Posted by admin on 21st, 2011
Vegas attracts couples getting married like a hot streak on the dice attracts gamblers. You’ll find every kind of activity and accommodation you can think of here. Gambling and shows are what Vegas is famous for, but there is shopping, golf and much more. You can lounge around the pool and be spoiled at the spa. Or, you can just walk around and laugh at all the people while you hold hands.
One of the great things about a Las Vegas honeymoon is that it can be anything you want. There are, of course, the wedding chapels with a Justice of the Peace dressed as Elvis, along with heart-shaped hot tubs in the hotel room. But there is also the elegant atmosphere at the Bellagio with its world-class rooms and shops.
Try a little Europe, USA style. Go to the Paris and take advantage of the Eiffel Tower wedding package to tie the knot atop a 50-story replica of the famed structure. Or, if you want an experience that is even more old-fashioned than you can imagine, dress up in Medieval garb and stay at the Excalibur.
For those on a budget the Tropicana offers packages that are remarkably inexpensive. This hotel is one of the classics in Las Vegas and offers that late-’50s style ambiance that made the town famous. You’ll be snapping your fingers like Frank Sinatra and still have plenty of cash left over to roll the dice with your new spouse.
Maybe you’d like something with a tropical feel. Despite the name, the Tropicana doesn’t quite provide that. But the Mandalay Bay Resort certainly does. There’s an excellent spa, a stylish restaurant and dozens of shops, along with a casino, of course.
You might be interested in wearing a toga, or something like it. Spend your Las Vegas Honeymoon in the large rooms at Caesar’s Palace, then go to the spa for a great massage. Lounge around the room afterward in one of the oval baths big enough for two. Then stretch out underneath the ceiling mirror to enjoy one of the luxurious four-poster beds. You’ll feel like having a Roman orgy for two.
You can even stay far from the hustle and bustle of Las Vegas and only drive in for the gambling and shows, if you want. The Ritz-Carlton at Lake Las Vegas has one of the best spas around. It also features an outstanding golf course.
It’s 17 miles from the Strip, so you’ll experience a very different atmosphere. But you can still be in the thick of the excitement in less than half an hour. Like every Ritz-Carlton, it’s a bit pricey, but it’s your honeymoon so splurge.
Wherever you stay there is no end of things to do in Las Vegas on your honeymoon. If you still have any energy left after the golf, the shopping, the shows and walking the Strip, you can always take a drive. The romantic route that winds through the desert canyons can end with a spectacular sunset and a honeymoon kiss.
Posted by admin on 14th, 2011
There’s a reason that Hawaii often tops the list of honeymoon destinations. Many, rightly so, see it as the very model of a romantic spot to spend those few days or weeks celebrating a new marriage. Its relaxing and couple-friendly atmosphere is the perfect spot for newlyweds.
A Hawaii honeymoon has it all: tropical breezes, glorious sunsets, gorgeous hotels and the everpresent sea. It’s exotic, always a good element in a honeymoon destination. But, as part of the U.S., it’s also a known quantity, safe and easy to reach with little chance of things going wrong.
Hotels and cruise ships cater to the Hawaii honeymooners with their best packages. They know the happy couple will spend a little more to get a cottage or room that suits their mood. The couple will delight in the amenities offered. Everybody wins!
Whether the stay is a few days or a few weeks, there are options available in all price ranges. For a stay of a few days, airlines will often offer special fares for those who book well in advance. For those who have the time, cruise ships offer special honeymoon packages to accommodate newlyweds on a budget.
Hotels offer similar arrangements. But at the same time, like the cruise ships, they don’t skimp on the value. They know that couples will tell their friends. So, they roll out the red carpet for those who come to Hawaii, whether their accommodation is the smaller budget room or the high-end luxury suite.
Beyond the travel and room arrangements, Hawaii honeymoon packages offer many additional worthwhile amenities.
Some couples will want nothing more than to hold hands on the beach or spend intimate hours in their room. Privacy is always provided to guests. But many will want to get out and explore, to expand their list of memories to take back home.
Bicycles, motorbikes and small self-directed boat trips are often part of the deal. Short, small-ship cruises around the islands are another popular offering. But there’s more.
Hawaiian honeymoon packages often include knowledgeable and friendly guides. Those employees may serve as the lead on a climbing trip up one of the famed lava laden mountains. Or, they may offer interesting bits of local lore while showing the couple around a lush tropical forest.
Guides can do more than just offer information, though. They can instruct. Part of your Hawaii honeymoon may involve learning a new skill – bungee jumping, kayaking and others. Expert instructors will show you how to safely indulge your passion for adventure on a trip dedicated to passion.
Your Hawaii honeymoon may be focused on the main island of Hawaii. Or, it can involve a stay or a short side trip to Maui, Oahu or any of the islands making up this state. Whatever your preference, there’s a honeymoon package that will provide the perfect options in this perfect destination. Since it’s your honeymoon, would you settle for anything less?
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Posted by admin on 7th, 2011
The Caribbean remains among the most popular honeymoon destinations. It serves the purpose well. It offers glorious sunsets, warm beaches and a host of things to do, including doing nothing at all!
But the Caribbean is a big place. That’s an advantage for honeymooners because it means you can find an isolated spot for an intimate honeymoon. Or, you can join the excitement and dance on a floor filled with lots of other partiers.
Antigua
The blue waters of Antigua attract honeymooners from around the world. You’ll rub shoulders with a German couple while you chat with two Japanese about their part of the world. Stay at the hotel named for the sea – Blue Waters – and you can enjoy a classic Caribbean honeymoon vacation.
Head out to the southern tip of the Leeward Islands and take in the lush tropical gardens on the peninsula. The Curtain Bluff Resort is ready to welcome you, under the same management since 1962. Feel the ocean breezes and listen to the birds chirp as you enjoy a quiet rendez-vous on the sandy beach.
Aruba
Fly to Aruba, an island that often tops the lists of best honeymoon destinations. You can get an all inclusive package or mix and match to suit your taste. Scuba dive in the morning then have an outstanding lunch at a Caribbean 4-star restaurant.
You can enjoy your own private condominium or villa in this tropical paradise at the Tierra del Sol Resort. Or, you can stay at the Renaissance Aruba Resort and lounge around the pool. If you want a little excitement get dressed up and visit the casino. Then head back to your room in the adults-only complex for some honeymoon excitement.
Jamaica
Jamaica continues to be the choice of honeymoon couples from all over the world. It’s been 45 years since James Bond first walked the sandy beaches here, but the romance and excitement have never dwindled.
Stay at Montego Bay and find out what Bond found so fascinating. Just off the doorstep of the Half Moon hotel are white sandy beaches that invite romance while they provide plenty of room to tan. Play some of the best golf courses in the world while you adjust your shot against the ocean breeze. Go kayaking or take a cruise around the island.
Bahamas
The Bahamas is great, especially for those in the eastern half of the U.S. Close to home (just over 50 miles from Florida), but filled with all the glamor of any Caribbean island.
Enjoy a stay at the Sandals all-adult, couples-only resort. They offer two beaches on a private island. Go to the spa and be treated to the same amenities as the rich and famous. Enjoy the Greek-style decor of the pool that is part of their all inclusive honeymoon package.
If you’re thinking of a Caribbean honeymoon, you’re thinking along the right track. Barbados, St. Thomas, St. Lucia, the Virgin Islands and many more spots are waiting to make your honeymoon the trip of a lifetime.
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Posted by admin on 28th, 2011
Many honeymoon couples are happy to stay in one area where they’ll find all the things they want. For them, honeymoon resorts are the perfect option. Resorts provide excellent accommodations, fine restaurants and exciting entertainment all ‘under one roof’, figuratively speaking.
Florida
Florida provides many honeymoon resorts to choose from. One of America’s premier playgrounds, and always in the top honeymoon destination list, this state has it all. Resorts may be located in busy Miami, or the laid back Florida Keys. Whatever your preference, you can’t go wrong.
The Ritz-Carlton in Key Biscayne, for example, offers attentive staff, water sports and a 20,000 square foot spa with an ocean view. Guests can play tennis then relax in one of the 21 treatment rooms and be pampered for hours. If you just can’t get away from the computer or Internet on your honeymoon, they have technical staff ready to fix any problem you have.
It’s located only a half hour from Miami International Airport and the weather is great year round.
Maybe you have your heart set on getting far away to some exotic locale. Snap your fingers and you’re there.
Jamaica
Ocho Rios is one of the top honeymoon spots in the world. It provides an excellent combination of natural sights and modern convenience.
Sandals’ Grande Ocho Rios offers everything honeymoon couples could want in one resort package. With 95 pools you’ll never be crowded or lack choices. If you prefer the ocean, there are two beaches that are part of the property. Wander through the lush tropical gardens or play some golf.
For a real treat, go swimming at River Falls where the waters are populated by dolphins. Take a look up and you’ll find the spectacular St. Ann Mountains. Look down and you’re facing the Caribbean Sea. Paradise!
Mexico
Maybe you’d prefer to head down Mexico way. Cancun is the place to go. Always highly rated by honeymoon couples who have actually been there, it offers many resorts with every thing under the sun.
Dreams Cancun Resort lives up to its name. Want to enjoy tropical breezes while you investigate the Mayan ruins? You’ve got it. Take a swim in the lagoon then relax in the world-class spa and be pampered the way you deserve.
This private resort offers shopping, dining and entertainment galore. No need to go anywhere else. But if you choose to there’s plenty to enjoy. Snorkeling in the coral reefs is popular. Later you can enjoy the scenic views from your private terrace.
If you’re looking for an all inclusive honeymoon spot that offers everything, there are honeymoon resorts all over the world to choose from. Choose the type of honeymoon atmosphere you want and you’ll easily find a destination to match.
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Posted by admin on 7th, 2011
You’ve planned for a long time and now you’re ready to go on your honeymoon vacation. Hawaii, Italy, Aruba, St. Thomas… wherever you’ve chosen to go get ready for a trip you’ll remember forever.
Hawaii offers an outstanding mix of tropical island and modern luxury. Far out in the Pacific it provides endless vistas and perpetual ocean breezes. As a populous state and popular destination it offers every amenity known to man and woman.
Europe is more some couples’ style. Excellent choice! Ancient castles, romantic wineries and so much more. Want a sunny beach and endless nightlife? Nice in France is just waiting for you. Want to visit all those places you’ve read about your whole life? Paris is ready to accommodate your every romantic dream. Go to Scotland and see the place your ancestors were born.
The U.S. has equally exciting honeymoon destinations to offer newlyweds, or those taking their long-delayed special vacation.
Las Vegas is the honeymoon capital of the country. Here you can find everything from a Justice of the Peace dressed as Elvis to the elegant and world-class Bellagio Hotel. Walk down The Strip and laugh at all the colorful characters. Golf at one of the world’s best courses. Take a drive along the romantic desert highway and watch the sun set together.
Florida has some of the best resorts in the world. You can enjoy the bustle of Miami or get away from everything in the famed laid-back Florida Keys. Hop on one of Disney’s world-class ships for a cruise up the coast to Boston or down to the Caribbean.
But, the Caribbean is a big place. It might be nearby Bahamas, only 50 miles off the tip of the southernmost state. Or, it could be Jamaica and world renowned Montego Bay that offers services that would satisfy even James Bond. It might be Antigua or the Virgin Islands, St. Barts or St. Lucia. Barbados is still the exotic locale for which it became famous generations ago.
But where to go is one thing. How is another.
You can opt for a honeymoon package that includes hotel, flight, cruise and much more. Combination deals offer transportation, accommodations and activities all in one. Stay at the Ritz and enjoy their golf course as part of the price. Pick a resort in Cancun and be pampered at the spa for no extra fee.
All inclusive honeymoon deals include even more. Want to concentrate on each other instead of the waiter’s tip? Get an all inclusive arrangement and everything is paid for at once. Don’t worry about meals or moonlit rides, kayaking or cocktails. It’s all included for one price.
One way to get someone else to pick up part of the tab is to sign up at a Honeymoon Registry. Friends and loved ones can buy a hot air balloon ride, a week long stay at a Venice hotel, or a cruise up the canals through Germany.
But the most important thing is to enjoy! Pick an atmosphere you both want, then settle on a destination (or several!) that meets your needs. Spin the globe and put down a finger. You’ll find just what you’re looking for anywhere you want to go.
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Posted by admin on 21st, 2011
There are literally thousands of places around the world that offer outstanding romantic honeymoon destinations. But there’s a reason that many will zero in on Europe during their search. It offers dozens of superb places to go with enough variety to please anyone.
France is one of the top destinations, and it’s no surprise.
Paris is, of course, considered one of the most romantic cities on the globe. That reputation is well earned. The view from the Eiffel Tower is breathtaking. A walk along the beautiful Seine after sunset is the stuff of which movies are made.
But France offers much more than just Paris, for those who prefer something less urban or metropolitan. The south of France, including Nice and St. Tropez, has long been known as the vacationer’s paradise. Newlyweds who travel here, perhaps as part of a cruise, will find that the rumors are all true.
Even the smaller villages, many of them located near world-class wineries, can be the perfect retreat from the world on that special honeymoon trip. St. Paul de Vence in Provence has sidewalk cafes, art galleries, boutiques and more. It is the very picture of a quaint European town.
Italy, too, is well known as the choice of many newlyweds looking for a place to honeymoon. Wherever they go here, they can never go wrong.
For those interested in adding to their wedded bliss with a little vino, the wineries in Tuscany are first rate. Bicycle tours in Umbria or Chianti are enjoyed by many – but not too many… you won’t be overcrowded here! You can even rent a Ferrari and dine in a Medieval castle.
Some couples prefer the hustle and bustle of a major city as they celebrate their new status with a honeymoon in Rome or Venice. Both cities are world famous for museums, ancient sites and the finest restaurants anywhere. Gliding down a canal never gets old. Seeing the Coliseum will create one more lifelong memory on a honeymoon filled with so many.
Think of Germany and romance may not be the first thing that comes to mind. But it should be. The land of Goethe and Schiller was the very epitome of passion in the 19th century, and it remains so today. This is proven over and over again as you investigate romantic honeymoon destinations here.
There’s the Romantische Strasse, the 200-mile drive along Romantic Road, that encompasses farmlands, and the foothills of the Bavarian Alps. Take in Neuschwanstein, one of Germany’s many romantic castles on your honeymoon. Sip some of the world’s best wine along the way.
Stay in a Bed and Breakfast near the Black Forest. Or, visit exciting Berlin and catch a show while you hold hands. Listen to Bach in Frankfurt or dance the night away in Hamburg, then go back to the hotel along one of the canals.
Your European honeymoon destination might be the romantic low hills of Ireland. Or, it could turn out to be the unforgettable vistas of the mountains near Geneva, Switzerland. You might take in sunny Sicily or frigid Finland. But whichever type of honeymoon atmosphere you prefer, you’ll find a neverending array of choices for an unforgettable trip.
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Posted by admin on 14th, 2011
Where to go? Where to go? Where to go on your honeymoon…. Isn’t that the question running around in your mind? Budget, time and a thousand different choices – not to mention different tastes between husband and wife – all make the decision hard. Fortunately, you can hardly go wrong. There are dozens of affordable honeymoon vacations for every country, activity or style you can imagine.
Aruba
Aruba remains one of the top honeymoon destinations around, year after year. This island 15 miles off the coast of Venezuela remains warm and sunny all year. It’s only a few hours by plane from New York and many cruise ships make it a stop along the way to other ports of call.
Miles of white sandy beaches offer the chance to laze around and soak up the sun. Or, you can set off on a romantic horseback ride you’ll remember for a lifetime. Take a boat tour of the surrounding waters and marvel at all the undersea life you’ll see from your glass-bottomed transport.
Costa Rica
Costa Rica continues to rank high among newlyweds seeking a honeymoon vacation spot. This country in Central America squeezed between Panama and Nicaragua offers lush mountains with breathtaking waterfalls. Honeymooners can go whitewater rafting or visit the Irazu volcano. Scuba dive in the morning then have lunch and go out for kayaking later in the day. Visit Makanda By the Sea and enjoy the rainforest gardens set high above the Costa Rican coastline.
Maybe you like sun, but want something with a little more evidence of civilization. Easy…
Italy
Italy offers a huge variety of options to explore. The Italian Alps provides skiing and breathtaking natural views from the chalet. Or, tour Turin and see some of the sights that have thrilled honeymoon couples for nearly 2,000 years.
You and your new spouse might enjoy a little museum hopping. Visit the Egyptian Museum or the Agnelli Picture Gallery. Do a little shopping then settle down in an outdoor cafe and hold hands while you watch the world walk by.
England
Don’t neglect to consider England, either. It may not be the first place that pops to mind when considering romantic honeymoon vacations. But it should be. After all courtly love was popular here centuries ago and has never faded.
Take a tour of Leeds Castle in Maidstone, Kent and see where real courtly love was practiced. You’ll come away knowing why it’s called the loveliest castle in the world. Vacation packages include tours of the rolling green countryside and many other extras.
If you prefer the sea, check out the Isle of Wight. Honeymoon packages include sailing, powerboat racing and other water-oriented activities. Check out some of the famed churches by day then visit a nightclub that evening. Where else can you get the sacred and the sexy in one honeymoon spot?
Whatever type of honeymoon vacation you seek, there are spots around the world that offer affordable packages.
Posted by admin on 7th, 2011
The idea of a wedding registry is well established. Prospective couples planning a wedding register with stores and then let their friends know where they’ve registered. Those interested in buying gifts can see a list of items that the couple needs and wants. That way, the buyer knows they’re getting something the couple will value. Everybody wins.
The idea has long ago been extended to include honeymoons. Hotel accommodations, side excursions and much more can be included on a honeymoon registry. In the same way as a wedding registry, the couple simply lets their guests know about it. No obligation to buy.
However, unlike typical wedding registries, some honeymoon registries do cost up front. The arrangements differ widely, though. In some cases a flat fee is charged. In others, a percentage to anyone purchasing a listed gift for the honeymoon couple.
According to the companies, this covers their cost of making arrangements with hotel chains, airlines, resorts and tour or entertainment operators for good prices. The Big Day (http://www.thebigday.com/) is one of the larger, more well-established honeymoon registries. Traveler’s Joy (http://www.travelersjoy.com) is another.
Gifts run the gamut of everything imaginable. Unlike a wedding gift registry, though, the focus is on things and activities a couple will typically pay for on a honeymoon.
It may be something as common (albeit stunning) as a 4-night stay in a spectacular hotel in St. Petersburg, Russia. Or, it could be an all-day boat ride along the River Neva for the happy couple staying there. Honeymoon registry gifts can pay for one meal or all of them at the hotel. Some even pay for cocktails before dinner.
Some honeymooners love to enjoy all the activities they dreamed of while on their vacation. Hot air balloon rides are a popular choice. It’s something couples often talk about, but at $100-$200 per person often put off. It makes for a great gift. In many cases, the money isn’t fully paid for up front, though. A deposit might be registered, with the full amount only required if the couple actually uses the gift.
But that introduces a bit of fine print to watch out for. Registry policies, and those covering individual gifts, can vary widely. On some, the gift dollars never expire. If the couple doesn’t take advantage of the generous offer in, say, two years, the activity is still there if they should want to do so later.
Many others expire. When they expire, the money may be returned (minus a service fee) or the company may keep it entirely. There’s nothing fraudulent about the practice. It’s simply up to those registering to read the contract as they would any other and to make a decision accordingly.
Honeymoon registries have their pros and cons. Sometimes prices can actually be lower for those who book through the hotel’s online website, for example. But a honeymoon registry can also be a convenient and effective way for friends and loved ones to give the couple a Jeep safari in Africa or a private bungalow in Aruba.
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Posted by admin on 24th, 2011
Planning the wedding was a huge undertaking. You spent months working out the place, the guest list, the clothes…. It was endless. Do you really want to go through that again to plan your honeymoon? Not necessary! A few simple tasks, an email here and there, and you can be set for the trip of a lifetime.
Topic number one in honeymoon planning, of course, is where to go. Sure, you could argue about it until your 50th wedding anniversary. But this can actually be one of the most fun parts of the whole experience. You had enough in common to get married. You can agree on a honeymoon destination.
Rather than try to pick the exact location at first, start by considering the type of honeymoon atmosphere you want. Do tropical beaches appeal to you? Maybe laying on the beach is about as exciting to you as filling out your tax form. Everyone is unique. The green hills of Ireland will sound romantic to one couple. Another may prefer sunny Rome. Still others may find Aruba the perfect honeymoon atmosphere. Choosing isolated versus metropolitan versus tropical will help guide your specific destination choice.
Once you know the type and place, it’s straightforward to develop a budget. You might have received an all inclusive honeymoon vacation as a wedding gift. Signing up at a Honeymoon Registry will improve your odds, too! But even on your own, there’s a place to suit every budget.
Inexpensive packages are available for honeymoon couples in Las Vegas. Or, suppose you live in London. You can set off on a trip around Paris, then stay in a château in the wine country for a very modest cost. The train trip in and out is easy and gives you something extra to do. For those with more to spend, of course, the options become wider. But even the Hotel Ritz in Madrid offers terrific deals for newlyweds.
Part of the process, which will affect choice of location and budgeting, is deciding on a time of year. Your wedding can take place in June, but you may want to have the honeymoon in February. You get to relax from all the craziness leading up to the wedding and can take advantage of off-season rates. Cruises and hotels often lower their prices during these periods.
Take into account that when it’s summer in the Northern Hemisphere it’s winter in the Southern, and vice versa. If you get married January 1 in Chicago, it’s still January 1 in Sydney. But while you’re fighting ice, the Australians are baking.
The key to any successful honeymoon vacation is to explore all your options early. Sure, your mind is filled with all the things you need to do to have the wedding come off perfectly. So treat yourself and look into the honeymoon of your choice. Location, budget and more will all be easier if you take it one step at a time well in advance.
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Posted by admin on 17th, 2011
What are honeymoon packages and why should you get one?
Picture this:
You have to book a hotel. You want to take a cruise. You have to get there by plane. Taxi… forget it! It doesn’t end with travel. You want to go on a tour of the Taj Mahal or get some great scuba instruction. Now you’ve got even more arrangements to make.
And you thought all that complicated planning would end with the wedding. It can. Get a honeymoon package. Honeymoon packages come in all shapes and sizes. Many can be custom ‘fitted’ to a specific couple.
One common form is a combination of flight plus cruise. The flight gets you from an airport near you to the ship’s point of embarkation. Then you board and enjoy your honeymoon cruise to an exotic locale. The return flight brings you home.
But some will include flights in the middle. You board the ship and sail off, say, to the Greek Isles. Then, after a few days stay, you fly to Monte Carlo or Paris for some gambling or nightlife. You may pick up the cruise at another point, say Lisbon, or fly back to Greece to complete your honeymoon. Then it’s back by ship to Florida and home on a final flight.
Hotels are another typical part of honeymoon packages. No need to worry about where to stay once you arrive from your flight or cruise. Pay once and be assured of your accommodations for the entire honeymoon.
That also saves you money.
Packages invariably offer the best rates. Paying separately for flight and hotel will carry a higher cost than getting a combination deal. The business reason is straightforward. Special arrangements between the airline and the hotel make them money by feeding each company customers. The honeymoon couple gets the benefit by a lower price than they could get on their own. Everybody wins.
The same principle can, and often does, extend beyond transportation and accommodations. It often reaches to activities that newlyweds seek when they reach their honeymoon destination.
You may take a flight to Aruba, one of the most popular honeymoon spots. But before long you’ll want to do more than lie on the beach. Scuba diving is often included as part of the package that includes hotel and transportation. Bicycle rental might even be included so you and your new spouse can ride off into the sunset together. Horseback riding is included in some packages, too.
Or, suppose you prefer romantic Italy. You arrive in Venice and book into a fine hotel that was included in your package. But now you want to take a canal ride, or go on a tour of one of the outstanding sights in the ancient city. Many hotels will include this as part of the amenities.
No matter where you want to go, how you want to get there, or what you want to do when you arrive you’ll find a honeymoon package that offers just what you seek.
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