Thursday 12 January 2017

10 Places In Andaman And Nicobar Islands That You Must Visit On Your Honeymoon


Andaman and Nicobar is a great place for the couples to spend time on the most romantic getaway of their life, i.e., the honeymoon. Blessed with lush greenery, immaculate beaches, and unusual marine life, it has everything needed to enjoy a blissful vacation with your spouse. And if you do your homework right, knowing about the places to visit beforehand, will let you have the best time of your life without spending a fortune.
Here are some of the places that you must include in your itinerary when visiting these beautiful islands:

#1. Neil Island



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Located around 40 kms to the south of the Andaman Islands, Neil Island is one of the hottest tourist spots of this place. The beautiful island is rich in biodiversity with enchanting tropical forests, sparkling sandy beaches, and unexplored coral reef. Travel to this dreamland using the boat service available from Port Blair, and soak in the serenity of this place. Indulge in water sports like scuba diving and snorkeling at the Laxmanpur, Sitapur and Bharatpur beaches.

#2. Campbell Bay

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Located in the island of Great Nicobar, Campbell Bay is yet another place to get romantic in the most natural setting. It can be reached by helicopter from Port Blair. However, using the sea route is more economical. The main attraction here is the Campbell Bay National Park. It has lush greenery with tropical evergreen forest having orchids and tree ferns. The animal attractions include crab-eating macaque, megapode, giant robber crab, and Nicobar pigeon.
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#3. Little Andaman Island



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Another mesmerising island in the Andamans is the little Andaman Island. Couples can indulge in elephant safari, go for an exciting trek, or enjoy water surfing and boating. There are two gurgling waterfalls here, i.e., the White Surf Waterfall, and the Whisper Wave Waterfall, that every couple must enjoy. You can also enjoy soaking up the sun with your partner, at the serene and beautiful Butler Bay or Harminder Bay.

#4. Cinque Island

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Cinque Island is a mesmerising place with its unusual coral and marine life. Divided in north and south Cinque, this striking island is connected with the sand bar. Honeymoon couples can either visit the beautiful coral gardens here, or merely relax and unwind on the powdery sandy beach. There is no human habitation here, which makes it a perfect destination for those looking for some moments of privacy in the surroundings of nature.

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#5. Barren Island

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Barren Island boasts of having the only confirmed active volcano in South Asia. The island has to be visited by chartering seaplanes or boats with prior permission from the Forest Department. As the name suggests, the place is not inhabited by humans. However, you can find goats, bats, birds and a few species of rats.

#6. Diglipur

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Diglipur is a must visit for anyone holidaying in the Andaman. Enroll for an exciting trek to the Saddle Peak- the highest point of the archipelago, walk through the evergreen forest, or unwind on Lamiya Bay or Ram Nagar Beach. Other places to visit are the Alfred Caves, and the Ross and Smith Island.

#7. Mayabunder

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Known for its panoramic vistas, mangroves creeks, and mesmerising beaches, Mayabunder is on the top of the list of all honeymooners visiting Andaman. Have special time with your sweetheart at the Karmatang beach, a picturesque place with sparkling clean water, soft sand, and peaceful ambience.

#8. Rangat

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Breathe in the unpolluted, fresh air at Rangat, and fill your heart with romance at its beautiful beaches. The main attractions- Amkunj Beach and Curtbert Bay beach, will win your heart with their powdery sands and placid waters.
Also Read: Most Exciting Reasons To Choose Bali For Your Honeymoon

#9. Baratang Island

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The couples love to explore unique limestone caves at the Baratang Island. This place is also famous for its enchanting mud-volcanos, mangrove creeks, and serene beaches. Do visit the nearby Parrot Island at sunset, where hordes of parrots flock together giving the couple a memorable experience for a lifetime.

#10. Long island

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Long island is perfect for a romantic getaway, especially on its exquisite beach at Lalaji Bay. Spend the most romantic time with your spouse in the unpolluted surroundings of this island. You can go for dolphin spotting in the beach or trekking in the dense forest. The island is well connected by Port Blair though boats.
Now, you are aware of the fact that the Andaman Islands are blessed with the natural beauty in abundance. So, make sure you spend the most memorable time of your life with your partner, at one of the hottest honeymoon destinations of the country, i.e., the Andaman Islands. 
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7 Most Romantic Reasons To Visit Malaysia For Your Honeymoon


Planning the honeymoon is never an easy task. The honeymooners, of course look for a destination that offers them a great environment to relax and enjoy each other’s company. But at the same time, many of them also look for the place that gives them the opportunity to indulge in some adventurous activities.
For all those couples who are looking for such combination of adventure as well as serenity, Malaysia is just the right destination for you. One of the most luxurious and pleasant honeymoon destinations in Asia, Malaysia has got numerous romantic beaches. So, here are some of the exciting reasons for all adventure lovers to choose Malaysia as their honeymoon destination.

#1. Sabah

It is the second largest state in Malaysia. Also knows as the ‘land below the wind’, Sabah is located along the beautiful coastline of Borneo Island, in eastern Malaysia. It is the best place for couples who love the combination of beach with adventure sports amidst a beautiful landscape.

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Here is a list of activities you can indulge in along with your partner while you are at Sabah:
  • Jungle Trekking: Get an adventurous and thrilling experience while exploring the exotic flora and fauna of the rainforest of Sabah. You will get to see a vast variety of flora, from wild orchids to the pitcher plants that swallow the insects and flies. And not to miss the largest flower in the world- rafflesia.

Largest flower in the world, Rafflesia
  • Coral Flyer: All the adventure lovers cannot afford to miss this. It is a zipline ride across the gorgeous Tunku Abdul Rahman Park. Enjoy the amazing view while you take the world’s longest island-to-island zipline. Take a look at the image below and you can you imagine the excitement that this activity actually offers.
  • White Water Rafting: There are two words that define rafting in Sabah- rapid and white. While rapid obviously means the roiled area of the river, white implies the bubbly and frothy water created by the river due to turbulence. The rapids in the river are divided in six categories starting from one, where one means smooth water with no turbulence, and six is meant only for the experts.
  • Diving: The amazing bio-diversity of Sabah offers divers a great experience underwater. You will get to see everything from the blue waters and coral reefs to some rare sea creatures, like napolean wrasse, giant clams, green and hawksbill turtles, etc.

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#2. Selangor

Not only is it one of the most developed states in the country, Selangor is also filled with options that can delight restless travellers anywhere. The famous tourism attractions in this place include the religious Hindu cave and shrine at the Batu Caves, I-City in the capital of Selangor- Shah Alam, the National Zoo of Malaysia, a theme park named Sunway Lagoon, and many more.

Batu Caves

I-City


National Zoo of Malaysia

Sunway Lagoon
Those having interest in racing can also drop in at Sepang International Circuit, which is the venue for various Malaysian racing events.
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#3. Langkawi

Add a dash of beach romance to your honeymoon by staying at Langkawi and enjoying the beauty of sun setting over the crytal clear waters. This is a place to give a break to your adventure spree and just relax with your partner.
The popular tourist attractions in Langkawi include Telaga Tujuh (the seven wells), the Beach of Black Sand, and the Field of Burnt Rice.
Also, do not miss the boat tours to Gua Langsir (Curtain Cave), Tasik Dayang Bunting (Lake of the Pregnant Maiden), and Gua Cerita (Cave of Stories).

#4. Tioman Island

A remote island located near the Singapore border, Tioman is an excellent destination for couples looking for some privacy and seclusion. There are excellent diving spots available as well. You can take a speed boat to move around the island or opt for a hike through the jungle.
The clear and warm waters and a vast sea life, offers the scuba divers and snorkelers a great opportunity to get close to nature. The peaceful and serene beaches are just perfect to spend a leisurely time with your partner.

#5. Cameron Highlands

After you have sweated it out in the tropical climate of the rest of the country, head over to the Cameron Highlands for slightly cooler environment.

The beautiful landscape consists of tea plantations and lush forests, which will tempt you to take any of the trekking trails to explore further. Visiting strawberry farms, flower greenhouses and butterfly gardens is a must when you are in the Cameron Highlands.
Must Read: 7 Most Thrilling Honeymoon Destinations for Adventure Lovers

#6. Pulau Perhentian

A great place for the honeymooners, Pulau Perhentian is certainly one place you should not miss if you go to Malaysia with your partner for a romantic holiday. The name of this place means ‘stopover island’.
To enjoy a cosy time with your partner, you have a beautiful setup of powdery white beaches, windswept palms, and sapphire blue water all around you. And if you are looking for some action in this place, then enjoy the activities like windsurfing, sailing, canoeing and deep-sea fishing.

#7. Taman Negara

One of the oldest tropical rainforests of the world is located in Taman Negara. You can explore and understand the wildlife closely through ‘observation hides’. There are huts built high above the ground level, where you can stay overnight and observe the behaviour of animals in their natural habitat.
Some other activities that you can get involved into are the river cruises and canopy walk. There is something very majestic about the landscape when viewed from the canopy walkway built in the trees.
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