WHAT’S YOUR Honeymoon style?
WE’VE ROUNDED UP EIGHT HONEYMOON STYLES WE LOVE. LET THE ’ MOON PLANNING BEGIN!
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.