You are getting married next year and you still don't know where you are going on your honeymoon!?...
It is true that last summer weddings were held quite normally after the pandemic, although not all destinations were open to tourism in the same way as before. The tourism market has been restructuring, modifying entry conditions, sanitary requirements and reopening borders, in some cases very slowly, but everything seems to indicate that the year 2023, it will be the year of return to the trips to the 100%. That is why here we have prepared a list of destinations to take into account when choosing your honeymoon…
1- Kenya
Geographic situation:
Located in East Africa, borders Somalia, Ethiopia, Sudan, Uganda and Tanzania. Its coast receives the waters of the Indian Ocean. Its capital is Nairobi where the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is located..
Art and culture:
They are governed by traditions with strong religious beliefs, gender roles create a rigid social structure of moral mores. With diversity of ethnic groups, their religion is varied: most Kenyans outside the coastal and eastern provinces are Christian. He 11% of the population are Muslims and Sunnis and a minority Evangelicals. Home to a wide range of musical styles ranging from imported popular music, afro-fusion music and come up to traditional folk songs. The guitar is the most popular instrument of Kenyan music.
Traditions and customs:
The role of women: since the reform of the Constitution of 2010 are considered a disadvantaged group, even so, discrepancies continue in access to essential services and resources, although in rural areas they have a certain status as mothers, wifes, healers and teachers. Festivals held throughout the year are an opportunity to immerse yourself in their culture. The Mombasa Carnival, Lake Turkana Festival, Festival of Lamu, etc.
countless castles can be visited many for free from where you can appreciate great views of the coast and an enviable landscape:
Great diversity of tropical fruits and vegetables, the most consumed meats are beef and goat. In coastal territories you can find quality fish and shellfish. Some of the typical dishes are:
Chai is a variety sweetened milk tea.
Kienyji it is a kind of mashed potatoes and vegetables with corn, peas and beans.
Manzadi not excessively sweet fried bread, is eaten at breakfast.
Outputs It is a puree made from green plantains and bananas with butter..
climate and clothing:
Climate: Between June and October is the dry season. The average temperature is 23ºC in the highest areas and 28ºC in the lowest areas. These months are of little rain. At night the temperature drops considerably reaching 10ºC. Between November and May is the wet season. The average temperature is 24ºC in the high areas and 30ºC in the low areas. During the months of November and December there are short rains. During January and February the rains are unpredictable and during March, April and May have longer rains, although they don't last all day.
Dress: light summer clothing, suitable for a tropical climate. Sweater or jacket in case it cools down at night. Comfortable shoes, sunscreen, hat or cap and glasses to protect yourself from the sun.
some places of interest:
Nairobi:
It is the capital of the country. It is popularly known as the "Green City in the Sun" for its parks, golf courses and nature reserves. To visit: financial center, kenya parliament, museums, parks, Maasai Market, animal reserves.
Aberdare National Park:
It is a nature reserve located 1800 meters above sea level. You will be able to contemplate a spectacular safari where lions coexist, antelopes and buffalo among others.
Lago Nakuru:
Declared a World Heritage Site for its inestimable ecological value. It is known worldwide for the flamingos that inhabit its waters..
Masai Mara:
The area includes the reserve, as well as the surrounding community conservancies and numerous Maasai villages. Wildlife viewing is excellent year-round thanks to the diverse population of resident animals such as lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, giraffes, etc.
2- Maldives:
Geographic situation:
Its name means group of thousand islands., although in reality, exceeds two thousand. Of the 2.000 islands that make up the archipelago, 900 of them are deserted. Located in the Indian Ocean, close to southwestern India and Sri Lanka. They consist of a chain of 26 Coral atolls occupying 754km in length and 118km in width. Male International Airport is located on the island of Hulule, 1km from the capital.
Religion and culture:
The Islamic religion is very important in the life of the inhabitants of the island, who are the result of various miscegenations so it is easy to find Arabic speakers, hindi or english. The official language is divehi.
Traditions and customs:
Maldivian society is established according to Muslim laws: the elderly are revered, respected children, men are the head of the family and women are in charge of the home.
countless castles can be visited many for free from where you can appreciate great views of the coast and an enviable landscape:
Fish and shellfish make up the bulk of the archipelago's gastronomy, the main ingredient is tuna that is prepared in various ways: frito, smoked, with salting, seasoned with curry or in soup.
The most elaborate dish is the shrimp soup, as well as a variety of tropical fruits such as coconuts, banana and mangoes. There are traditional sweets, made with eggs and butter.
The hotels have several buffet restaurants where you can taste international food, india, thai and mediterranean. Tap water is not drinkable.
climate and clothing:
Climate: The climate is tropical and consists of 2 seasons. The dry season goes from November to March with average temperatures of 26ºC with reduced rainfall.. The wet season runs from April to October with cloudy days and rain in the form of storms.. The average temperatures are 27ºC. You can travel throughout the year.
Dress: It is recommended to wear light summer clothes.
Places of interest and entertainment:
SMALL:
this city, clean and orderly, owns mosques, markets and a labyrinth of charming alleyways. It has a population of 105.000 population.
Surfing and water sports:
For water sports enthusiasts, there are plenty of opportunities to navigate, perform parasailing, winsurf, water skiing, jet ski and of course scuba diving, since it is one of the main destinations for the beauty of its coral reefs and marine wealth.
Recommended hotels:
Transfers to the hotel can be by speedboat or by plane.
- Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa 5*****
- Velassaru Maldives 5*****
- Anantara Veli Resort & Spa 5*****
3- Panama:
Geographic situation:
Located in southern Central America, between the Atlantic and Pacific oceans divided by the Panama Canal. Its capital is Panama City.
TRADITIONS AND CUSTOMS:
The carnivals, the typical dances, its musical instruments and its gastronomy make Panama a very entertaining country. As a souvenir it is possible to buy Panamanian crafts such as fabrics, hammocks, traditional costume. Typical dishes: sancocho, tamales, mine, pork rind, etc.
climate and clothing:
Climate: Tropical with dry and wet seasons throughout the year. The average temperatures are around 25º and 30º C. The climate is very constant and balanced. Dress: Light clothing. Very important sun cream and aftersun since, even if it's cloudy the sun is very intense. Mosquito repellent.
PLACES OF INTEREST:
PANAMA CITY:
It is the capital of the country. With a great skyline between skyscrapers and large avant-garde buildings in the financial district. With the great attraction that is the Panama Canal and its duty-free shopping centers, they invite you to visit the city since it is very cosmopolitan for all kinds of activities and leisure..
PURCHASING:
Variety of malls and shopping centers in the city and its surroundings, with very attractive prices since it has the lowest VAT in all of Latin America with a 7%.
PANAMA CANAL:
It is a navigation route that was built on the Isthmus of Panama to unite the Atlantic and Pacific oceans.. Considered one of the most prestigious engineering works of the 20th century. You can visit and see live maritime traffic.
WHITE BEACH:
It is a coastal area with a variety of all-inclusive resorts right on the beach, located very close to the Panama Airport 45 minutes by car, ideal to combine it with a visit to the city.
BULL'S MOUTHS:
It is an archipelago that includes 9 big islands, more of 50 cays and some 200 islets located 40km. from the border with Costa Rica. many still uninhabited, virgin beaches and natural parks in its surroundings.
SOME RECOMMENDED HOTELS:
- Royal Decameron Panama 4**** - Playa Blanca River 5***** - Eco Luxury Lodge Fincavela 5***** -
Hilton Panama 5*****
4- Sri Lanka:
Geographic situation:
It is an island that is located southwest of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu.. The Indian Ocean separates Sri Lanka from India.. Its capital is Colombo, where the international airport is located Katunayake a 35 km from the city.
Art and culture:
The architecture, Classical Sri Lankan sculpture and painting follow the Buddhist style for the most part. There are also numerous extremely large Buddha sculptures, Specially in The extras and Buduruvagala.
Among the colonial vestiges are fortresses, dutch canals and churches, residences, British clubs and courts. Galle It is the most beautiful colonial city on the island.
his religion is 70% buddhist, 20% Hindus, 5% Muslims and 5% Christians.
Traditions and customs:
Traditions revolve around the two dominant religions, Buddhism and Hinduism. Both preach tolerance. The westerner should avoid provocative clothes and nervous or impatient attitudes that can be shocking. Sinhalese take bad mood swings. The golden rule is to keep calm. Don't forget to take off your shoes and hat before entering a temple. Very important: not take pictures of any statue or depiction of the Buddha. Religious cults are carried out with fervor and mysticism.
countless castles can be visited many for free from where you can appreciate great views of the coast and an enviable landscape:
The national dish is curry rice. On the coast they eat good fish and shellfish. another variant: he Biriyani, a rice dish with lamb or chicken. They have delicious tropical fruits: pineapples, bananas, cocos, papayas, guavas, grenades, etc. The national drink is tea, it is taken very loaded, very sugary and with or without milk.
climate and clothing:
Climate: Between May and September, the great monsoon affects the west coast, while from November to January the eastern coast is affected by the small monsoon. In Colombo temperatures are constant around 30ºC on average. It's cooler in the inland mountains. From May to October, the sea is rough on the west coast.
Dress: light summer clothing, suitable for a tropical climate. Please do not enter pagodas and other places of worship wearing shorts, tank tops or impropriety clothing.
some places of interest:
Colombo:
It is the capital of the country. Its infrastructure is simple, lower than Maldives. In general the city is safe, although a bit chaotic. There are several markets where you can haggle.
Gale Face Green: city boardwalk.
Dambulla:
It is a Buddhist center where the Golden Temple is located. caves, monasteries and temples that recount the life of Buddha.
Kandy:
You can visit the Botanical Garden and Temple of the Tooth.
Galle:
Main southern coastal city. Highlights the colonial citadel.
Sigiriya:
Sigiriya Fortress, one of the symbols of Sri Lanka.
And for those who do not want to leave the country, we have a great alternative to a few hours by plane…
5- Gran Canaria:
Geographic situation:
It is an island that is located in the Atlantic Ocean, belonging to the archipelago of the Canary Islands together with: Lanzarote, Fuerteventura, The Palm, The iron, La Gomera and Tenerife. The international airport of Gran Canaria is located in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, island capital. Art and culture: Three fundamental elements come together in it.: the guanche, of Berber origin; the Castilian European with important Portuguese contributions and to a lesser extent Italian, flamenco, British or French and finally the American influence that was the product of commercial and migratory relations from Latin America. All of this forms a rich and diverse cultural identity..
TRADITIONS AND CUSTOMS:
Carnivals and festivities take place throughout the year. during the holidays, the canaries dress up in colorful costumes, There are stalls selling handmade crafts., food and drink. Carnival is celebrated in Las Palmas between January and February. Another important tradition is the Romerías, religious pilgrimages in honor of a saint.
GASTRONOMY:
Crumbled potatoes with mojo, can remember, paw and cheese sandwich, stews like: old clothes, stew and chickpeas. Bonbon coffee, with condensed milk.
climate and clothing:
Climate: The island has 14 micro-climatic zones, although rainfall is very low in all areas. The north is much wetter than the south. In the southern regions the subtropical climate provides pleasant temperatures between 20ºC to 29ºC per day throughout the year.. The climate is very constant and balanced. In the summer months it hardly rains, even in autumn and winter it remains very mild with daily temperatures above 20ºC.
Dress: Light clothing for warm days and something that warms legs and arms, especially for the nights that it can cool down. Very important sun cream and aftersun since, even if it's cloudy the sun is very intense. Good shoes for trekking.
PLACES OF INTEREST:
THE GRAN CANARIAN PALMS:
It is the capital of the island. Visit the colonial neighborhood of Vegueta and Las Canteras beach.
MASPALOMAS:
One of the most important tourist destinations for its beaches and variety of theme parks.
MASPALOMAS DUNES:
It is a nature reserve, the dunes can reach 10 meters high and are in continuous movement due to the influence of the wind.
THE TAMADABA NATURE PARK:
It comprises several localities, offers a natural landscape with massifs, impression ravines and escarpments.
MOGAN PORT:
It is a small fishing port that is known as the Venice of Gran Canaria for its canals.
SOME RECOMMENDED HOTELS:
- Dunes Maspalomas Resort 4**** - Gloria Palace Royal Hotel & Spa 4**** - H10 Playa Meloneras Palace 5***** - Don Gregory By Dunas. Adults Only 4**** - Lopesan Baobab Resort 5*****
Daiam I.
20/01/23
