
iclfan2
Posts: 6,360
Jul 10, 2014 11:59am
So I just got married this past weekend, and we didn't have time to take another week off for a honeymoon. So because of that, we are trying to take a long weekend (5 or 6 days) the weekend of Labor Day. I have been looking at the Caribbean but am worried about Hurricanes and rain. We live in Charleston, SC so the Southeast is pretty much out of our possibilities. Any recommendations? We are trying to save for a house so don't want to spend more than $1500 a person.

Automatik
Posts: 14,632
Jul 10, 2014 12:04pm
You can go to a very nice all inclusive for that price, even cheaper because of the length of stay, but my only suggestions would be in the Caribbean, maybe Mexico?

Iliketurtles
Posts: 8,191
Jul 10, 2014 12:12pm
I'd say do something out on the west cost if you're worried about the hurricanes/rain. San Diego, Lake Tahoe, or Napa Valley would be my suggestions. Or I would say go somewhere in the New England states area.iclfan2;1634615 wrote:So I just got married this past weekend, and we didn't have time to take another week off for a honeymoon. So because of that, we are trying to take a long weekend (5 or 6 days) the weekend of Labor Day. I have been looking at the Caribbean but am worried about Hurricanes and rain. We live in Charleston, SC so the Southeast is pretty much out of our possibilities. Any recommendations? We are trying to save for a house so don't want to spend more than $1500 a person.
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vball10set
Posts: 24,795
Jul 10, 2014 12:44pm
First of all, congrats, and secondly, try any of the Maya Riviera all-inclusive resorts outside of Cancun--they're affordable and a really good time.

HitsRus
Posts: 9,206
Jul 10, 2014 12:53pm
Wine country vacations/tours in the Napa valley are a good choice if you enjoy wine. Then there is always VEGAS!
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vball10set
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Jul 10, 2014 12:54pm
First of all, congrats, and secondly, any of the Riviera Maya all-inclusive resorts down in Cancun are not only affordable, but a a real good time...enjoy!!!

OSH
Posts: 4,145
Jul 10, 2014 12:55pm
Check travelbyjen.com for some nice priced trips. Many others say Apple Vacations, never used them before though.

ernest_t_bass
Posts: 24,984
Jul 10, 2014 1:00pm
Italy

Automatik
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Jul 10, 2014 1:04pm
lol... for $1500 a head?ernest_t_bass;1634642 wrote:Italy
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vball10set
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Jul 10, 2014 1:31pm
He meant Little Italy in BostonAutomatik;1634645 wrote:lol... for $1500 a head?
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Manhattan Buckeye
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Jul 10, 2014 2:11pm
It is pretty much going to have to be continental US for that time/pricepoint. The issue is going to be whether you are concerned about price or time. If price isn't the primary issue I agree with Napa Valley and hope you get reasonable flight fares. If time isn't the biggest concern, load up the car and head north to Cape Cod or Maine. The travel time is more but you won't have to worry about flights or rental cars.
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Tiernan
Posts: 13,021
Jul 10, 2014 2:46pm
One of you go to the mountains and one of you go to the beach...trust me you'll both have more fun.
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sportchampps
Posts: 7,361
Jul 10, 2014 3:53pm
I would recommend the Riveria Maya as well. We did 10 days airfare included at an all enclusive for like $3600 for the both of us. We stayed at the Grand Riveria Princess resort. It was a great time and we even went with the top of the line room which was the Laguna Villa Suite. We loved the room because you had reservations every night for the restaurants which were all really good. You also had a private pool for a laguna villa suite people only so it was never crowded and you get get a drink anytime without waiting more then 30 seconds. I thought the lunch and breakfast buffets were just ok. The rooms themselves were awesome. They had a jacuzzi tub inside and a private outdoor shower that was a lot of fun. We went mid September last year and it was about like being in Florida where it was hot and nice during the day with a nightly 1 hour downpour.
Im im guessing you could pull this off for 5-6 nights for only 3k.
Im im guessing you could pull this off for 5-6 nights for only 3k.
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sportchampps
Posts: 7,361
Jul 10, 2014 3:59pm
BTW just looked it up you can do 6 nights with flights and transfer services for about $2500 that leaves you $500 for tips and an excursion.

ernest_t_bass
Posts: 24,984
Jul 10, 2014 4:01pm
What site?sportchampps;1634774 wrote:BTW just looked it up you can do 6 nights with flights and transfer services for about $2500 that leaves you $500 for tips and an excursion.

Belly35
Posts: 9,716
Jul 10, 2014 4:30pm
hocking hill .... mofo enjoy Ohio
A PAC
Posts: 144
Jul 10, 2014 4:41pm
You should go somewhere for a week. Hope this helps.

GOONx19
Posts: 7,147
Jul 10, 2014 4:44pm
Maya Riviera.

Laley23
Posts: 29,506
Jul 10, 2014 4:50pm
Riviera, as others have stated.

Belly35
Posts: 9,716
Jul 10, 2014 6:12pm
Chicago ... Lots to see and great food
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sportchampps
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Jul 10, 2014 7:13pm
Cheapcaribbean.com that's what we used and it was pretty easy
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vball10set
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Jul 17, 2014 8:47am
vball10set;1634630 wrote:First of all, congrats, and secondly, try any of the Maya Riviera all-inclusive resorts outside of Cancun--they're affordable and a really good time.
sportchampps;1634772 wrote:I would recommend the Riveria Maya as well. We did 10 days airfare included at an all enclusive for like $3600 for the both of us. We stayed at the Grand Riveria Princess resort. It was a great time and we even went with the top of the line room which was the Laguna Villa Suite. We loved the room because you had reservations every night for the restaurants which were all really good. You also had a private pool for a laguna villa suite people only so it was never crowded and you get get a drink anytime without waiting more then 30 seconds. I thought the lunch and breakfast buffets were just ok. The rooms themselves were awesome. They had a jacuzzi tub inside and a private outdoor shower that was a lot of fun. We went mid September last year and it was about like being in Florida where it was hot and nice during the day with a nightly 1 hour downpour.
Im im guessing you could pull this off for 5-6 nights for only 3k.
GOONx19;1634788 wrote:Maya Riviera.
http://www.iberostar.com/en/hotels/riviera-maya/iberostar-paraiso-beach?cp=AFFRED&src=af&utm_source=AFFRED&utm_medium=afiliacion&affId=54264&network=wgesLaley23;1634790 wrote:Riviera, as others have stated.

Old Rider
Posts: 2,470
Jul 17, 2014 8:50am
Aruba
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vball10set
Posts: 24,795
Jul 23, 2014 3:23pm
Not honeymoon related, but has to do with weddings in general 
http://www.elevenwarriors.com/college-football/2014/07/37574/fall-weddings-zero-tolerance
http://www.elevenwarriors.com/college-football/2014/07/37574/fall-weddings-zero-tolerance

JD413
Posts: 131
Jul 23, 2014 5:37pm
Divorce would be good.