{"id":143936,"date":"2015-06-08T14:00:39","date_gmt":"2015-06-08T13:00:39","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/whimsicalwonderlandweddings.com\/?p=143936"},"modified":"2024-09-18T09:58:26","modified_gmt":"2024-09-18T08:58:26","slug":"honeymoon-guide-ideas-advice-2015-with-mr-mrs-smith","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wedissimo.com\/blog\/honeymoon-guide-ideas-advice-2015-with-mr-mrs-smith\/","title":{"rendered":"The Ultimate Honeymoon Guide with Mr & Mrs Smith"},"content":{"rendered":"

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The Tsitouras Collection<\/a><\/p>\n

Isn’t it just the perfect time of year to think about travel? Especially<\/em> honeymoons. Whether you are looking for turquoise seas or jungle adventures anything is possible.<\/p>\n

Senior travel consultant Gemma Miles gives us the lowdown on boutique hotel experts Mr & Mrs Smith<\/a> and what\u2019s top of their honeymoon hot list right now.<\/p>\n

Tell us all about mrandmrssmith.com<\/a>: what makes you stand out from other travel companies?<\/h1>\n

Mr & Mrs Smith has a carefully curated collection of the world\u2019s most stylish stays \u2013 more than 900 hotels \u2013 that you can book with us online or over the phone. We only feature properties that at least one of the team has personally visited, and we provide a personal service, matchmaking our customers to the right hotels for them. We love putting together itineraries, too: we all travel frequently, so we can tailor the ultimate honeymoon for each couple. And, you also get a a free little extra treat at each hotel you book with us \u2013 a Thai massage, perhaps, or a cocktail-making class\u2026<\/p>\n

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Monteverdi<\/a> in Tuscany<\/p>\n

Honeymoons: where does a couple start? There\u2019s so much choice out there.<\/h1>\n

It can be hard to narrow down options, so try to think about what you actually want from the trip, and pick a destination based on that. If you want to spend a week exploring somewhere new and seeing some culture, for example, but you also want to relax on the beach, then Sri Lanka twinned with the Maldives would be great. How much travel do you want to do? How much activity versus relaxation?<\/p>\n

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Mini-moon, seven nights or a long trip\u2026 Which do you recommend for your couples?<\/h1>\n

Well, all three, if they can! It depends how much time you have. I\u2019d definitely recommend going somewhere immediately after your wedding day, even if it\u2019s just for a couple of nights. I always think that two weeks are more than twice as relaxing as just one \u2013 you really get a chance to switch off, and you can justify travelling further, to long-haul destinations like Bali, Malaysia or Australia.<\/p>\n

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Short haul or long haul: is one or the other preferable for a honeymoon?<\/h1>\n

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It depends what type of traveller you are. After the stress of a wedding, it can be nice not to be stuck on a plane for a whole day. We have some incredible properties in Italy, like Casacau<\/a> in Rome (where they hang a breakfast bag of treats on your door each morning) and Monteverdi<\/a> in Tuscany, which has the most incredible views. I love Lesic Dimitri Palace on the island of Korcula in Croatia, too: it\u2019s just a two-hour ferry trip from Dubrovnik. The Arabia room is the ultimate honeymoon suite.<\/p>\n

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But, if you want a real change of scenery and a new experience, places like Costa Rica, home to the stunning Kura<\/a> hotel, or Brazil, where Uxua Casa<\/a> won our Best Smith Hotel award last year, are really worth the trip.<\/p>\n

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What are the most popular destinations for couples?<\/h1>\n

Italy and Greece are our best sellers for honeymoons \u2013 Santorini is always a winner. The caldera views are beautiful and I love Iconic Santorini <\/a>with its white-washed walls, and The Tsitouras Collection<\/a> is incredible, too. Mexico\u2019s also really popular: book well in advance if you\u2019ve got your heart set on the Riviera Maya!<\/p>\n

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Have you seen any new travel trends for the year ahead?<\/h1>\n

As new airline routes are added, destinations increase in popularity \u2013 we\u2019ve seen a lot more inquiries for Vietnam and Sri Lanka, for example. Couples are increasingly after a mix of culture and beach, so multi-stop trips are popular, too.<\/p>\n

Which destinations offer the best value at the moment?<\/h1>\n

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Asia is always good value. In Europe, your money goes a long way in Croatia. We have a fantastic budget-boutique hotel called Brody House in Budapest. Spain can be a great option and we have some beautiful properties in the south, like La Escondida and Palacio de Villapanes.<\/p>\n

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What\u2019s your most super-splurge luxe hotel recommendation?<\/h1>\n

Alila Villas Uluwatu<\/a> is incredible and was voted runner up in our awards last year for Best Smith Hotel \u2013 the architecture is world-class, the scenery stunning and you even get your own butler. Six Senses Ninh Van Bay<\/a> in Vietnam is amazing, too: Water Villa number 5 took home the prize for Sexiest Bedroom.<\/p>\n

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Relaxation versus adventure: can a couple have a multi-destination trip combining the best of both worlds?<\/h1>\n

I\u2019d always recommend you build in enough time to relax, but how much downtime you need is up to you \u2013 if one of you is more active than the other, make sure you have a balance of things to do along with plenty of chill-out time.<\/p>\n

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Six Senses Ninh Van Bay<\/a><\/p>\n

Is it possible to plan a honeymoon as a surprise for a fianc\u00e9e?<\/h1>\n

Of course! I know plenty of people who have trusted their partners to plan the whole trip in secret \u2013 they didn\u2019t even know where they were going! In fact, we\u2019ve got a special section of our site called The Groom\u2019s Room<\/a> where we give honeymoon-planning gentlemen a helping hand, steering them towards not just the best hotels but also the best rooms, with lots of insider tips and advice\u2026 If you\u2019re trusting your partner with planning your trip, send them the link!<\/p>\n

Do you offer a honeymoon gift list?<\/h1>\n

Absolutely \u2013 your guests can contribute to your honeymoon (and we have cards in the shape of hotel-door hangers that you can pop in with your wedding invitations if you like). You can see more here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Palacio de Villapanes<\/p>\n

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Does a couple need to factor in the seasons\/time of year when travelling afar?<\/h1>\n

You might have your heart set on a destination, but there\u2019s no point going during rainy season. Always check it\u2019s the best time to travel \u2013 if you\u2019re not sure, just give us a call.<\/p>\n

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Uxua Casa<\/a><\/p>\n

Amazing! What a stunning array of hotels and destinations. Have you chosen your honeymoon yet? Thank you Gemma xo Lou<\/p>\n

Gemma Miles is a senior travel consultant and honeymoon expert at Mr & Mrs Smith: visit mrandmrssmith.com\/honeymoons<\/a> or call 0330 100 3180 for more details.<\/p>\n

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