The next great honeymoon destinations

If you are like most couples, you probably have done the all-inclusive resort beach thing already. It has its place, but at Travel My Way, we have lots of other ideas for your honeymoon as well! Why not consider some of these hot new honeymoon destinations.

Croatia: The

Other Mediterranean

Created when Yugoslavia broke into six different countries in the early 1990s, Croatia may not seem the most obvious choice for a Mediterranean honeymoon, but its prime spot along the deeply indented Adriatic gives it a longer Mediterranean shoreline than France and more offshore islands than either Italy or Spain.

Much of the coast remains refreshingly undeveloped, making the country an affordable and almost totally unspoiled alternative to the Greek isles or the French Riviera. This is the Mediterranean you've always dreamed about: ancient stone houses framed by vineyards and olive trees, unpretentious waterfront cafes where tourists can mingle with local fishermen and seawater so clear you hardly need a mask and snorkel.

Panama: Eco-Adventure

This narrow isthmus wedged between Costa Rica and Colombia is famous for its canal, but there are other attractions like acres of tropical rain forest, two undeveloped coastlines and countless offshore islands, most of them uninhabited. Nature lovers know Panama as one of the best birding and fishing spots on the globe, and eco-adventurists come for jungle trekking, river rafting and scuba diving.

Five years ago, Costa Rica was the hottest destination in Central America. But as it began to reach its tourism peak, independentminded travelers looked farther south. Panama has the tropical climate and natural beauty of Costa Rica, but it also has something else important: infrastructure. The highways are great, electricity is steady, the government is stable, and thanks to prolonged American presence during the canal days, many people speak English.

The Grenadines:

The Secret Caribbean

The Grenadines are a string of 31 gorgeous islands that float between Grenada and St. Vincent. Long known to sailors, the Pirates of the Caribbean flicks have finally exposed this paradise to the world!

There aren't many places left in the Caribbean where you can find yourself alone on a spectacular white-sand beach; where you're the only one floating in the teal-colored pool at the bottom of a waterfall. Not that the Grenadines are in any hurry to change, but a place this special can't stay undiscovered for long.

Extraordinary quiet - almost to the point that you might crave a bit more action, the islanders rank as the most hospitable you will come across anywhere in the Caribbean. And you can still find some pretty good value for the money. That's not to say the Grenadines are cheap, but there are islands like Bequia and Union, that won't bust your budget.

The Maldives:

Indian Ocean Exotica

If you are looking for the most exotic beach destination you can find, move over Tahiti! Imagine India meets the South Pacific, curry and coconut palms, silk saris and secluded beaches.

Many of the resorts are nothing short of gorgeous, with over-water bungalows that rival those in Tahiti and thatched-roof villas arrayed along glimmering white sand. The food is awesome, especially if you like tropical fruit, fresh-off-the-boat ahi tuna or anything that goes with sambol and chutney.

Mayan Riviera:

Boutique Paradise

If you want to stay closer to home, we have a list of beautiful and exclusive boutique hotel resorts scattered down the Caribbean coast. With room numbers under 20, these properties offer uncrowded beaches, excellent food, designer rooms and personal service. A stay at any of these properties will provide memories to last a lifetime!

Intrigued? Make your honeymoon a trip of lifetime! Call Travel My Way at 905-857-1556.