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General => General discussion => Topic started by: R32UK on 16 October 2012, 16:12
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July next year. 2 Weeks :cool:
Where have you been?
Where would you recommend?
What should be a suitable budget?
7 nights somewhere lush and exotic with another 7 somewhere in europe ideally
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Go somewhere for a week and fly first class, it makes for a great start to a holiday and possible a one off.
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I went to Hawaii for mine. Wouldn't recommend it though tbh.
It sounds exotic and lovely, and is one of those places that very few go to because its expensive to get there. Its exactly that, and also expensive to stay/live there. Oahu has been built up far too much, so its lost the charm it may once have had. We decided on Oahu as there is obviously more to do there than the other Islands. But it honestly didn't really do it for me, or the wife. We have been spoiled previously though with nice holidays, so that may have a factor in it. I'd now much rather go to the far east. One of the other Honeymoon Islands I've also been to is Seychelles. Again, if you want to kinda keep busy and see the sights etc, its probably not for you. The Maldives (been there again) another big honeymoon attraction, and if you can afford to go there, its unlikely to dissappoint. Phenomenally beautiful Islands, and plenty to do. It is very compact though, and the main Island has been extensively over built up. There are over a thousand smaller Islands within the Atoll though.
We went to Borneo (Kota Kinabalu) a few years ago, and that is somewhere I would recommend though. Thailand or surrounding areas are also a great bet. The initial cost may cost a bit (But no more than others I've mentioned), but the cost of living out there is fantastically low. There is just so much to do as well, and some things that you could never experience in life anywhere else! That would be my choice. :wink:
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It all depends on what you want to do (other than the obvious of course!). A work colleague ended up going to the Maldives for a 5* all-inclusive and loved it. However this sort of thing leaves both the wife and I cold - we have to be DOING something.
So I would suggest picking a break to suit YOUR needs. Lazy and waited on hand and foot? Go to a 5* all inclusive that is somewhere exotic. Want to do stuff? Go to the States. Want to see amazing places? Try down under or Canada.
We had 11 nights in Orlando and did something fun everyday and it wasn't too expensive after all the wedding gifts (spending money for the hol)!. We had upgrades on the plane and a mid-size SUV. Anything would have been overkill for us. We had a fantastic time; we're going back next year. :cool:
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we recently had our honeymoon in Orlando Florida, went with Virgin Holidays for 15 days, 4* Hilton hotel, car hire and tickets to all the disney parks and universal parks. Chance to be big kids again before having kids! It was great, perfect for us... but as previous people have said, it's down to what you're both into etc. Drove to International drive for range of restaurants, and various malls too. Ours all came to £3500 plus spending money.
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We had 5 nights in New York for ours and had a brilliant time.
If you have never been to NY it won't disappoint as its exactly as per your perception from the movies, recommended :cool:
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Sorrento,Italy?
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Can recommend Maldives, Mauritius, Antigua - all amazing. Maldives are the archetypal paradise islands and more to do there than you might think, especially if into diving or snorkelling. Loads of islands to choose from and to suit variety of budgets. Worth upgrading to a waterbungalow. Best of all........no traffic and no shoes - true chill-out holiday! However, if you like dressing up for dinner and if your wife-to-be likes wearing heels then it probably a no no :cool:
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thanks.... some good suggestions there.
im thinking seychelles. been looking at resorts and hotels out there already. amazing what you can spend if you pick some of the nicer places. managed to get one at £1000 per night without even trying :shocked:
... but hey it only comes around once so may as well make the most of it. Im thinking 14 nights in one place now :cool:
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We had 5 nights in New York for ours and had a brilliant time.
If you have never been to NY it won't disappoint as its exactly as per your perception from the movies, recommended :cool:
This is exactly what we did and 100% fell in love with the place and we will go back! :cool:
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Depends if you are couples who like to sit on your arse for two weeks doing sod all or a full activity honey moon! I did the Barbados thing got bored after five days......!
Try South America, meet new people open your eyes at new cultures instead of bubble wrapped environments that feel too safe :evil:
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I do feel i need a holiday doing sod all after a wedding but I am very poor at sitting still.
More than happy to go off myself and do my own thing though... Im quite active like that.
Still a little undecided if we should go all out in private pool villa on sea front in indian ocean or split the holiday up with far east for a week and then somewhere nice in europe also.
Havent really considered the states :undecided:
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How about a busy week in the Orlando area doing the sights and space centre followed by 7 nights in Miami South Beach - South Beach allows you to soak up the sun on the beach during the day and take in the sights and atmosphere in the evenings
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thanks.... some good suggestions there.
im thinking seychelles. been looking at resorts and hotels out there already. amazing what you can spend if you pick some of the nicer places. managed to get one at £1000 per night without even trying :shocked:
... but hey it only comes around once so may as well make the most of it. Im thinking 14 nights in one place now :cool:
Seychelles is awesome, my cousin got married there and our family flew out there for the shindig and a holiday - they honeymoon'd there too and then went on a tour of Europe/Asia afterwards. Hope you can ride a moped, you wouldn't want to hire one out and have a nasty accident on your honeymoon :lipsrsealed: :grin:
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seychelles or far east???? im undecided :undecided:
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We had 5 nights in New York for ours and had a brilliant time.
If you have never been to NY it won't disappoint as its exactly as per your perception from the movies, recommended :cool:
This is exactly what we did and 100% fell in love with the place and we will go back! :cool:
Fantastic city and we will go back too.
Doing a fly drive next year to San Francisco, Yosemite Park, Death Valley, Bryce Canyon, Las Vegas and Grand Canyon...with a hulk of an SUV to do it in..again this would make a great Honeymoon if you look activities and exploring rather than a beach holiday.
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We had 5 nights in New York for ours and had a brilliant time.
If you have never been to NY it won't disappoint as its exactly as per your perception from the movies, recommended :cool:
This is exactly what we did and 100% fell in love with the place and we will go back! :cool:
Fantastic city and we will go back too.
Doing a fly drive next year to San Francisco, Yosemite Park, Death Valley, Bryce Canyon, Las Vegas and Grand Canyon...with a hulk of an SUV to do it in..again this would make a great Honeymoon if you look activities and exploring rather than a beach holiday.
Me and the wife did one of those helicopter landing tours in the Grand Canyon yesterday! :drool: Followed by a pontoon boat ride up the Colorado and then onto the Skywalk! Was absolutely spectactular and the pictures don't really do it justice. :cool:
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I'd spend the two weeks in Madagascar, plenty of gorgeous places to stay and tonnes to do, plus although the flights are a bit expensive cost of living there is very cheap so you can do what you want!
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Maldives
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its funny you should put that pic up.... I have now decided on phuket for 10nights... then maldives for 5 on the way back home :cool: :cool: :cool:
Should find plenty to do in both places but also.... a nice chill out before we get back to the daily grind :smiley:
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Excellent choice!
You won't be dissappointed with either! The fact that you can fire anything from a Colt 45, desert eagle .50, and a double barrelled shot gun in the shopping centre says it all! Awsome karting track, great watersports, and amazing restaurants and nightlife!
Maldives will be the most beautiful and relaxing place your ever likely to see! The view from a plane will be awsome (sadly we sailed in - and no it wasn't in my mk3! :grin:), but even so, it was fantastic. Again, amazing watersport, and the diving is beyond words!
Will be an unforgettable honeymoon mate! :wink:
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Thats good to hear.. it was a tough choice! Obviously keeping to budget was key... and I think the far east provides great value for money.
Knowing someone that stayed in the hotel im booking also helped sway me... they did mention that there is lots of activities to do out there also.
I managed the compromise by getting a top of the range suite for the first 2 nights and then a regular roo (if you could call it that) for 8 nights. Considering I wont be spending much time in the hotel for the rest of the stay its a good compromise.
Then flying back to Dubai and on to Maldives and another lush resort to relax for 6 nights... happy days :cool: :cool: :cool:
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Cyprus - Amathus Bay - Atlantica Bay Hotel - ALL INCL - 2wks = Pure Heaven :cool:
It was Feckin HOT as I recall...
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europe can be done anytime... :cool:
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Lake Garda, Italy.
It's gorgeous! And so much to explore :)
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Lake Garda, Italy.
It's gorgeous! And so much to explore :)
Como, Lugano and Maggiore +surrounding areas are really nice, just up the road from Garda too
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If you are taking the car then go to the Isle of Man.
See what it's like to drive public roads with no speed limit, test out that Mk5.
Go during TT.
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For somewhere stunningly beautiful and romantic i can recommend Ireland especially the west coast, the weather can be a bit iffy but its unbeatable for a good time and the best atmosphere.
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I'll be in Chiang Mai the first week of April then down to Phuket (Patong) for Songkran. Might see you there.
Funny enough the West Coast of Ireland is a very good suggestion. Not as good as it was (too many EEC never-never funded Dallas bungalow spreads littering the beautiful countryside). But very romantic.
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weather has to be nice so thats ireland ruled out... but would like to visit sometime.
Italy will most likely be done on a week hols in early summer.
My only concern is the weather in maldives in july... :undecided: Phuket should be ok that time of year, which means I wont be seeing you eggbert unless you are in one of those shows :grin:
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The wife wanted to go to Borneo but we never got there, ended up doing a week in Hawkshead in the lakes instead. :grin: Still, we can always go back there I suppose. :afro:
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weather has to be nice so thats ireland ruled out... but would like to visit sometime.
Italy will most likely be done on a week hols in early summer.
My only concern is the weather in maldives in july... :undecided: Phuket should be ok that time of year, which means I wont be seeing you eggbert unless you are in one of those shows :grin:
Maldives weather pretty stable all year round with exception of May and October when it is change of monsoons. If any rain in summer months it tends to be at night and is a nice to watch. Have been to Maldives 5 times and never had any complaints about weather. It does get very humid though so pack very light clothes such as linen. Enjoy :cool:
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weather has to be nice so thats ireland ruled out... but would like to visit sometime.
Italy will most likely be done on a week hols in early summer.
My only concern is the weather in maldives in july... :undecided: Phuket should be ok that time of year, which means I wont be seeing you eggbert unless you are in one of those shows :grin:
Maldives weather pretty stable all year round with exception of May and October when it is change of monsoons. If any rain in summer months it tends to be at night and is a nice to watch. Have been to Maldives 5 times and never had any complaints about weather. It does get very humid though so pack very light clothes such as linen. Enjoy :cool:
Thanks!! looking forward to it already.... managed to get so much more by booking it direct myself. Worth the effort if you spend time on it. Saving £600 on flights alone by booking them individually.
Hotels booked direct - well they will be when I speak to them and try get them to chuck in transfers for free also :grin: Managed to save around £2k in total.... should be useful as spending money :grin: