11/7/2022 by Jonathan Hermann
Honeymoon Budget Battle
In this corner, we have a fabulous destination that will not break the bank, giving you everything you need to celebrate your beautiful union. In the other corner, we have its luxurious cousin, a destination with a similar vibe that allows you to amp up the experiences with luxurious add-ons. Read on to see how they compare.
ROUND 1
Cancun, Mexico
Cancun for Budget
- Stay in trendy beachfront hotels for every budget.
- Find authentic Mexican fare away from tourist-friendly areas.
- Discover shopping and nightlife options for all tastes.
- Visit local Maya ruins that cost less than major sites hours away.
The Maldives
The Maldives for Luxe
- Stay in an underwater villa 16 feet below the surface of the ocean.
- Explore the Maldives' UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in a personal submarine.
- Rent a private yacht and go deep-sea fishing.
- Take a scenic flight over the islands.
ROUND 2
Alaska
Alaska for Budget
- Take a cruise where everything you need is included in the ticket price.
- Fly off on a flightseeing tour — they’re more affordable than you might think.
- Hike on public trails that take you over glaciers.
- Explore Alaska’s National Parks, most of which don’t charge an entrance fee.
Hawaii
Hawaii for Luxe
- Cruise around the scenic highways of Maui in a 1957 Porsche Speedster.
- Charter a private boat and go whale watching.
- Take a thrilling helicopter tour over the jagged cliffs and remote valleys of the Napali Coast.
- Feed, train and create close bonds with dolphins with an actual trainer.
ROUND 3
Thailand
Thailand for Budget
- Browse the Chiang Mai Night Bazaar to find the best souvenirs.
- Help protect rescued pachyderms at the Elephant Nature Park.
- Find delicious Thai food at street markets for less than $2 a plate.
- Rent a motorbike and explore the area in search of private beaches and hidden coves.
Japan
Japan for Luxe
- Soak in a private onsen, a Japanese hot spring.
- Spend the evening with a sake expert in Tokyo.
- Stay in a hotel with a view of Mount Fuji.
- Dine on Kobe beef, the caviar of meat.
ROUND 4
The Bahamas
The Bahamas for Budget
- Take a free tour and sample local rum at John Watling’s Distillery.
- Feast on inexpensive fresh fish at Arawak Cay, aka the Fish Fry.
- Visit the Queen’s Staircase and pay a local for a history lesson.
- Enjoy a free visit to Fort Fincastle, a limestone fortress built in 1793.
St. Lucia
St. Lucia for Luxe
- Stay in a luxury resort without a wall, giving you endless views.
- Enjoy a private romantic dinner while stargazing on the rooftop Celestial Terrace.
- Explore the Pitons with a private guide.
- Tour a volcano’s caldera and then finish with a mud bath in the sulfur springs.
ROUND 5
Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona for Budget
- People-watch while snacking on street food on the pedestrian avenue La Rambla.
- Stroll the expansive grounds of Gaudí’s Park Güell for free.
- See the city from atop Barcelona Cathedral for just a few dollars.
- Get cultured at the Picasso Museum, which is free for a few hours every Sunday.
Paris, France
Paris for Luxe
- Skip the lines on private tours of the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre and the Musée d’Orsay.
- Gain a new perspective of the city on a romantic, private boat ride down the Seine.
- Put on your fanciest clothes for a night out at the Paris Opera.
- Circle Paris in a hot air balloon, champagne included.
Whatever your budget, we can help you plan an unforgettable honeymoon. Contact a travel agency today!
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