You have been busy planning all the details of your wedding day- flowers, the band, favors, menu selection, hair style, etc. BUT one of the best parts of the wedding is what comes after- the honeymoon! Your time to relax with your new hubby and enjoy your first weeks as a married couple!
Honeymoons used to mean going to Florida for a week or maybe a resort on one of the beaches in the caribbean, but now couples are trying to be different. They are planning honeymoons that are more than just lounging in the sun. These are trips that are once-in-a-lifetime, unique, fun, and adventuresome! These are you out-of-the-box honeymoons!
Don’t get me wrong- sitting poolside, listening to the waves crash on the beach, sipping a fruity drink with a litte umbrella, and smelling the sweet scent of tanning lotion is still a great way to honeymoon! In doing just a bit of looking and reading, you can find some really cool options for about the same price!
US Honeymoons-
Tour of wine country- Napa Valley, CA: stay in a quaint bed and breakfast, tour some of the best wineries in the US, romantic dinners in the countryside….this is a wine-lovers dream come true!
Alaskian get away- summers are a great time to cruise to Alaska leaving from Washington or Vancouver. See the shores of Alaska along with the ocean wildlife and picturesque mountainscapes. Some cruises will have a water and land portion where you will train into the wilderness and lodge in a cabin.
Scottsdale, Arizona- some of the best spas and golfing in the US are right here in Scottsdale. Start the morning with a round of golf, get a midafternoon massage for two, sit by the pool, and then dance the night away after dining on a gourmet meal! Not so bad!!
Central/South America-
Ecuador- This country houses one of the most spectacular places on earth- The Galapagos Islands. These are only seen by boarding a small ship or yacht manned by trianed National Park guides. From hiking to amazing scuba diving, there is a little something for everyone in this journey!
Costa Rican Rainforest- Ecostourism is hot right now! Become one with nature- stay in a forest resort surrounded by nature. Fall asleep to the sounds of the wild, bird watch during the morning, hike trails in the afternoon, and relax in natural hot springs later in the afternoon. If you are lucky and staying in the right place, you may even see Volcan Arenal display a firey show for you!
These are only a few unique ways to honeymoon. There are so many options and so many things to do and see! Do a little research and see what you can find.
Simply Perfect by Melissa can also help you plan your honeymoon. We have access to travel search engines used by travel professionals and we are partnered with Sandals Resorts to help with planning all of your details.
