From first email to Sunday morning
How our Newcastle dirty weekend planning works
You tell us a little about the two of you, we send back a plan for the hotel, dinner and extras, and you tweak it until it feels right. This page explains how our Newcastle dirty weekend planning works, from your first email to the moment you check in.
- Plans sent by email
- Discreet from the start
- Built around you two
The process
The five steps from enquiry to check-in
Every weekend follows the same simple path, although the details are different for every couple. At each stage you will know where things stand and what happens next.
Send us the basics
Use the quote form or email us with your dates, the occasion and a rough idea of what you both enjoy. You do not need everything decided, because a weekend in mind and a love of long breakfasts is plenty to start with.
Receive your plan
We reply by email with a suggested weekend covering where to stay, where to eat and any extras that suit you. We explain why we chose each part and offer alternatives, so you can compare options without hours of searching.
Tweak and confirm
This is where the plan becomes yours. You might want a later dinner, a bigger bath or a spa morning in place of a cocktail class. Once you are happy, we confirm the bookings and let you know everything is in place.
Get your itinerary
Before you travel, you receive a short itinerary with times, addresses and anything you need to bring. If the weekend is a surprise, we can send a version with the best parts left out.
Enjoy the weekend
From here your only job is to enjoy each other. Turn off the alarm, keep the itinerary handy and let the hotel bring the coffee.
Getting started
What do we need from you?
The more we know about the two of you, the better the plan fits, but a short email is enough to begin. Your preferred dates and how many nights you fancy come first, followed by the occasion if there is one. A rough budget helps us suggest the right hotels from the start rather than sending ideas that miss the mark.
Then tell us what makes a good weekend for you both. Some couples want a big bed and nothing else scheduled until dinner, while others like a spa afternoon, a cocktail class or a walk along the coast at Tynemouth. Allergies, dislikes and anything that would ruin the mood are all worth a mention as well.
Handy to include
- Your dates, or a few weekends that would work.
- One night, two nights or longer.
- The occasion, if you are celebrating something.
- A rough budget for the whole weekend.
- Food, drink and room preferences.
- Whether any of it is a surprise.
Keeping it quiet
How do surprises and discretion work?
Plenty of our weekends are planned by one person as a treat for the other, and we take care to keep the secret safe.
One point of contact
We only talk to the person who made the enquiry, using the email address they gave us. Nothing is sent to your partner unless you ask us to.
Tasteful descriptions
Bills, emails and confirmations use neutral wording, so nothing embarrassing appears on a shared account or in a joint inbox. A cheeky hamper is simply a gift hamper on paper.
A reveal on your terms
Some people reveal everything on the train, while others keep the room styling secret until the door opens. We can give you a packing hint to pass on without spoiling the details.
Our guide to planning a surprise weekend away has more ideas on keeping the secret until the right moment.
Money matters
Quotes, payments and what is included
Your quote sets out each part of the weekend clearly, from the room to the dinner booking and any extras you have chosen. Asking for a quote is free, and you are under no obligation until you confirm the plan. Payment options are explained in your quote, along with when each payment is due.
Some things are always a request rather than a promise, because the hotel decides on the day. A late check-out, a room upgrade or an early check-in can be asked for, and we will push for them where the hotel offers it. We will always tell you what has been confirmed and what is still a request.
What a typical plan covers
- A romantic hotel chosen for its rooms and its beds.
- A dinner reservation close to where you are staying.
- Any experiences you add, such as spa time.
- Room extras like styling or a hamper.
Plans change
Can we change the plan after booking?
Yes, and we would rather hear about a change early than have you put up with a weekend that no longer fits. Swapping a dinner time or adding an extra is usually easy, while moving the dates depends on the hotel and its own policy. Email us as soon as you know and we will tell you what can be done.
Babysitters cancel and work gets in the way, which is something parents planning a weekend away from the kids know all too well. If you need to cancel altogether, the terms that apply are set out in your quote and our terms.
The weekend itself
Your weekend once you arrive in Newcastle
Most couples arrive at Central Station or by car and head straight to the hotel. If room styling or a hamper is part of the plan, it will be waiting for you, so the first few minutes in the room set the tone for the rest of the stay. From there the itinerary is a guide rather than a timetable.
Dinner and experiences have set times, but everything else is yours to enjoy at whatever pace suits you. Nobody is knocking on the door at 6am, and breakfast can wait until you surface. If anything does not go to plan, email us and we will help where we can.
Quick answers
Common questions about how our Newcastle dirty weekend planning works
How far ahead should we book?
A few weeks ahead gives you the best choice of rooms and dinner tables. Valentine's, bank holidays and December weekends book up quickly, so earlier is better for those. We can sometimes help with shorter notice too.
Do you have a phone line?
We work by email, which keeps every detail in writing and is easier to keep private. You can reach us at info@naughtyweekends.co.uk at any stage. We aim to reply promptly.
Can we book just one part, like a hotel or dinner?
Yes, you can book a single element or hand the whole weekend over to us. Our packages show some popular combinations to start from.
Who can book a weekend with you?
We plan weekends for couples where both of you are 18 or over. Every kind of couple is welcome, from new lovers to people who have been together for decades.
Start planning
Ready to plan your dirty weekend?
Send us your dates and a few wishes using the quote form. We will reply with a tailored plan for the two of you, a clear price and honest advice on where to stay and eat in Newcastle.