The Caribbean. Mexico. Hawaii. These destinations have been extending their siren
calls to newlyweds for decades. And for good reason: Just when you thought you
knew them, they manage to reveal another wonderful secret, whether it's a
hidden beach, a charming town, or an under-the-radar island. Find out how to
enjoy each region, both on and off the beaten path.
Eleuthera,
Bahamas
East of Providence Island (home to Nassau), this speck of sand
is unspoiled and decidedly chill.
Tobago
Expect verdant mountains aflutter with exotic birds, and beaches
that could have jumped off your screensaver.
Riviera Maya, Mexico
Two words: Mexican Caribbean -- a.k.a. 70 miles of glorious
white sand, reefs teeming with fish friends, and aqua water stretching down the
eastern Yucatan Peninsula.
Todos Santos, Mexico
This sunbaked town draws surfers to its swells, painters to its
honeyed desert light, and foodies to its farm-to-table fare.
Oaxaca City, Mexico
In a high southern valley, this colonial city has cobblestone
streets, art galleries, exceptional cuisine, and leafy plazas where marimba
bands serenade cafe-lingerers into the night.
Isla Holbox, Mexico
Shoes seem silly once you step from the ferry onto the sand
streets of this carfree isle off the tip of the Yucatan.
Oahu, Hawaii
This island's authentic best lies beyond its iconic strip, on
wild coastal roads, orchid-lined trails, and pocket beaches.
Lanai, Hawaii
This rural escape is Hawaii unplugged -- ideal for pairs who are
happy with leisurely days and wide-open spaces.
Big Island, Hawaii
This island deserves to be seen from more vantage points than
just the one -- as sweet as it is -- you get from a beach chair.