6 LUXURY HONEYMOON DESTINATIONS ACROSS THE WORLD

EXPECTATIONS for a honeymoon are always high. It is time to create that dream trip to a destination that will allow the newlyweds to build memories for life.

A Capella romance extraordinaire at Capella Ubud

For couples who love the splendour of nature and wilderness, Capella Ubud makes a perfect balance of tranquillity and adventure.

Constructed within the trees and hidden from afar at Keliki valley, Capella Ubud offers ultra-luxurious tented camps which capture the imagination of those who seek a unique experience at the heart of Bali’s untouched natural surroundings.

Inspired by the early European settlers from the 1800s, architect Bill Bensley designed Capella Ubud, Bali as a tribute to their spirit of adventure.

Nestled between Ubud’s rainforest, rice paddy fields, and the sacred Wos River in an authentic Balinese artist village called Keliki, Capella Ubud, Bali offers 22 extravagant, individually styled one-bedroom tents and one tented two-bedroom lodges, all featuring private saltwater pools.

Adventure wellness, pampering spa treatments designed around the moon phases, spiritual and sound healing as well as in-retreat rituals are on offer at Auriga Wellness.

No tree was cut during construction so that the refined jungle camp remains a hidden sanctuary from afar.

Timeless moments at Cheval Blanc Paris

Cheval Blanc’s first urban Maison Cheval Blanc Paris makes the heart of Paris beat a little faster.

A historical building with a contemporary spirit imagined by Peter Marino. With a strong sense of Art Deco heritage and a tribute to French savoirfaire and craftsmanship, Cheval Blanc Paris is a confidential haven with only 72 rooms and suites and a perfect backdrop for a dream honeymoon.

Seize the day overlooking the scenic panorama, bite in a warm croissant just out of the oven, sink into the foam of a delicately scented bath, and capture the soul of Paris from your winter garden with your most loved one here.

Enjoy an idyllic interlude at the Dior Spa Cheval Blanc and one of the most romantic dinners at Langosteria or Le Tout-Paris imagined by the Chefs of Cheval Blanc Paris.

Stroll along the banks of the Seine, get lost in the narrow streets of the Marais, revel in the Parisian way of life, swing to the rhythm of the effervescent atmosphere, and embrace the city with your eyes.

CHEVAL Blanc Paris is a confidential haven with only 72 rooms and suites and a perfect backdrop for a dream honeymoon. | Instagram

A secret paradise at Sailing Club Signature Resort, Phu Quoc

Named the “Pearl Island”, Phu Quoc is the largest island in Vietnam. With a coastline of more than 150km, with a combination of beautiful, white-cut beaches and marvellous small bays, Phu Quoc is considered an island with abundant marine resources.

Not only that, but in Phu Quoc, you will feel the unique bustle of local life mixed with resorts making it an interesting destination that attracts many tourists.

In 2006, most of the island became a Unesco Biosphere Reserve, and every day more people get a chance to experience the joy tucked away in this slice of paradise.

If you and your partner love adventure, quality time by the beach, trying new foods and understanding the local culture, Phu Quoc Island is the destination for you.

The hottest entertainment venue on the island, Sailing Club Phu Quoc, is just a 5-minute stroll from the resort.

ABOVE RIGHT: FOR couples who love the splendour of nature and wilderness, Capella Ubud makes a perfect balance of tranquillity and adventure. | Pictures Instagram

Joali Being, Maldives

Embark on a joyful adventure together to nurture and deepen your precious bond. A nature immersive well-being island retreat, the first of its kind in the Maldives located on Bodufushi Island in Raa Atoll, Joali Being offers a special programme named “Wellbeing Together” curated exclusively for couples.

Blissfully removed from the outside world, this unforgettable journey sparkles brightly with the Joy of Weightlessness – an exhilarating feeling of lightness and freedom.

“Wellbeing Together” invites couples to explore each other’s interests and share meaningful moments in the ultra-luxurious island paradise.

Joali Being is a 40-minute seaplane journey from Male International Airport.

With 68 villas, each with its own butler or “Jadugar”, it is the region’s first well-being island retreat of its kind.

Armani Hotel Milano, Milan

A glitzy European honeymoon is the stuff of dreams for many couples created by some popular Bollywood movies. Go ahead and include the most glamorous city in Italy in your plan. Live out a dream in this enchanting city with elegant crystal domes, unmatched style, and exotic food.

LEFT: ARMANI Hotel Milano is located in the world-famous couture district, known as Quadrilatero della Moda.

Armani Hotel Milano is located in the world-famous couture district, known as Quadrilatero della Moda, only a few minutes away from the luxury shopping streets of Via Montenapoleone and Via della Spiga, the famous La Scala theatre and the spectacular Piazza del Duomo.

Milan is not only the World's Fashion Capital but also a city to be discovered, with its little secrets and hidden locations. The Armani style and philosophy define every detail of the 95 guestrooms and suites.

ABOVE AND BELOW: IF YOU and your partner love adventure, quality time by the beach, trying new foods and understanding the local culture, Phu Quoc Island is the destination for you. | Instagram

Bonding through adventures at Pimalai Resort & Spa, Koh Lanta

Pimalai, the natural five-star retreat on the tropical Thai island of Koh Lanta, is a dreamy destination that immerses couples in seclusion and serenity.

Nestled within 100 acres of lush jungle, cascading gently down to a 900m stretch of pure white sand at Kantiang Bay, far from the tourist crowds, this is a romantic retreat like no other.

Pimalai has created a series of small-scale excursions into this spectacular seascape.

The “Koh Haa Snorkelling & Sunset” adventure transports couples to a collection of limestone islets enclosing a dazzling aquamarine lagoon, while the “Fabulous Koh Rok” cruise offers swimming and snorkelling in warm, crystal-clear waters around one of the area’s most enchanting islands.

Pimalai Spa is hidden within the forest, surrounded by rippling pools, century-old trees and fragrant flowers. Unwind and enjoy world-class wellness therapies. | IANS

TOP: PIMALAI Resort & Spa.

ABOVE: JOALI Being is the beginning of a transformative journey.