Honeymoon Vacation
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Ah, the honeymoon. The first foray into the world as partners in love; the perfect opportunity to solidify the vows freshly-made to each other in faith and commitment. What it really equates to is a romantic odyssey, wherein the majority of newlyweds seek out exotic, culturally rich places that are easy to fall in love with, some place that will be equally easy to return to as the years of marital bliss pass by. A successful honeymoon should be the icing on the cake, as well as the opening scene to the beginning of your happily ever after.
Most would believe that Hawaii is the best and only pick for the classic, romantic honeymoon vacation. While the idea of being bathed in the warm Pacific Ocean amidst the sway of palm trees is admittedly enticing, Hawaii has slowly become more of a tourist trap for honeymooners. Yes, there are still many great deals to be had there, but is becoming rife with scams and false “all-inclusive” resorts that only bleed the couple dry of their money and fun. Thankfully the trends are changing, with the ideal honeymoon vacation spots centered on destinations in the Caribbean Islands, Europe, and The United States. The United States is particularly notable as honeymooning in general is a much more prominent tradition in Western cultures.
The Caribbean Islands offer some of the best beaches and most romantic locales in the world, and are supported by a vibrant and affluent local tourism agency. While there’s no denying a marginal influence of commercialization on the islands in recent years, places like Jamaica are home to some of the best adults-only or “couples” resorts on the planet. Swept Away is not only one of the more popular couples resorts on the islands, it offers an incredible value as a legitimate all-inclusive resort. All of their rooms overlook the ocean or lush tropical gardens, and free trips to Margaritaville, Pirate’s Cove, and catamaran cruises as part of the all-inclusive offerings.
For the more culturally-minded honeymooners, nothing fuels the fire of passion like a trip to romantic Italy. Venice, Florence, Rome, Milan, Naples, and Tuscany are all just the beginning, but assuredly an excellent place to start. Your range of options are amazing, from crossing the country to tour the Italian Alps, a hub of four distinct cultures, or spending your days in Rome experiencing some of the world’s best wine, cuisine, and historical attractions.
In the United States, Las Vegas (Nevada) is both the wedding and honeymoon capitol of the country. In very few places can you get married from a drive-thru window—or by Elvis for that matter—and find yourself already in the middle of the biggest nonstop party in the world. Luxury hotels, casinos, amazing shows, and breathtaking scenery add a fine balance of fun and romance to the couple looking for the kind of honeymoon so packed with activities, you practically need a separate vacation just to recover from it.