Ajanta Roy

Ah the honeymoon! A reason in itself to walk down the aisle. (Just joking..)

So now it’s all over. You are married! It’s your first vacation as Mr. and Mrs. and you want to travel somewhere intimate and relaxing, where it would be just the two of you “lovebirds” but where you will still have access to great pampering and fantastic amenities. There are 195 countries in the world, so you really are spoilt for choice! But after what you've just been through, you deserve to be spoiled. It seems there are lots of destinations that specialize in honeymooners, and there are plenty of other romantic destinations too. The toughest part, however, is not finding a great romantic location; it is finding a perfect place to stay, in and around the great location. So, while you envision your idyllic honeymoon; let us find you the places to fill the bill. A place that will leave you with wonderful memoirs and great Kodak moments for you and your family.

A stay at any of these resorts will leave you feeling renewed and rejuvenated and you will be all ready to hit the real world as a couple after coming back from your honeymoon.


Golden eye Oracabessa Bay
St.Mary, Jamaica
T: 876-975-3354
JET- SET Bohemians and creative types have flocked to Goldeneye since the 20th century, when it was the cliff-top retreat of Ian Fleming, who wrote 14 of his James Bond novels here. Amid gardens of banyan and mango trees, the new waterfront cottages have ultramodern amenities. You’ll relish the seclusion of this remote Jamaican resort, while still being surrounded by and pampered with luxuries. Begin your life of wedded bliss surrounded by magic, tropical forests and lush gardens.
www.goldeneye.com; Lagoon suites from $840.


Shangri- La Hotel Paris
10 avenue d'Iéna
75116 Paris
France
T: (33 1) 53 67 19 98
If you and your sweetie are envisioning a dream honeymoon, why not dream big? An Eclectic Gem, the newest Shangri-La was originally built for Prince Roland Bonaparte, Napoleon’s grandnephew, who took up residence at the hotel from 1869 until his death in 1924. Since then, it’s been carved up into luxury apartments. Half the rooms have Eiffel Tower views, and nearly that many feature private terraces or balconies. It does not get more romantic than this!!!
www.shangri-la.com; Eiffel Premier Rooms from $1500.



Glen Oaks Big Sur
Highway 1
CA 93920
T: 831-667-2105
Just off California’s most dramatic stretch of coast, this recently expanded cluster of cabins and lodge rooms was made for sybaritic nature lovers. The setting sweeps from redwood studded hills to the banks of the Big Sur River, and sustainable touches such as bamboo floors and organic cottons stay true to the region’s eco- minded ethos. Idyllic, intimate and secluded is the best way to describe this romantic honeymoon destination. If this sounds impressive, wait, you have more! A bracing seaside stroll can lead you to hidden Pfeiffer Beach, where you view purple (yes, purple) sand.
www.glenoaksbigsur.com; Duplex cabin from $155.


Sankara Hotel and Spa
553 Haginoue, Mugio,
Yakushima-cho, Kumage-gun,
Kagoshima 891-4402
Japan
T: +81-997-47-3488
A sense of mystery and magic pervades this secluded retreat on a southern Japanese Island covered in old-growth cedars. The hotel sits upon elevated ground on the southern side of Yakushima, set against the mountains looking out to the sea. The hotel concept is based on 5Ss—Safety, Sense, Scene, Surprise and Serving. Cuddle up in your room and enjoy the breathtaking views of the island, the mountains and the sea or indulge yourself in a massage, a true feast for both the body and soul.
www.sankarahotel-spa.com; Suites from $600.


Rasa Jaipur, India
Kunda, NH-8, Tehsil Amer
District Jaipur, Rajasthan – 302028
INDIA
T: +911244888011
Channel a modern-day maharajah in one of the 40 futuristic tented cubes at this cutting–edge Rajasthani compound. Each canvas-walled structure comes with wrought-iron lanterns, an oversize four-poster bed, and an open-air pavilion, with the awe-inspiring Amer Fort as backdrop. This resort is truly an embodiment of the word “RASA” which in common spiritual usage means “Divine Nectar” or “inclination for love, affection, desire, charm, pleasure, or delight.” This place certainly is a delight in existence!
www.rasaresorts.in; Suites from $400.


Legends Le Grand Gaube
Pointe Réjane, Grand Gaube, Mauritius
T: +2302049191
“The Legends” in Mauritius is considered to be a tropical paradise. It is the favorite place of lovebirds to mingle, whether they are here for a wedding or a honeymoon. This resort has something romantic about itself. The hotel offers great packages for honeymoons. It does not only offer the perfectly luxurious setting for the beginning of a new life, but also offers everything in perfect harmony with Feng Shui, to make sure that your newly married life starts with a harmonious holiday.
www.beachhotelsmauritius.com/legrandgaube;
Superior room Ocean view from $444

If you've already been married for years, why let the newlyweds have all the fun? Organize a second honeymoon, and you can enjoy the fun and relaxation of a honeymoon vacation too. It's all the benefits of a honeymoon without the hassle of a wedding, what could be better!