Travel+Leisure India & South Asia — November 2017

TRAVEL + LEISURE WEDDINGS & HONEYMOONS

FOR THE SUBLIME TROPICAL HAVEN

MAURITIUS

Known for its stunning scenery, beautiful beaches,

and warm hospitality, Mauritius is a great choice for

pre-wedding photoshoots. Whether you pick one of its

awe-inspiring secret beaches or the virtually unknown

mountain ranges, the island helps you celebrate your

love in an extraordinary setting.

The Black River Gorges National Park, which

is in the southwestern mountain ranges of Mauritius,

is great for an outdoorsy couple’s album. Think

rainforests, hills, sparkling waterfalls, and gorges.

Alternatively, adventurous couples can get their

photographs taken while deep sea diving or snorkelling.

THAILAND

If you’re looking for an exotic location, Thailand is the

place to go. There’s more to the country than Bangkok,

Chiang Mai, and Phuket. There are several unique

options in Thailand, some of them include national

parks, ancient Khmer ruins, waterfalls, rainforests,

and hidden beaches such as Koh Lao Liang, Nai Harn

Beach, Koh Kood, and Koh Lipe.

Thailand’s Elephant Conservation Centre, located

in the town of Lampang in northern Thailand, is an

excellent venue where you can bathe elephants and

take elephant rides.

Now that you are here, capture memories at the

Bangkok fl oating market, Buddhist temples, and the

fl ower markets. Another unusual option is Bangkok’s

Central Park, which is known as Lumpini Park. You

can rent boats and paddle around the artifi cial lake

while posing for the camera.

PICKING SIDES

While Mauritius is a year-

round destination, travelling to

Thailand depends on time

of the year. The vibe of Mauritius

is romantic and Thailand is exotic.

Mauritius is suitable for integrated

resort holidays, whereas

Thailand has so much to

see and explore.

From above: To u r i s t a t

the peaceful Buddhist

temple, Wat Pho; a

couple admiring the

Seven Coloured Earths

near Chamarel,

Mauritius. Opposite: The

majestic Niagara Falls.

“A walk on a hidden beach or water

sports such as deep-sea diving or

snorkelling will make your photos unique.”

FROM ABOVE: SHUTTERSTOCK; JUERGEN RITTERBACH/ALAMY —Megha Israni, Photographer