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Choosing the perfect honeymoon destination for most newlyweds includes an intensive search that has the perfect combination of luxury, romance, adventure, and out-of-the-world experiences. However, there is no place in the Middle East that equates to Dubai when it comes to ticking off all those boxes. With its futuristic skyline, golden deserts, turquoise shores, and extravagant lifestyle, Dubai is a wedding paradise for all couples. Whether you need to indulge in five-star extravagance or uncover culture and adventure as a pair, Dubai delivers it all.

If you’re going on your first trip as a married couple, here’s why Dubai is the ideal honeymoon spot in the Middle East and how a properly organised Dubai honeymoon package can make your experience even better.

1. Romantic Experiences All Around

Dubai is made for love. Picture yourself having a candlelit dinner on a private boat sailing across the Dubai Marina or a helicopter flight with a bird’s-eye view of the world-famous Burj Khalifa and Palm Jumeirah. If you are looking for a quiet night, visit the Dubai Fountain, where you can view the spectacular water displays side by side with the world’s tallest building. You and your partner can also have a shared pampering and relaxing experience by going on a spa day, which is also available for couples at upscale resorts such as the Burj Al Arab or the One&Only The Palm. Most Dubai honeymoon packages for couples feature such romantic inclusions, so you can have those special moments without worrying about organising them.

2. A Distinct Blend of Contemporary Luxury and Classic Charm

Dubai effortlessly mixes the past and the future. You can wake up to a morning breakfast at one of the rooftop cafes in Downtown Dubai and spend your afternoon wandering through the Al Fahidi Historical District’s crooked alleys. Additionally, you can also take a ferry across the Dubai Creek or shop in the Gold and Spice Souks to enjoy a diverse and cultural experience. Dubai trip package for couples provides the best experience of the local culture with the utmost in modern luxury.

3. World-Class Resorts and Accommodation

Dubai boasts some of the world’s most luxurious and honeymoon-friendly hotels. With private overwater villas on the World Islands, desert resorts under the stars, and experiences that will be cherished in your heart forever, Dubai has every hotel that will satisfy all your desires. Some of the best honeymoon hotels include Burj Al Arab Jumeirah, Atlantis, The Palm, and Al Maha Desert Resort. Most Dubai vacation packages for couples offer romantic stay packages, complete with extra frills such as spa treatments, fine dining, and private transfers.

4. Adventure and Thrills for Two

If you are the type of couple who loves adrenaline highs, Dubai will not let you down. Ride the dunes and sandboard through the desert, go hot air ballooning over the desert sunrise, or try skydiving over the Palm Jumeirah for an unforgettable view. If you like water sports, then consider jet skiing along the JBR beach or going on a sunset cruise around the Persian Gulf. No matter what kind of adventure you and your partner enjoy, Dubai honeymoon packages for couples include these activities as part of the package or as upgrades.

5. Global Cuisine Delights

Indulging in the delicious native cuisine and exploring the culinary scene is a major part of any honeymoon, and Dubai offers one of the world’s most varied culinary offerings. From world-class Michelin-starred cuisine to beach dinners at sunset and street food from Karama, Dubai suits all tastes. If you are looking for top romantic dining options, they include Pierchic At.mosphere and The Beach Bar & Grill. Your Dubai couple trip package can be tailored to include private dining or food tours, allowing you to indulge in the finest of international and Emirati cuisine.

6. Perfect Weather and Sunshine Throughout the Year

Dubai has sunny weather all year round, so honeymoons there are always ideal regardless of the season. However, summer months between June and September tend to get very hot, although you can escape the heat with indoor entertainment and cooling facilities available in luxury resorts. The optimal time to travel is between November and March, when the weather is pleasant, so you can enjoy outdoor activities, beach vacations, and desert explorations. Planning your honeymoon during these months also means you can attend popular festivals and events, such as the Dubai Shopping Festival or live music concerts.

7. Easy Connectivity and Visa Process

Dubai is convenient to reach from most cities worldwide and has one of the best-connected airports in the world. For most nationalities, specifically Indian passport holders, a tourist visa is easy to obtain and can frequently be arranged online or via a travel agent. Picking a Dubai trip package for couples not only makes it easy to get a visa but also gets airport transfers, guided tours, and accommodation arranged in advance.

8. Picture-Perfect Locations for Honeymoon Memories

From the glittering cityscape and the architectural marvels to natural wonders like the Hatta mountains and Dubai’s serene beaches, the city is full of picturesque spots. Capture your memories as newlyweds with a professional photoshoot in front of the Burj Khalifa, among the desert dunes, or along the Dubai Marina. Some Dubai honeymoon packages for couples even include photography services in the package, so you can make your honeymoon memories last a lifetime.

Dubai is just a travel destination, but it’s a plethora of memories waiting to happen. Whether you’re drinking champagne in a penthouse suite, riding camels over the golden dunes, or relaxing in a spa with Gulf views, Dubai knows how to make love feel like a celebration. For a hassle-free experience, go in for a Dubai holiday package for couplewith Pickyourtrail that covers everything from high-end stays and private tours to gourmet dining and premium experiences. Travel in style and enjoy a lavish honeymoon with your loved one where you need to worry about nothing and focus on what truly matters—each other.

Heard of the potential of Aqua-tourism in Karnataka? We did just that. Read Further.

Water activities like kayaking, surfing, and diving are slowly catching up with enthusiasts, both for recreation and as a sport. Thanks to favorable winds, some of the most serene estuaries with mangrove ecosystems and untouched diving spots, Karnataka’s coastal region has been attracting enthusiasts and vacationers from all over. It was a family road trip driving down from the hills of Kodagu to the coast of Karnataka.

Just like the gad-bad ice-cream that originated in this region, our itinerary was packed with experiences. We wanted to see the bioluminescent waters. Bioluminescence is a naturally occurring phenomenon in which the microorganisms present in the water emit light when disturbed thus making the water glow. The darker the surroundings, the better the visibility of this phenomenon. Hence, we had signed up for a night kayaking session on a no-moon night in the backwaters of river Shambavi at Mulki. We chose to camp by the riverbank to have a closer connection to the waters.

Our Campsite at Shambavi river bank, Mulki

After arriving at the campsite and while my parents enjoyed their time strolling around the place, my brother and I took our lessons on taming the waves with the surfboards. Although my brother was quick to get the knack of balancing himself on the surfboard, I fell into the water several times before finally getting it right. It was a fun session under the harsh sun until we returned to the campsite. We then tried some wakeboarding in the backwaters and then headed towards the beach again, to see the sunset.

Padubidri beach is among the only twelve beaches in India and two in Karnataka to have the blue flag certification. The drive to the beach itself was a beautiful experience with coconut trees towering over the narrow road running parallel to the sea. With all facilities including clean washrooms and good restaurants, the swim, and the sunset at Padubidri was one for the books. After grabbing some refreshments at the stalls there, we headed back to our campsite to relax a bit before the beautiful night that had to follow.

Since it was a no-moon night, the tides had caused the water levels to rise. It was pitch dark as we set our individual kayaks out into the water and began to paddle along the river. Geared with life jackets and our oars, we were ready to set the water ablaze, quite literally! We had no sense of where we were going but to follow a faint beam of torch light on the first kayak that guided us in the correct direction. The magic slowly started to unfold in the water after we had covered a certain distance. The glowing waters peaked while we all had gathered at the river mouth on our kayaks. Although, it is said that bioluminescent waters are a sign of unhealthy water, I convince myself of not being guilty of enjoying this experience. We all screamed with joy as we splashed the blue waters on each other with our hands and our paddles. With each dip of our hand in the river, our arms would glow in neon blue, which seemed nothing but a fairytale.

The following morning, we drove up to the temple town of Murudeshwara to score off yet another item on my bucket list. At about 20 kilometers off the coast of this temple town is Netrani island, a strategic patch of land controlled by the Indian Navy. Although entry to the island itself is restricted, the surrounding waters are open for public access during the spring months each year. This area is one of the best dive-sites in mainland India and that’s why I had been contemplating a visit here. We had pre-booked our slot for scuba diving with one of the several diving agencies around there.

Soon after filling out forms, a boat arrived at the beach to take us on a ride of approximately one hour to reach the dive spot. Our family was accompanied by a few other travelers, who like us were enthusiastic about their dive. Enroute, the instructions were given to everyone on the boat, both first timers and experienced. After reaching the site, without wasting time sitting inside the boat and waiting for our turn to scuba dive, we grabbed the snorkel gears and jumped into the water. The view inside had already set a good momentum for the expectations we had for the deep dive. Soon, each of us took turns to go underwater, touch the seabed and live our moments in a new world under the water. Especially for my sexagenarian parents, it was something that they hadn’t done before, and they felt a sense of accomplishment. It was evening by the time we returned to the shore with our boat tossing hard in the unusually rough sea.

We freshened up at a nearby lodge before visiting the Murudeshwara temple. We called it a day while watching the sun go down from atop the temple tower. It is highly recommended that this spring-summer trip to the coast of Karnataka should go onto everyone’s bucket list!

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