Why travel abroad when we’ve got countless romantic locales right here in the US? Here are three more honeymoon hotspots not to be missed!
Puerto Rico
This US territory boasts the Caribbean weather perfect for lovebirds looking to fly south for their honeymoon, along with a veritable wonderland of natural attractions. Only two hours’ drive across, Puerto Rico can be explored in the course of a short vaca stay, while the depth of its richness may leave you tempted to return. From surfing in Rincon on the west coast to the huge colonial fortresses in the eastern capital, Old San Juan, unforgettable experiences await you.
Take a ferry to Vieques to swim in the bioluminescent bays where the water sparkles like the stars around you. On the mainland, some of the deepest caves on Earth beckon the intrepid. And of course, a stay in The Horned Dorset Primavera, close to numerous beaches and snorkeling, provides the tranquil paradise you and your honey yearn for.
Cape Cod
For a low-key honeymoon walking arm in arm down windswept beaches under the watchful eye of a pretty white lighthouse, choose Cape Cod. A quaint collection of small towns, the area is home to historical attractions like the Whydah Pirate Museum in Provincetown and the home of writer and artist Edward Gorey further south.
It’s also the place to share your love of seafood with a sumptuous dinner at the Impudent Oyster. Spend lazy afternoons amid the dune grass nibbling from boxes of homemade sweets, making sand castles, sailing or whale watching. The Wequassett Resort and Golf Club in Harwich has a stellar view of the cove and lavish accommodations that will add real honeymoon luxury to the small town charm of your trip.
Lake Tahoe, California
Lake Tahoe is famous for its clear blue water, pure enough to mirror the sky and its surroundings flawlessly. A honeymoon here could take place virtually any time of year, with skiing and sleigh rides in winter, and hiking, kayaking and a world of watersports in the summer.
The town bustles with high-end shopping and dining, a Shakespeare Festival each summer, and the glitz of casinos just across the Nevada border. With mountain scenery and dazzling crystal water like this, you may be inspired to try a ride in a hot air balloon or a quiet cruise across the water. The cozy Cottage Inn on the historic west shore will appeal to the outdoorsy. Canoodle in rooms warm with polished knotty pine paneling, plaid duvets and stone fireplaces.
