The surprising new destinations adventurous couples are flocking to.
Time was, honeymoons—or any romantic getaway, really—were about hitting the brakes after a hearty dose of sun, sand, and fruity cocktails. No longer. Blame it on our high octane, multitasking lives, but be it a Costa Rican canopy tour or a post-Olympic taste of Beijing, couples have been finding some pretty exciting ways to charge their shared battery. "My office is overrun with newlyweds in need of malaria pills and Tetnaeus shoots," says Marvin Cooper, MD, a Manhattan travel doctor whose clientele until recently mostly consisted of journalists and human rights workers.
The surprising new destinations adventurous couples are flocking to.
Time was, honeymoons—or any romantic getaway, really—were about hitting the brakes after a hearty dose of sun, sand, and fruity cocktails. No longer. With South Africa and China on the list of top honeymoon destinations, couples have been finding some pretty exciting ways to charge their shared battery. “My office is overrun with newlyweds in need of malaria pills and Tetnaeus shoots,” says Marvin Cooper, MD, a Manhattan travel doctor. Couples getaways, like weddings themselves, aren't about just planning a vacation. Embarking on exotic travel together guarantees a hot honeymoon. Check out the following resorts for a romantic getaway to South Africa.
What’s your idea of the ultimate romantic travel getaway? Private motu in Tahiti, table for two at a Parisian bistro, fuzzy rug by the fireplace in Aspen? All good. But the spectacular scenery and a secluded setting provided by camping in the great outdoors can be equally sexy and sumptuous—not to mention perfectly priced. Here’s a sampling of places, from almost rustic to downright regal, where the two of you can get back to nature. Includes national parks, cabins in canyons, and island vacations (albeit a slightly more rugged island than you might be used to).
