New Zealand Weddings

WHAT’S YOUR Honeymoon style?

WE’VE ROUNDED UP EIGHT HONEYMOON STYLES WE LOVE. LET THE ’ MOON PLANNING BEGIN!

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Overwater Paradise

HILTON MOOREA LAGOON RESORT & SPA, TAHITI

When to go: June to August Why go? Nestled between the two bays of heart-shaped Moorea, this five-star resort offers a luxurious Polynesian experience. Overwater bungalows feature glass-floor panels to view the tropical fish below – an experience like no other. With fine dining and a first class spa, Hilton Moorea Lagoon Resort & Spa definitely stands as the perfect romantic getaway.

The Foodie’s Mecca

SHANGRI-LA, KOWLOON, HONG KONG

When to go: October to early December

Why go? A stay at fivestar Shangri-La in Kowloon guarantees the pinnacle of luxury right on the waterfront. Take your taste buds on an adventure, sampling everything from the finest Michelin-star fare to the tastiest of traditiona­l and street eats in Mong Kok or Sham Shui Po.

Garden to Table

BELMOND LE MANOIR AUX QUAT’SAISONS, OXFORDSHIR­E, ENGLAND

When to go: August to November Why go? Created by renowned chef Raymond Blanc, Belmond Le Manoir aux quat’Saisons is a wonderful escape in the Oxfordshir­e countrysid­e for couples who love luxury, but aren’t afraid to get stuck in. Experience a magnitude of cooking classes or head to the gorgeous grounds for a day of gardening lessons.

Laid-back Luxury

NAUTILUS RESORT, RAROTONGA, COOK ISLANDS

When to go: May to October, for the best sunshine hours

Why go? Nautilus Resort is pure 4.5-star South Pacific beachfront luxury on Rarotonga’s white sand Muri Beach. Polynesian-inspired villas each have their own private saltwater plunge pool. The resort also features an award-winning spa, offering Polynesian and Western ‘Thalgo’ treatments.

Fairytale Glamping

FREE SPIRIT SPHERES, VANCOUVER ISLAND, CANADA

When to go: March to May or September to November

Why go? Always dreamed of living in a treehouse? Pack your bags for Canada, stat. Suspended above the rainforest, you’ll find three spherical treehouses ready to help you rediscover the beauty of nature. Get out and explore the island with sea kayaking, cave exploring, ziplining and beach crawling.

Sun Seekers

MURI BEACH CLUB HOTEL, RAROTONGA, COOK ISLANDS

When to go: May to October Why go? Fifteen unspoiled islands, impossibly blue waters and picturesqu­e beaches, fringed by palm trees, are what honeymoon dreams are made of. Set against this romantic backdrop is Muri Beach Club Hotel – an adults-only paradise that offers a ‘lovers indulgence gift pack’ and Instagram-worthy bed set-up on arrival.

Art Meets Countrysid­e

DOMAINE ANDÉOLS, SAINT-SATURNIN- LÈS-APT, FRANCE

When to go: June to August for lavender season or March to May, September to November for low-season prices

Why go? If the word Provence gets you excited, look no further than Domaine Andéols. Take your pick from 10 modern guesthouse­s, each with its own personalit­y and filled with collection­s of art and rare and precious objects.

The South Pacific Gem

RAMADA RESORT, PORT VILA, VANUATU

When to go: April to October, when the weather is more stable and not as humid

Why go? Ramada is a brand new resort with stunning lagoon views, in-room kitchen facilities, a swim-up pool bar and delicious cuisine. The island of Efate, where Port Vila is located, has fantastic deals and is great to explore with ziplining, off-road buggies, 24-hour markets and plenty of great food options.

 ??  ?? What to pack: Aurai bikini top, $ 69 Cotton On shorts, $ 20 Citta Design towel, $59 Henesii earrings, $ 195 Rubi sandals, $ 29 What to pack: Karen Walker x Disney sunglasses, $ 239 Saben belt bag, $ 319 Windsor Smith sandals, $ 137 Glassons shirt, $ 40 Camilla and Marc dress, $840 What to pack: Kathryn Wilson heels, $ 329 Lucilla Gray earrings, $ 359 H&M swimsuit, $50 Bec + Bridge trousers, $ 319 What to pack: Veja sneakers, $ 229 Mink Pink sunglasses, $60 Deadly Ponies PVC tote bag, $ 355 153
What to pack: Aurai bikini top, $ 69 Cotton On shorts, $ 20 Citta Design towel, $59 Henesii earrings, $ 195 Rubi sandals, $ 29 What to pack: Karen Walker x Disney sunglasses, $ 239 Saben belt bag, $ 319 Windsor Smith sandals, $ 137 Glassons shirt, $ 40 Camilla and Marc dress, $840 What to pack: Kathryn Wilson heels, $ 329 Lucilla Gray earrings, $ 359 H&M swimsuit, $50 Bec + Bridge trousers, $ 319 What to pack: Veja sneakers, $ 229 Mink Pink sunglasses, $60 Deadly Ponies PVC tote bag, $ 355 153
 ??  ?? What to pack: H&M sweater, $70 Rubi sneakers, $ 55 154 For couples with differing interests, Vanuatu offers a plethora of experience­s, from climbing to the edge of a volcano or ziplining across the jungle, to lazing around on your own private island. Check out the latest flight deals at airvanuatu.com. Ministry of Tomorrow backpack, $ 300 Bec + Bridge swimsuit, $ 138 Glassons shorts, $ 40 What to pack: Camilla & Marc sandals, $600 Lucilla Gray earrings, $ 299 H&M bag, $ 30 What to pack: H&M sunglasses, $ 13 Heidi Klum Intimates bodysuit, $ 100 Glassons jeans, $60 Camilla & Marc boots, $ 660 What to pack: Rebe hat, $ 465 Deadly Ponies bag, $ 595 Birkenstoc­k sandals, $ 160 KOWTOW bikini top, $ 119; briefs, $ 119
What to pack: H&M sweater, $70 Rubi sneakers, $ 55 154 For couples with differing interests, Vanuatu offers a plethora of experience­s, from climbing to the edge of a volcano or ziplining across the jungle, to lazing around on your own private island. Check out the latest flight deals at airvanuatu.com. Ministry of Tomorrow backpack, $ 300 Bec + Bridge swimsuit, $ 138 Glassons shorts, $ 40 What to pack: Camilla & Marc sandals, $600 Lucilla Gray earrings, $ 299 H&M bag, $ 30 What to pack: H&M sunglasses, $ 13 Heidi Klum Intimates bodysuit, $ 100 Glassons jeans, $60 Camilla & Marc boots, $ 660 What to pack: Rebe hat, $ 465 Deadly Ponies bag, $ 595 Birkenstoc­k sandals, $ 160 KOWTOW bikini top, $ 119; briefs, $ 119

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