Tuesday, 15 May 2012

Budget Honeymoons: 5 Honeymoons Under $2,500


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Your dream getaway doesn't have to break your budget. So whether you want to stroll through the city, cozy up on the beach or zip-line through the jungle -- we've got you covered.

Best Beach Honeymoon: Aruba

Where to Stay Relax at Bucuti, a European-style resort with a beach, outdoor dining and a spa. Garden rooms start at around $263 per night. If you want to mix things up, check into the Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino in the very center of town (rooms start at around $245). The hotel provides a small boat to take you to its private island 10 minutes away.

Where to Eat Enjoy seafood straight off the grill at Pinchos Grill & Bar, a restaurant right on a pier. Try the grilled Aruban wahoo fillet (expect to pay $18 to $24 for an entrée) and leave room for dessert. Also head to The Old Man and the Sea, where the tables are spaced out (for privacy) right on the sand.

What to Do See the island on an ABC Jeep Tour ($71 per person for 3½ hours), which takes you along Aruba's rockier beaches, or check out the underwater view on the Atlantis Submarine Tour ($89 per person if booked online). Into golf? Spend a day at Tierra Del Sol. The scenic course is open from 7 a.m. until 5 p.m. Snorkeling, horseback riding and just laying low on the beach are all options too.

What to Pack The weather is consistently warm in Aruba, but there's usually a strong breeze. Bring a windbreaker when walking on the beach at night -- and plenty of hair ties.

Best City Honeymoon: Dublin, Ireland

Where to Stay Start out at Butlers Town House Hotel, close to restaurants, bars and the rugby stadium. Rooms start at around $150 a night. Then head outside of the city to Fitzpatrick Castle Hotel, an eighteenth-century -- you guessed it -- castle 20 minutes from the Dublin City Centre. Rooms start at around $200 per night -- well worth it when you walk through the doors and step into old-world luxury.

Where to Eat Treat yourselves to fresh seafood at The Lobster Pot, an upscale restaurant with an extensive wine list and out-of-this-world crab claws. Two entrées will land you somewhere around $100 -- a splurge you definitely won't regret for one night. Also check out Gallagher's Boxty House for pub fare. And if you're still not full, head over to Queen of Tarts on Dame Street for scones, cakes and cookies.

What to Do Get historical and go on the 1916 Rebellion Walking Tour ($17 per person). If shopping's your thing, check out Henry Street for typical Irish swag. Then take a stroll over Ha'penny Bridge. It's romantic -- and free.

What to Pack Even if you're heading to Dublin in July, you'll want to bring an umbrella...and a sweater. The weather is sporadic, and even the summer months can feel a bit soggy. But fear not: You'll likely need sunscreen too!

Best Adventure Honeymoon: Belize

Where to Stay Mama Noots Backabush, an eco-resort in the middle of Belize's Mayflower Bocawina National Park, runs from $90 to $150 a night and is literally in the jungle. Also try Matachica for about $280 a night, where each “suite” is just 200 feet from the sea.

Where to Eat Mama Noots boasts its own menu of dishes made from what's grown in the resort's garden. In Matachica, take a seat at Mambo Restaurant and try the homemade pasta (around $25 per entrée). Be sure to taste the local cuisine, including stewed chicken.

What to Do Rent a car if you want to get out on your own during your stay. In the southern part of Belize, you'll find the Mayan ruins -- which require a full day of exploring. Also check out tours and trails in the National Park, where you can swim under waterfalls and come face-toface with everything from frogs to jaguars. A must-do: Ride the zip line through the jungle for about $80 per person. Fill up more relaxed days with canoe rides and a trip to the Belize Tourism Village for local knickknacks.

What to Pack We probably don't need to say this, but bug spray is a must. And you need to bring over-the-counter meds like aspirin and Pepto-Bismol -- there's not exactly a corner store behind those waterfalls.

Best Rustic Honeymoon: Jackson Hole, Wyoming

Where to Stay Cozy up at Snake River Lodge & Spa, a AAA four-diamond resort known for its views -- and honeymoon specials. Rooms start at around $128 per night in the summer (winter rates spike to $255). If you're looking for a mod place to stay, check out Hotel Terra, an eco-friendly hotel that starts at about $200 a night. The flat-screen TVs, romantic fireplaces and sleek décor add to the luxe vibe.

Where to Eat Head to Koshu Wine Bar, an Asian/Latin fusion restaurant. Entrées range from around $16 to $28 and include everything from Korean-style ribs to butter chicken with Indian spices. For a down-home meal, check out Bubba's BBQ for pulled pork and baked beans. Main courses cost about $8.

What to Do Ski season runs from December to April, with full-day lift tickets costing $61. In warmer months, try a Mad River rafting trip ($59 each). Also take a tour of the Snake River Brewery and down a pint of its namesake ale. Another idea: Head up the mountains on the Bridger Gondola ($16 each).

What to Pack For the summer, bring hiking boots, a baseball cap and sporty sunglasses (read: leave your Chanels at home). For winter, you'll need your usual cold-weather swag -- hat, gloves, ski pants and hand/foot warmers.


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