HONEYMOON DESTINATIONS: LOVER'S PARADISE

ESPERANZA, CABO SAN LUCAS, MEXICO

Ranked among the best resorts in the world and set on 17 acres of lush garden overlooking the Sea of Cortez, Esperanza is the perfect lover's paradise. With 50-ocean view casitas and six luxury suites, all rooms are decorated in a casually elegant Baja style, with original artwork, handcrafted furnishings and hammocks on the terrace to snuggle up in and while away lazy sun-soaked afternoons.

NALADHU, MALDIVES

Sparkling white sand, turquoise lagoon waters, tiki torches on the beach and just the two of you. Welcome to Naladhu, the ultimate Maldavian hideaway. A private tropical island, this is barefoot luxury at its best - all outdoor bathrooms, private infinity pools, elegant hardwood floors and crisp white lined with a thread-count so hugh it's practically off the scale. Exclusive. And exquisite.

UMA UBUD, BALI

Part of Christina Ong's super chic Como empire, Uma Ubud makes a beautiful base on the paradise island of Bali. If you can bear to leave the luxurious resort surroundings then get active and explore nearby temples, visit local villages or trek in Bali's lush backcountry. However, if simply relaxing together is your thing, then lounge by the jade green pool, indulge in the locally grown organic produce and don't miss the spa. Internationally renowned among treatment junkies, the Como Shambala centre is the ultimate chill-out zone, so be sure to try some traditional Balinese massages.

INTERCONTINENTAL NAIROBI

Maybe it's because the romance of Out of Africa never seems to fade, or maybe it's because taking a hot air balloon over the Mara or waking up in a luxury tent to a view of the African plains simply can't be beaten. Whatever the reason, safari remains a top honeymoon choice. But accessing the great game lodges can be difficult, and stopovers in Nairobi have, in the past, proven to be a disappointing start to the trip of a lifetime. Not anymore. The recent total refurbishment at the Intercontinental Nairobi will ensure that your first nigh on the continent will be stylish, swish and super posh.