It is a new year, or something close to a new year. Valentine’s Day was just over, and everybody knows what this means. Love is in the air, filling our lungs and we happily breathe it in…and out. What a lovely time to have someone to cherish and love. What a lovely time to take the relationship to the next level. You know what I am talking about, it is time to get married. For those who have already crossed that bridge, all is well and it is time to jump on a plane, a train or a boat, and sail away to your honeymoon destination.
There is some good news for the hundreds of newlyweds out here, looking for a place to cement the budding relationship you and your partner have carefully cultivated. Cambodia is calling for all of you. For those who still need convincing, this is what we are here for. We will give you the reasons to make Cambodia your honeymoon destination. We will charm you with the sights and excitements only Cambodia can offer. We will make you realize that Cambodia is, and will forever be your best honeymoon destination in 2017. Cambodia honeymoon destination will be the mantra that will take you all the way to south-east Asia. When you honeymoon in Cambodia, you will make lasting memories that will carry on for years and years to come.
SIEM REAP
Siem Reap is a beautiful city in Cambodia. Located in towards the north of Cambodia, Siem Reap brags a variety of activities and locations that can kick-start your honeymoon in Cambodia with a bang. Within the province of Siem Reap you can find the Angkor stone ruins. Angkor was the capital city of the Khmer Empire, which ruled between the 9th and the 15th Century to be exact. Within the capital city of Angkor lies the Angkor Wat, the largest temple in Cambodia.
The Angkor Wat was built around the 12th Century, and is the national symbol of Cambodia. The sheer magnificence and strength of the Angkor Wat temple can serve as a comparison to your marriage. For a temple to stand strong all these centuries, to brave the hardships of mother nature and still stands till today, it’s foundations had to have the strengths of a thousand nations. When you and your partner witness the Angkor Wat, the strength of the temple will be reflected in your marriage. Nothing will come between you and your partner till death does you part. You will have the Angkor Wat, and yourselves to thank for this.
Read more: Siem Reap travel guide
SIHANOUKVILLE PROVINCE
Are you and your partner looking to relax and enjoy each other’s company during your Cambodian honeymoon? Are you planning to get to know each other just a little bit more, since you already know almost everything about your partner already? If this is so, the Sihanoukville Province is the Cambodia honeymoon destination for you. Enjoy the sandy beaches while you sip your cold refreshing drinks all day. In need for a little more adrenaline? Kayak to the nearby islands like Koh Rong.
For the taste of the wild side of Cambodia, visit Ream National Park, located about 20 kilometers from Sihanoukville city. At the Ream National park, your partner and you can trek the primary forest and hop into a boat for a once in a lifetime tour of the coastal mangroves. The Ream National Part also brings with it long stretches of serene beaches, a place for you and your partner to really get some alone time. The Ream National Park is the place to be when you and your partner want some peace and tranquility, away from all the hustle and bustle of the Sihanoukville city.
While having the best honeymoon of your lives, as a couple you can witness the untouched beauty of the Ream National Park while also bringing some economic development to the people around the Ream. Talk about making lasting memories and saving the environment at the same time, check that off your bucket list!
Keep reading: Sihanoukville beach travel guide
MEKONG RIVER
The Mekong River is the 12th longest river in the whole world. It flows through China, Laos, Thailand, Myanmar and finally into Cambodia. By the time the Mekong river enters Cambodia, over 95% of the flows have already joined the river thus increasing its size and bringing various marine life and activities with it. As you tour the Mekong River as a couple, you can bet to find some friendly dolphins swimming along your boat. These gentle marine creatures are man’s best friend, right after dogs.
Enjoy swimming with the dolphins, and bonding with the environment around the Mekong delta with your partner during your honeymoon in Cambodia. Apart from swimming with the dolphins, you can rent a bike and cycle along the Mekong River, getting a view of the natural beauty first hand. As you tour the Mekong River, you will come across various river towns, each with its own unique history. The people living in these river towns will open their hearts out to you and make sure your time in Cambodia will count as an unforgettable experience.
These are not the only reasons to make Cambodia your honeymoon destination this year, there are many more that have not been mentioned yet, and are just waiting for you to come experience them in person. Among other exciting destinations are Battambang which offers circuses, caves, temples and a unique nightlife. The town of Kampot brings along casinos, backpacking adventures and zoos, not forgetting the rivers. These destinations are just the tip of the iceberg.
Make sure to honeymoon in Cambodia this year to figure out the rest. Apart from all these exotic destinations, there is also the topic of affordable touring. Cambodia is the most pocket-friendly honeymoon destination in the market. For that young couple looking to fly out for a honeymoon destination but is low on cash, Cambodia is the place to be.
Just because Cambodia offers exciting adventures for just a fraction of the price for the same experience elsewhere, it does not damp down the quality of service. Be assured. Besides, the happy-go-lucky attitude of the Cambodian people would bring a smile to your face anyway. Do you really need any more convincing? No, I did not think so myself. It is settled then, the trophy for best honeymoon destination 2017 goes to Cambodia, without a doubt. Book your tickets to Cambodia today!
