HONEYMOON SUGGESTIONS?

POST Charles-P DATE May 24, 13:04

My son and his girlfriend are getting married next year and I thought to ask the forum community of any suggestions for honeymoon destinations based on the extensive travel experiences of all here. They of course want some sun and a little time on the beach to relax. They have both travelled extensively in Asia and the US already and are looking for something a little different. All ideas welcome.

Canuckland May 24, 13:23

I’d suggest Kenya… Starting at Treetops Hotel, perfect for Mount Kenya and Aberdare National Park and then off to the coast to relax. Farther away – but fitting the bill – might be an action holiday in New Zealand?

K1ngston May 24, 14:01

I was going to suggest some of the islands in Asia, but if they have already done that, then I highly recommend Fiji. There are so many wonderful places to visit on all the islands that make up Fiji and there are some breathtaking resorts there too. Then if they wanted to move on from Fiji, head to Samoa, some of the scenery and treks are amazing. Coming back they should then head to the South Island of New Zealand – by far the most dramatic scenery and extreme sports location there is… One final place they should look up: the Banyan Tree resorts throughout Asia and beyond. I took my beloved there when we first started dating, there are individual villas within the resorts and the privacy afforded is amazing. Hope this helps…

AlanOrton1 May 24, 14:50

Would Brazil be somewhere they would consider? Rio – superb city for exploring, stay at Copacabana Palace then Iguazu Falls – simply stunning and can explore on foot both on Brazilian and Argentinian side then Txai Resort in Itacare, Bahia province, for some down time on a secluded beach that goes for miles, but still plenty to see and do.

MartynSinclair May 24, 15:30

My view on a honeymoon is it should be memorable and unique to mark the second most important occasion in one’s life (the birth of a child cannot be beaten). Bearing in mind the interests of the couple, my suggestion would be a two-centre holiday. Mount Everest would be a perfect and very unique place to visit, perhaps base camp, which is easily accessible. This would provide a unique outdoor experience. Combine this with a romantic and beautiful beach resort, in my mind would make a very unique, special and memorable honeymoon.

LuganoPirate May 24, 16:38

Cape Town, Botswana and Namibia. Truly amazing places. I would choose Belmond Mount Nelson in Cape Town as well as their luxury safari lodges in Botswana and Namibia.

Nogbad01 May 25, 17:01

East Africa. Kenya or Tanzania. My personal preference would be Tanzania; you could get a great safari in some fantastic lodges and then spend a few days on the beach in Zanzibar or Ras Kutani to unwind. You need to be careful of dates though as the rains come in our spring, so March, April and May should be avoided.