Honeymoon ideas

[Pasteton]

I've been having a hard time deciding on a good location for a honeymoon, and given how long it can take to arrange things I don't want to sit around too much longer.

It would be around last week of february/first week of march, for something like 4-6 days. I know the following things:

-Tropical location not good
-Too much beach not good (maybe just a little)
-Lots of variety good

Was wondering what ideas others may have. Some things I've thought of is starting in switzerland for a night and day maybe at matterhorn, then heading up to paris for a bit. Not sure after that. maybe french riviera then paris?? dunno

[Eomer]

For something unique, you could look at something similar to this: Skeena Valley Expeditions - Tatshenshini River Rafting

Of course, seeing as you're doing it Feb/March, you'd probably want to look in the southern hemisphere. But I just posted that more as a general idea for a unique trip that isn't the stereotypical honeymoon trip, consisting of either sitting on a stereotypical beach somewhere, or seeing the same stereotypical sites in France or Italy or wherever.

Another place to consider, if you want some beaches etc but still off the beaten path, is Croatia on the mediterranean. I've heard it's beautiful

[Adam12]

The French Riviera isn't exactly ideal for a honeymoon in winter. It's not bad, but don't expect too much sun, and you're probably looking at temps in the 50's.

Eomer's Croatia suggestion is a good one though. I've been trying to get over there for a few years now, but I always end up staying in France. It's cheap (in comparison to France or Italy) and, from the pics I've seen, amazing looking. Not sure about the weather, but I'm sure it's nicer than France at this time.

[chu]

Originally Posted by Eomer

For something unique, you could look at something similar to this: Skeena Valley Expeditions - Tatshenshini River Rafting

Of course, seeing as you're doing it Feb/March, you'd probably want to look in the southern hemisphere. But I just posted that more as a general idea for a unique trip that isn't the stereotypical honeymoon trip, consisting of either sitting on a stereotypical beach somewhere, or seeing the same stereotypical sites in France or Italy or wherever.

Another place to consider, if you want some beaches etc but still off the beaten path, is Croatia on the mediterranean. I've heard it's beautiful

Yes, but I wouldn't suggest going in Feb/March. September/Oct is actually perfect if you like the beaches but not the 'beach experience'; fewer tourists and it's warm but not insanely warm. Not to mention it'll be cheaper to stay.

[Pasteton]

is nowhere in europe good in feb/march time? might just go all out winter theme and do switzerland then. anyone been there in winter? thats the time to go for skiing etc there isnt it.

i've also heard morocco is nice in the winter, dunno if anoyne has experience there. not sure how honeymoonish an african country can be tho

[Rune]

I don't think I'd be heading to Europe with this exchange rate.

My top pics for a honeymoon would be:
New Zealand
Guadalajara (shameless plug)
Argentina
Peru

[Eomer]

Originally Posted by Pasteton

is nowhere in europe good in feb/march time? might just go all out winter theme and do switzerland then. anyone been there in winter? thats the time to go for skiing etc there isnt it.

i've also heard morocco is nice in the winter, dunno if anoyne has experience there. not sure how honeymoonish an african country can be tho

I've never been to Europe, so I can't help much other than to say that yes, Feb/March is peak ski season more or less, although March is getting a wee bit late.

New Zealand is a pretty good idea, as well actually. It'd be early fall there, but the climate's pretty damn good year round. Obviously not as much historical site seeing, but a ton of fun active shit to do.

[Kaxmax]

Originally Posted by Pasteton

i've also heard morocco is nice in the winter, dunno if anoyne has experience there. not sure how honeymoonish an african country can be tho

I have a bunch of friends who have gone to Morocco to surf, most said it's not the friendliest place for a white woman.

I was in Peru earlier this year with my wife, very cool trip. Cusco is a really fun city, and Machu Picchu was incredible. We did the Inca trail hike, but you can get there by train/bus from Cusco also. Incredible scenery. Lima was a shithole though, I wouldn't recommend much time there.

[opiate82]

Amsterdam

Pot and hookers are both legal, by this point you'll need some (or a lot) of both. Especially if you have lot of family at your wedding

[Aulirophile]

Japan might work. It is really humid in the summer, but during the time you'll be going it is pretty nice (from my understanding, never been). Well, Tokyo is anyway.

The suggestion I have from my Japanese teacher who grew up there is hit the any part of the coast on The Sea of Japan, because it was bombed less during WW2 and is more "Japanese." Apparently it has a ton of variety.

[ChewieTobbacca]

Originally Posted by Aulirophile

The suggestion I have from my Japanese teacher who grew up there is hit the any part of the coast on The Sea of Japan, because it was bombed less during WW2 and is more "Japanese." Apparently it has a ton of variety.

That's what really stuck out at me on my Japan trip last year. Tokyo had barely any shred of history left to it - then it hit me that most of the city was destroyed by firebombing and so it was easy to redesign and rebuild the city to be modern.

You definitely have to hit the countryside to see more authentically Japanese stuff

[Eomer]

I was in Tokyo about a month later than when he's planning on going, and while the weather wasn't bad or anything, I don't know that I'd describe it as "pretty nice" either. It would be fairly cool in late Feb or early March.

[Pizoi]

My brother was actually in Dubrovnik (Croatia) last week on his honeymoon. From what I've heard, it was amazing there. They're spending 3 weeks in the Greek islands now, I'm fucking jealous.

[Al Capwn]

Iceland...I can't stress it enough.


And when you wise up and go, check out the hot dogs there. They are GODLY.


PS-Dont go to Richmond, VA

[Talineth]

Originally Posted by Pasteton

Was wondering what ideas others may have. Some things I've thought of is starting in switzerland for a night and day maybe at matterhorn, then heading up to paris for a bit. Not sure after that. maybe french riviera then paris?? dunno

This sounds like a good time to me, like others have said it's a little colder than beach weather during this time of the year, but if going to the beach is not your main concern (or if you're from Minnesota, like myself!) then it's still a beautiful time of year to go. Paris is wonderful for 2 or 3 days (I stayed for 5 and it felt a bit too long) and then I would recommend Nice on the French Riviera.

Originally Posted by Pasteton

is nowhere in europe good in feb/march time? might just go all out winter theme and do switzerland then. anyone been there in winter? thats the time to go for skiing etc there isnt it.

I stayed about a week in Interlaken, Switzerland in late March a couple years ago. Absolutely beautiful! It's warm enough on the ground that you can get by with a light jacket, but you can still go up the mountains and ski (or hike) to your heart's content! Interlaken is supposedly one of the larger centers for "extreme sports" as well, so if you've ever entertained the thought of skydiving or anything like that, this is the perfect place to do it.

i've also heard morocco is nice in the winter, dunno if anoyne has experience there. not sure how honeymoonish an african country can be tho

I would not recommend going to Morocco for a honeymoon. You'll be more concerned with the hash dealers and glue sniffing children than with a romantic getaway.