5 Best minimoon destinations So you went all out on your wedding, leaving yourself with very little time to go on a prolonged honeymoon. Dont fret, Purvaja Sawant shows you how to kickstart your married life at these minimoon destinations. For an idea minimoon... Dont try to cram too much into your itinerary. Opt for a location, where everything you want to see or experience is close at hand, so that you have limited travelling to do. Pre-book your hotel stay. Remember, you only have a limited amount of time, so spend it wisely. Zero down on a place where you both will enjoy! A minimoon is like a tester holiday; its a great way to recce a destination, which you can go back to explore in detail at a later date. Casino royale Place to visit: Macau Giving gambling mecca Las Vegas a run for its money is Asias most extravagant casino destination, Macau. If you and your partner have a taste for luxury, gaming, nightlife and entertainment, Macau will provide that 24-hour adrenaline rush. Whether its entertainment venues or restaurants, its all open until late. With more than 30 casinos, including worldfamous ones at The Venetian, Grand Lisboa and Wynn, Macau promises to be a luxurious holiday of a lifetime. Beach getaway Place to visit: Sri Lanka Looking for a quiet, paradisiacal beach, fringed with soothing palm trees to rake in the sun and sand? Make Sri Lanka your top choice. Surrounded by miles of white and golden beaches, this island country is one destination that offers a wonderful prelude to your actual honeymoon. Book a beach shack or check into a resort at Negombo, Arugam Bay or Unawatuna — all of which boast of picturesque beaches with crystal clear waters — and indulge in some whale watching or sun bathing with your better half. Adventure zone Place to visit: Vietnam Though popularly known for its war history, Vietnam has a natural setting for outdoor adventure that the world is discovering: stunning hill, mountains, valleys, rice paddies and deserted beaches! You can trek in the mountains of Sapa, go cycling on the Ho Chi Minh trail or indulge in rock climbing and kayaking around the colonial hill station of Salat. Even the forests have unique wildlife, which you can experience at the Cuc Phuong National Park. Shoppers sanctuary Place to visit: Dubai Theres no greater joy for a shopaholic couple than to splurge at glitzy malls or haggle for the best bargains at the flea markets of Dubai. Because of its duty-free prices and wide variety of goods like garments, handicrafts, electronics and spices, tourists have made Dubai their ultimate shopping destination. And how can one forget the world-famous Dubai Shopping Festival and Gold Souk? Spa retreat Place to visit: Phuket While Thailands largest island has always been a magnet for beach lovers, Phuket is slowly becoming a spa haven for tourists. Experience Thai culture and hospitality in its truest form with a spa holiday. You can go for ancient traditions of natural healing like Nuat Phaen Boran (Thai massage without the use of oils) or modern treatments like reflexology, hydrotherapy etc. Exotic spas in five-star hotels or humble massage parlours on the streets of Phuket, take your pick for a cosy couples massage!
Posted on: Tue, 03 Dec 2013 07:51:40 +0000
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