When the word honeymoon
comes to mind, everybody thinks about is the Alps of Switzerland, the Eifel
Tower or the Prague. Europe has become the dream honeymoon continent of the
majority people in the world. People have forgotten that Middle East is the
region which is full of rich history, opulent architecture and off course great
honeymoon sites. In this article I have summarized the grandeur of the top 10
sites of Middle East. You need to go there to experience these places.
Top
10 Honeymoon Sites in the Middle East
ADRERE
AMELLAL- SIWA, EGYPT: Located in Siwa Oasis, Adrere Amellal
sits beneath a white, flat topped hills facing a salt lake and rolling dunes of
great sand sea. As it is an eco lodge there is no electricity provided, but the
peace of mind more than make up for it. If you want to escape to the ancient
era from the hustle of your life then Adrere Amellal is you place. The
furniture in the rooms pays tribute to the nature and the local artisans with chic
décor such as Bedouin carpets, palm tree doors and beds of palm fronds. This
retreat boasts of a pool in the middle and two daily excursions of the great
sand sea.
SACTUARY
SUNBOAT III- CAIRO, EGYPT: Voted amongst top 10 most beautiful
yachts in the world, Sanctuary Sun Boat III is an intimate yacht representing
the ultimate luxury. This cruise ship accommodates not more than 36 guests to
allow for an intimate cruise with best Egyptologists as guides for a 7-10
nights cruise though Egyptian history. This yacht is modeled on opulent era of
20’ and 30’s with gourmet dining by world’s best chefs. The most stunning
feature is Cleopatra’s oasis where guests go to take a dip in the pool and
watch the lush landscapes pass by and Sahara Lounge which resembles an Egyptian
royal hunting tent.
SIX
SENSES- ZIGHY BAY, OMAN: Cradled by craggy mountains, dipping
its toes in the opal blue waters of the Musandam’s fjords and laid out like a
traditional Omani village, this resort offers luxury villas with private pools.
The villas are loaded with all the modern amenities with private sand gardens
and outdoor showers to throw into the mix. Several daily activities are
organized by the staff including snorkeling excursions, river rafting and
paragliding. People can choose to arrive in James Bond style by speed boat, 4x4
or a paraglide!!!!
KEMPINSKI
HOTEL ISHTAR, DEAD SEA, JORDAN: Situated on the lowest
point on earth along the shore of Dead Sea, the Ishtar Building of the
Kempinski Hotel offers spacious rooms with sea facing balconies. The most
prominent feature of this hotel is the Ananatra Spa which is the largest spa in
Middle East. The hotel offers rooms lined with palm trees and olive groves; and
9 outdoor pools overlooking the Dead Sea. The dining is a gourmet experience
and the stay is a venture into the rich culture and deep history of Jordan.
HOTEL
ALBERGO- BEIRUT, LEBANON: Located on a five minute walk from the
main street this mansion is a deluxe boutique hotel which preserves Lebanese
style and soul. If you are thinking of honeymooning in a place full of
multicultural history and homey hotel then this is the place to be. Handpicked
inlaid wood furniture which is extremely plush, oriental rugs and crystal
chandeliers give the rooms a homey feeling. The rooftop boats of a gourmet
restaurant and pool with seasonal flowers which makes for a fragrant relaxing
experience.
BANYAN
TREE ALWADI- DUBAI, UAE: A sanctuary for the senses and an odyssey for
the rich history, this Arabian fortress have all the hallmarks of luxury with a
sunning setting within a nature reserve. This is the first Arabian resort which
boasts of villas with private pools and Bedouin inspired accommodation with
tented roof!!!! The furnishings of the villas are exclusive and dining becomes
an adventure where location fuses with cuisine creating a perfect match. Minute
drive from Arabian Gulf for water sports, private beach for relaxing and desert
for interacting with Arabian gazelles, camels and oryxes.
ST.
REGIS SAADIYAT ISLAND- ABU DHABI, UAE: This luxury five star
hotel is situated on the private beach in Abu Dhabi and minute drive from the
hustle of the city. It boats of rooms which luxurious furnishings and opulent
bathrooms. The spa offers relaxing treatments. There are 7 restaurants which
offer fine dining experience with a number of cuisines for you to choose from.
If you want to impress your spouse then St. Regis is your place to be.
AL-
MOUDIRA- LUXOR, EGYPT: Al- Moudira is situated in the west
bank of Nile, the side where the most tantalizing historical sites are found.
This is another boutique hotel for you to indulge yourselves in. from the
oriental décor to the opulent atmosphere this is your place to be. The rooms
are furnished individually and boats of 4- poster king size beds. The
furnishings are mostly wooden and provide a feeling of warmth. With 4 km always
from the valley of kings where the famous kings reside, it is luxury and
adventure in one slot.
THE
CHEDI MUSCAT- MUSCAT, OMAN: The Chedi Muscat is a
luxury 5 star hotel situated on North West Muscat on a private beach. The hotel
fuses together traditional Omani architecture with Zen, Arabic, Japanese and
European influences. This hotel offers 3 pools and the largest spa in Muscat
with 7 treatment rooms. The restaurants offer gourmet cuisines of various
nationalities. If you want to pamper yourself then chedi Muscat and its spa is
the place to go. The rooms offer all the modern amenities with wooden
furnishings which offer warmth.
Intercontinental
Mzaar Lebanon Mountain Resort and Spa- Faraya Lebanon: Nestled
amid the peaks of Mount Lebanon, this resort and spa offers year round
recreation. Ski direct from the resort with an access to 80 Km trail or enjoy a
variety of activities including hiking, climbing, biking and rafting. This
resort features a heated indoor pool, cinema and one of the Lebanon’s leading
spas. Experience a taste of Lebanese mountain cuisine and discover various
historical site in the area including the Faqra Ruins.
Travelling
from KSA to Bahrain
- On Arrival Visit Visa of Bahrain through Causeway for Iqama Holders
- Applying for eVisa to Bahrain for GCC Residents
- 6 Things to do on Causeway to Bahrain
- Get On Arrival Visit Visa at Bahrain Airport for Iqama Holders
- A Tour to Bahrain – Places to Visit in Bahrain
Travelling
from KSA to UAE
- Getting On Arrival Visit Visa of Dubai at Airport for Iqama Holders
- Procedure to Apply for E-Visa of UAE (Dubai) for GCC Residents
- 96-hour transit visa for all airline passengers at UAE airports
- Options to Get Dubai Visit Visa
- On-Arrival Visit Visa of Dubai by Road for Iqama Holder
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