The best honeymoon vacation is the all-inclusive, romantic cruise. Aboard a hulk of a ship, you’ll enjoy entertaining shows by musicians, comedians, hypnotists and theatrical performers. You’ll enjoy anytime dining in a variety of restaurants, cafes, bistros and bars. You can swim in pools, watch movies under the stars, soak in Jacuzzi tubs, receive massages at the spa, gamble in the casinos, play mini-golf, take dance lessons or a cooking class, and shop for souvenirs. Once your ship reaches port, you’ll have the opportunity to purchase some additional tours or adventures on the island. Here are some of the most romantic travel destinations in the Caribbean islands.

San Juan, Puerto Rico is an intriguing US territory and a popular honeymoon vacation stop. In New San Juan, you’ll find McDonald’s and American cuisine, fancy hotel resorts, business districts and trendy bars. In Old San Juan, you’ll encounter an exotic blend of Spanish, Italian and South American influences that are very much akin to Cuba. You’ll see preserved 16th century architecture, forts, antique shops, pastel buildings, cobblestone streets and stunning cathedrals.

History lovers will appreciate the El Morro fort, San Cristobal Fort, La Fortaleza, Catedral de San Juan and Museo Pablo Casals. The Bacardi Rum Factory can add a little fun to your romantic weekend and, if you’re feeling lucky, try your hand at the Sheraton or Ritz-Carlton casinos. Waterfalls and wildflowers await a scenic stroll at El Yunque rainforest.

St. Thomas is included on nearly every honeymoon vacation itinerary for cruises going to the Caribbean, the Bahamas, South America and Panama. Magen’s Bay is arguably one of the world’s most beautiful beaches, which also includes amenities like restaurants, bars and swim-wear shops. Water Island’s Honeymoon Beach is a favorite among locals who just want to soak up the sun and lie amid the coconut groves, without rowdy bars and zealous shoppers. Snorkeling fans frequent the world-famous Trunk Bay, bikers love the Water Island bike excursion, experienced divers visit Coki Point and golfers stop at Mahogany Run, a course overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. St. Thomas is also a shopper’s paradise, so if your island vacation must include some great bargains, this stop will be worth your while.

Bonaire is a strange sort of honeymoon vacation paradise. Tall cacti line the plateaus, earning the island the nickname “Arizona By The Sea.” If you’re lucky, you’ll also catch a glimpse of shy flamingos, gray donkeys and wild horses that inhabit the island. Bonaire is much more laid-back than flashy Aruba, with all its casinos and parties. Instead, the people of Bonaire invite you to take a dive into their more than 86 dive spots at Bonaire National Marine Park or interact with reef animals at Touch By the Sea. You can visit a Donkey Sanctuary; ride horses to mangroves, flamingos and ocean waters; go deep sea fishing with Captain Chris Morkos; windsurf at Lac Bay Beach; snag a romantic island vacation meal at Zeezicht; visit the historic slave village of Rincon; and take a two-hour tour through Goto Meer and Goto Lake for flamingo and cactus viewing.

Your honeymoon vacation will create memories that will last forever, so it’s important that you plan it carefully. Many couples choose to go on cruises, and this can be a good value if you do your homework.

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