***The Honeymoon***
By DianneN
@DianneN (246792)
United States
April 19, 2017 3:43pm CST
As many of my friends know, our younger son will be married this coming October. It boggles the mind just to plan a honeymoon, nevermind the wedding itself.
One of the gifts to our son is their honeymoon. He has a travel agent, but has consulted us with every detail. The reservations and deposits are done.
Since both have been to Europe multiple times, we suggested they go elsewhere. Europe is magnificent, but close enough to visit anytime.
They are going to Hong Kong, Cambodia, Bali, and Wakatobi. Since they are scuba divers, Wakatobi is the second best place in the world to dive. The other place wasn't appropriate for the time of year they are going.
The photo above shows Wakatobi, an island in Indonesia. It is eco friendly. They will stay in a private villa on the beach with its own pool, private chef, and maid service. They will have their own boat and captain to take them out to sea to dive daily. No suntan lotions or deodorants are allowed when diving, to protect the reefs and sea life.
It's their dream come true. Too bad we can't go with them! 
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51 responses
@hereandthere (45651)
• Philippines
20 Apr 17
i love the stairs leading down to the water. i thought wakatobi would be in hawaii.
i never thought that suntan lotion and deodorant would affect the reefs and marine life. i learned something.
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@DianneN (246792)
• United States
20 Apr 17
@HAPPSINGH Good evening? I'm planning on a relaxing day. I was so busy yesterday.
@LovingMyBabies (85127)
• Valdosta, Georgia
19 Apr 17
It looks amazing! I hope they have an amazing time when they go-I am sure they will.
One day I hope my husband and I can have a honeymoon, since we never went on one after we got married.
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@lovinangelsinstead21 (36850)
• Pamplona, Spain
20 Apr 17
Is that the place in the photo?
Its wonderful and you are both so generous to pay for all that.
Wishing them all the best if I did not say it any other time.
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@lovinangelsinstead21 (36850)
• Pamplona, Spain
21 Apr 17
@DianneN
Fabulous is all I can say and all that time to enjoy themselves.
Lots of happiness ahead for them.
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@DianneN (246792)
• United States
21 Apr 17
@lovinangelsinstead21 Thanks so much. We are going out to dinner with them tonight.
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@infatuatedbby (95001)
• United States
22 Apr 17
That is a dream come true! That's a lovely gift to receive ~ they both will have a relaxing time. They can share back great photos and memories for you though heheheh
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@infatuatedbby (95001)
• United States
24 Apr 17
@DianneN I never used WhatsApp before but my relatives in Vietnam are telling my dad to use Viper (free too) I think!?
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@DianneN (246792)
• United States
29 Apr 17
@infatuatedbby I never heard of Vioer, but why not if it's free and works? 
@moffittjc (118442)
• Gainesville, Florida
20 Apr 17
That sounds like a dream come true for your son!
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@moffittjc (118442)
• Gainesville, Florida
20 Apr 17
@DianneN You better hope they come back! They may like it so much over there that they may decide to stay permanently!
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@DianneN (246792)
• United States
20 Apr 17
@moffittjc You laugh! Our older son met a girl from Thailand when he was working in Singapore for 6 weeks. He almost didn't come home!!!!!
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@Happy2BeMe (99399)
• Canada
19 Apr 17
Sounds perfect. They will have lots of stories to tell whether they get back.
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@khaledsifou (317)
• Algeria
20 Apr 17
waooooo wish them the best honeymoon over whereever they go. i think the best for them to go to peacful and calm places..; maldivies are the best i think. lol
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@DianneN (246792)
• United States
21 Apr 17
@khaledsifou Yes. Hong Kong, Cambodia, Bali, Wakatobi, back to Bali, then Hong Kong, then home, with a stop in Vancouver. Lol!
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@khaledsifou (317)
• Algeria
21 Apr 17
@DianneN xish them te best... i wish meet my princess soon and take her in a trip like this lol.
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@katsmeow1213 (28717)
• United States
20 Apr 17
What a gift!! Sounds like a wonderful, beautiful trip! I know travel planning can be time consuming and a bit of a pain. I tend to enjoy it, but it's slightly more annoying when you're on a tight budget!
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@katsmeow1213 (28717)
• United States
20 Apr 17
@DianneN is United one of them? Lol
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@DianneN (246792)
• United States
20 Apr 17
@katsmeow1213 Lol! 
No, Cathay Pacific and Singapore Airlines.
No, Cathay Pacific and Singapore Airlines.
@DianneN (246792)
• United States
21 Apr 17
They will have the honeymoon of their choice, with lots to see, do, and of course, relaxation. Thanks so much. We paid for our older son's honeymoon to New Zealand and Fiji, too. As a parent, you know what you do for one, you have to do for the other. It's our pleasure. We are so excited for them.
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@garymarsh6 (23393)
• United Kingdom
24 Apr 17
What a delightful honeymoon. It would be worth getting married just for the adventure! What a fantastic trip you and your husband are so very very kind! I bet they are counting down the days!
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@garymarsh6 (23393)
• United Kingdom
24 Apr 17
@DianneN They would do well to eat some of the local foods. The experience is amazing. The food courts with street foods are renowned for being some of the best. They must visit Angkor Wat in Cambodia. This place actually made me cry when I saw it with my own eyes! I felt very humbled.
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@DianneN (246792)
• United States
24 Apr 17
@garymarsh6 They already have plans to eat at some highly recommended street stalls in Hong Kong. Angkor Wat is one of the main reasons my son wants to visit Cambodia. Thanks so much for your suggestions! My son researches everything single thing wherever he goes. Lol!
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@fishtiger58 (29823)
• Momence, Illinois
20 Apr 17
That sounds wonderful lucky them to have parents like you guys. My niece is now pregnant and we are anxious for the arrival of the wee one, she was married last March and they went to Ireland on their honeymoon.
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@DianneN (246792)
• United States
23 Apr 17
@fishtiger58 I'll go with you anytime! It's fairly close and magnificent!
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@DianneN (246792)
• United States
21 Apr 17
How exciting! I can't wait for a wee one from them. I hope it happens soon after the wedding. They went to Ireland about two years ago, before returning to Paris. I'm sure their travel will be curtailed once a baby arrives. Btw, Ireland is just wonderful! Have you been there?
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@fishtiger58 (29823)
• Momence, Illinois
23 Apr 17
@DianneN I haven't been to Ireland, but would love to visit. My niece's pics are wonderful.
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@Jeanniemaries (8237)
• United States
21 Apr 17
Sounds very exotic and wonderful!
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@DianneN (246792)
• United States
22 Apr 17
@Jeanniemaries We just returned from dinner with them. Half the time we talked about the places they'll visit, the things they will do, and the restaurants to try. I'm so excited for them!
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@Jeanniemaries (8237)
• United States
21 Apr 17
@DianneN That is a beautiful picture! It's really wonderful plans and a nice amount of time to anticipate it.
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