[MalibuBimmer]

http://travaasa.com/hana/?gclid=CMf9...FZUkgQodE7INlQ

[Arthurrs]

One thing about Hawaii, each island is different, and within each island there are so many different microclimates, especially on the Big Island (8 of the 13 possible). As you drive the change is remarkable, even in a short period of time. You see it even better if you take an airplane ride around the entire island. In Kauai, it is not as dramatic, but it's an amazing island, especially if you want to unwind and enjoy tropical beauty. Nevertheless the hiking opportunities are awesome throughout!
Awesome hotel in Princeville:
https://www.stregisprinceville.com/

If you're up to an awesome driving experience, rent yourself a BMW (or equivalent) and drive the road to Hana. Plan a full day for it, even stay overnight in Hana, and enjoy the drive back the same way, but from a different viewing perspective! Just don't go full circle unless you have a jeep.
http://roadtohana.com/

[VRG_135]

Sorry not the lighthouse Beach, its Beachhouse Poipou shores. Best sunset in the world

[nyalpine90]

St Lucia Sandals resorts for adults only

nice island, friendly staff and very clean. food is great and beaches are beautiful. they have honeymoon suites . we did volcano mud bath, suppose to leave ur skin smoooth.

[Axius]

Go on a Caribbean cruise. Snorkel, jet ski in the ocean, visit different locations/beaches, nature hikes, free meals all day, have a nice lobster dinner, dance, gamble, karaoke, get your drink on.

[upstatedoc]

what's your budget?

[AJF80]

If you don't mind flying and have the funds to do so, Check out Bora Bora! Everyone needs to go there at least 1 time in their life.

[VRG_135]

Originally Posted by AJF80

If you don't mind flying and have the funds to do so, Check out Bora Bora! Everyone needs to go there at least 1 time in there life.

MY GOD! I want to go to Bora Bora. We wanted to go their for our honeymoon, but couldn't quite make it happen.

[fecurtis]

Morocco resort. Full of culture, safe, and something different than being holed up in a resort the whole time. I like being able to get out and explore.

I'm sure this has already been mentioned but for the love of all that his holy stay at a kid free place.

[Nihilation]

We flew down to San Juan, Puerto Rico and toured the island for 2 days before jumping on a cruise ship for 5 nights in the Caribbean. Rent a car in San Juan and go drive up the mountain roads, have some local food in the hills, hike the rain forest with a guide and check out the glowing lakes at night. That was a great time and I think we managed to stay under $3,500 or so.

For year #2, we packed a lot in to just a few days. We flew to Vegas for a night and then drove around the Grand Canyon. Went off-roading with a private Jeep tour in Utah, took a boat tour down the Colorado River at Glen Dam, checked out local Antelope canyons and then walked a mile to Horseshoe Bend. Then we raced south to catch sunset in the Grand Canyon national park, and stayed at a haunted house (no, I didn't tell her) in Williams, AZ right on history Rt 66. Then we followed 66 west with a detour through Oatman, a mountain town over-run by donkeys where we got some food and ice cream. The mountain drive was a blast in our rental Focus!

[dmk08]

We went to Aruba and loved it. We stayed at the Manchebo Beach Resort on the low rise side. Tons of stuff to do around the island, super friendly people, and great food.

The High Rise side is full of kids and family so if you want a romantic getaway don't stay there IMO.

[///Mongo]

My wife and I went to Hawaii for our honeymoon in December (Maui and Oahu). We had a great time, but it was far more expensive than I thought it would be.

[The Chaddening]

Originally Posted by upstatedoc

what's your budget?

~3.5-4k

[Taskmaster]

Originally Posted by csu87

Dominican Republic gets my vote. We went a few years back and keep going. Always stay at all inclusive, adults only resorts. Great prices, flights are usually pretty good, and doesnt feel as touristy as Mexico. And the Rum. Did I mention the Rum?

He just got married, keep him away from temptation.

[KingOfJericho]

Kauai. We actually got married there (no guests, just us) and absolutely loved it. Hanalei Bay is SO CHILL. We got married behind the St.Regis and our photos are amazing. Can't suggest it enough. After a week on Kauai we made our way to the Four Seasons on Mauai. My wife actually cried on the ride to the hotel. Kauai is super lush and relaxing while Maui has more strip malls (not a lot, just more). Totally different vibe.

Another nice perk about Hawaii is that you can just pop out your cellphone and make a local call to NYC. It's great!


On a tighter budget I would check out Turks & Caicos. Grace Bay is about as gorgeous as Caribbean beaches get.

[jlstyle]

Originally Posted by GirthBrooks

~3.5-4k

For that budget, Caribbean should offer better overall package.
But if you are a chase reward points, you can always used your points on Hawaiian airline or Hyatt resorts. Hyatt franchise in Hawaii offers the best point for classification deal, i.e. Grand Hyatt in Kauai or Andaz in Maui.
If no points are being used, typical 7-8 night trip will cost you around $4k for flight and hotel.

In Caribbean, my favorites are Cayman island (Westin on 7 mile beach is the bomb for the money), Aruba, Turks and Caicos. They offer very quite get away with quality snorkel exp. All inclusive in Aruba or T&C should cost you around $4k.

[Arieswolf]

Originally Posted by Alfisti

St Marten. Half French, half Dutch, safe enough, nice enough, different enough.

Done.

You can also day trip to st Bart's and agullia, just got back and highly recommend.

[UncleWede]

June is going to be HOT wherever you go. Some like hot, sweaty, slippery YOGA, some don't appreciate it as much.

Poipu on Kauai is a great place, it's only about 30 minutes drive to Polihali (don't let the rental company know you drove out there) and about 45 minutes up into the Na Pali mountains for a dramatic change in scenery. I always rented a condo in Poipu, but food in the grocery stores can be EXPENSIVE. I think a head of lettuce was something like $1.89/LB. I've never eaten the core of a lettuce before, but for $5+ I wasn't letting anything go to waste!

[Lucky John]

Some where with good room service and nice ceilings. Congrats

[gonzo]

Originally Posted by UncleWede

June is going to be HOT wherever you go. Some like hot, sweaty, slippery YOGA, some don't appreciate it as much.

Poipu on Kauai is a great place, it's only about 30 minutes drive to Polihali (don't let the rental company know you drove out there) and about 45 minutes up into the Na Pali mountains for a dramatic change in scenery. I always rented a condo in Poipu, but food in the grocery stores can be EXPENSIVE. I think a head of lettuce was something like $1.89/LB. I've never eaten the core of a lettuce before, but for $5+ I wasn't letting anything go to waste!

Humidity is good for the skin.
June is a great month in the Caribbean. Max is 90ish but it doesn't feel it. Personally, I don't want the wind to make me chilly or to contemplate between a sleeved or sleeveless black top. July starts heating things up really quick.

[The Chaddening]

I have now searched extensively from all the recommendations, thanks guys.

We decided against Hawaii because of the flight, have it narrowed down to the Cayman Islands, St. John, and Turks and Caicos.

Right now, this is pick numero uno

https://www.expedia.com/St-Thomas-An...vvFz45u6ieutIM

[Boston335iGuy]

St. Maarten is great, not long flight, great beaches, safe, and plenty of places to walk around. Pelican Beach Resort is great place to stay and orient beach is by far the best beach on the island