Where is everyone going for their honeymoon???

sharstin

Our dream is to go to Tahiti…. those overwater bungalows are calling my name. But that might be too pricey for us.  We’re also looking into Hawaii (I just got a really great quote from Costco Travel), but outside of those two places, I’m at a loss for ideas (looking to do 10-14 days).  Where are you / did you go for your honeymoon?  

LissyM83

I think we're going to Hawaii... we still need to book everything though.

LADY324

We are going to Aruba for 10 days I can not wait!

Danes983

We went to the Sandals Grand in St Lucia, It was awesome!

odonnellalys

Riviera Maya - 8 days at the Zoetry Paraiso de la Bonita. Can't wait!

HobokensFury

We're going on a Southern Caribbean cruise. We wanted to do the British Isles but it was just too expensive.

oxlizxo

We're going to St John in the USVI. Haven't booked it yet though.

kozacs

We just went to Hawaii and booked through Costco.  We stayed at the Fairmont in Maui and the Grand Hyatt in Kauai.  There were some children at both hotels, but they have adult pools so you can escape the children.  We had a great time at both places!

BeachLover2885

Sharstin-- I know, FI had his heart set on Tahiti, but when we were really looking at the prices and time it would take to get there, it was just too much.  I also looked at the Cook Islands which are cheaper, but you can only fly there on certain days of the week.  For Hawaii, we went there in August, so there were quite a few families, but we saw lots of couples as well.  In Maui we stayed at the Sheraton (Kaanapali Beach) which was nice, lots of families though. We did go to the Grand Wailea for dinner one night and it was a gorgeous hotel, very grand and Wailea is quieter than Kaanapali Beach.  Maui had the most night life out of the islands we went to, but everything closes early, around 10:30/11.  If you go to the Big Island, you have to stay at the Fairmont Orchid.  It was such a beautiful hotel and very quiet/relaxing.  They have a beautiful spa and fitness center.  In Kauai, we stayed at the Grand Hyatt.  There was an adult pool so we lounged there a lot, and the grounds are gorgeous! I really loved Kauai.  

Also, FI booked the trip on expedia, and was able to get great deals on everything. I know Costco has great deals, too (like you said).  He booked the trip in February I think, and ended up switching hotels because the prices for the Fairmont (for example) dropped significantly.  I personally don't have the patience to sit on the phone like he does and negotiate for better prices, but I just thought I would throw that tip out there too! 

Giaspo

We tried twice to go to Cap Juluca in Anguilla but had to cancel because of hurricanes.  So we went to Barbados instead (out of the hurricane belt) and loved it!  We stayed at the Crane hotel.  Here are some pics:

DoubleAS

Bangkok, Chaing Mai, and Phuket, Thailand.

mariasemail86

We are looking to go to Riviera Maya for 8 nights/9 days. We are actually meeting with a travel agent today. 

We actually just got back from the HardRock in P Cana, Domincan Republic a and it was AMAZING!!! The beach is beautiful, the resort was beautiful! the rooms were gorgeous! THere is so much to do here, so many diff rest to choose from, food really good and awesome service! i HIGHLY recommend it! 

cindyn9178

We went to Cabo San Lucas and loved it!
We've also been to Riveria Maya a couple times and it is great there as well.

If you go to Riveria Maya - you could stay somewhere like this, for much less money than Tahiti or Hawaii:

NJhousewife22

We went to Belize and absolutely LOVED it. We knew right off that we wanted a super chill honeymoon that was just lay on the beach/by the pool and browse the local shops and that is exactly what we got.

I'd say Costa Rica if you want more of the adventure/exploring type of honeymoon or there are some lovely parts of Mexico if you want a lay on the beach and relax vibe. 

kristen8040

We stayed at the Occidental Grande in Aruba for 10 days and it was amazing!  I believe that Aruba and Barbados are outside of the hurricane belt if that's something that concerns you.

BeachLover2885

Sharstin--- We were originally thinking of going to Tahiti, but it ended up being over budget.  We are now looking into St. Lucia and Turks and Caicos. We actually went to Hawaii last summer and had a great time! There are some great secluded spots if you want to get away from the touristy parts. 

Cindy-- That picture from RIviera Maya is spectacular! Which resort is that? Thanks!

klustig

I have no idea! FI will be starting his medical residency in July and I have no clue whether he'll be able to get the time off after our wedding! If he does though, we'll probably go to either Aruba or St. Lucia. Can't go wrong any of these places PPs have mentioned, though!

sharstin

Thanks everyone!!  We are trying to stay out of the caribbean because it will be peak hurricane season. We like the idea of having a lot of relaxing time, but also mixing in some nature/adventure trips (hikes, diving, etc.).

BeachLover - I know, Tahiti is just too much.  You need a budget over $10k, which I think is ridiculous!!!  And then the food there is really pricey too.  Hawaii is still expensive, but much less than Tahiti.  Any recs for hotels that have a more couples vibe (less families)? 

Cindy - That pic is gorgeous!  What hotel is that??

LJN414

We're staying at the CuisinArt in Anguilla for 10 days. Anguilla is close to St. Barts and St. Maarten so we're planning to take the ferry to those islands too. So excited!!

marissamele

We are going to Antigua!!

cindyn9178

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[QUOTE]Sharstin--- We were originally thinking of going to Tahiti, but it ended up being over budget.  We are now looking into St. Lucia and Turks and Caicos. We actually went to Hawaii last summer and had a great time! There are some great secluded spots if you want to get away from the touristy parts.  Cindy-- That picture from RIviera Maya is spectacular! Which resort is that? Thanks!
Posted by BeachLover2885[/QUOTE]
It is the Mayan Suites at Palladium.

cindyn9178

Check out Cabo San Lucas then.. it is on the Pacific side of Mexico, so it won't be hurricane season...plus they haven't had any rain there since September 2010.

rlavach

I'm the only one stayin on the mainland & going to Cape Cod, MA. Everything is all booked

giantsgirl12

We are going to Hawaii...a week in Maui at the Westin and one week in Kauai at the Grand Hyatt...just booked a couple of days ago!

sgdc2011

We did Hawaii: 3 nights in Oahu at the Outrigger Reef, 5 nights in Kauai at the Grand Hyatt, and 5 nights in Maui and the Fairmont.

It was fantastic.  We booked with a travel agent and didn't have to worry about a thing.  If you want her info let me know.

Phoenixashes

In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_new-jersey_everyone-going-their-honeymoon?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local%20Wedding%20BoardsForum:90Discussion:7fa0147c-255d-474c-bf5f-030983223756Post:6d036bad-afe1-4b6b-9ca9-5fc1a8da6378">Re: Where is everyone going for their honeymoon???</a>:
[QUOTE]I'm the only one stayin on the mainland & going to Cape Cod, MA. Everything is all booked :)
Posted by rlavach[/QUOTE]
 
FI & I are staying mainland as well. We are going to Traverse City, Michigan. it has everything we want: wineries, beaches, quaint quiet areas, and best of all, FI &  I are huge Ranger fans and every year there like a minor league tournament there so we will be experiencing that as well.

abunger

We decided that we will wait a year (since we will be moving after the wedding next summer) and tour Europe!

lopezalonso

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[QUOTE]Bangkok, Chaing Mai, and Phuket, Thailand.
Posted by DoubleAS[/QUOTE]

<div>We are going to bangkok, krabi, and koh phi phi don in June for two weeks! So excited!</div>