White sandy beaches, beachside dining and sunset cocktails is what dream honeymoons are made of.
Trying to decide what corner of the world is calling you and your hubby-to-be? Check out our choice of romantic destinations...
Italy:
Italy, with its stunning scenery, magnificent historic ruins, delicious cuisine and sunny climate, makes it perfect honeymoon material. Renowned as one of the most romantic cities in the world, Rome is the perfect place to kick things off. Follow in the footsteps of Audrey Hepburn and Gregory Peck in Roman Holiday as you tour this bewitchingly beautiful city. Afterwards, head south to Sorrento where you will discover the beauty of the Italian Riviera and explore the nearby Amalfi coastline, take a day trip to Pompeii, Mount Vesuvius or the island of Capri or simply enjoy Sorrento with its spectacular views. Ten nights Rome and Sorrento combination from Topflight includes flights, private transfers, three nights at the four-star Veneto Palace hotel in Rome with breakfast, and first class train tickets from Rome Termini to Naples. It also includes private transfer on arrival to the four-star plus Hotel Bristol in Sorrento and seven nights in a luxury room with a sea view and balcony on a half board basis. Prices from €1549 per person.
See www.topflight.ie or call 012401700.
Thailand:
Phuket with its many nooks and crannies lives and breathes intimacy making it the perfect honeymoon destination. The island boasts sun-kissed beaches lined with palm trees, captivating scenery, clear blue sea, friendly people and beachside restaurants with breath taking views and delicious dishes, perfect for sunset cocktails. A visit to the stunning Maya Bay is a must, sheltered by 100-metre high cliffs on three sides with several small beaches all with silky soft white sand, underwater colourful coral and exotic fish in exceptionally clear water. The beautiful bay was used as the utopia in Leonardo DiCaprio’s 2000 movie The Beach. Cliff diving and snorkelling along the coral reef are examples of the many attractions that this paradise has to offer. Sunway offers four-star Avista Resort & Spa Hotel B&B from €898 pp.
See www.sunway.ie.
Orient-Express:
The legendary Orient-Express train offers one of the most celebrated and romantic journeys in the world. Delightful vintage cabins, gastronomic cuisine and lively on-board entertainment make a journey on this luxury train one of the world’s finest travel experiences. With day trips from London to Paris, other itineraries include London Venice, Paris- Budapest-Istanbul, Venice Stockholm. Day trips from £700 sterling per person.
See www.belmond.com/venice-simplon-orient-express
Hawaii:
The Hawaiian Islands are known to be one of the best destinations for honeymooners any time of the year. From the warm Pacific lapping gently at your feet as you recline on white-sandy beaches to lush jungle hillsides revealing cascading waterfalls, the Hawaiian Islands are perfect for a special romantic honeymoon. Many couples are now island hopping between the most romantic islands of Oahu, Maui and Hawaii and enjoying unbelievable luxury in hotels and spas combined with breath-taking scenery. A ten day package from €3327 per person includes flights between islands, luxury transport, excursions, meals and special signature dining and an expert Tour Director to act as your ‘travelling concierge’.
For more information, contact Insight Vacations on 01 775 3803 or log on to
www.insightvacations.com.
City Break and Cruise:
Be wowed by the bright lights of the city that never sleeps and then relax... think luxury cruise ship, Caribbean sunshine, swaying palm trees, stunning beaches and the odd cocktail or two! For three nights in New York, followed by a nine night Royal Caribbean Cruise, all from just €2919 pp, this once in a lifetime getaway includes flights, taxes and transfers, as well as including full board basis on the cruise.
For more information and offers, visit www.travelcounsellors.ie/sarah.mccarthy
