10 honeymoon destinations that cost less than $500 & yet are still so damn romantic

Last Updated on 2016-05-19 , 1:52 pm

After getting the rings, paying your BTO downpayment and spending a bomb on the wedding, many couples probably don’t have much money left to splurge on their honeymoon. However, there is no need to totally skip it or even skimp on it so much that you end up at a hotel in Johor Bahru. These destinations are so cheap that you can spend a week or even two there without busting your credit card limit, but still doesn’t lose out in terms of the romantic atmosphere and setting!

Bali

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Yes, it’s been done to death, but nothing is more romantic than walking along the pristine white beaches hand-in-hand and watching blazing sunsets together right? Plus, its popularity also means that the tourist infrastructure is already in place – you don’t want to ruin your honeymoon with a crappy waiter who can’t even understand English.

Lombok

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Or if you don’t want to visit such a touristy destination, Lombok is another island you can explore. They have equally beautiful beaches and resorts, surrounded by high mountains and greenery. Perfect tropical getaway!

Langkawi

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Of course, when it comes to tropical honeymoons, we can’t miss out the Malaysian equivalent. Plus, the ringgit is so low now that everything is super budget-friendly!

Da Nang

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Although it’s a coastal city, it is also perfect as a base to get away from the beach and visit the cities of Hoi An and Hue as day trips.

Palawan, Philippines

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It has the prestigious reputation of “the best island in the world”, voted by over 76,000 people worldwide. Their beaches are nothing like the Palawan beach in Sentosa, by the way, the scenery there is far more breath-taking.

Ko Phi Phi

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This region is a collection of six islands with pristine waters that are perfect for a variety of recreational marine activities.

Ko Lanta

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Although it’s not as well-known as its neighbouring sister Krabi, this island offers a respite from tourists and commercialisation. You will feel as if you have the entire beach to yourselves!

Luang Prabang

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Although Laos is not a common choice for honeymoon, the natural and cultural attractions there will make your honeymoon trip a memorable and fulfilling one.

Sri Lanka

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This hilly country is a favourite of many honeymoon couples who are looking to enjoy a week or two in solitude.

Koh Rong

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Although it takes quite a while to get to this Cambodian island (plane, bus, then ferry), it’s all worth it for the long stretch of sandy beaches and lack of tourist presence.

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