Honeymoon Ideas: Dare to Go Beyond Tradition

No matter what your honeymoon ideas may be, you should plan an experience you'll remember for the rest of your life. Your honeymoon should reflect your uniqueness as a couple: What do you and your soon-to-be-spouse want to do?

 

Where you chose to stay says a lot about you as a couple. Do you want to be pampered at a luxury resort, or would you prefer the cozy togetherness of a bed and breakfast? Or would you be happiest with a cabin on a cruise ship? Each possibility has its own advantages.

 

Couples Resorts: Couples resorts are designed with romance in mind. You can access many different activities and make friends with other honeymooners. You also avoid the noise generated by vacationing children. Most couples resorts, such as those popular on Jamaica, specialize in providing private, romantic, beachfront honeymoon suites.

 

Cruise Ships: Cruise ships offer many possibilities for romance. You only have to unpack once, but can see so many different locations. A cruise offers one-stop shopping: Food, activities and other amenities can all be included in the cost. Some cruise lines even offer special honeymoon suites ("cabins").

 

Bed and Breakfast: If you're looking for a quiet vacation with a personal touch, consider a bed and breakfast. Generally more affordable than hotels, a B&B gives you an opportunity to get to know your hosts, and to avoid the large crowds associated with resorts. Often, your hosts have special touches reserved for honeymooners. After all, many people love to dote on newlyweds and recall their fondest moments.

Theme vacations make great honeymoon ideas. Consider some of the following.

 

Water World: Do you both have a passion for watersports? Spend your vacation in a location that offers surfing, kayaking and other watersports.

 

High in the Sky: Or if you don't care for the water, how about the air? Some "airborne" activities include hot air ballooning, glider plane ride, helicopter tours, and skydiving.

 

The Stage Life: Love the theater? Spend your honeymoon taking in the best Broadway shows, performances by local theater groups or concerts.

 

Wine Tasting Tours: If you love the sophistication of wine tasting, why not plan a tour of your favorite vineyards? California, Europe and even Australia are all possible destinations for a wine tasting getaway.

 

Adventure Travel: For the excitement seekers, adventure travel can include four wheeling, mountain climbing, parachuting, scuba diving, bungee jumping or anything else that appeals to thrill-seeking couples.

 

Ecotourism: Ecotourism is tremendously popular, and offers an amazing range of options for nature lovers. You can explore remote Mexican jungles, camp in the Alaskan Wilderness, trek through Hawaii's Haleakala Crater or take an Antarctic cruise. Ecotourism can take you almost anywhere in the world.

 

Museums and Archeology: The world abounds in historical ruins, architectural marvels and amazing museums. Why not explore them? You can enjoy the art museums of Europe, explore Hawaiian history, or climbs the steps of ancient Mayan pyramids.

Eventually, your honeymoon ends. When it does, make sure you have plenty to remember it by. Ask for a good camera or camcorder as a wedding gift: You can frame photos of your trip or create a scrapbook. Take the time to find that perfect memento. Souvenirs and ornaments found on your trip will help keep memories fresh. And if you ever find that your memories of your first vacation together are getting a little hazy, take heart: Honeymoon suites can be found anywhere...even if it's just for the night!