ACTIVITIES

Sun Worshippers

There will be those of you who will be looking for nothing more than a beach, a bed and a bar from your honeymoon destination, and who could blame you? After months, perhaps years of planning and one long, exhilarating day, you can easily be forgiven for wanting nothing more than to relax and get a tan.

If it is purely the sun you are after, then the time of year you are getting wed and your honeymoon budget will largely dictate the options open to you. Think about whether it is a coastal destination you are after or whether you would be OK staying inland, somewhere with lush tropical landscapes and one or more Olympic sized swimming pools for example. Likewise, you should also consider the clientele you want to mingle with – hotels with activity clubs are a haven for families whilst certain resorts worldwide attract more youthful (dare we say drunken!) crowds.

If you plan to book a beach resort, pay close attention to the beach itself – a barefoot moonlit walk hand-in-hand along the shore is really romantic, but it is a heck of a lot more comfortable on a white powder beach than one with shingle and pebbles everywhere.

Finally, you must determine whether it is a pure beach holiday you’re after or somewhere with other optional activities nearby just in case. A desert island break may appeal, but you need to ask yourself whether this will still appeal ten days into your holiday.

City Slickers

Who says that you must go away for 2 or 3 weeks? More and more couples are choosing to book one, or a series of, city breaks in Europe and the Rest of the World. City breaks give you the opportunity to spend a few days taking in all that somewhere has to offer – from buildings and museums, to restaurants and nightlife. If this does appeal, then you will need to discuss which city, or cities, appeal and it may help if you plan an itinerary for when you get there as things can be fast-paced.

If you plan to take in more than one, travel times and costs also need to be given careful consideration. City guide books are an ideal place to start when planning your short break and planning up front is essential if you want to maximise your trip – but just remember, this is your honeymoon so make sure that you make some time for the more lovey-dovey stuff!