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New adults-only cruise vessel from Blue Lagoon Cruises offers new honeymoon options in Fiji
Fiji’s idyllic island setting, pristine beaches, thriving ocean habitats, lush rainforest, traditional community life and warm Bula welcome has long-established it as the perfect destination for UK honeymooners seeking crystal clear waters and peaceful relaxation alongside activities and soft adventure.
In addition to a stay in one of Fiji’s elegant resorts, options for a multi-stay honeymoon will increase this April with the launch of a new small ship vessel from Blue Lagoon Cruises, the MV. Yasawa Princess II, operating a 4-night adults-only in Fiji’s stunning Yasawa Islands. In recent years, demand for Blue Lagoon’s cruises has often exceeded availability so, in good news for honeymooners, the new 44 person capacity ship will launch this spring and operate alongside the MV. Fiji Princess, enabling more guests to enjoy these intimate cruises.
Like its sister ship, the MV Yasawa Princess II is a catamaran with a shallow draft, allowing guests to access areas within the islands not possible on larger ships, including the famed experience of tying up to a coconut tree on Blue Lagoon Cruises’ private beach, and swimming directly to shore.
Blending modern innovation with nods to the brand’s 75-year heritage, and with an all-Fijian crew, the ship will offer an upper deck dedicated to dining, lounge seating and a fully serviced bar. The sun deck is perfect for enjoying sunsets over happy hour and hydraulic platform provides effortless access to the water for swimming, water sports and boarding tenders. The 22 light and airy cabins on the middle and lower decks all offer expansive views.
Accommodation is on a full board basis (drinks extra, except for speciality events such as the Captain’s dinner where sparkling wine and canapés precede an a la carte meal) and evening meals include the Captain's Dinner, onboard themed buffets, and a Traditional Fijian Lovo, which is set on the beach at Nanuya Lailai.
There are included activities such as snorkelling, a visit to one of the villages in the Yasawa Islands, a visit to the Sawa-I-Lau caves, a day at the Malamala Beach Club and hearing about marine life from a local marine biologist. Optional add-on activities available include diving and treatments at the onboard Spa.
For more information on Blue Lagoon Cruises visit www.bluelagooncruises.com and for more information on planning a holiday to Fiji visit www.fiji.com.fj
Romance Across Southeast Asia: Five Experiences to Anchor a Multi-Stop Itinerary
Southeast Asia is made for multi-country honeymoons: a region where short flight times
and seamless routing allow couples to combine contrasting settings in one thoughtfully
paced trip. The greatest luxury is variety without effort: meaningful cultural moments,
unhurried landscapes and refined experiences, stitched together in a smooth multi-stop
route. EXO Travel designs tailor-made itineraries that keep logistics effortless while building in romantic, story-worthy moments that feel personal rather than packaged.
Here are five romance-led experiences that slot beautifully into a multi-stop honeymoon
across the region.
A scenic seaplane flight over Halong Bay’s limestone karsts and hidden coves,
transforming the journey itself into a shared highlight. From above, the bay’s scale
and patterns come into focus, with emerald water threaded between dramatic rock
formations. It’s an effortless way to add a sense of occasion before or after an
overnight cruise, with take-off and landing designed to slot smoothly into the
routing.
A slow reset in rural Ubud, beginning with a Balinese water blessing and time in a
hidden canyon and waterfall setting. The day continues with a couples massage in
a tranquil spa setting, followed by an unhurried, nourishing lunch in a
wellness-focused retreat. It’s a beautifully paced experience that creates breathing
space within a multi-stop itinerary, balancing gentle activity, calm and restoration.
An early start for Angkor Wat at sunrise, when the temples are at their most
atmospheric and the light is at its softest. After the visit, the experience shifts to
Srah Srang Baray for a champagne breakfast served beside the ancient reservoir.
The contrast of iconic heritage and a quiet, celebratory breakfast moment keeps
the morning feeling intimate and memorable.
A private longtail cruise at golden hour in Vang Vieng, when limestone peaks glow
and the river mirrors the changing sky. Snacks and a bottle of wine are served on
board, with time to drift, pause and take in the scenery at an unhurried pace. It’s a
simple format with a strong sense of place, ideal for a slower evening between
bigger travel days.
Dinner inside a limestone cave at The Banjaran Hot Springs’ Jeff’s Cellar, where
candlelight and dramatic natural rock formations create a striking, almost
otherworldly setting. The evening feels theatrical in the best way, paired with a
refined menu and an excellent wine list. A standout choice for a special night in
Malaysia, particularly as a finale after days of movement through the region.
Southeast Asia lends itself to honeymoons that feel layered and unhurried, where
iconic sights sit naturally alongside quieter, more intimate moments. EXO Travel’s
local teams across the region can help shape routing, pacing and standout
experiences into a seamless multi-country itinerary, with the details handled so the
focus stays firmly on time together.
Off the beaten path honeymoon in Shizuoka, Japan
The Izu Peninsula in Shizuoka, offers stunning natural scenery, including beautiful beaches and golden sunsets over the Pacific Ocean, as well as a variety of gourmet seafood exclusive to the region.
Many Japanese people think of the Izu Peninsula as a hot spring resort area due to past volcanic activity. One resort area to draw honeymooners to, is Kawazu, an onsen resort located 2 hours 30 minutes from Tokyo by train.
What can you experience in Kawazu?
Sakura
Kawazu-zakura in Kawazu Town is in full bloom in February every year as the cherry blossoms are one of the first to bloom in all of Japan, due to the characteristic of the trees and warm climate. There are 8,000 cherry trees in Kawazu and so “The Kawazu Cherry Blossoms Festival” is a wonderful and vibrant event to experience.
Beaches and Waterfalls
Imaihama Beach is one of the most beautiful shoal beaches in Izu and located a 3-minute walk from Imaihama Kaigan Station. The beach is near many ryokans and guesthouses.
Kawazuhama Beach offers leisurely sea-bathing, as not so many people come here even during the high season, it is conveniently located about a 3-minute walk from Kawazu Station.
Kawazu Nanadaru - The Seven Waterfalls of Kawazu – visitors can enjoy a stroll along the walking trail and view the beautiful waterfalls here.
Onsens
There are more than 30 hotels, ryokan (Japanese style inns) and guesthouses in the Kawazu area. The wonderful thing is that most of the hotels and ryokan have their own hot spring source so that guests can enjoy natural onsen (hot spring) during their stay. Accommodation can vary from authentic traditional ryokan to western style hotels.
Wasabi
Kawazu is one of Shizuoka’s leading wasabi-producing areas, known for its traditional Tatami-ishi style wasabi fields dating back to the late 19th century and recognized as a Globally Important Agricultural Heritage System. Here, visitors can experience real wasabi, paired with freshly caught local sashimi.
For more information on Kawazu, click here.
Learn more about Shizuoka, off the beaten path Fuji – get in touch for training opportunities – contact: Sandra at sandra@humewhitehead.co.uk
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