| The honeymoon never really needs to be over. | | | | want to avoid confusion at immigration, and book |
| When you visit a tropical paradise on that first trip | | | | your tickets under your maiden name, since that |
| together, you'll have memories to last a | | | | will be the name on your passport unless you've |
| lifetime-and you'll be hooked on sitting on the | | | | changed it already. |
| beach, enjoying the warm waters, and sampling | | | | And while planning ahead of time is essential, don't |
| the sumptuous cuisines of Asia. You'll go back for | | | | be afraid to be spontaneous. Once you've arrived, |
| your second honeymoon, your third, your fourth, | | | | you'll be able to encounter many spectacular |
| and on your 50th wedding anniversary. The | | | | wonders that weren't in the guidebook, such as |
| honeymoon never ends when you choose a | | | | the delightful little sidewalk restaurant by your |
| tropical paradise to start out your lives together. | | | | hotel, the stunning wilderness just outside of |
| Whether you're planning a June wedding or a | | | | town, or the elephant ride through the jungle. |
| December one, the honeymoon resorts in places | | | | Deviate from your plans once in a while and |
| like Bali, the Maldives, or the tropical paradise island | | | | prepare to be delighted. |
| of Phuket, Thailand will accommodate with warm | | | | A Few Honeymoon Suggestions |
| weather year-round. | | | | There are hundreds of prime destinations that |
| Honeymoons to fit any budget | | | | you'll enjoy as newlyweds, and you may even |
| When you choose an Asian destination for your | | | | want to incorporate more than one into your |
| special honeymoon trip, you can always find | | | | itinerary. Here's five of Asia.com's favorite |
| something to suit your budget. You'll have at your | | | | honeymoon destinations just to get you started: |
| disposal the full range of amenities and resorts, | | | | Bali, Indonesia. |
| from luxurious, five-star spas with staff that will | | | | This scenic destination is without a doubt one of |
| cater to your every need, to a low-budget | | | | the most prized destinations for honeymooners. |
| backpacking trek through Southeast Asia, and | | | | The majestic, natural beauty of Bali has drawn |
| everything in between. Affordable and | | | | people the world over since the days of old. You'll |
| comfortable hotels are easy to find in most | | | | find plenty of adventure on your trip to |
| popular Asian destinations, and if you're in the | | | | Bali,including trekking through the jungle and |
| mood for roughing it, it's not too hard to find a | | | | enjoying a look under the water with scuba gear. |
| "guest house", hostel or basic room for as little as | | | | You can rent a room, a suite, or an entire villa, |
| a few dollars a night. | | | | enjoy the pristine beach, and the company of the |
| What to do on your honeymoon in paradise | | | | friendly Balinese people for an exciting and relaxing |
| Besides the obvious, you'll have plenty to do while | | | | trip that you'll want to repeat time and time again. |
| you're on your trip. You can enjoy one of the | | | | Maldives. |
| magnificent spas, explore ancient temples, and | | | | If you're looking for tropical paradise, then this is |
| sample new and delicious foods that you've never | | | | it. The quintessential romantic getaway, Maldives |
| before seen. Food is after all, the heart of | | | | features coral reefs, sand and sea amidst a |
| romance, and there are few things more | | | | tropical setting, excellent opportunities for scuba |
| exciting-and intimate-than sharing an exotic meal in | | | | diving or snorkeling, and long walks on the beach. |
| a tropical country. | | | | The colorful sea life underwater is simply amazing, |
| And of course, there's nothing like a few days at | | | | and the resorts and spas will deliver an experience |
| a quaint beach resort, enjoying the warm tropical | | | | to remember. |
| water and clean, white sand. You can spend your | | | | Phuket, Thailand. |
| afternoon frolicking in the Andaman Sea or on the | | | | The largest of several islands off the coast of |
| banks of the mighty Mekong River, then stroll | | | | Thailand, Phuket (pronounced poo-ket') is one of |
| down the beach to a comfy seat under the | | | | the most common honeymoon hideaways in |
| shade while attendants bring you a drink served in | | | | Southeast Asia, and one of the most pleasing. |
| a coconut shell. And when your muscles grow | | | | The beautiful and gentle sea ahs plenty to offer, |
| weary from all those long walks on the beach-or | | | | but the honeymoon doesn't stop at the island |
| whatever other activities may take a toll on | | | | itself. Go to the mainland and explore some of the |
| you-you can enjoy a therapeutic massage | | | | most breathtaking tropical scenery in the world, |
| together to rejuvenate your mind and body so | | | | and take advantage of some of the trekking |
| you'll be ready for more. | | | | opportunities. And needless to say, the Thai food |
| You'll find that Asia is a prime honeymoon | | | | is a paradise within paradise. |
| destination for newlyweds the world over, and it's | | | | Macau, China. |
| easy to see why. Places like Maldives, Nepal, India, | | | | Imagine Vegas multiplied by ten, with a twist of |
| and Thailand are without a doubt some of the | | | | European and Asian culture thrown in for good |
| most romantic destinations on earth, and while | | | | measure. If you enjoy the excitement of |
| there, you'll find that hoteliers, restaurateurs, and | | | | night-life, Macau is the place to go. The casinos |
| tour package operators enjoy catering to your | | | | there are studies in extravagance, going way |
| special needs with very specialized and romantic | | | | beyond just gaming tables, presenting an |
| getaway trips. | | | | all-encompassing and complete experience with |
| Honeymoon planning | | | | entertainment, plush hotel rooms, and of course, |
| Like any trip, a honeymoon takes some advance | | | | extravagant shopping opportunities. |
| planning. Once you've decided on your itinerary, do | | | | Singapore. |
| some research on plane fares, and decide on the | | | | Another popular honeymoon destination, this |
| best time to leave. You don't have to leave right | | | | series of islands in Southeast Asia offers several |
| after the wedding--you can save big money often | | | | romantic and secluded getaway spots, complete |
| by waiting a few days and leaving mid-week. Be | | | | with fashionable and relaxing resort spas. Once |
| sure to take a detailed look at the many | | | | you make it out of your hotel room though, you'll |
| honeymoon vacation packages available, and | | | | be delighted with the mix of Chinese, Malay, and |
| compare not only the price, but the details as well. | | | | Hindu cultures there, making Singapore a |
| The cheapest one may not necessarily be the | | | | fascinating melting pot with extravagant cuisine |
| best deal. And just a small detail-ladies, you may | | | | and natural wonders everywhere you turn. |