Fall asleep at night to the sound of the sea moving directly beneath your secluded quarters and wake up to a sunrise that’s like an exclusive private party just for you and your newly betrothed. Although traditional suites have their place in the vacation arena, an overwater bungalow is prized as a top honeymoon and anniversary destination for the scenery, the privacy and the exclusivity that only these individual hideaways can bring. Your own personal overwater bungalow has no corridors, lobbies or dining rooms — it’s just the two of you surrounded by natural beauty, island breezes, warm sunshine and the clean ocean air. Consider the fabulous options below.
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Royalton Antigua, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
One of the most renowned locations for sumptuous overwater bungalows, this Blue Diamond property offers Junior, Chairman and Presidential Overwater Suites. Each provides such luxuries as your own private pool, a glass floor that gives you a chance to spy marine life in its natural habitat and an in-room tub that allows you to soak the sea salt away while sipping contentedly from a delicate flute of bubbly.
Your own personal butler will help ensure that your every need is fulfilled, from in-room dining requests to wardrobe selection, Jacuzzi prep and restaurant reservations (should you decide to leave your room). Dreaming of a before-dinner martini, with a twist of lemon? Simply summon your butler who will be happy to prepare it for you — shaken, not stirred.
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Baglioni Maldives Luxury All-Inclusive
This luxurious retreat is hidden away on Malé Island, one of the most remote atolls in the world. Overwater villas on stilts above crystalline ocean waters are linked to the island via a raised wooden walkway. Honeymooners get exactly the kind of seclusion they want while also reaping the benefits of the discreet, attentive service provided by the trained staff.
Spend the afternoon tanning on your private sun deck with pool, then rinse off in your deep soaking tub while enjoying the prime views provided by this stunning island location. Order dinner to be delivered and served alfresco and decide at the last minute whether to wear your best dress with pearls and heels or a soft, fluffy bathrobe.
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Riu Palace Maldives
The warm waters of the Indian Ocean await at the bottom of the steps to your contemporary overwater suite at this 4-star resort. In this part of the world, the water is so clear you need only peer into it from the edge of your personal island oasis to clearly see the sandy bottom. On a calm afternoon, you may be treated to the sight of a turtle, its massive bulk rendered nearly weightless in the sea, or a ray, gracefully gliding through the water like a bird floating on a trade wind.
Let the sun’s rays heat your bathwater in your outdoor soaking tub, stretch out for a luxurious nap together on your Bali bed and take advantage of the privacy your very own infinity pool offers. Raise a toast to the good life — the one you’re starting together, right now.
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Sandals Resorts
Closer to home, Sandals Resorts features overwater bungalows at Sandals Royal Caribbean and Sandals South Coast (both in Jamaica), Sandals Grande St. Lucian and Sandals Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. Steep in your outdoor Tranquility Soaking Tub while the sun sets, stargaze while cuddling in your overwater hammock or sip an icy cocktail in your private infinity pool. Refill your glasses as often you wish — the in-room minibar will be stocked to your liking. For superior luxury, book your honeymoon at the new Sandals Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, where the two-story overwater honeymoon bungalows are reminiscent of a real-life Barbie Dreamhouse (minus all the pink).
