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Fabulous honeymoon ideas for every kind of escape
The venue is booked, the flowers are ordered and the dress of dreams has been chosen. With the big day well and truly on the way, it’s never too early to start planning the perfect honeymoon for you and your newly appointed spouse. From city breaks in Paris to resort holidays in the Maldives, these are the places to stay on your honeymoon.
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Pacuare Lodge, Costa Rica
The adventure begins before you arrive at Pacuare Lodge, as the only way in is via rafting down the river (or by helicopter and an off-road 4×4 trek). Once there, a hanging gondola transports you through the canopy to your treehouse suite.
BOOK IT: From $621. pacuarelodge.com
Set sail for an adventure around the Andaman Sea, and the idyllic coastline and islands of Thailand, including Phuket, Phang Nga and the Phi Phi islands. BoatBookings offer crewed and uncrewed yacht charters.
BOOK IT: Individually priced, boatbookings.com
Blanket Bay is in the heart of the Southern Alps, just 45 mins from Queenstown. It offers hiking, horse riding and fly fishing in the gorgeous NZ backcountry, as well as heli-skiing in the winter.
BOOK IT: From £905. blanketbay.com
Explore the wilds of British Columbia with Turquoise Holidays, which will put together a bespoke itinerary for your trip. Options include bear spotting, wildlife tours, kayak adventures and hiking.
BOOK IT: From £8,995pp for two week trip, turquoiseholidays.co.uk
Wildlife abounds at this eco-hotel in Ecuador’s Andean foothills. Spot butterflies, hummingbirds and other creatures native to the tropical cloud forest setting – think frogs, snakes, and insects.
BOOK IT: From £1,138, mrandmrssmith.com
Game drive in Kenya
Join wildlife conservationists in Kenya, where your trip will start at a rhino conservancy in the Laikipia region, before you join the the Lion Guardians, a group of young Maasai warriors who protect lion prides, and finish up with some turtle rescuing.
BOOK IT: From £7,000pp, pelorusx.com
This nine-night private tour takes in the best of Morocco, from dazzling Marrakech to the spectacular Atlas Mountains, and the enchanting coastal town of Oualidia.
BOOK IT: From £3,300pp. scottdunn.com
Hotel Excelsior
Enjoy the best of Venice in five-star luxury at this hotel on a secluded beach in the Lido. It’s only 15-20 minutes by boat to St Mark’s Square.
BOOK IT: From €450. hotelexcelsiorvenezia.com
Paris is always a good idea – and the Shangri-La makes an unforgettably luxurious base from which to explore the City of Love. Read our full review here.
BOOK IT: From €1,000. shangri-la.com
One&Only Reethi Rah
It’s a classic for a reason: honeymoons in the Maldives always hit the spot. Whether you go for a luscious beach villa or a charming over-water option, One&Only Reethi Rah provides the peace and privacy you need.
BOOK IT: From $2,000. oneandonlyresorts.com
Once the home of James Bond author Ian Fleming, today GoldenEye is a collection of private villas, cottages and beach huts, all set alongside the cerulean Caribbean sea. The perfect honeymoon escape.
BOOK IT: From £471. goldeneye.com
North Island, Seychelles
The Seychelles’ most luxurious resort, the picturesque North Island only hosts 11 villas, so you can lose yourself in its pristine beaches and azure seas.
BOOK IT: Individually priced. redsavannah.com
Where? Soneva Jani
The luxurious Thai resort’s famed ‘no news, no shoes’ vibe has been brought to the Maldives with Soneva Jani. Expect villas with water slides, a star-gazing observatory and four restaurants to choose from.
BOOK IT: soneva.com
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Where? Hôtel Plaza Athénée
This world renowned hotel sits on the prestigious Avenue Montaigne in the centre of Paris, making exploring the city a breeze. Its newly renovated suites on the seventh floor take inspiration from the Art Deco period.
BOOK IT: dorchestercollection.com
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Where? SANDALS Royal Curaçao
Lose yourself in the picturesque south Caribbean, where Sandals is opening its latest luxury resort. Expect spectacular sunsets and world leading cuisine on a 3,000-acre estate.
BOOK IT: sandals.co.uk
Where? Talland Bay Hotel
At the boutique Talland Bay Hotel in Cornwall, opportunities for romantic moments come in spades. A seaside break at this hotel promises scenic ocean views, intimate strolls on the beach, cocktails in the lounge and many relaxing evenings the bath tub.
BOOK IT: tallandbayhotel.co.uk
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Where? Palazzo Avino, Ravello
Romantic views are plentiful on the Amalfi Coast, but none quite have the impact like those you can catch from the terraces of Palazzo Avino. The family-run hotel sits on the edge of Ravello’s eastern ridge, and offers a panorama across the valley and waters.
BOOK IT: palazzoavino.com
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Where? São Lourenço do Barrocal, Alentejo
Set on 780 hectares of vineyards and olive groves, São Lourenço do Barroca is a hotspot for nature lovers and foodies alike. Expect days spent exploring on foot, bike or horse, relaxing with a treatment in the Susanne Kaufmann spa and meals made using ingredients sourced from the grounds and local area.
BOOK IT: barrocal.pt
Featured image: Palazzo Avino, Ravello, Amalfi Coast
