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    Date of publication 18/06/2017

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    Ten honeymoon destinations for 10 types of couples

    Trends and lifestyle: everything about ten Destinations of Moon of Honey for Ten Types of Parejas.

    Honeymooners look for that special place to create life-long memories after tying the knot. But when it comes to destinations, not everyone is on the same page. For each type of couple, there is a locale to suit their distinguishing tastes. Here are some destinations that fit 10 different types of couples, each with something special to offer newlyweds.

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    Aruba for couples who want guaranteed good weather

    Some couples would rather leave nothing to chance, including the weather, and Aruba is a safe bet. Located outside the Caribbean hurricane belt, the island enjoys sunshine almost 365 days a year, steady breezes, and a sea so turquoise it hardly seems real. Eagle Beach, with its white sand and iconic divi-divi trees bent by the wind, is considered one of the world's best beaches for couples to lose track of time at sunset. Aruba is also made for those seeking adults-only tranquility: JOIA Aruba, overlooking Eagle Beach, is an adults-only hotel for couples dreaming of a honeymoon filled with sunshine and uninterrupted peace.

    <h2>The outdoorsy couple: Yucatan Peninsula &nbsp;</h2> <p>While there are plenty of ways to see the land of the Mayans without much walking, many couples come to the Riviera Maya and Nayarit to <strong>experience nature first-hand.</strong> The sublime coastline, with its picture perfect beaches and relaxed tropical atmosphere mix well with no nonsense, rugged out-door experiences. For nature-loving sweethearts, the choices abound. <strong>There is seemingly unlimited hiking amongst ancient pyramids, jungle canopy zip lines, whale watching trips, </strong>romantic sailing excursions, scuba diving and snorkeling, surfing, kite surfing and paddle boarding.</p> <p>SHAWN MOKSVOLD 18/06/2017</p>

    Yucatán Peninsula for nature lovers

    Although there are plenty of ways to explore the land of the Maya without venturing far on foot, many couples come to the Riviera Maya to experience nature firsthand. The beautiful coastline, with its picture-perfect beaches and laid-back tropical atmosphere, pairs naturally with active outdoor experiences. Nature-loving couples have plenty to choose from. There are seemingly endless hikes among ancient pyramids, jungle zip lines, whale-watching trips, romantic sailing excursions, scuba diving and snorkeling, surfing, kitesurfing, and paddleboarding. Between the jungle and the sea, JOIA Paraíso is a honeymoon hotel in the Riviera Maya, perfect for unwinding by the pool after an adventure-filled day. And when it is time for a couple of days of pure relaxation, discover our hotels in the Riviera Maya!

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    Jamaica for couples who love rhythm

    The birthplace of reggae has music in its soul, from the sounds spilling out of street sound systems to the echo of Bob Marley in bars across Montego Bay. Couples who believe love is something you can dance to will find waterfalls to climb at Dunn's River, colorful craft markets, and an energy that gets you moving to the beat from the very first night. For those looking for a honeymoon hotel with plenty of island spirit without giving up luxury, JOIA Rose Hall by Iberostar in Montego Bay provides the perfect soundtrack for starting married life to a rhythm all your own.

    <h2>The beach addicts: &nbsp;Dominican Republic&nbsp;</h2> <p>Couples that gravitate to the coasts at the first opportunity will find almost <strong>800 miles of world-renowned sandy paradise</strong> in the Dominican Republic. In <strong>Punta Cana and Puerto Plata, </strong>some of the most famous Caribbean sunsets and warm ocean breezes complement romantic moments in manicured resort areas with lush <strong>tropical vegetation</strong> and plenty of celebratory cocktails to mark the occasion of a new marriage. In <a href="https://www.iberostar.com/en/hotels/bayahibe/iberostar-hacienda-dominicus" target="_blank"><strong>Bayahibe</strong></a>, honeymooners find a quieter,<strong> quaint beach paradise.</strong></p> <p>SHAWN MOKSVOLD 18/06/2017</p>

    Dominican Republic for beach lovers

    Couples who head for the coast whenever they get the chance will find nearly 800 miles of world-famous sandy shores in the Dominican Republic. In Punta Cana and Puerto Plata, some of the Caribbean's most celebrated sunsets and warm ocean breezes set the scene for romantic moments in resort areas surrounded by lush tropical greenery, with plenty of festive cocktails for raising a glass to married life. In Punta Cana, JOIA Bávaro is a beachfront honeymoon hotel with the Caribbean right at your feet. In Bayahibe, newlyweds will find a quieter, more picturesque beach retreat.

    <h2>The eco-tourists: The Amazon&nbsp;</h2> <p>The government of Brazil has put considerable effort into protecting the largest rainforest on earth. <strong>The Amazon covers around 2.6 million square miles, around 44% of which is protected.</strong> After years of devastating deforestation and slash and burn, the attitude seems to have seen a sea change. Tour operators cater to<strong> eco-tourists who care about conservation issues,</strong> as well as those freshly hitched couples that want the romance of sailing down the Amazon River amongst pink dolphins, jaguars and the wild sounds of the jungle.</p> <p>SHAWN MOKSVOLD 18/06/2017</p>

    The Amazon for ecotourists

    Brazil's government has made considerable efforts to protect the largest rainforest on Earth. The Amazon covers around 2.6 million square miles, approximately 44% of which is protected. After years of devastating deforestation and slash-and-burn practices, attitudes appear to have shifted significantly. Tour operators cater to ecotourists who care about conservation, as well as newlywed couples drawn to the romance of sailing along the Amazon River among pink river dolphins, jaguars, and the untamed sounds of the rainforest. In Manaus, Amazon Grand Expedition is designed for couples dreaming of a honeymoon between the rainforest and the world's largest river by volume.

    <h2>The partiers: The Balearic Islands&nbsp;</h2> <p>If your idea of celebrating the love of your life includes being surrounded by revelers under the Mediterranean sun, <strong>Ibiza is still one of the world epicenters of summer carousing.</strong> <strong>Majorca&rsquo;s seaside clubs and bars are second-to-none, and Ranging from all-out hedonistic dance parties that last weekends,</strong> to beachside gatherings set to the latest in ambient electronic and tiki torches, the islands maintain a well-earned reputation, yet with a sense of style and restraint that also lets couples enjoy each other&rsquo;s company away from the hustle-bustle.</p> <p>SHAWN MOKSVOLD 18/06/2017</p>

    Balearic Islands for party lovers

    If celebrating the love of your life means being surrounded by fellow revelers under the Mediterranean sun, Ibiza remains one of the world's great summer party capitals. Mallorca's coastal clubs and bars are hard to beat, ranging from hedonistic dance parties that last entire weekends to laid-back seaside gatherings set to the latest ambient electronic music and the flicker of candlelight.

    When it is time to recharge between nights out, Mallorca also has plenty to offer newlyweds. Iberostar Waves Bahía de Palma is a hotel with a beachfront pool, ideal for couples who want both the beach and the nightlife. On the east coast, Iberostar Waves Cala Millor is an adults-only hotel made for slowing down after a night of dancing. And for couples who prefer a more intimate base, Iberostar Selection Jardín del Sol Suites is a hotel for couples in the heart of Mallorca. The islands have earned their reputation, but there is enough style and restraint here for couples to enjoy time together away from the crowds as well.

    Tenerife for couples in search of eternal spring

    The weather in the Canary Islands changes very little from one season to the next, earning them the nickname "the land of eternal spring." Tenerife brings volcanic-sand beaches, trails leading up Mount Teide, and charming towns where time seems to slow down into a single destination, making it a versatile choice for newlyweds who do not want to choose between nature and relaxing by the sea. In the south of the island, JOIA El Mirador and JOIA Salomé are two hotels with pools designed exclusively for adults, while couples seeking a more intimate Tenerife getaway will find Iberostar Selection Sábila an inviting place to spend their honeymoon overlooking the Atlantic.

    Ibiza for couples seeking magic and calm

    Beyond its reputation for nightlife, Ibiza has a much quieter side: sunsets that seem to stop time at Cala Comte, hippie markets with an unmistakably bohemian feel, and an energy many describe as almost spiritual. It is an ideal destination for couples who want to celebrate their love at an easier pace, with sunrise yoga and dinners overlooking the sea. In Santa Eulalia, one of the island's most authentic corners, Iberostar Selection Santa Eulalia Ibiza is a beachfront hotel for newlyweds looking to truly switch off while still enjoying the cosmopolitan side that makes Ibiza such a distinctive honeymoon destination.

    <h2>The glamorous jet set: Marrakech, Morocco&nbsp;</h2> <p>Morocco has long been enticing romantic travelers and celebrities with the <strong>haunting sounds of the muezzin and its hopping markets and French colonial fascination.</strong> Well accustomed to catering to diverse international tastes, the locals know that it&rsquo;s their own culture and fare that is the essence of the appeal, with their bustling markets filled with fabrics, spices, North African textiles and artisan goods.<strong> Glamorous couples easily find their niche pacing the paths of the garden haunt of Yves Saint-Laurent,</strong> or rubbing elbows with the glitterati at posh poolside bars.</p> <p>SHAWN MOKSVOLD 18/06/2017</p>

    Marrakech for the glamorous jet set

    Morocco has long drawn romantic travelers and celebrities with its stirring call to prayer, bustling markets, and traces of its French colonial past. Accustomed to welcoming visitors from around the world, locals know that the city's own culture and traditions are at the heart of its appeal, with markets filled with fabrics, spices, North African textiles, and handcrafted goods. Glamorous couples will have no trouble finding their scene, whether strolling through the garden once frequented by Yves Saint Laurent or mingling with the jet set at luxury poolside bars. Iberostar Waves Club Palmeraie Marrakech is a hotel with a pool in the city's palm-filled oasis, ideal for couples who want to spend their honeymoon surrounded by the glamour of Marrakech.

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