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HONEYMOONS
bermuda
ABOUT 650 MILES
SOUTHEAST OF CAPE
HATTERAS, NC
This pink-sand paradise
is less than a three-hour flight
from most East Coast cities.
Fresh off hosting the 2017
America’s Cup for sailing, the
island has been reinvigorated
with new restaurants, hotels
and marinas.
WHEN TO GO Bermuda
is in the Atlantic, not the
Caribbean, so even the
summer nights can get cool.
September and October
are free of humidity, but the
water still remains warm
DIP YOUR TOES enough to swim.
WHERE TO STAY A massive
IN THE SAND AND TOAST
renovation of the Hamilton
YOUR NEWLYWED Princess has reimagined
STATUS AT ONE OF the legendary hotel, known
as the Pink Palace, for
THESE PICTURESQUE
modern times. The new
RETREATS. look includes a chic beach
club, an Exhale spa, a
restaurant from chef Marcus
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Samuelsson and artwork
from the likes of Banksy and
Andy Warhol. (From $399;
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WHAT TO DO Explore the
island by scooter (visitors
can’t rent cars). Get a glimpse
of Bermuda’s British past in
the town of St. George, climb
185 steps to the top of
Gibbs Hill Lighthouse, then
head to Horseshoe Bay to
unwind and catch the sunset.
DON’T MISS Bermuda’s
ocean floor is the resting
place for more than 300
shipwrecks. Dive Bermuda
I S L A N D T I M E
can accommodate both
beginners and certified divers
on underwater adventures.
(BermudaScuba.com) >>
BY JEN MURPHY
HONEYMOONS
hvar, croatia EXPLORE WILD JUNGLES AND SPIRITUAL
SITUATED BETWEEN BRAČ, VIS AND THE
KORČ U LA ISLANDS IN THE ADRIATIC SEA TEMPLES, BIKE THROUGH TEA PLANTATIONS,
The sunniest island in Croatia, Hvar offers
SOAK UP THE SUN ON BEACHES, AND VISIT
both buzzy beach parties and quiet coves. ELEPHANT SANCTUARIES IN SRI LANKA.
Often called the St. Tropez of the Dalmatian
Coast, the island’s harbor is dotted with
yachts, but there’s still historic charm to be
found along the winding stone streets and
in family-run seafood restaurants.
WHEN TO GO Skip July and August—
ferries fill up and crowds cover the beaches. sri lanka
September and October are still warm NORTHEAST OF THE
enough for sunning and sailing and you won’t MALDIVES, NEAR INDIA
have to stress about dinner reservations.
WHERE TO STAY Little Green Bay is just This teardrop-shaped island
three miles from Hvar Town, but it offers a has been at the top of travel
calm escape from its party scene. Nestled bucket lists thanks to its
on a secluded bay, this restored farmhouse mix of spectacular beaches,
has just 15 rooms with rustic touches. A monkey-filled jungles and
pebble beach has beanbags for lazing, and ancient heritage. The south
its private boat can whisk you away on an coast offers the perfect blend
excursion. (From $463; LittleGreenBay.com) of beach, nature and culture
WHAT TO DO Take a short water taxi ride and gives visitors insight into
to Palmižana—a magical island surrounded Sri Lanka’s past and present.
by pine forests and aquamarine sea. Splurge WHEN TO GO December
on a cabana at Laganini, a boho-hip beach through March is the driest
bar with delicious cocktails and an excellent time. June, July, October
seafood menu. (Laganini-Novak.com) chebeague island, maine and November can bring daily
DON’T MISS Walk up to the 16th-century bursts of rain.
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THE LARGEST ISLAND IN CASCO BAY,
Fortica Španjola at sunset to take in views 10 MILES FROM PORTLAND, ME WHERE TO STAY The six
of the Adriatic Sea and the old town. stylish suites at KK Beach
In Maine, island time revolves around lobster rolls, offer a refreshing (and
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beach cruiser rides and kicking back with craft affordable) alternative to
brews. Plus, you get to start your honeymoon on the many colonial-inspired
the big island, hawaii a boat—it’s the only way to reach Chebeague. stays on the south coast. The
THE LARGEST AND MOST SOUTHEASTERN OF THE HAWAIIAN WHEN TO GO May can be chilly but is less hotel is set on Habaraduwa,
ISLANDS, LOCATED IN THE NORTH PACIFIC OCEAN
crowded than peak summer months, or catch New one of Sri Lanka’s prettiest
England’s fall foliage in September or October. beaches. Book a table
Cascading waterfalls, sacred valleys, lunarlike lava landscapes
WHERE TO STAY Chebeague Island Inn for its restaurant’s weekly
and a choice of black-, green- or white-sand beaches create
transports guests to simpler times. The 21 rooms seafood barbecue.
a tapestry of natural beauty, paired with rich cultural roots.
in this 1920s Greek Revival–style home are free of (From $300; KKBeach.com)
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WHEN TO GO April to June and August to early November are phones and TVs. Sunset cocktails on the front WHAT TO DO Learn to
the quieter months. porch are a ritual. After dinner, get cozy around prepare Sri Lankan street
WHERE TO STAY Set on the Kona-Kohala Coast, with a the Great Room’s large stone fireplace, where food, like a rice pancake
backdrop of white-sand beaches, the Four Seasons Hualalai is you’ll find books and puzzles. (From $180; stuffed with curry, during
all about sense of place. (From $795; FourSeasons.com/hualalai) ChebeagueIslandInn.com) a two-hour, hands-on
WHAT TO DO Snorkel with a spotted eagle ray in King’s Pond. WHAT TO DO Bike around the three-by-five-mile cooking class at Why House.
This lava rock pool—one of seven pools at the Four Seasons— island. Stop to collect sea glass at Deer Point, and (WhyHouseSriLanka.com)
is home to more than 4,000 colorful sea creatures. catch a sunset at the aptly named Sunset Beach. DON’T MISS Wander the
DON’T MISS Take in the active Kilauea volcano from above on DON’T MISS The inn’s restaurant is so fantastic markets of Galle and explore
Paradise Helicopters’ Volcanoes & Waterfalls Extreme tour. that even residents of foodie hot spot Portland Galle Fort, a UNESCO
($299 per person; ParadiseHelicopters.com) ferry over for a meal. World Heritage Site. >>
HONEYMOONS
santa cruz, the
galápagos islands,
ecuador
IN THE CENTER OF
THE ARCHIPELAGO
The Galápagos is a bucket
list destination for a reason.
Where else can you follow in
the footsteps of Darwin and
view blue-footed boobies?
WHEN TO GO December
to June brings tropical
temperatures that can
royal davui island, fiji exceed 100 degrees. July to
IN THE CENTER OF THE SOUTH PACIFIC, November offers cooler
1,300 MILES NORTHEAST OF NEW ZEALAND
temps. You’ll need a wet suit,
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but this is the best time
The South Pacific archipelago of Fiji has beaches that to snorkel with penguins and
are better than private. Lovers looking for a romantic see the tortoise migration.
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tryst have countless deserted islands they can head to WHERE TO STAY Centrally
for a day of canoodling under palm trees and skinny located on Santa Cruz island,
dipping in the turquoise seas. eco-conscious Pikaia Lodge
WHEN TO GO Shoulder season, May to October, has is perched atop extinct
low rainfall, low humidity and lower prices. volcanic craters, with ocean
ECUADOR: SIVAN ASK AYO; ALL OTHER IM AGES COURTESY OF RESORTS
Avoid wet season: November to April. views from its floor-to-ceiling
WHERE TO STAY Royal Davui Island windows. Take the lodge’s
Resort floats amid the crystalline yacht out (with a captain) and
WATCH THE waters (and diving wonderland) of explore other islands. (From zanzibar, tanzania
the Beqa Lagoon. The adults-only $8,750 for a three-night stay, PART OF THE ZANZIBAR ARCHIPELAGO IN THE INDIAN OCEAN, WHERE TO STAY White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa epitomizes
SUN SET OVER property has just 16 thatched-roof ABOUT 25 MILES FROM THE MAINLAND barefoot indulgence. Palatial villas are set on 16,000-square-foot,
including meals and guided
TURQUOISE villas, each with its own private excursions; PikaiaLodge.com) seafront plots with private pools. Paje Beach is at your doorstep,
WATERS FROM plunge pool and sun deck for some WHAT TO DO Have the lodge The Spice Island’s palm-fringed, powdery sand make it the ideal and a rooftop champagne bar has a telescope for stargazing.
YOUR PRIVATE intimate one-on-one time. (From pack a picnic lunch and go place to decompress postsafari (and postwedding). Zanzibar’s (Rooms from $240; villas from $730; WhiteSandVillas.com)
endangered red colobus monkeys are a true wildlife highlight,
THATCHED-ROOF $1,170, all-inclusive; RoyalDavuiFiji.com) bike the untouched shoreline WHAT TO DO Steady sideshore winds and flat lagoon water make
WHAT TO DO You’ll spend most of your days in of Garrapatero Beach. while traditional Swahili villages and the UNESCO-listed Stone Paje Beach a world-class kitesurfing destination. Learn to fly
VILLA IN THE Town deliver a dose of interesting culture.
the water, on the beach or island-hopping to local DON’T MISS Visit the resort’s with Zanzibar Kite Paradise. (From $262 for a three-hour private
MIDDLE OF THE villages and secret surf spots. tortoise reserve. Grab a WHEN TO GO Visit during the cool, dry months of spring, lesson; ZanzibarKiteParadise.com)
SOUTH PACIFIC. DON’T MISS Get dropped off by boat on your own bottle of wine at sunset and from June to October. Kitesurfing conditions are best from July DON’T MISS Dine at the Rock, a seafood-centric restaurant
tidal islet with champagne and a picnic. watch the gentle giants. to September and December to February. named for its location in the Indian Ocean. >>
HONEYMOONS
são miguel, azores
THE LARGEST AND MOST POPULOUS ISLAND IN THE
PORTUGUESE ARCHIPELAGO OF THE AZORES
Just a four-hour flight from the East Coast, the Azores, an archipelago of volcanic
islands just west of Portugal, deliver the natural wonders of Hawaii, New Zealand
and Ireland at a fraction of the price. São Miguel is the most accessible island.
WHEN TO GO Spring and summer are prime whale viewing months, while fall brings waves
for surfers. November to March remains warm but is often rainy.
WHERE TO STAY Furnas Lake Villas, a family-run collection of Japanese cedar bungalows with
Scandi furnishings, is a tranquil base for exploring São Miguel’s ethereal crater lakes, exotic
botanical gardens and boiling hot springs. (From $105; FurnasLakeVillas.pt)
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WHAT TO DO Spot breaching fin whales and striped dolphins on a whale-watching cruise
with eco-pioneer Futurismo. ($66 for a half-day; Futurismo.pt)
DON’T MISS At Furnas Lake Villas, guests can learn to prepare the island’s signature dish,
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cozido. The Portuguese stew is buried in the volcanic ground and left to cook for five hours.
sicily, italy
SOUTH OF THE ITALIAN the baroque town of Modica. The owners,
PENINSULA two Milanese architects, lovingly restored
A ZORES: DAVID BROOKE PHOTOGR APHY; ITALY: ISTOCK
a cluster of abandoned cottages into a
Indulge in pasta alla Norma, sip a glass (or 10-room B & B decorated with earthy touches
two) of crisp Sicilia Bianco, then hike up a like bamboo ceilings and terra-cotta tiles.
volcano to work up an appetite for your next (From $136; CasaTalia.it)
meal. There are also 600 miles of coastline to WHAT TO DO Visit some of the island’s top
bask in and Greek and Roman ruins to explore. wineries, such as COS and Planeta, to
WHEN TO GO Early fall temps are often discover the region’s distinctive Nero d’Avola
still warm enough for the beach. In and Frappato varietals.
September and October, the countryside DON’T MISS Set within an old palace,
is ablaze in fall colors. Michelin-starred Accursio Ristorante
WHERE TO STAY Casa Talía feels like a brilliantly updates Sicilian classics in its
hidden gem tucked on a hillside overlooking tasting menus. (AccursioRistorante.it)
Editor’s Note: Our hearts go out to those affected by the 2017 hurricane season, especially the Caribbean islands, which you’ll notice are absent from our coverage
as we give them time to rebuild. At press time, all of the resorts featured are open for business. Please visit TheKnot.com/honeymoons for more information.
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