For today’s post, I am excited to show you some of my favorite overwater bungalows. There is truly no better way to experience relaxation and romance than spending time in an overwater bungalow in paradise. What makes them extra special is that they can’t be built just anywhere. Overwater bungalows can only be built in protected lagoons and reefs to shield them from waves and rough waters. Overwater bungalows have become a staple for resorts in French Polynesia, but there are other breathtaking options as well. So I am going to start with some of my current favorites, the One & Only Reethi Rah in the Maldives, the Likuliku Lagoon Resort in Fiji, and Cayo Espanto in Belize. I’ll start with the luxurious One & Only Reethi Rah…
Here’s the Likuliku Lagoon Resort in Fiji. This is the only resort in Fiji that has overwater bungalows!
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| Snorkeling at your doorstep. Not too shabby… |
And of course I had to include Cayo Espanto! This private island in Belize is truly a slice of heaven and is another place that has gone straight to the top of my “List of Places to Go.” Don’t you agree?!
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| Overwater Villa at Cayo Espanto. Tell me that is not amazing. |
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| Just a little star gazing |
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| Marine life at your tip toes. |
I’m packing my bags- who’s coming with me?!
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I have been so excited about featuring this next honeymoon! This is Melissa and Dan’s honeymoon escape to Hawaii. The newlyweds spent 5 nights at the Fairmont Kea Lani on Maui and then another five nights at the St. Regis Princeville on Kauai. Melissa and Dan were looking for a combination of beach, romance, and adventure, and Hawaii fit the bill perfectly!
Maui was a perfect introduction to Hawaiian culture. The couple spent their time enjoying a catamaran excursion where they had the opportunity to “snuba” (a fun combination of snorkeling and scuba diving) and they also spent a day exploring the waterfalls and beautiful views on the road to Hana. They also went on a Hawaiian cultural canoe experience, complete with whale sightings and sea turtles!
After their adventures on Maui, the newlyweds made their way to the breathtakingly beautiful island of Kauai, the “ultimate Hawaii experience” in their opinion. Melissa and Day spent time in Hanalei Bay, snorkeling and and stand-up paddle boarding (best workout ever!). They also went zip-lining at Princeville Ranch, relaxed in the luxurious hotel spa, took a spectacular helicopter tour of the island, and enjoyed stunning sunsets each evening prior to delicious dinners.
After their trip, Melissa and Dan had some spectacular advice for other couples preparing for their honeymoon: “Don’t hesitate to splurge a little – it’s your honeymoon! Pamper yourselves with a couple’s massage, rent a convertible to drive around with the top down, and don’t hesitate to book that helicopter ride. Also, take lots of photos and video – it’s such a special time and it’s fun to capture that newlywed/honeymoon bliss!”
Well said, if you ask me! Interested in planning your honeymoon to Hawaii? Contact us! hello{at}everafterhoneymoons.com
Good Morning everyone! I hope you have all had a fantastic week! To start the weekend off right, I am excited to share with you all some of my favorite beach totes. I love these bags because they are big enough to carry all your beach necessities, but not so big that you end up bringing too much. They also double as cute carry-ons if you are flying!
Which is your favorite?? Did I forget one? Happy weekend everyone!
I am pumped to share an awesome hotel in London for today’s Destination Spotlight. I was lucky enough to stay here earlier this year and absolutely loved this hotel! The Arch Hotel in London is a unique combination of English heritage and contemporary boutique style, spanning seven Georgian town homes and two mews homes. Each of the 82 rooms are unique and individually designed with work from rising British artists and all of the techy accessories you could ask for. What’s more, the location of the Arch Hotel is quite perfect, situated behind Hyde Park and just a short walk to the shopping on Oxford Street and fun pubs on Carnaby Street.
The Arch was the perfect base for exploring the incredible city of London! And GET THIS the bathrooms at the
Arch Hotel are fabulous to say the least. If you are anything like me, you agree that after a day of exploring the city, there’s nothing better than sinking into a warm bath with a glass of bubbly and a little trashy British TV. That’s right, one of the walls facing the tub has a built in TV, complete with a waterproof remote! I was in heaven!
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For today’s Real Honeymoon, I am excited to share the Italian escape of Amanda and Colin. These two newlyweds ventured to some of my favorite places in Italy: Sorrento, Capri, and Rome. Originally, the two wanted to do a beach vacation, knowing they were going to be exhausted from all of the wedding festivities, but they decided to nix that idea and go on an Italian adventure. Sorrento met the couple with relaxation and delicious food, Capri offered a few more opportunities for site-seeing without being too exhausting, and finally, after some relaxation and rejuvenation, the two arrived in Rome for exciting sites and delicious foodie experiences! Amanda and Colin started their trip in Sorrento at the crazy-chic La Minervetta and in their own words, this was “such a perfect place to feel spoiled and start our honeymoon.” I love that! It is just the way a couple should feel on their honeymoon.
These two are huge foodies and started following Italian food bloggers on Twitter so they were able to find some amazing restaurants. In Rome, Amanda and Colin were head over heels for the Carbonara at Roscioli, and they also said that the 6-course tasting menu at All’Oro was probably the best meal they ever had!
Gorgeous, adventurous, and delicious, the three perfect words to describe Amanda and Colin’s honeymoon getaway. I’m loving all of their pictures! Aren’t they the cutest??
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