Did you promise your new bride a romantic foreign honeymoon and are now worrying about how to fit it into your budget? We are here to ease your worries. Here are some options for affordable honeymoon destinations abroad that you can explore.

1. Hoi An, Vietnam

A small town at the mouth of a river, Hoi An is idyllic and ideal for a cozy honeymoon. An ancient trading port on the coast of Vietnam, Hoi An has been well preserved and beautified for tourists. Time is laid back in Hoi An, you and your sweetheart can stroll down the street decorated with fairy lamps; or you can take a relaxed boat ride down the river. You can also take a short drive down to the white sand beach and soak in the sun. Hoi An is a shopper’s paradise, with beautiful wood-carved decorative pieces, curios, clothes and shoes on offer. There are many experienced tailors available who can make you dresses on order – so get any fancy dress copied for yourself. Hoi An is a place where you can have a good time on a budget.

2. Mauritius

Golden sands and warm waters – Mauritius in the Indian Ocean is a honeymooner’s paradise, available at various monetary fits for various kinds of pockets! If you want to relax on the soft sands or indulge in water sports like water-skiing, diving, sailing and dolphin watching with your partner, Mauritius is the place to visit. Opportunities for hiking and trekking are also available here. A trek down the black River George National Park would take one through the cool forests of Mauritius housing exotic flowers and birds. Food is also great on this island and there is something to please every palate. You can choose to grab grub on the go or get pampered in a fine dining restaurant. Mauritius also has open markets for shop-o-holics where one can buy locally made articles of interest. And there is the Grand baie - here you can chill at one of the numerous pubs with rock bands and international DJs.

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3. Bangkok

Bangkok is an affordable holiday destination and it is an interesting place – a good honeymoon destination for those who like lots to see. Start with the Buddha temples. There is the Wat Pho where one can see the resplendent reclining Buddha and the Wat Arun or the temple of the Dawn. Then there are romantic boat rides up the river – a full day’s ride will take you to the more rustic parts of Bangkok, which are beautiful. When you are hungry, find an interesting variety of street food ranging from hot dogs to local spicy food of grilled meats and sticky rice. Bangkok offers a variety of entertainment options to its visitors – get immersed in a local dance drama performance or hop over to one of the night clubs for a rock-n-roll time! Shopping is also attractive in Bangkok. Take your newlywed shopping for jewelry, clothes, bags, watches and many more things.

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4. Nepal

Most Indians visit Nepal at some point of time or another. Just across the border, Nepal is an affordable destination for all. From old temples to modern casinos, lakes, mountains and palaces - Nepal has it all. Katmandu, the capital, is one of the oldest cities of the world, where you can walk hand-in-hand down the medieval roads and enjoy the historicity of the pagoda style temples, old monuments and monasteries. The nature lovers can take a trip down to Pokhara to see the majestic mountains and ancient lakes. If you are the adventurous kind, take a trek down the ‘Annapurna’ route and enjoy the fresh air, flora and fauna. Gautama Buddha was born in Lumbini, Nepal. Visit his birthplace with your sweet heart and get the inherent blessings of the Buddha – this is a world heritage site and a ‘must visit’ place. Nepal promises a great time to its visitors.

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5. Dubai

Another affordable, exciting travel destination is Dubai. Take your new spouse to Dubai for an exciting honeymoon. Lots of good food, budget shopping, desert sports, water parks, etc. are offerings with which Dubai attracts its visitors. Want fun time with the dolphins – visit Dolphin Bay and choose from a variety of options for interacting with the playful dolphins, ranging from opportunities for expert swimmers and non-swimmers. In the evenings stroll down the spick and span walk ways and enjoy the fantastic fountains dancing to music. Try some sensuous belly dancing moves or go for a theatre show. You will not have one boring moment in Dubai where you can make your honeymoon truly memorable.

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6. Macau

This ex-Portuguese colony is a destination for budget trips and expensive ones too – as suited to the traveller. Delicious street food and budget hotels make up for a lot of savings. The best time to travel to Macau is spring or autumn or even winter for that matter. The weather is equitable at these times and there is lots to do. Known as the ‘Las Vegas of the East’, Macau is dotted with bars and casinos where you can try your luck; or you and your partner can indulge in shopping and good food; try the trilling rides or watch the magnificent skyscrapers. Macau has a perfect blend of Chinese and Portuguese cultures, interesting historical places and old relics to visit.

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7. Sri Lanka

A teardrop of the Indian sub-continent - that is Sri Lanka. A majestic place to visit with its beautiful beaches, ancient temples and legends of the great mythological king Ravana, Sri Lanka lures the tourist to its shores. A stone’s throw away from Inidia, it is easily accessible and affordable to most Indian tourists. You could plan your honeymoon to Sri Lanka and enjoy the golden beaches cradled by the gentle waves of the Indian Ocean. Some places of interest are Colombo, Jaffna, Trincomalee, Anuradhapura, the cave temple of Dambulla, etc. Sri Lanka offers you a mix of old new worlds – a charming place where colorfully clad people welcome you. Make your honeymoon memorable at Sri Lanka.

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Go on and plan a perfect honeymoon for you and your spouse and make awesome memories…..

Anjali Nayyar

Anjali loves to read, philosophize, travel and spend time with her family. With a Masters in Sociology, Anjali ended up as a writer instead of a sociologist. She believes that writing is a channel through which one can express one's innermost self and express one's uniqueness, the gift of life, for all to savor.