What Can A Costa Rica Honeymoon Offer You

Costa Rica has become one of the main attractions of Central America due to its rich wildlife, beaches and scenic oceanic coast. It is of little surprise that many couples today invest in a Costa Rica honeymoon and sometimes even to get married.

What Is In Store For A Costa Rica Honeymoon?

A couple?s honeymoon is a period of time that they dedicate to one another to create their first memories and the bond that will last a lifetime. It is therefore important to choose a place that will help them reflect on their life together from today on and celebrate their relationship and marriage.

A Costa Rica honeymoon offers all that and more; peaceful hotels with a natural environment that will take you back in time but with all the amenities you can wish for that will let you sit back and relax in your partner?s company.

The wildlife of Costa Rica is still untouched by the human presence even tough there are a vast number of tourists visiting this beautiful port. If you feel adventurous, there are many activities to join and challenge your partner and if you wish to have a romantic evening all you need to do is walk on the beach and watch the sunset; you will be surprised how the simplest things in life are the most precious with the right person.

Things To Know About Costa Rica

Spanish is the language widely spoken in Costa Rica but English is understood and adopted as well by most locals of this part of the country. If you enjoy coffee, Costa Rica produces some of the finest coffee in the world, which you can taste and pick as you desire.

Their local currency is always favorable in comparison to the US Dollar so, you will always have to gain in that aspect, besides, you will find most shopping and dinning extremely inexpensive compared to the US.

Booking Your Hotel

There are two ways to book your Costa Rica honeymoon: one is through a travel agent who usually will work with you and your budget in order to get you the best deal and rates and the other way if directly online.

Online you will find many options and packages and therefore you may need to shop a bit around before you get the best available package for you. Read the details carefully; ensure the prices are quoted in US Dollars and not the local currency and always ask for Costa Rica honeymoon specials to get a special rate or package.

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For Romance, Stay in the Honeymoon Capitals

Trying to decide where to honeymoon? Well, let?s face it, the honeymoon world is your oyster, as you have a mind numbing number of options. So, why not narrow your list to the unofficial ?Honeymoon Capitals?: Niagara Falls, The Poconos in Pennsylvania; and Gatlinburg, Tennessee.

Niagara Falls

Niagara Falls has long been known as the ?Honeymoon Capital of the World.? Some of the earliest honeymooning couples include Theodosia Burr, daughter of U.S. Vice-President Aaron Burr (yes, that Aaron Burr), who honeymooned with her new husband, Joseph Aliston in 1802, and Jerome Bonaparte, brother of Napoleon (yes, that Napoleon), who honeymooned with his new wife, Elizabeth Patterson in 1804.

It may not be the tallest waterfall in the world, but it is certainly the most famous, located on the border between the New York and Ontario. Niagara Falls is actually a collection of three waterfalls: Horseshoe Falls (called by some the Canadian Falls), the American Falls, and Bridal Veil Falls, with Horseshoe Falls considered the most spectacular of the three.

The Pocono Mountains:

Did you know the Pocono Mountains is also referred to as "The Honeymoon Capital of the World"? Well, it?s true. As a matter of fact, over 200,000 honeymooning couples each year choose to begin their married life in the Pocono Mountains of Northeastern Pennsylvania, which boasts 2,400 square miles of wooded peaks and valleys with crystal clear lakes, rushing rivers, and some of the most spectacular waterfalls in the eastern United States.

The Poconos specializes in honeymoons, with several adult-only resorts available, as well as spas for those who love to be pampered. Choosing a cabin in the Poconos affords you privacy and romance, with access to all the fine spas and restaurants that will make your honeymoon even more special.

If you want to venture out of your cabin or resort there are numerous activities in the Poconos to keep you busy: hiking, biking, boating, golf, tennis, sightseeing, horseback riding, swimming, skiing, sledding, and snowmobiling.

Gatlinburg, Tennessee ? Great Smoky Mountains

Gatlinburg is known as the ?Honeymoon Capital of the South,? so you know it must have great amenities for honeymooners. Gatlinburg is adjacent to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park which receives approximately 9 million visitors per year. The reason the area receives so many visitors is the incredible beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains, as well as the availability of lodging and services in nearby Gatlinburg. But, don?t let the number of visitors scare you away. A cabin in Gatlinburg will give you the privacy you need for your honeymoon.

Cabins in Gatlinburg are some of the most luxurious around. For example, America?s Cabins, Inc. have honeymoon cabins available with heart-shaped jacuzzi tubs, hot tubs on outside decks overlooking spectacular mountain scenery, pool tables, washer/dryers, cable and fireplaces. They can be reached at 800-900-7717.

The benefit of staying in one of the ?Honeymoon Capitals? is that the businesses are geared to service honeymooners, and you can probably find many different honeymoon packages which can save you money. And, besides, isn?t it just cool to say you honeymooned in the ?Honeymoon Capital? of somewhere?

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How To Honeymoon - Environmentally!

Just a little bit of effort by travelers can make a huge impact on the environment. Often, it's the small things, the ones that we don't even think about ?but ones we should ?that make the biggest difference. Follow these tips for an environmentally sound honeymoon trip.

? Before your leave. Unplug your non-essential appliances, such as TVs, DVD players, microwave ovens, and computers. These modern-day necessities drain electricity even when they're not in use. Also, lower your thermostat if you're traveling during the winter and turn your hot water heater to its lowest setting.

? Conserve fuel when flying. Take-offs and landings use the most airplane fuel. Try to choose an itinerary with the fewest number of planes. If you're traveling a short distance, consider taking the train instead.

? Forget the car. Choose a centrally-located hotel and walk, rent a bike, or take public transportation to explore the city. You'll get a better feel for how the locals live and save gas also.

? Save energy at the hotel. Treat your hotel room as if it were your own home. Turn out the lights when you leave the room; turn up the air conditioning; don't let the faucet run while you brush your teeth.

? Reuse your towels. You don't wash your towels and sheets every day at home. You don't need to on vacation, either. Tell the hotel housekeeping staff that you only need the linens changed every three days or so.

? Eat Locally. Ask the restaurant wait staff to recommend dishes that are prepared with locally-grown ingredients, ones that don't have to be trucked ? or flown ? in. Drink local beer and wine, too. You'll have the added pleasure of learning about new foods and drink. Patronize sit-down restaurants rather than carry-out places that use disposable containers.

? Think before you buy. Too often those souvenirs that look fun and kitschy on vacation look junky and ridiculous when you get them home. Avoid adding to the nation's landfills by choosing your purchases carefully. Bring a canvas or mesh shopping bag for your purchases and forgo the ubiquitous plastic bags.

It is clear that the environment is going to become an even bigger issue than it is now. Honeymooners in the Alps cannot ski at the moment because there is no snow! Many resorts there are beginning to wonder what they will do in the future and whether the Alps will actually become a summer destination rather than a winter one.

This autumn in Europe is the hottest for many years. We have to care and change the way we act. The honeymoon is the start of a new life ? so why not make it the start of thinking differently, too?
Chris Morton ran hotels and restaurants for 17 years - catering for 100's of weddings. His wife Sue is a wedding planner with 10 years experience. Together they have established http://www.theweddingwizards.com to provide unbiased help for brides and grooms. email: chris@chrismorton.net.