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Dominican Republic- the cheapest of all the Caribbean Islands, this is as tropical as they come, you will be able to tell her she is the “coolest cat in town”. This island is
idyllic getting around the island on the bus is only R16. The beaches stretch for miles and the azure of the wa- ter blue is almost blinding. And so is love, but you have stars in your eyes. Take her here.
•Honduras- this is the underdog of all the holiday des- tinations in South America. The white sandy beaches compete with those of the Maldives and scuba divers compare it to the Red Sea, breathtaking. The booze is cheap. And the food here is superb, steak sandwiches and the traditional Honduras baguettes are a household favourite.
•Bolivia is very rustic and tourism is still growing. The museums are still dirt cheap and the food is superb. Hearty.
•Bulgaria- very often disregarded as a holiday desti- nation. But, the beaches here are tranquil, this Balkan country is rich and scenic, and the mountain ranges are just waiting to be hiked across. The Brits have made it a popular holiday destination of the last few years. The resorts offer incredible low prices.
•Cambodia- one of the most popular destinations in South East Asia. So rich in its heritage and picturesque iconic historical sites. So many temples. This is a must see destination. Perfect for young honeymooners. •India- this has been a hot favourite destination to trav- el to for decades. Who doesn’t like a good Indian curry? And its cheap. There aren’t many places you can travel to that are as cost effective as India . The Temple Town of Gokarna has spectacular beaches, the temple and shrines will make you want to take up poetry. Mumbai’s street markets and stalls have the meanest kebabs and other authentic Indian foods. A budget honeymoon can come in at less than R700 a day per person. Thats good bang for your buck.
•Vietnam- “good morning Vietnam”! The landscapes are vivid, the foods are amazing and the energy is unmis- takable. Vietnam is astonishing, energetic yet tranquil at the same time. Vietnam also has a thriving nightlife. The food is world-renowned, tasty. The water ways in the Paddy Fields a memorable adventure. The beaches are beautiful. A budget honeymoon that is top shelf.