12 dream beaches to unwind on your honeymoon

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Evelyn Carpenter

Some couples exchange their wedding rings on the beach, while others go for a marine-themed wedding decoration.

If neither of these is your case, you can always enjoy a honeymoon at a beach destination, either three hours away from where you live or across the continent. It will be the perfect scenario to wake up with a love phrase and end the day embracing while watching the sunset.

Consult your travel agency for different options according to your budget and, in the meantime, check this list that will surely inspire you.

1. Anakena Beach, insular Chile

It is the main beach of Rapa Nui and one of the many attractions that you will find in this destination; these days, one of the most demanded by newlyweds in Chile and also in the world. Its calm, warm and crystalline sea, its white sands and the so characteristic coconut palms, brought directly from Tahiti, make Anakena beach a perfect destination for couples who only want to get married.Anakena is the perfect place to relax, sunbathe and enjoy the calmness of the area, as well as to practice shore fishing, diving and kayaking, among other sports in the area. Anakena is also perfect for local gastronomy.

2. Myrtos Beach, Greece

It is located on the island of Kefalonia, hidden between two mountains that reach a height of a thousand meters, completing the landscape between cliffs and a steep slope. Myrtos is famous for its peculiar colors The turquoise blue of the sea contrasts sharply with the bright white of the sand pebbles. Not for nothing is it ranked as the best beach in Greece and ideal for enjoying a dream honeymoon.

3. Beliche Beach, Portugal

Sheltered from the north and west winds, this beach is nestled in a wide inlet between the tip of Sagres and Cape St. Vincent, in the Algarve. It is considered one of the most beautiful in the world. To access the beach, you have to go down a long stone staircase, from which you can see cliffs with their grottoes and spectacular crumbling cliffs. With golden sands and turquoise green water, Beliche is still one of the quietest beaches in the Algarve and, therefore, a perfect place to dedicate beautiful love phrases to yourself. Also, if you like kayaking, you will be able toto tour its hidden caves aboard one.

4. Conejo Beach, Italy

It is located on the island of Lampedusa, about 200 kilometers south of Sicily, in the Mediterranean Sea. It is one of the most beautiful islands in the world. a secluded unspoilt beach surrounded by beautiful cliffs With shallow transparent water, fine sand and warm temperatures, Conejo has been chosen as one of the best beaches in the world for its simply exceptional beauty and can only be reached by boat.

5. Jimbaran Beach, Bali

If you want an exotic destination to remember the first toast with your wedding glasses, you will find in Bali an excellent option. And although there are many beaches to choose from, the Jimbaran is among the most striking of the island, not only for its calm clear waters and wide range of hotels, but also because there you will find the best beaches in Bali. tourists and locals live side by side This beach is also known for the fresh fish restaurants that set up their tables on the sand every evening, impossible not to try them!

6. Beaches of Maldives Islands, Maldives

A paradise on earth is what you will find in this archipelago of 1,190 islands, of which only 203 are inhabited. Located about 600 kilometers southwest of Sri Lanka, in the Indian Ocean, this destination surprises with its crystal clear waters at 27 degrees, lush palm trees, corals and white sands worthy of the best postcard. In addition, you can stay there in exclusive underwater villas and rooms You can swim among turtles and snorkel, among other attractions.

7. Playa del Carmen, Mexico

It corresponds to a resort located along the Caribbean coast of the Riviera Maya, in the Yucatan Peninsula, where you can enjoy dream beaches. fringed with palm trees and coral reefs A destination that is also famous for its pedestrian Fifth Avenue that, parallel to the beach, extends with blocks of shops, craft stalls, restaurants and nightclubs for all tastes.

8. Beaches of Hawaii, U.S.A.

With eight main islands of volcanic origin, Hawaii emerges as the a paradise of white sandy beaches and palm trees It corresponds to an archipelago belonging to the United States, where you can find from crowded and ideal beaches for surfing on the island of Oahu and the island of Maui, to others much more solitary and wild, for example, on the island of Molokai. They also highlight the Punaluu beach, located on the island of Maui.Hawaii's Big Beach, which is jet-black sand, and Secret Beach, located on Kauai Island, which is a long trek to get there.

9. Beaches of Ilha Grande, Brazil

Located in the bay of the same name, three hours from Rio de Janeiro, in its 193 square kilometers it offers everything for a spectacular honeymoon: inlets, rivers, lagoons, waterfalls, plains, forests, mountains and more than a hundred beautiful beaches, as well as a cozy fishing village. Lopes Mendes beach is considered one of the most attractive beaches in the world. of the Brazilian coast, although others such as Aventureiro, Parnaicoca and Laguna Azul also stand out.

10. Beaches of San Andres Island, Colombia

It is immersed in among landscapes of mangroves, palm trees, coral reefs and seagrass meadows. It is famous for its dreamy beaches with white sands and waters that vary from deep blue to light blue, turquoise and green, hence its nickname "Sea of Seven Colors". Among its best beaches are Sardine Bay, which is an urban beach where most of the tourism is concentrated; San Luis beach, which is much more unspoiled and quiet; and the paradisiacal Johnny Cay.

11. Varadero Beach, Cuba

Also called Playa Azul, it is one of the most famous beaches in Varadero, a seaside resort town where the best beaches of the Caribbean island are located here. With warm turquoise waters, white sands, cliffs and natural lagoons, Varadero beach becomes a dream place to celebrate your golden ring posture, a jewel where you can also practice water sports, parachuting, biking and even horseback riding along the beach itself.

12. Whitehaven Beach, Australia

Located on the island of Whitsunday, is ranked as one of the most spectacular beaches in Oceania. Famous for its fine ultra-white sand that does not burn and for its transparent waters Whitehaven Beach offers various activities to enjoy an idyllic honeymoon, such as camping on the beach, taking a catamaran excursion or discovering its impressive marine life while snorkeling. 7 kilometers of beach, which also stands out among the most eco-friendly beaches on the planet, that is, a beach where nature is preserved in its purest state, and where you can enjoy the most beautiful beaches in the world.For example, smoking and pets are not allowed.

If you're imagining the swimsuit as much as the wedding dress, then you're on the right track, and you won't find a better destination than the beach to enjoy your honeymoon and continue building beautiful memories, just like the day the engagement ring arrived by surprise!

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Evelyn Carpenter is the author of the best-selling book, All you need for your marriage. A Marriage guide. She has been married for over 25 years and has helped countless couples build successful marriages. Evelyn is a sought after speaker and relationship expert, and has been featured in various media outlets including Fox News, Huffington Post, and more.