Get Whisked Away on the Perfect Honeymoon in Africa
Botswana, Seychelles and Morocco make for the perfect place to enjoy a romantic honeymoon in Africa. Here's why...
Get Whisked Away on the Perfect Honeymoon in Africa
Posted by Guest Blogger on 17 Jan 2012, 09:12
Categories: Travel News
Africa is the perfect location for a honeymoon. The continent's 53 nations are wildly diverse but each offers a unique opportunity for adventure. Botswana is ideal for honeymooners hoping to experience exotic wildlife; the Seychelles is perfect for those wishing to unwind on white sandy beaches, and Morocco is an ideal location for newlyweds to experience cities full of culture and history and family holiday parks.
Honeymoon in Botswana
Adventurous animal lovers can spend their honeymoon in Botswana observing wildlife up close in this southern African nation. One-fifth of the country is protected wildlife reservations, home to crocodiles, elephants, wild dogs, antelope, lions, hippos, cheetahs and hundreds of bird species. Honeymoon safaris led by local guides are the best and safest way to view these exotic creatures. These tours are available in Botswana's most impressive wildlife parks, including Chobe National Park, Makgadikgadi Pans National Park, Gemsbok National Park, Nxai Pan National Park and Mokolodi Nature Reserve.
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Honeymoon in the Seychelles
This group of 115 islands off the continent's eastern coast beckons honeymooners with secluded white sandy beaches, azure waters and luxurious resorts. One could easily spend the entire trip lounging on the beach, but these islands offer much more than that. The Vallee de Mai National Park is home to one of the world's greatest collections of exotic plants, and scuba divers can explore the world's largest coral atoll for 22 miles in Aldabra. The Indian Ocean can also be explored by yacht, catamaran or sailboat. Recreational activities like golf, badminton, biking, tennis, hiking and horseback riding will keep you and your love busy under the clear blue skies, on that dream honeymoon in the Seychelles.
Stunning sunsets provide a romantic backdrop for picnic dinners on the beach. Traditional Seychelles cuisine is an exotic mixture of Indian and Creole tastes, utilising fresh seafood, curries and coconuts in many dishes. Follow your dinner with a refreshing local beer or a cocktail at one of the islands' many nightclubs. Sipping a Takamaka Rum under the stars, with your love, is the traditional way to end the day on these romantic islands; an ideal spot for a honeymoon in Africa.
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Honeymoon in Morocco
Sweep your love away to an enchanted land of ancient winding streets, bustling markets, tantalising smells, colorful mosques and friendly people. Morocco is an enchanting and captivating honeymoon destination for couples hoping to escape, indulge and explore.
The city of Marrakesh stimulates all the senses at every turn. Your eyes will be drawn to minarets reaching toward the sky, while hearing the sounds of a snake charmer's flute, the calls of potion-sellers, and castanets clanging throughout the streets. Take a break from the exhilarating chaos of the streets to explore the Majorelle Gardens, featuring flora and fauna from around the world. A visit to the El Bahia and El Badi Palaces will take you back to 19th century Morocco with their decadent gardens and peaceful squares.
Spend your nights at Djemaa El-Fna, the city's square. As the sun goes down, the area fills with dancers, musicians and storytellers that will captivate your imagination. Here, the sounds of pulsing drum beats and clapping hands are accompanied by the smells of tajine, offal, roasted almonds and spiced lamb emanating from nearby street vendors. A honeymoon in Morocco is worth the indulgence.
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