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The Maldives boasts world-class resorts on private islands, crystal clear water with powdered sandy beaches, natural attractions, mouth-watering food, and so much more. This makes the romantic paradise the ideal location for couples who wish to spend their honeymoon in peace. Keep these important points in mind when planning your honeymoon trip to the Maldives to enjoy an extraordinary getaway.

Plan Your Honeymoon Getaway in Advance

It is always better to plan your vacation as early as possible to avoid disappointments. As the Maldives is very popular amongst honeymoon couples, the best rooms in many island resorts often get reserved in advance. So, start your search for world-class Maldives beach hotels early to enjoy a worry-free journey.

Pick the Ideal Island Resort

The Maldives is home to about 1200 islands – some of which host luxury beach resorts like Cinnamon Velifushi Maldives. As more new resorts keep opening each year, you will need some time to research and choose the best accommodation that suits your needs. Many resorts are located on private islands that allow you to experience a luxurious honeymoon in seclusion.

Decide the Best Time To Visit

Romantic Dinners
Romantic Dinners in Maldives – Image by weyang via Pixabay

Travelling to the Maldives during the summer would be ideal. Look forward to being bathed in sunshine as you rest on the immaculate beach next to the azure ocean with your loved ones. Consider December to March, the best time to visit the Maldives.

Choose an All-Inclusive Vacation Package

There are many packages to choose from at different Maldives resorts. If you go for an all-inclusive package, you and your partner can benefit from everything beyond accommodation like snacks, drinks, and entertainment to share a once-in-a-lifetime luxury vacation.

 

 

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There are all sorts of sensuous and peculiar things in Kuala Lumpur for you to try with your better half. The next time you’re there you should really check these places out. Don’t worry, we’ve added a few less controversial activities too.

Go for a chocolate spa

This activity not only involves chocolate in some peculiar places, but it also includes an ear candling treatment. No one truly knows what it means until you try it for yourself. After the soothing massage treatments, you and your better half are left with a truly fun experience and sticky skin.

Shop at Central Market

Take your partner to Central Market and spend all their money. There is nothing more romantic than that, surely. Just kidding. Enjoy a nice day out in KL’s most famous shopping precinct where you can find adorable souvenirs and handcrafted items as well as a nice meal for two!

Go for a fun day out at a rooftop bar

Now you might be wondering how this mundane suggestion can trump the above stellar points. This particular rooftop bar has an infinity pool! The vibe here is totally unique with a touch of nostalgia and industrial chic. The Swimming Club by The Kuala Lumpur Journal Hotel is an adorable yet classy hotel in Bukit Bintang; please put this on your list too.

Go for an adventure in Jalan Alor

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jalan alor | Image via flickr by IQRemix

Saved the best for last. Jalan Alor is the foodie mecca of KL. This food destination is where you need to be because whatever you feel like eating, you’ll most likely find it here. If not, you’ll most certainly find a delicious localized version of your craving. This place is frequented by locals and foreigners alike for quality yet cheap food, that’s made in front of you.

Are you trying to find the perfect spot for your honeymoon? Look no farther than picture-perfect Phuket to enjoy your post-nuptial bliss with your better half. Here are some reasons why you should pick Phuket for your honeymoon.

Pristine Beaches

With multiple quiet and private beaches in Phuket, you and your loved one will be able to spend quality time on the sandy shores while taking in the beautiful blues of the Andaman Sea. There’s also plenty of opportunity for water sports so come ready to have a blast!

Luxurious Escapes

If you and your loved ones are looking for a dreamy resort, you’ll be happy to note that there are plenty of luxury hotels in Phuket. Resorts such as the likes of Anantara Layan Phuket Resort pull out all the stops to make any honeymooners’ stay unforgettable making Phuket an easy choice!

Image via Anantara Layan Phuket Resort

Unforgettable Views

Apart from gorgeous beaches, Phuket’s hilly terrain provides for some breath-taking vantage points around this island. Make sure you venture up a peak to catch a glimpse of the sun setting into the sea with your loved one for a romantic moment for the books!

Exotic Isles

While Phuket’s natural beauty is astounding in itself, being based in Phuket gives couples the option to do a little island hopping. Islands such as the Phi Phi islands, the James Bond Island, Coral island and Koh Bon are only a short boat ride away making Phuket an excellent choice of honeymoon destination.

Poruwa Ceremony

Traditional Sri Lankan weddings are quite a grand affair and in no way is it easy to prepare for. Nonetheless, the locals take great care in the details from the best time to begin the ceremony to the luxurious looking attire.

Nekatha

This is the Sinhala term for an auspicious time. The horoscopes of the bride and groom are examined by an astrologer and the best date and time is selected for the wedding. This special day is said to bring blessings for the couple.

The Poruwa Ceremony

This is the part where the immediate family of the bride and groom along with the astrologer shower their blessings upon the couple. It is usually held at Kandy wedding hotels the likes of Hotel Topaz or event halls in other locations.

Traditional wedding outfits

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Wedding Outfits | Img via Hotel Topaz Kandy

The bride and groom dress in truly royal fashion when it comes to a Buddhist wedding in Sri Lanka. The bride is dressed in a white Kandyan saree adorned in gold sequins and beads. They also wear heavy jewellery. The groom too wears a grand kit which consists of a sarong, a jewelled cap, jacket and shoes.

Homecoming ceremony

A few days after the wedding, the groom’s family welcomes to bride home. At the poruwa ceremony, the groom’s mother gifts’ the bride a red saree which she will wear for the homecoming ceremony.

 

Sri Lanka is such a beautiful island filled with amazing landscapes and mesmerising beaches. Below are some of the things you should keep in mind when planning your unforgettable romantic escapade.

Why choose Sri Lanka?

Everyone does beaches and mountains for their honeymoon. Sri Lanka is so diverse in climate and small in area, you can enjoy the beaches, mountains, rivers, rainforests and even sand dunes all at once!

Getting here and travelling within the country

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Wedding Car | Image via Pixabay

The best way to reach Sri Lanka is by air. You can get direct flights from many destinations across the world to the Bandaranaike International Airport. Trains are available to almost all cities on the island and you can always catch a tuk-tuk to get around easily. If you’re worried about public transport because of the prevailing pandemic Sri Lanka car rentals offer great self-driving options such as Malkey Rent A Car.

Places to visit

Some of the most exciting places to visit with your better half are Ella, Nuwara Eliya, Mirissa and of course Trincomalee. Ella and Nuwara Eliya are filled with lush green tea estates and the most romantic resorts and hotels. Mirissa and Trincomalee are two of the country’s most beautiful coastlines with sparkling blue water, soft sand and beautiful corals.

Things to do

As mentioned above, there are plenty of different places to check out in Sri Lanka. This means there are a great number of fun things to try out as well. If you visit the hill country or the tea estates down south, you can go hiking or camping in the tropical rainforests and mountains. The views from up those hills are to die for and the climate is soothing as well. If you visit the coastal areas you can go surfing, snorkelling, whale and dolphin watching and if you are licenced, diving.

With a charming coastline flanked by beaches, Abu Dhabi, the capital of the UAE, is a vibrant city brimming with attractions. Mangroves, mosques, white sand beaches, and adventure sum up the romantic allure of the city.

The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

The Sheik Zayed Grand Mosque is just 20 minutes from hotels like Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Al Yamm Villa Resort. Built with white marble, the mosque is a combination of Ottoman, Mameluke, and Fatimid architectural styles – the mammoth structure demonstrates the UAE’s commitment to preserving Islamic architecture.

The Louvre Abu Dhabi

One of the UAE’s most extraordinary creations, the Louvre Abu Dhabi has a collection of exhibits that goes back to the Neolithic era. Included in the collection are Picasso paintings and Egyptian sculptures. The modern architecture of the building is part of the allure as well.

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The Eastern Mangroves

If there’s anything more romantic than a wedding in Abu Dhabi, it’s kayaking through the city’s eastern mangroves; the mangroves represent the unspoilt side of the city. The tours on offer range from one hour to three hours of exploring – the Eco Tour is ideal for understanding the ecology, but night tours are more romantic.

Beaches

Beach lovers should visit Abu Dhabi beaches for sunbathing and swimming. The beaches are also kitted out with onsite restaurants that serve a delicious combination of local and international dishes; there are plenty of loungers and cabanas as well.

The desert

Dune riding, horse riding and wildlife safaris are a few features of an Abu Dhabi desert excursion. The most romantic thing to do, however, is to spend a night in the desert while sampling delicious food and drinking Arabic coffee.