Destination #6: Abu Dhabi

The final destination of the couple’s itinerary was Emirates Palace in Abu Dhabi for two nights. “A lot of people recommended we just do a day trip to Abu Dhabi, but we really wanted to get the full experience,” says Lindsay. Though the two cities may seem similar, Lindsay notes: “They are actually completely different... Dubai was a high-energy, amazing city, and Abu Dhabi felt more old-world and traditional.” In addition to experiencing one of their favorite meals at BBQ Al Qasr, the hotel’s beachside restaurant, they also visited iconic sites in the capital including the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque – the largest mosque in the country. “It felt so spiritual and powerful, and the architecture was truly magnificent. It is absolutely a mustsee!” asserts Lindsay.

When reflecting on their unforgettable honeymoon, the couple agrees they wouldn’t change a single thing – even though not everything went how they expected. From marking off restaurants and dishes on their culinary bucket list in Tokyo and Singapore, to relaxing and romancing in Bali and the Maldives, to experiencing the culture of Dubai and Abu Dhabi, the newlyweds couldn’t have planned a better trip to celebrate their marriage. “We made so many different stops, and each place offered something unique,” muses Lindsay. “We knew it was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to just press pause on our everyday lives and spend a month traveling the world!”