Now that you have tied the knot it is time for the honeymoon. Historically honeymoons were a time for newly wed couples to get to know each other. Today they are a vacation to start your new life together with. So where is the best place to spend your honeymoon? What type of honeymoon is right for you?
Beach Honeymoon
How about spending your honeymoon at the beach? Hawaii is America’s number one honeymoon destination but Fiji is also a popular spot for newlyweds. Lie out in the sun, enjoy water sports, swimming, shopping or just soak up the island culture. Both destinations are tropical paradises offering romantic getaways in all price ranges and have fabulous beaches on which to spend your honeymoon.
Cultural honeymoon
Try a cultural experience in another country such as France, Italy or Greece. What could be more romantic than kissing under the Eiffel tower, enjoying a café latte in Venice or discovering the secrets of ancient Greece with your new spouse? If you can’t choose, how about visiting all three countries on the same trip?
Asian honeymoon
A trip to Asia is exotic and romantic with Bali and Japan being the top destinations for Asian honeymoons. Bali is a fascinating inexpensive garden island paradise filled with ancient temples, white sandy beaches, and a variety of outdoor activities to suit everyone. Japan has a rich history and culture that fills its large cities and overflows to the picturesque countryside. Enjoy shopping, exotic dining and an exciting night life in Tokyo or spend some time exploring the countryside.
Adventure honeymoon
Want some excitement on your honeymoon, how about an African Safari? There is nothing more romantic that driving across the plains of the Serengeti in search of Africa’s “big five”; elephant, rhino, lion, leopard, and water buffalo. There are several countries with fabulous game preserves including Kenya, Tanzania, Botswana and South Africa and safaris come in all styles and price ranges, from basic camping to upscale five star lodges. But the one thing they all have in common is chance to view a plethora of wildlife in its natural habitat.
North American Honeymoon
If you want a good old fashioned North American style honeymoon the most popular places to spend it are Las Vegas, New York City or Niagara falls. Las Vegas has all the glitz and glamour of a city that never sleeps while New York is … New York with fabulous shopping and great sightseeing. The picturesque Niagara Falls has been a romantic honeymoon destination for over 100 years.
Gay Honeymoons
If you are a same sex couple you might want to check out destinations where gay marriages are recognized and accepted. Some of the best places for gay couples to spend their honeymoons include Florida or California in the USA, Montreal Canada, Barcelona Spain, Sydney Australia, Paris France, Prague Czech Republic, or Cape Town South Africa.
Where ever you spend your honeymoon remember it is a special time to make memories that will hopefully last longer than the average marriage, so enjoy.
