The Rise of Curated Luxury Weddings in Chennai: Small Guest Lists, Big Experiences

Over the past few years, weddings in Chennai have undergone a beautiful transformation. Couples are moving away from very large gatherings and are instead choosing intimate, curated celebrations that focus on meaningful experiences, stunning locations, and personalized decor. These small luxury weddings, typically with 100-150 guests, allow couples to create something truly memorable for themselves and their closest family and friends.

At our wedding planning and decor studio in Chennai, we have seen a strong rise in couples choosing this style of wedding – celebrations that are smaller in size but far richer in character, design, atmosphere, and experience.

Beautiful Coastal Venues and Heritage Spaces

One of the most exciting aspects of intimate weddings in Chennai is the choice of venues. Instead of traditional wedding halls, many couples are choosing charming beach houses, heritage properties, and boutique resorts along the East Coast Road (ECR).

These venues create a relaxed and luxurious setting, where the ocean, natural light, and architecture become part of the celebration. Couples often plan their pre-wedding photoshoots right on the beach, capturing beautiful sunrise or sunset moments before the festivities begin. A coastal venue also allows for a more immersive experience where guests can truly unwind and enjoy the surroundings, all while spending quality time together.

Bespoke Decor That Reflects the Couple

With a smaller guest list, couples often choose to invest more in thoughtfully curated decor that reflects their personality and story. Some popular themes we design include:

  • Temple – inspired decor with brass lamps, traditional flowers, and classical elements
  • Heritage – style settings inspired by Chettinad architecture and vintage South Indian homes
  • Minimal luxury floral designs with soft pastel palettes and elegant mandaps
  • Nature – inspired setups that blend beautifully with beachside or garden venues

Instead of large-scale décor designed for visibility, every detail is carefully planned so that guests feel surrounded by beauty and intention as well.

A Wedding That Feels Like an Experience

One of the biggest advantages of an intimate wedding is the ability to design a complete A-Z experience for the guests. Couples are now planning celebrations that unfold over multiple moments – each with its own character like:

  • A Welcome evening by the beach with live music and cocktails
  • A vibrant DJ Sangeet night where friends and family perform and celebrate together
  • Local cultural elements such as classical dance performances or folk artists
  • Relaxed daytime rituals with curated decor and traditional touches

These elements transform the wedding from a formal event into a memorable celebration where every guest feels included.

Thoughtful Guest Experiences

When the guest list is smaller, couples are also able to focus more on their comfort and delight. This often includes:

  • Handpicked welcome hampers or return gifts
  • Personalized notes for guests
  • Curated food experiences featuring regional cuisines
  • Cozy lounge seating areas where guests can mingle and relax

These thoughtful details leave a lasting impression and make the celebration feel warm and personal.

Curated Local Experiences for Out-of-Town Guests

Many guests who attend destination – style weddings in Chennai are visiting the region for the first time. To make their stay more memorable, we also help curate local cultural experiences and guided outings. For guests who are staying an extra day or two, we can organize comfortable transportation and knowledgeable guides for short cultural excursions along the ECR.

Some of the most popular experiences include:

  • A guided visit to Mahabalipuram (Mamallapuram), the famous UNESCO heritage site known for its ancient rock temples and the stunning Shore Temple overlooking the Bay of Bengal.
  • A cultural tour of Dakshinachitra, the living museum that showcases traditional South Indian homes, crafts, folk performances, and regional architecture in an interactive setting.
  • An art walk through Cholamandalam Artists’ Village, one of India’s most important artist communities, where guests can explore galleries, studios, and contemporary works by renowned South Indian artists.

These curated outings give guests a deeper connection to the region, turning the wedding into not just a celebration, but a memorable cultural experience as well.

Decoding the Muhurtham

How Wedding Aaha Helps you with the Muhurtham

The Muhurtham is the heart of a traditional Indian wedding. It’s that sacred moment when the bride and groom are joined together, and families come together to celebrate new beginnings. While the rituals are beautiful, planning for the Muhurtham can sometimes feel overwhelming. That’s where Wedding Aaha steps in — to take care of the details so you can focus on the joy.

Finding the Right Date

One of the first steps is choosing the right date. With the help of experienced priests, we assist families in reviewing the horoscopes of the bride and groom. Based on this, the priest suggests 2–3 auspicious Muhurtham dates in the month the families have agreed upon. This ensures that the wedding begins on the most harmonious note.

Choosing the Perfect Venue

Every couple dreams of a wedding that reflects their style. We guide you in selecting the right venue — whether it’s a traditional Mandapam wedding, a picturesque beachside celebration near Chennai, a heritage house wedding steeped in culture, or a city hall with all modern comforts.

Invitations & Engagement Essentials

The journey begins much before the wedding day. We can connect you with our partners to design and print the Manjai Pathirikai (wedding invitation). The priest also prepares the Lagna Pathirikai for the engagement ceremony, marking the formal beginning of festivities.

Ritual Flow Made Easy

On the wedding day, the smallest details matter. From ensuring the Manais (seating) for the couple and families, to arranging the Homakundam, Ammi, Thambalams, and Sombus — we take care of it all. If your tradition includes an Oonjal Ceremony, we organize the oonjal saaman and pachai podi as well. Every ritual item is in place, so the priest can perform the ceremony smoothly without interruptions.

A Stress-Free Muhurtham Experience

With Wedding Aaha by your side, families can simply arrive and immerse themselves in the sacredness of the Muhurtham. We work quietly in the background, coordinating with priests, venues, and partners — so that your big day flows effortlessly.

After all, weddings are about blessings, laughter, and love — and not about last minute worries.

How to Make Weddings in Chennai Memorable for Out-of-Town Guests

Indian weddings are already a vibrant celebration of love, family, and tradition. But when out-of-town guests—especially NRIs or international friends—attend a Chennai wedding, the experience can be elevated into something truly unforgettable. At Wedding Aaha, we specialize in creating immersive cultural experiences that showcase the soul of Tamil Nadu while ensuring guests feel welcomed, engaged, and entertained.

A Warm Welcome with Local Traditions

From the moment guests arrive, we greet them with a taste of Tamil hospitality. This can include fresh Jasmine Garlands, Traditional Aarti, and Nadaswaram music that sets the festive tone right from the start.

Live Cultural Performances

To immerse guests in the local heritage, we curate special cultural showcases such as:

  • Folk dances like Karagam, Mayilattam, and Poikkal Kuthirai Attam.
  • Silambattam (martial arts) demonstrations that are energetic and thrilling.
  • Classical Carnatic music and Bharatanatyam performances for a graceful glimpse into South Indian artistry.

These live shows transform the wedding into a cultural spectacle, leaving international guests with lasting memories.

Fun & Unique Experiences

We also set up engaging stalls such as Kili Josiyam (parrot fortune telling) that fascinate foreign guests with its charm and authenticity. These small cultural touches make the celebration interactive and memorable.

Destination & Heritage Tours

Since many guests travel long distances to be part of the wedding, we organize curated excursions around Chennai. Popular options include:

  • A day trip to Mahabalipuram, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Temple and heritage walks in Chennai with professional guides.
  • Shopping tours for silk sarees, jewelry, and handicrafts.

These experiences allow guests to soak in the cultural richness of Tamil Nadu beyond the wedding venue.

Immersive Wedding Decor & Rituals

The decor itself reflects Tamil culture—using elements like temple bells, kolams (rangoli), and banana trees. We also ensure rituals are explained and coordinated smoothly so out-of-town guests can follow along and feel part of the ceremonies.

Lasting Memories for Everyone

By blending vibrant cultural elements with personalized hospitality, Wedding Aaha ensures every guest leaves with stories, pictures, and experiences they’ll treasure forever. It’s not just a wedding—it’s an immersion into the colors, music, and traditions of Chennai.

 

Destination – Beach Wedding Planner

Plan your Beach Destination Wedding on the ECR Coastline with Wedding Ahaa – Be-Spoke Wedding Planners and Wedding Decorators Based in Mylapore Chennai

Chennai has Become the Third Most Sought After Wedding Destination   after Rajasthan and Goa Mainly due to its Amazing Portion of the ECR Shoreline of 160 odd kms from Chennai to Pondicherry with a Plethora of Wedding Venue Choices right from Uber Luxury Five Star Beach Resorts to Be-Spoke Heritage Houses Beach Houses Garden Villas catering to every budget and Need

The ECR Shoreline actually extends for 777 odd kilometers right up to Kanyakumari from Chennai

A Customized Mandap on the soft sands of the Sea. Shimmery Indo Western Razzmatazz Outfits meet Summer Comfort Wear, as shoes make way for Hawaii Slippers   or even barefoot ceremonies, and families make memories against the backdrop of an azure sky and a turquoise blue sea.

For decades, Goa has been the destination of choice for beach weddings, as it offers a variety of Wedding Beach Venues and five-star resorts. When the pandemic hit the Big Fat Indian Wedding Season  in 2020, Chennai’s  east coast road with its amazing Pristine Azure  coastline has slowly emerged as a viable   alternative to Goa, during the wedding season in 2021-22, with resorts and small venues across East Coast Road in Chennai, and Mamallapuram, Right up to Pondicherry going the extra mile, to provide services and Locales that are outstanding  by any Benchmark.

Connectivity plays a big role in selecting wedding venues.  Weddings come to Chennai because of the easy and ubiquitous flight route accessibility, and it has emerged as a preferred destination for both intimate and big weddings, especially with the manifold tourism initiatives of the Tamil Nadu Government. Making Chennai Easily reachable from anywhere in the Globe

The last Year 2022 saw more tourists coming to Mahabalipuram than the Taj Mahal in no small part due to the World Chess Championship held there.

Many global B-B Conferences and Medical Fraternity gatherings and leather Industry Events have contributed to global exposure of the ECR Coastline and Made Mahabalipuram with its amazing Vintage Rock Temples and Cave Temples a Very Well-Known Destination Considering its Connect to the Pandavas and the Mahabharata

Outdoor Wedding Destination Preferences due to the Pandemic has increased Manifold keeping in mind the Safety Factor and Increased Claustrophobia to bring couples to Chennai to create beautiful destination weddings, “Young Couples especially Abroad love to celebrate their weddings in Chennai because of the color and the grandeur of our Weddings mashing together the Old Pristine Rituals and the new trendy Fun elements keeping in mind the sensibilities across Generations

There will be a market for both intimate weddings and the big fat Indian Weddings, which is aided by flight connectivity to Chennai from just about anywhere in the world and great World Class Road infrastructure along the east coast Road

 

What Can Wedding Aaha do for your Beach Wedding ?

Starting from Venue Consultation regarding which Resort right from 5 Star to More Affordable Ones or Beach Houses or Garden Villas Based on your budget and No of Guests – You Can Discuss with us at Wedding Ahaa-To Home in on the Perfect Venue

All kinds of Transport options to ferry your guests from Chennai to your Beach Wedding

Be-Spoke Decoration specific to each Wedding Event, Fun Couple Entry Vehicle Options, Caterers Photographers, Choreographed Dancers, Flash Mobs, Serviced Apartments to Cater to Last Minute Extra Guests Any Kind of Entertainer- Amazing Singers, Orchestra, Mangalavadhyam Troupes ,Dhol Chenda Melam, DJS, Mcs, Bridal Beauty Makeover Mehendi Girls, Mehendi Stalls, Bridal Trousseau Groom Attire Purchase and Alterations with Be-Spoke Tailors

Any other Specific Wedding Shopping We can Assist You with Vendor Recommendations in Chennai and Even Come Along With You With You as a Personal Shopper

Arabian Tents ,Shamiyanas, Chiavari Chairs, Customized Thambulam Bags, Priests, Wedding Garlands, Bridal Baskets, Wedding Ritual and Event Flow Management and Ritual Paraphernalia Gift Hampers, Welcome kits and Return Gifts for your Guests –Wedding Aaha Does It All

–Whatever u Desire to make it a memorable Destination Fairy Tale Wedding, we will Make it Happen.

Outdoor Wedding Destination Preferences due to the Pandemic has increased Manifold keeping in mind the Safety Factor and Increased Claustrophobia to bring couples to Chennai to create beautiful destination weddings, “Young Couples especially Abroad love to celebrate their weddings in Chennai because of the color and the grandeur of our Weddings mashing together the Old Pristine Rituals and the new trendy Fun elements keeping in mind the sensibilities across Generations

There will be a market for both intimate weddings and the big fat Indian Weddings, which is aided by flight connectivity to Chennai from just about anywhere in the world and great World Class Road infrastructure along the east coast Road

7 Wedding Trends we see Continuing in 2023 in Chennai– Wedding Aaha – Wedding Planners and Decorators Based In Mylapore Chennai India

1 Full Weekend Weddings

With the height of the pandemic mostly behind us, couples are going all in for their Wedding celebrations in 2023. we will see more of the full wedding weekend itinerary and couples’ making the most out of their wedding celebration fixed in the weekends to make it convenient for all their friends from out of station and their extended family to join them From Wedding Events Sangeet nites After parties, It’s a full weekend of celebrating and we are all in for it. Custom Gift Hampers filled with local goodies and a fan printed itinerary will make your guests feel like this weekend is a whole new fun experience for them too. Couples round up Amazing City or Destination
Beach Weekend Venues.

2 Be-Spoke Statement

Wedding Decor Based on the Couples Unique Likes Dramatic, statement floral installations have been making their way into the wedding scene over the past several months and we think this is going to continue as a 2023 wedding trend. Hanging floral installations and Differential totally Customized Decor Themes whether made from greenery or packed with radical Floral blooms will
make a big statement of your wedding Vibe In 2023 we will see even more zany and radical approaches to wedding Decor by Having Receptions in exotic floral hues , creating decor structures in all different shapes and sizes and themes . We personally love this fresh approach to statement wedding Decor .

3 Radical After Wedding Parties For Friends

With Customized Cocktails, EDM music ,Radical Attire, Theme Differential Global Food Menu , Different Types of Entertainment spanning local chennai tamil Folk
Dances like Karagam Performances like Local Arts or the Turkish Tanoura for all you know –Anything to make it absolutely amazing Indian Wedding Experience for your Friends who have come in from all over the World Destination Beach Weddings Destination Beach Weddings along the ECR will continue to be very much in favor as Couples Prefer a diffrential fun wedding as outdoor weddings have caught on big time reinforced after the pandemic also

5 Radical Engagement Ideation

You want to propose Underwater or maybe Surfing Together Or on a Rooftop restaurant with a Guitarist playing your girls Favorite Song Or maybe your Dog will Bring the Engagement RingSurprise Wedding Events Planning will get More Radical And Zany

6 Sustainable Weddings

We See Couples Nowadays been much more Planet Conscious Whether its re-Cycling of Wedding Flowers or giving away left over wedding food to a cause These Trends are going to Continue and Increase.

7 Indianess Culture and Retro Themes

To Make it Fun and Unique and also a great cultural integration for your Global Wedding Guests. Showcasing our local dances or martial arts like kalari or silambattam Having A kili Josiam stall maybe a retro music nite showcasing attire of the 60s and 70s film stars to make one event fun for the older generation A retro candy stall Goli Sodas to Chill We expect this trend to continue

Look at these Five Significant Tips While Hiring a Budget Wedding Planner

The first thing while planning for a marriage is the budget or the cost incurred on this special day. With prices of materials, food items, decors, etc. becoming expensive, it is a great idea to consult budget wedding planners. They will not only help you to plan your big day but will also cut down on the unnecessary expenses. Here are a few tips to choose the best one for your wedding:

Research! Research and Research

One must do their homework of finding out a budget and experienced wedding planner. You can visit the sites of varied companies online and decide by looking at the cost and other services stated on their site. People must seek their awards, membership, years of working in this field, and much more.

Set for a Meeting

Get ready with your ideas, pictures of your desired marriage functions, magazine cutouts, etc. before meeting your budget wedding planners. Collection of the required material will help the planner to get your thoughts on the table. Discuss about your tastes, color preferences, theme, food items, etc. Accordingly, they can advise and plan your wedding without making a huge hole in your pocket.

Seek Experienced Professionals

It is your dream day so a professional must carry out its organization and planning. The families can shortlist the potential planner companies having the best organization of affordable marriage ceremonies in a gala way. They must look at their experience, seek for client handling, venues that they have chosen for their prospective clients, and so on. You can look out for the pictures of their recent ceremonies to get a full insight into their work.

Discuss Your Budget Openly

Convey your preferences about a particular theme, preparations, etc. and discuss the charges with a professional company. Converse everything about the hidden charges if any, discounts, packages offered to clients, and much more. Most of the budget wedding planners charge an hourly basis, and some others have a flat rate. You can choose them according to your set budget.

Close the Deal Wisely

The bride and groom must take some time before finalizing their wedding planner. Consult with your family members and have a detailed talk with the planner’s previous customers, checking reviews, comparing costs, etc. You can then finalize the best and cost-effective company. Seal your deal by signing a contract between both the parties to have everything on paper, and you are secured too.

To wrap up, people must minutely look out on every detail while planning for this auspicious occasion so that they can have a fantastic and enjoyable wedding.

Major Expense Heads for a Wedding

(1) Mandapams/Hotel/Destination Resort -Venue Expense
(2) FOOD (Any cuisine)
(3) Decor-Stage decor, mandapam decor, car decor, Entrance vaazha marams and pandhal, Name boards and welcomeboards
(4) Photography and Videography-Traditional, Candid and movies
(5) Invites-Save the date, Engagement and kalyanam
(6) Ritual Mgmt-Priests based on faith /Articles Required.
(7) Return Gifts/Exchange Gifts/Gift Hampers.
(8) Guest Management/Travel & Transportation costs
(9) Serviced Apts/Hotels for relatives and friends near Venue.
(10) Personal shopper/Bespoke Jeweller/Dress Maker/Tailors.
(11) Beauty & Make Up Services.
(12) Jewellery/Dresses/Trousseau /Accessories.
(13) Artists-Bands/Tattooists/Mehendi/MC/DJ/Dancers Etc
(14) Various Extra stalls for Food /Reception-Eg Photo Booth/Chats/Mehendi/Tatoo etc
(15) Entertainment-Classical/Western/Gold Shower/Dance Floor Sangeeth, Mangala Vadhyam etc
(16) Post weddinng Religious trips
(17) Honeymoon packages

Aaha Points from Couples who have got Married

1. Always stick to a wedding budget and work backwords.

Weddings are emotional and go overboard very easily in India.

You dont want to spend the first five years of your married life paying off your marriage debts or helping your folks settle it off.

2. Invite only guests who actually like you –every guest costs.
3. Keep track of your return gifts-Every family will have an aunt who takes seven gifts for her family back home.
4. Try and Re Try your wedding dresses before the big day-you might find out that your dress is tight when you sit or the zipper is not working.
5. Ask someone to keep some packed food for both of you just in case you both forget to eat after your tired reception.
6. Keep drinking water all the time-you will be so busy talking to guests the whole day youll forget to drink water-this has happened to lot of couples who Land up getting cramps on their wedding nite.
7. Make sure that you plan your honeymoon separately as sometimes parents will join you in the Indian context and they will club it with some religious agenda it is not healthy for you as couple as the honeymoon is mainly to understand each other emotionally as a couple for the long happy life ahead.
8. Make sure your photographer is really good-the photos cannot be taken again.
9. Check out safety and security of the honeymoon destination you are going to Especially a foreign country.

Eco Friendly Weddings/Events

We had a eco Friendly Zero Plastic completely bio degradable Décor done a few days back for one of our esteemed customers daughters cradle day ceremony.

Nowadays the theme is all about planet sensitivity and sustainability

What are the simple things that you can do to make your event of wedding eco friendly.

First Things first

  1. Don’t Waste food- Ask your caterer to tie up with an old age home to share all your left over food.
  2. Can we do away with plastic plates and plastic water bottles –keep a pot of herbal water at vantage points for people to drink.
  3. Can we use E Invites Instead of Wasting paper.
  4. Can we use recyclable flowers which can be reused as fertilizer-yes it is available as an option in India.
  5. Can we use an invite made of seeds –called a seed invite which can be planted later as a plant.
  6. Can we use recyclable bags for thamboolam.
  7. Can we give a sapling to every guest as a return gift thus helping making to make the planet greener
  8. Can we take a vow not to use crackers at our wedding and use New age gizmos like cold pyro or gold showers.
  9. Can we ask guests to car pool or cycle to our wedding nowadays cycling is very hip and in.
  10. Back drops can be done with all kinds of biodegradable plants and leaves which can then be used as fodder for animals thus completing the cycle of life.

These are just idea starters and we can think of many ways to make our wedding a green wedding as much as possible –Ask your wedding Planner for Ideas.

Top ten budget friendly wedding honeymoon destinations for couples Which are outside India

1. Dubai

-It’s a absolutely zany fun place full of Aaha Moments

Right From the Dubai Frame to the top of the Burj Khalifa to an amazing abra boat ride in the backwaters of the Dubai CREEK to the world’s biggest shopping malls Dubai is absolute fun. Take a Desert Safari or Ride an ATV in the sands.

Go To wild wadi Or The Atlantis for amazing water rides or sky dive over the Jumeirah Palm-Dubai Has a Million Options For an Unforgettable Honeymoon.

2. Hong Kong and Macau, China

Hong Kong has some aaha moments for honeymooners. Explore the sights in the city, and enjoy superb views of the island from the vantage point at Victoria Park. Visit the Buddha temple on the mountain top absolutely serene Indulge in a culinary feast in swish restaurants or at local markets.  Go the the night market –absolute fun.Head to Macau, which is known for its vibrant casinos but also, makes for a great honeymoon destination. It has got an amazing hotel which is an replica of venice and its gondolas Take a romantic walk on Fisherman’s Wharf. Flights available from all major Indian cities, and Macau is an hour’s ferry ride from Hongkong.

3. Malaysia

With its blend of culture, nightlife and charming countryside, there is no reason why Malaysia doesn’t belong to our list of the best honeymoon destinations outside India. Start your trip in the capital, Kuala Lumpur. Have a look at the amazing Petronas Towers made by a man of Indian origin.After you’ve explored the city, head to Genting Highlands or one of the islands. Pangkor Laut is pure luxury and bliss – just what you want on your honeymoon. Langkawi with its serene beaches will provide for quality time with your loved one. For a taste of the colonial influence, visit the Cameron Highlands where the rolling hills and tea plantations make for a romantic time. Street food is so much fun shopping pure bliss in the malls in Kl.

4. Thailand

Did you get bowled over by the shooting locations when you watched the movie “The Beach”? Did you vow to yourself that you would take your special someone there when the time came? Well, Thailand, is one of the best honeymoon destinations in the world.. The gorgeous Koh Phi Phi island in Thailand is a popular honeymoon destination, as is Koh Samui. Cheap flights to Thailand are available from Air Asia are available from all major cities in India, and you can then take a domestic flight to your destination of choice. Spend your days lazing on the beach and your evenings enjoying the nightlife in these vibrant places. Walking street in pattaya is absolute fun.

You can discover each other’s adventurous side with a plethora of activities like snorkeling, underwater walk, parasailing in pattaya.

Bangkok –You can just walk around Sukhumvet and have a super time with the night life and the malls

5. Sri Lanka

If you both are beach persons Srilanka has got the best beaches in the World.

A treasure so close to home: that is Sri Lanka for you.  The resorts in Bentota, Galle and other beaches are world-class, giving honeymooners the much-needed privacy and pampering. If you want to escape to the hills, there is no place like Nuwara Eliya, where it is pure bliss to sit and share a cup of tea and a piece of cake with your partner. With scenic waterfalls, tea plantations and impressive colonial buildings, it is a great choice for honeymooners. Several Indian airlines offer reasonably priced tickets to colombo and the frequency of flights are quite good.

6 Singapore

Go for a round in the Singapore flyer or catapult yourself at clarkes quay or just sit together and have a coffee in the snazzy orchard road in Singapore.

Take the metro and do some amazing shopping in Chinatown or just go to clarks quay and just sit and trip in one of the many bars in the evening together listeningTo different bands of eclectic music.

Spend a day in sentoza island and universal kingdom and relive your childhood.

7 Jordan

Want an offbeat different place try which is not expensive try  Jordan –it has got one of seven wonders of the World the ancient city of Petra great greek Mediterranean  and Arabic cuisine the best in the world   and shisha joints in Amman where you can chill out go spend a couple of days in the middle of the desert at Wadi Rum where the movie The Martian was Shot Absolutely surreal experience. Jordan has got great climate year round

8 Bali, Indonesia

Several Indian cities are now well connected by flights to Bali. With its attractive beaches, rich, green rice paddies, beautifully sculpted temples all around and delicious seafood, Bali is truly one of the most romantic honeymoon destinations outside India. Seminyak and kuta beaches in southern Bali are world class and amazing fun with all kinds of adventure activities and surfing.  You and your partner can enjoy All kinds of adventure at Nusa Dua. Go White river rafting and Get a taste of the amazing Balinese jungles by staying a couple of days at Ubud. Stroll along the rice paddies, and finally treat yourselves to a fabulous Balinese massage or a foot massage at one of the many lovely spas that are everywhere

9. Maldives

You’ve always seen pictures of those thatched roof resorts perched right in the middle of the turquoise blue ocean and wondered when you’d go there. A honeymoon is the perfect time, don’t you think? If you are a beach person Maldives with its brilliantly colored sea life, coral reefs and clear waters is enough to make you dizzy with love. You can rent a cottage away from everybody in the resort perfect for a honeymoon. For all the water sports enthusiasts, you can get a Padi certification in scuba diving, or go kayaking with your partner.

10 Nepal

The wondrous site of the Himalayas if you are a mountain person makes for

An exciting honeymoon with your partner.Sip a chai at the amazing cafes listening

To trance music looking at the mountains in the backdrop, go trekking in the forest

And the hills and vow to remain best friends and lovers for the rest of your life.