Honeymoon is meant to be special. One’s honeymoon experience should be warm, cozy, sweet, dreamy, memorable and should linger in one’s mind for years and years to come. But our big fat Indian Wedding many a times leaves very little scope for a lavish honeymoon and we are forced to frantically search for places which would allow us to enjoy some amount of warmth and intimacy yet not burn a hole in our pocket. Fortunately, India, The Land Of Diversity showers newly wed couples with a wide variety of honeymoon stopovers which are stunning as well as very much within one’s budget. So, let’s have a quick look at some of the exotic and romantic budget honeymoon destinations.
1.Agra : The night, the moon, the Taj Mahal and just the two of you. Shall I say more? The Taj Mahal, the Agra Fort, the rustic city, its architecture and the history provides you the best package if you are looking for a budget honeymoon in India.
Key Attractions : The iconic Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Jama Masjid, Fatehpur Sikri, Itmad-Ud-Daulah’s Tomb, Moti Masjid, Mehtab Bagh, Akbar’s Tomb, Yamuna River.
Best Time To Visit Agra : October to March.
Tip : Gift your partner the experience of exploring Agra Fort, Salim Chisti Dargah, Sikandra and the city on a horse cart.
2.Andaman : If you are looking for some underwater romance and adventure then Andaman can surely be your pick. The Andaman islands are known for their palm-lined, white-sand beaches, mangroves and tropical rain forests. Once you are there, do head for Port Blair, Havelock (beach dinner and early morning scuba), Ross Island (heritage spot), Red Skin or Jolly Buoy (snorkelling).
Key Attractions : Radhanagar Beach, Rajiv Gandhi Water Sports Complex, Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park, Mount Harriet National Park, Ross Island, Havelock Island, Port Blair.
Best Time To Visit : April to July.
Tip : Spice up your honeymoon with water sports and scuba diving and stroll around hand in hand with your partner along the pristine white beaches and the dense forests.
3.Darjeeling : Imagine the situation; a polished wooden cottage, the fire place, a cozy bed, the two cuddling, enjoying both the warmth and the chill and the snowy peaks in the backdrop. Well, romantic, isn’t it? The unknown hilly trails, the tea gardens, the monasteries, the abundance of natural treasures make Darjeeling a perfect budget honeymoon destination.
Key Attractions : Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, Mirik, Batasia Loop, Peace Pagoda, Tiger Hill, Ganga Maiya, Padmaja Himalayan Zoological Park.
Best Time To Visit : October To March.
Tip : Hire a Tata Sumo early in the morning and set out on a 7 points tour, enjoy the rope way ride, stop at places and fill up your tummy with the road side local momos (they are yummy). And yes, remember to bargain while you are shopping at the mall and don’t forget Kaventers and the Glenary’s bakery and cake shop at the mall.
4.Goa : Unconventional beaches, beautiful landscape, vibrant night life can add to the merriment of your honeymoon. The two of you may enjoy the night life in happening shacks and pubs, or ride a boat and spot a few dolphins, or you can even try your luck at the casino. Who knows you may even earn a fortune.
Key Attractions : Dudhsagar Falls, Chapora Fort, Fort Aguada, Se Cathedral, Calangute Beach, Basilica Of Bom Jesus.
Best Time To Visit : November to Mid February.
Tip : Hiring a scooty and enjoying the proximity can be both adventurous and fun.
5.Ooty (Udhagamandalam) : The Nilgiris, the tea estates, the soothing climate makes one’s honeymoon sparkling and fascinating. Surrounded by trees, central Ooty lake is a huge artificial expanse of water with pleasure boats. On the slopes of nearby Elk hill, the rose garden is home to over 2000 varieties of roses.
Key Attractions : The Ooty Lake, the Botanical Garden, Doddabetta, Government Rose Garden and the tea estates are the key attractions.
Best Time To Visit : March to June.
Tip : You two can trek till the sunset point to experience the breath-taking view of Doddabetta.
6.Kovalam Beach : Kovalam, the beach town of Kerela offers the pristine beaches like Hawa, Samudra, Lighthouse and fascinating scenarios of palm and coconut plantations along the sea shore which makes one’s honeymoon memorable and dreamy.
Key Attractions : Light house Beach, Hawa Beach, Samudra beach, Vizhinjam Juma Masjid Mosque, Sagarika Marine Research Aquarium.
Best Time To Visit : November to February.
Tip : Do take a romantic boat ride and walk bare-feet to feel the golden sand at the golden sand beaches. You can also pamper yourself with a luxury spa and try out a few mouth watering coastal cuisines.
7.Udaipur : Experience the rich, colourful and vibrant Rajasthan and enjoy being treated as a Rajput. Udaipur is set around a series of artificial lakes and is known for its royal residences. If you are thinking of visiting Udaipur then you will surely experience grandeur and glory with your partner.
Key Attractions : City Palace Udaipur, Jagdish Temple, Lake Pichola, Jag Mandir, Monsoon Palace, Saheliyon ki Bari.
Best Time To Visit : September to March.
Tip : Enjoy a romantic hilly drive to Summer Fort and Kumbhalgarh.
The beauty of a place does not lie in the place itself but the person with whom you are visiting it and with the right partner no place shall be less than paradise be it a lavish one or a budget one. Plan your honeymoon wisely and make it memorable. Wishing the two of you years and years of togetherness.
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