Second Honeymoon

The second honeymoon is now quite a trend. And why not? Life is quite hectic nowadays don’t you think? There is the rat race with increasing levels of competition.

There is rising insecurity as far as jobs are concerned. Obsolescence and competitive pressure. On the kids’ front too, there is enough pressure and competition. This is of course also transmitted to the adults. All of this results in health issues – both physical and mental. “Lifestyle diseases” and emotional health issues are rampant. And with all of this, the health of relationships also suffers. Couples slowly drift apart from each other. Torn by the mad pace of life, this happens without the couple realizing it.

In the running after housing loans, the car EMIs, the insurance plans, the children, their education and many other stresses of life, couples often fail to focus on their relationship. Dangerous, since this relationship has to be stable for the rest to proceed smoothly.

Slowing Down, the solution

The best way to combat this is to slow down. Take a deep breath and stay put. Drop out of the race for a while. What the Buddhists call Samatha. Stopping. Then self-realization comes in. For the individual and the couple. The Buddhists call this Vipassana. This is the key to joy.

The Second Honeymoon

I think the best option for couples in stressed out careers and lives, is to stop. And consciously reduce the pace. However, this may not always be feasible. The next best option is to stop for a while and take a break. Without any of the regular pressures – no work, no EMIs, no kids… Just the couple. In an unknown destination. A second honeymoon. Ideally take it once a year… Or maybe once in two year. But start now – take the second one now. I assure you, it will be more magical than your first honeymoon…

Some suggestions of places for a Second Honeymoon

Choose from the below. Ideally make it a place that interests both. And one that neither has visited. And, hey, avoid the ones that are the regular beaches of Goa or crowded hill stations like Ooty or Manali. In case you need help in matching interests or tweaking the itinerary or maybe in finding entirely new places, Write to us and we will be happy to help.

Second honeymoon in the private space of a tea/ coffee plantation

Imagine the space afforded by a plantation – tea or coffee. Vast tea or coffee plantations. Lots of space to relax. No pressures of a schedule or the rush of daily household chores. Lots of time. Great weather. You and your partner. Your home in a small bungalow in the middle of all this. This is space to rediscover yourself. You could opt for a romantic second honeymoon in an estate in many places across India… Maybe Darjeeling in the east or the lesser-known Valparai in Tamil Nadu? How about Chikmagalur in Karnataka, South India or the Scotland of India, Coorg? A customized romantic plantation stay in a tea or coffee plantation could be the best idea.

Second honeymoon in the midst of lofty mountains

Mechuka

The mountains have a way of affording a sense of loftiness and strangely, induce intimacy. Get the much-needed intimate time with your partner after the away-time in the same house amid a busy life. The little-known hamlet of Mechuka Valley could be a good choice. Mountains and greenery with a river flowing by. And long walks in pure nature. Check out the romance of Mechuka.

Chopta

Trek. Relax. Enjoy each other’s company. With a generous dose of spirituality – the famous Tunganath temple is nearby. This is where the Pandavas came for penance after the battle of Mahabharata. Not bad for a second honeymoon after the battle of work and city-life huh? 😉 Check it out here.

Darjeeling

The tea. The lovely Darjeeling tea is the essence of romance I think. Add to it the hills, the weather and the colonial ambience of this place… Soak in the old-world charm. And indulge in some old-world romance. Maybe even head to nearby Tiger Hill for the sunrise. Or just chill with views of the mighty Kanchenjunga of the Himalayas. Read more about the romance of Darjeeling.

Second honeymoon in Off-beat cut-off romantic places

Kerala and its Houseboats

Escape from the world and cocoon yourself in a world of your own. Just you and your partner in a houseboat on the beautiful backwaters in Kerala. Pure nature – water, greenery and birds… well, maybe fish also… Rekindle your romance with your partner in this watery getaway while houseboating in Kerala.

Majuli

An island in the middle of a river – the mighty Brahmaputra in Assam. An escapist’s paradise. Sunsets, sunrises and nature… Relax, rejuvenate and rediscover each other. Check out romantic Majuli here.

Head out on a wild second honeymoon

Get lost in the lesser-known jungles of India and rediscover your wild selves. The way you were once, before the grind of life tamed you.

Kaziranga

One horned rhino in Kaziranga National ParkJungle life. Far away from everywhere. Long walks by the mighty river Brahmaputra. Maybe a cruise or a safari? Tea, food, wildlife… and time… Head to wild Kaziranga.

Sundarban mangrove forest

This is a forest like no other. A mangrove forest on a delta. Where the big rivers empty into the Bay of Bengal. A land that is an ecological study, a geological marvel and the nurturer of various lives – animal and man. This is in the Eastern part of India and a must-visit for the experiential traveler in search of wildlife and wild living… To read more, check out the the mystery and allure of a wildlife experience in Sundarban.

Parambikulam

The Western Ghats in South India. Dense forests of Parambikulam. You and your partner in a treehouse high up in the trees. In the middle of the jungle. The sounds of the jungle. And wildlife all around your safe haven. Imagine – wild isn’t it? For a wild we-time, write to us.

Bandipur

This national park in South India hosts the largest number of wild elephants in South Asia. Let it host you and your partner for a wildly intense time in the thick jungle. Take a look at the pristine forest of Bandipur.

A chilled out second honeymoon by the sea

After the hectic pace of regular life, this is a small window to celebrate laziness. Just chill and spend time with your partner…

Pondicherry

Explore the French connection with your partner while strengthening your connection. This is a foodie’s paradise – indulge in world cuisine like nowehere else. Sample spirituality in the Aurobindu Ashram and Auroville. Shop. Relax. Walk the famous Promenade. Chill… Laze around and get pampered. Take a look at the itinerary for Tamil Nadu which covers Pondicherry as a part of it.

Andamans

Be lazy. Chill. Or maybe some snorkeling or scuba diving? A walk on the beach or maybe the sea floor? Or birding? I would suggest, just chill… and re-bond. Whatever be your way of spending time with your loved one, Andaman will always surprise you with more! Check out the romance of the Andamans.

The history and beaches in Mahabalipuram

South India. The sea. Great food. Pristine beaches. Ancient temples and history. What more do you want? Just laze around and chill with your partner. For a romance by the sea with a sprinkling of history, take a look at the the beaches and history of Mahabalipuram could be a great option.

Second Honeymoon is a must-do

For some reason, all solutions for me seem to somehow involve travel… I am a travel freak. 😉 Please bear with me.

But I seriously think it is a must for all couples leading stressed-out lives to stop, breathe and enjoy each other’s company… Travel is a great way to do that. Go grab some We-time and rekindle your romance with each other and this beautiful world.

Pick any of the above suggestions or check out other romantic destinations in India.

India is not just about romance. There are many more facets to this ancient land – culture, mystery, history, nature, wildlife and so on. Read more about how the different facets of India travel are celebrated here…

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