Hanoi (VNA) – Popular travel magazine Travel + Leisure has dedicated an entire article to honor 12 budget honeymoon destinations from around the world that inspire romance without breaking the bank, with Vietnam ranking fourth from the list.
Offering less expensive alternatives to overly touristy destinations, Vietnam has something to satisfy all types of honeymoon couples, noted the American magazine, reassuring thrifty lovebirds by listing numerous honeymoon destinations that are both luxurious and affordable.
Do you like hiking? Enjoy panoramic views of Muong Hoa Valley or Fansipan Mountain in Sapa. Are you looking for a trip filled with gastronomy and culture? Head to the capital, Hanoi, and book a stay at the luxurious Sofitel Legend Metropole, an oasis from which you can venture out for steaming bowls of pho and hearty banh mis, he suggested.
Couples interested in beaches, spa treatments and relaxation can head to Côn Dao, an archipelago off the coast that makes for an affordable honeymoon filled with white sand beaches and scenic trails. Check out the Six Senses resort in Côn Dao, which is located in a protected national and marine park with plenty of waterfronts, Travel + Leisure added.
For those looking for a trip filled with food and culture, they should head to the capital of Hanoi and book a stay at the luxurious Sofitel Legend Metropole, an oasis where couples can venture out for steaming bowls of phở ( noodles) and delicious bánh mì (bread), shared the travel magazine.
Mexico tops the list, as the North American country continues to attract American honeymooners with some of the world’s best beaches, Mayan and Aztec ruins, and quality cuisine and cocktails. Many resorts across Mexico, especially those on the coast, offer affordable honeymoon packages, he wrote.
Guatemala is a place where low prices will help tourists have a pleasant honeymoon while staying on budget, while Jamaica, the land of good humor, mountains, rainforests and beautiful beaches, comes respectively second and third.
Other affordable honeymoon destinations globally include Bermuda, Belize, Key Largo in Florida, Napa and Sonoma Valleys in California, Honolulu in Hawaii, Costa Rica, Portugal and Canada.
According to Travel + Leisure, a study by The Knot found that there are many honeymoon destinations that are both luxurious and affordable. Out of all the countries, Vietnam was voted the best place for foodies, Mexico won the title of best tourist destination, Jamaica was crowned the best all-inclusive getaway and Bermuda was voted the best long weekend destination . – VNA
