An Essex Wedding - May/Jun 2019 (Issue 86)

MANY HAPPY RETURNS A luxury resort in Indonesia is offering honeymooners the perfect anniversary gift – a complimentary five-night return visit every seven years! Situated just an hour’s flight away from Bali, Nihi Sumba boasts pristine beaches and tropical scenery – perfect for those seeking an off-the-grid getaway. Couples can unwind with yoga lessons on Rice Island or a picnic at a local waterfall, while more active pursuits include horse riding along the beach or paddle boarding through the rivers of nearby villages. For more information about Nihi Sumba’s new ‘Nihi Forever’ package, visit nihi.com STAY HERE … The View is an ultra-spacious one-bedroom villa that offers honeymooners an infinity pool, private cinema, sunken dining area and spectacular views of the Andaman Sea. As with all villas at Six Senses Yao Noi in Thailand, it comes with its own dedicated Guest Experience Manager on hand 24-hours a day to ensure that couples make the most of their time at the resort. In addition, dining goes beyond the ordinary with lunches served from a floating tray in the pool, while barbecue dinners can be cooked on site by a private chef. Find out more at sixsenses.com Sail into the sunset For a honeymoon trip with a difference, why not hire a boat to sail around the Greek islands, Croatia, the French Riviera or Italy? From island- hopping to discovering remote coves, the possibilities are endless. You’ll avoid the crowds of tourists and will get to spend some quality time with your loved one. Don’t know how to sail? Then simply choose to have a licensed captain onboard who can suggest the perfect on-board itinerary. Find out more at clickandboat.com/uk – a yacht charter firm that has around 30,000 boats at its fingertips. WHERE TO HONEYMOON IN 2019 Kuoni’s latest travel report has unveiled the top 10 holiday destinations for this year, revealing luxury beach breaks, escorted tours and stay and cruise are all in demand. The Maldives remains top of the list of best-selling destinations, with an array of new resorts in the pipeline for the year ahead, just pipping Sri Lanka to pole position. Italy is the only European destination to make the top 10, with bookings driven by honeymoons, destination weddings and luxury stays. The top three performing areas are Sorrento and the Amalfi Coast, Lake Garda and Sardinia. Find out more at kuoni.co.uk KUONI’S TOP DESTINATIONS FOR 2019 1. The Maldives 2. Sri Lanka 3. Thailand 4. Mauritius 5. USA 6. Indonesia (Bali) 7. Italy 8. India 9. Vietnam 10. South Africa 121 HONEYMOON NEWS