Honeymoon destinations further afield
Caribbean
If you are thinking of going further afield, then the Caribbean is a popular choice for your honeymoon. As well as the well known resorts of Antigua and Barbados, there are the smaller islands to consider too. Hayes & Jarvis have this to say about Tobago “Tobago is a Caribbean hideaway that has sandy beaches, tropical rainforest and amazing coral reefs where citrus scents the air. Said to be the inspiration behind Daniel Defoe’s Robinson Crusoe, Tobago really is a tropical paradise, where exotic birds fly and coconut palms sway.” Sounds like a perfect honeymoon destination to us!
You may want to consider going all inclusive on your honeymoon so you know what it will cost from the start. Sandals offer some beautiful resorts around the Caribbean just for couples. There are 13 Sandals resorts located on the exotic Caribbean islands of St Lucia, Antigua Bahamas, Jamaica and Cuba. The resorts are exclusive to couples over 18 years old and you’re guaranteed a relaxing and luxurious holiday.
For the most sumptuous of the Sandals Resorts choose from one of the 7 Sandals Signature Collection hotels: Sandals Grande Antigua Resort & Spa, Sandals Grande St Lucian Spa & Beach Resort, Sandals Regency La Toc Golf Resort & Spa in St Lucia, Sandals Dunn’s River Villaggio Golf Resort & Spa, Sandals Negril Beach Resort & Spa, Sandals Whitehouse European Village & Spa and Sandals Royal Bahamian Spa Resort & Offshore Island.
If you have never slept in the round, then here is your chance at Sandals Grande St Lucian! Dotted along the beach amidst the gardens or fronting the beach are a select number of over-sized rondovals. Exceptionally private with their own plunge pools, outdoor Jacuzzi, grotto shower and hammock, these suites are St Lucia's answer to contemporary style with handsome furniture and state of the art bathrooms. Complete with personal Butler service, they are the ultimate in luxurious seclusion and available to organise anything to your heart's desire!
Far East
Another popular choice is the Far East, and Mosaic Holidays offer such exotic destinations as The Maldives, Mauritius and the Seychelles. For the ultimate in luxury the 5 star Huvafen Fushi resort on North Male Atoll in the Maldives would be hard to beat. A member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World group, the Huvafen Fushi offers sumptuous comfort as well as the worlds first underwater Spa treatment rooms (think massage in an aquarium)! And if you can even learn to scuba dive there with a PADI dive school at the hotel.
Sovereign have been taking travelers to luxury destinations for over 30 years and have a dedicated honeymoon section on their website. The team at Sovereign have handpicked the following selection of hotels which consistently prove popular as a honeymoon destination, just follow the links for more details and remember Sovereign offer an online booking discount of up to 10%!
Jumby Bay, Antigua
Gently swaying palms, tropical flowers and cascading fountains, not forgetting half a mile of white sands and turquoise waters; this intimate hideaway is the perfect choice for your honeymoon.
Cocobay, Antigua
This inviting resort crowns a statuesque cliff, overlooking the turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea. Decorated in a soft palette of vanillas and creams, the simple yet sumptuous rooms promise romance and relaxation. Honeymooners receive a bottle of sparkling wine and flowers in the room on arrival.
Excellence Riviera Cancun, Mexico
Sprawling along sugar-white sands, this adult-only, all-suite resort is popular with honeymooners and provides a wonderful all-inclusive experience. Guests upgrading to a Junior Suite Ocean View room will receive a champagne breakfast on their first morning, a massage for two, a private beachfront dinner and a bottle of champagne, fresh fruit and flowers on arrival. All honeymooners will receive a champagne breakfast during their stay, fresh fruit and a bottle of wine.
Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives
If it is seclusion you are searching for on your honeymoon, this is an idyllic island escape with white sands and an aquamarine lagoon providing a picture-perfect panorama. Honeymooners receive a private dinner on the beach with a bottle of wine, a sunset cruise and a 50 minute treatment at the Spa.
Oyster Residences, Turkey
Exclusive to Sovereign in the UK, this is a beautiful property with swaying hammocks in gardens shaded by olive trees, reclining cushions by the pool and individually designed rooms, perfect for a romantic honeymoon.
Anassa, Cyprus
Thought by many to be one of the world’s top ten hotels, this is an idyllic place to relax with adventurous pastimes including yacht cruises and sailing lessons.
Villa Costa, Kefalonia
At this family-run boutique hotel, exclusive to Sovereign in the UK, guest rooms are named after Greek goddesses, depicting the essence of beauty and creating a truly romantic retreat. Honeymooners receive sparkling wine, cake and flowers.
Hotel Katikies, Santorini
Luxury and seclusion go hand in hand at this intimate hotel, perched on a hillside above the Aegean Sea. Couples can enjoy alfresco candlelit dinners with stunning scenery and divine sunsets.
Hopefully we've given you some ideas for what your ultimate honeymoon destination might be - and with the help of your family and friends and a gift list at The Bottom Drawer, you could be packing your bags before you know it!
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