. We don’t have the funds to make it as awesome as we’d like!

So instead, we’re figuring out a minimoon. We’re going to take four or five nights, relax, but not spend nearly as much. One of my favorite contenders was Palm Springs, at the Ace Hotel. It’s not quite the beach, but the desert might just do!

The Ace Hotel is actually a converted Howard Johnson motel, in the desert, with a Boho vibe. Looking pretty swank!

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After loads and loads of research though, we opted for something else in Palm Springs.

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We’ll be spending five nights at the Viceroy Palm Springs. It’s not going to be a two week odyssey in Thailand or something equally exotic, but I’m ecstatic. I adore Hollywood regency and love the idea of spending a few days poolside in such a glamorous/staggeringly hot locale. We’ve already picked out a few spa menu items we want to do and my fiance is fast at work finding savory restaurant spots.

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The reason we decided not to go with the Ace Hotel was just a matter of price. The Viceroy was significantly cheaper and seems a bit more luxe, even though I do love me some mid-century modern. It was a tough call, but the siren song of a retro glam hotel with a resort feel was too much.

How did you decide on your honeymoon spot? Was budget a major deciding factor?