Looking for Honeymoon advice / recommendations

shoei · 11-09-2015, 03:17 PM

I'm not married so I don't really have a dog in this fight, however, with that said I don't know if I would want to do a cruise or one of those vacation packages where its dictated what we can or cannot do... If I'm on my honeymoon is rather it just be me and the wifey - making our own memories and not having to share them with a group of that makes sense...

But that's just me... Like I said I haven't been forced at gunpoint down that road so what do I know...

mashimarho · 11-09-2015, 03:22 PM

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Originally Posted by shoei

I'm not married so I don't really have a dog in this fight, however, with that said I don't know if I would want to do a cruise or one of those vacation packages where its dictated what we can or cannot do... If I'm on my honeymoon is rather it just be me and the wifey - making our own memories and not having to share them with a group of that makes sense...

But that's just me... Like I said I haven't been forced at gunpoint down that road so what do I know...

Thanks for the insight. We're just looking to have a great time and not worry about things for a week. Regardless of which route we go, I'm sure we'll have fun. The question is just where we're going and what we're doing. We're open to anything from a cruise to a week in the tropical island.

davis449 · 11-09-2015, 04:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Lups

Run.

Funny... I was gonna say "DON'T DO IT!".

Moreover, I would've gone into more detail like: Get the ring back stealth-like, leave a note, disappear on the vacation by yourself, and have movers show up to get your shit while you're gone.

Lups · 11-09-2015, 05:13 PM

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Originally Posted by davis449

Funny... I was gonna say "DON'T DO IT!".

Moreover, I would've gone into more detail like: Get the ring back stealth-like, leave a note, disappear on the vacation by yourself, and have movers show up to get your shit while you're gone.

I have nothing against being married, it's the honeymoon that freaks me out! If I got divorced, found myself a dream man, was marrying him and then he'd say "honey we are going to a beach for two weeks" that love story would end there. I'm sooo not the beach holiday type, and most people I know would object going camping as a honeymoon.

imserious · 11-09-2015, 06:32 PM

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It's been a while since I was there but would be surprised if a Four Seasons went downhill. What disappointed them about it?

Stayed in the Four Seasons in Wailea, Maui. It was quite heavenly. Not sure what to complain about except the cost. Best surprise was it was not pretentious at all.

MrPrena · 11-09-2015, 06:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Lups

I have nothing against being married, it's the honeymoon that freaks me out! If I got divorced, found myself a dream man, was marrying him and then he'd say "honey we are going to a beach for two weeks" that love story would end there. I'm sooo not the beach holiday type, and most people I know would object going camping as a honeymoon.

Too many stuff in common that it scares me.
You must been my twin on past life.

We didn't go to honeymoon either, because the company I was with was dealing a huge civil suit (plaintiff), and we were in the middle of negotiation.

BUT i would like to tell people that I went to Aspen CO for honeymoon ~2month after, because we did go to Aspen for other reasons about 2mo after...

infamousdiz · 11-09-2015, 06:55 PM

Vegas and get a sky loft suite at the aira or stay at the wynn or encore......

Seems less romantic but let me tell you nothing but 5 star accommodations the best food you will ever have in your life and the sky the limit and how nice you want this trip to be. Wife and i go every year. A vacation to me includes (eat, sleep and fuck) thats it with no children.

Hawaii wayy to far let alone bora bora ect. over rated too if the beach is your thing i recommend Jade mountain in St lucia.

http://www.jademountain.com/ break out your wallet but 20K well spent

Lups · 11-09-2015, 06:55 PM

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Originally Posted by MrPrena

Too many stuff in common that it scares me.
You must been my twin on past life.

We didn't go to honeymoon either, because the company I was with was dealing a huge civil suit (plaintiff), and we were in the middle of negotiation.

BUT i would like to tell people that I went to Aspen CO for honeymoon ~2month after, because we did go to Aspen for other reasons about 2mo after...

I just stare people in the eye and tell them my wedding cost 100€ and I didn't bother with a honeymoon since why would I want to start the real life together with a fantasy period?

MrPrena · 11-09-2015, 07:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Lups

I just stare people in the eye and tell them my wedding cost 100€ and I didn't bother with a honeymoon since why would I want to start the real life together with a fantasy period?

Gotta agree senora.
Sadly most of females (or some male) disagrees with us.

nyalpine90 · 11-10-2015, 07:34 AM

i just came back from St Lucia , Sandals Resort.

best vacation so far, great food and staff

upstatedoc · 11-10-2015, 08:25 AM

Sandy Lane in Barbados.

You can thank me later.

bimmerfrk · 11-11-2015, 08:57 AM

Going to Riviera Maya‎ for new years, 9 day total. Its not Bora Bora but will work...

http://media-cdn.tripadvisor.com/med...viera-maya.jpg

BayMoWe335 · 11-11-2015, 10:56 AM

Bora Bora is a sick destination, but it's a pain to get there. You typically go LAX to Tahiti, then about an hour flight to Bora Bora.

I've been both places and can tell you the Cayman Islands has an INCREDIBLE beach and is the safest place in the Caribbean. I recommend the Ritz on 7 Mile Beach and for an incredible dinner, Blue, by Eric Ripert.

I think the food in Cayman was better than Bora Bora. Different experience, but the snorkeling, stingrays, weather, and MUCH more convenient makes Cayman my joice.

I'd also consider Tokyo or Disney for a second Honeymoon.

John 070 · 11-11-2015, 11:31 AM

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Originally Posted by MightyMouseTech

Wife and I did an ED delivery for our honeymoon.

that s**** when you get ED on your honeymoon....

John 070 · 11-11-2015, 11:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Lups

I just stare people in the eye and tell them my wedding cost 100€ and I didn't bother with a honeymoon since why would I want to start the real life together with a fantasy period?

Ours was in Manhattan and I think we pulled it off in that since we were paying, we tried to be conscious of expense. I never had my wallet open so much, left and right tipping people. My wife's room was over $600/night. Since this was 2008, I was able to put the entire wedding on Citi @ 0% for 18 mos., and no fee back then to transfer it.

I MISSED ONE PAYMENT!!! Thank goodness there were no consequences, I remember being scared silly that interest would be charged back to day 1.

One month the balance came due, and I paid it from savings. Very painful but glad it was done for good. We did not go on a honeymoon, just a mini-trip to of all places, DC. One of her bffs and hubby wanted to go there since they and many guests were from Calif.

MightyMouseTech · 11-11-2015, 11:54 AM

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Originally Posted by John 070

that s**** when you get ED on your honeymoon....

"It happens to everyone..." HA HA!

John 070 · 11-11-2015, 12:07 PM

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Originally Posted by MightyMouseTech

"It happens to everyone..." HA HA!

just joshin' you brother....

John 070 · 11-11-2015, 12:11 PM

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Originally Posted by BayMoWe335

I'd also consider Tokyo

That must be such a cool place, my sis in-law was just there....we have only been to the airport....(my wallet tells me don't even investigate a trip there though)

jlstyle · 11-11-2015, 12:27 PM

Seems like your budget isn't really concerning, then my vote goes to French Polynesia or Hawaii. But both of them don't offer any all inclusive package.

In FP, either Bora Bora or Moorea is nice. Bora Bora has nicer lagoon but island is little remote and you usually waste time on the traveling on water. In Moorea, it's more tropical and also has nice lagoons but still has enough land coverage to travel in motorcycle/car/scooter. We stayed in Sofitel over water bungalow in both islands and I prefer Moorea more because of versatility. When you are choosing the hotel, DO NOT decide on the photos from website. Use google map to see where they are located in the lagoon and pick the one you like.
And food isn't really great in FP and it is quite expensive so be prepare to spend $$$ on eating. And of course, beach is one of the best in the world. No doubt on this.

In Hawaii, for honeymoon I would either recommend Grand Hyatt in Kauai or Four seasons in big island.

Kauai has beautiful tropical setting and has one of the best mud buggy place I've ever been to. Grand Hyatt has very nice setting and food is great. We stayed in executive suite and damn I felt so special - much more exclusive than overwater bungalows at same price. Resort is rather large, so you need to book the room in right location or you would be walking all the time. But beach in Kauai is terrible so don't even bother looking for one.

In big island, it is quite dull and nothing special compare to Kauai's natural beauty. But it offers nice little places along with fantastic lava fields and it is quite fun to travel around the island. And Four seasons is just great - little over priced for the amenities you receive though. Resort is beautiful and atmosphere is very upscale. However beach is also terrible right off the resort. But there are plenty of nice beaches around so no worries.

If I were to go back, I would probably go back to Moorea for 5 days and 3 days in Bora Bora.

mashimarho · 11-11-2015, 12:50 PM

It looks like we're leaning towards Hawaii right now. It is convenient with us being on the west coast. There is a lot of different options with the multiple islands, and we want to do something more than sitting on the beach or at a resort. We are looking at all your guys' options though! So far, aside from normal travel sites (like Expedia), we've discovered the Costco Travel, which is really cool!

bimmerfrk · 11-11-2015, 12:56 PM

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Originally Posted by John 070

that s**** when you get ED on your honeymoon....

erectile dysfunction or euro delivery

Alfisti · 11-11-2015, 02:04 PM

You do not have kids and you'r eon the west coast, get your arse to Australia. You can do the whole beach/relax thing and get as adventurous as you want, Sydney is a magnificent tourist city, it really is.

Do something you will not do once the weight of the worlds crushes your spirit. Fly Qantas premium Economy, stay in downtown Sydney, hit the beaches, hit the nightlife, hit the very close by National parks, it has everything.

Only downside is it's an expensive country but hey it's all 30% off in USD and no tipping or additional taxes!!

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shoei Banned 7779 Rep 2,602 Posts Drives: MW Vespa w/pink racing stripes Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Peeing in your garden iTrader: (3)	I'm not married so I don't really have a dog in this fight, however, with that said I don't know if I would want to do a cruise or one of those vacation packages where its dictated what we can or cannot do... If I'm on my honeymoon is rather it just be me and the wifey - making our own memories and not having to share them with a group of that makes sense... But that's just me... Like I said I haven't been forced at gunpoint down that road so what do I know...
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BayMoWe335 Colonel 1176 Rep 2,132 Posts Drives: 2010 E92 335i 6MT Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: US iTrader: (0)	Bora Bora is a sick destination, but it's a pain to get there. You typically go LAX to Tahiti, then about an hour flight to Bora Bora. I've been both places and can tell you the Cayman Islands has an INCREDIBLE beach and is the safest place in the Caribbean. I recommend the Ritz on 7 Mile Beach and for an incredible dinner, Blue, by Eric Ripert. I think the food in Cayman was better than Bora Bora. Different experience, but the snorkeling, stingrays, weather, and MUCH more convenient makes Cayman my joice. I'd also consider Tokyo or Disney for a second Honeymoon.
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jlstyle Lieutenant Colonel 355 Rep 1,762 Posts Drives: Porsche Panamera Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: USA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2014 Audi S7 [0.00] 2015 BMW X5 [0.00]	Seems like your budget isn't really concerning, then my vote goes to French Polynesia or Hawaii. But both of them don't offer any all inclusive package. In FP, either Bora Bora or Moorea is nice. Bora Bora has nicer lagoon but island is little remote and you usually waste time on the traveling on water. In Moorea, it's more tropical and also has nice lagoons but still has enough land coverage to travel in motorcycle/car/scooter. We stayed in Sofitel over water bungalow in both islands and I prefer Moorea more because of versatility. When you are choosing the hotel, DO NOT decide on the photos from website. Use google map to see where they are located in the lagoon and pick the one you like. And food isn't really great in FP and it is quite expensive so be prepare to spend $$$ on eating. And of course, beach is one of the best in the world. No doubt on this. In Hawaii, for honeymoon I would either recommend Grand Hyatt in Kauai or Four seasons in big island. Kauai has beautiful tropical setting and has one of the best mud buggy place I've ever been to. Grand Hyatt has very nice setting and food is great. We stayed in executive suite and damn I felt so special - much more exclusive than overwater bungalows at same price. Resort is rather large, so you need to book the room in right location or you would be walking all the time. But beach in Kauai is terrible so don't even bother looking for one. In big island, it is quite dull and nothing special compare to Kauai's natural beauty. But it offers nice little places along with fantastic lava fields and it is quite fun to travel around the island. And Four seasons is just great - little over priced for the amenities you receive though. Resort is beautiful and atmosphere is very upscale. However beach is also terrible right off the resort. But there are plenty of nice beaches around so no worries. If I were to go back, I would probably go back to Moorea for 5 days and 3 days in Bora Bora. Last edited by jlstyle; 11-11-2015 at 12:53 PM..
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Alfisti Brigadier General 6503 Rep 3,032 Posts Drives: 2008 Saab 9-3 Combi Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Toronto, Canada iTrader: (0)	You do not have kids and you'r eon the west coast, get your arse to Australia. You can do the whole beach/relax thing and get as adventurous as you want, Sydney is a magnificent tourist city, it really is. Do something you will not do once the weight of the worlds crushes your spirit. Fly Qantas premium Economy, stay in downtown Sydney, hit the beaches, hit the nightlife, hit the very close by National parks, it has everything. Only downside is it's an expensive country but hey it's all 30% off in USD and no tipping or additional taxes!!
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