5 Winter Honeymoon Destinations 2009-2010

Winter honeymoon choices often come down to a decision between tropical sun or powdery snow. If you are planning a winter 2009-2010 honeymoon, one of these 5 destinations is sure to be right for you.

Hawaii. Hawaii is a classic honeymoon destination any time of the year. It is an especially good choice now, when the recession has brought prices down on travel packages to the islands. The advantages of Hawaii as a winter honeymoon destination are well known: the 50^th state is truly an exotic tropical paradise with luxury hotels and resorts, beautiful beaches, spectacular scenery, balmy temperatures and water and land activities, but you won't have to worry about dealing with passports, customs inspectors, currency exchange, or a foreign language when you go there. Check out travel packages to Hawaii at http://www.hawaiivisitorcenter.com/ .

Cruise. If you want to visit the Caribbean on your winter honeymoon, but can't decide which island to choose, why not go on a cruise and see multiple locales. Cruises offer a combination of convenience, fun, variety, excitement, economy and, of course, plenty of food. There are great deals available on spectacular cruise ships with all the latest amenities. Talk to a travel agent about your options or visit http://www.cruisedeals.com/ to view some of the cruise packages currently available.

Aspen. If you and your fiancé are skiing or snow boarding enthusiasts, a honeymoon at a ski resort in Aspen could be the perfect choice for your winter 2009/2010 honeymoon. Aspen is known not just for its pristine slopes but also for its cultural events, festivals and sports competitions. For example, if you go to Aspen in late January 2010, you can enjoy the excitement of the ESPN X games at Buttermilk Mountain as well as showing off your own moves on the slopes. In addition, every Friday from January through March you can gasp and gape at awe-inspiring jumps and stunts at Snowmass. For more information about arranging a winter honeymoon in Aspen contact your travel agent or check out the many deals available on the Internet.

Aruba. Aruba has a little bit of everything for all tastes: beautiful white sand beaches and sparkling turquoise water; scads of outdoor activities (including snorkeling, scuba diving, wind surfing, golf, tennis, hiking and horseback riding); and plenty of night life (including casinos and Las Vegas-style shows). And, of course, it has luxury resorts and rentals if you just want to relax and enjoy each other's company. Check out websites on the Internet such as http://www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g147247-Aruba-Vacations.html to learn more about travel packages to Aruba.

The Alps. If your budget allows, a winter honeymoon in the Alps can be a romantic and exciting adventure that you will cherish for the rest of your life. If you prefer an intimate getaway, you can settle into a Swiss chalet and enjoy days on the slopes and relaxing nights around the fire. On the other hand, if you want to keep on the move, you can plan a travel itinerary that allows you to appreciate the diversity of the Alps region (which includes parts of five countries, Switzerland, France, Italy, Austria and Slovenia) as you visit quaint, old-country villages and modern cities with night clubs and casinos; climb mountains, ski, snow board and ice skate; eat at top-rated restaurants or cozy bistros; and shop in designer boutiques.

Sources:

Erica Bulman, www.usatoday.com, Ski Europe: The best of the Alps/USATODAY.com

www.aspen.world-guides.com, Aspen Events, Festivals in Winter 2009/2010