As you dream about the new lands to discover on your honeymoon, try to imagine a far away destination. Honeymoons are no longer just a trip to Hawaii or a local beach resort. For some honeymooners looking for adventure, a honeymoon in Belize just may be the ticket. The key to enjoying a destination honeymoon is great planning skills with the help of a travel planner or someone like my BLUEman (he planned our entire honeymoon-see last Monday’s Google mapping blog). Your wedding day will fly by faster than your heart will admit. Getting married is a day that most girls dream about but dream farther into the time after your wedding. I’ll also share some advice from my recent honeymooners, Daris and Jason, who visited Belize and had the most amazing experience. Now, let’s get started on your honeymoon!
TRAVEL BUG- (This is a great thing! - I’ve said before)
Traveling abroad may seem scary with culture differences, but head to Belize and you’ll discover that English is the official language spoken. Once you arrive, the currency exchange is easy and you usually can exchange money at the airport. The accommodations in this resort lining area provide amazing food, scenic views, and numerous activities to keep you entertained.
ADVENTURE – HERE YOU COME!
Once on your way, remember your scuba gear as you explore the second largest barrier reef in the world and the infamous Deep Blue Hole, says newlywed Daris. Look into scuba classes at your local sports shop before you leave to make sure you’re prepared. Daris recommends if you travel through San Ignacio, be sure to stay at the Mystic River Resort and take in the ancient Mayan ruins in Caracol or Tikal. Bring a few pairs of hiking shoes and your bathing suit! Other outdoor adventures include zip lining, canoeing, kayaking, and horseback riding. During the evening you enjoy on-site cuisine and also learn about the different constellations for those star gazing lover’s.
Another great spot to discover is in San Pedro at Ramon’s Resort or La Victoria Resort, says newlywed Daris. Enjoy your honeymoon at this location: snorkeling, scuba diving, sailing, sunset cruises, cave tubing (sounds like fun!). I started thinking about the show Man vs. Food when Daris explained the best food spots they loved in this area. Here are some of their recommendations: Mango’s, Caliente’s, Elvi’s Kitchen, the Blue Water Grill, Sunset Grill, and El Forgon.
BOOK YOUR HONEYMOON!
The first big trip as newlyweds should be high on your list. Be sure to book your honeymoon around the same time as you order your wedding dress (at least 6 months in advance). The most cost-efficient and time-saving way is to book with a travel planner. I’ve heard numerous stories in the last few months of couple’s who didn’t have a planner during the Mexico traveling scare and didn’t know their honeymoon room was closed down until they arrived. For most couples, once you book your trip, you don’t worry too much about it until you board the plane after the wedding. Check out some local travel planners in Arizona such as Tailored Travel Services, All About Honeymoons, and Camelback Odyssey Travel to help you book a dream honeymoon!
Great article! Don't forget about western Belize for couples who want a bit more wild of an adventure. Jungles and misty hills can make for some heavy romance!
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