Malaysia is a romantic journey for newlyweds

published by Asianpost on Wed, 08/18/2004 - 00:00








Pangkor Laut Resort in Malaysia

Your wedding day should be memorable.

But it is the next seven days that should be unforgettable.


Statistics Canada and wedding magazines estimate that about 150,000 Canadian couples tie the knot every year spending on average between C$17,000 and C$20,000 for the ceremonies enough for some nuptial vows to end with till debt do us apart.


The average age of the bride and groom is getting older and generally the length of a honeymoon vacation is about eight days.


Since the days of Mum or Dad writing the cheque is a thing of the past and since many of the newly weds already have their own forks, spoons, coffee-makers and toasters, more and more Canadians are opting for the gift of a honeymoon.


Others who think that they are going to go abroad anyway for their honeymoon are also taking advantage of affordable weddings in the tropics.


No where more than in Malaysia is the honeymoon industry booming as the country's Tourism authority works with the hotels and resorts to promote the Southeast Asian nation as a romantic fantasy destination.


With an attractive exchange rate, the honeymoon dollar goes a long way on the sun-soaked beaches and islands of Malaysia.


If the average cost of a honeymoon of C$5,000 is any yardstick, newly weds will also have plenty of loot left behind for a shopping spree.


While Hawaii and the Caribbean remain the top choices for North American honeymooners, Malaysia, which has already made a name for its after-nuptial adventures, is quietly climbing up the popularity chart.


Kuala Lumpur, the bustling capital city where a mega-sale carnival is on right now is a honeymooner's delight.


Couples can combine the sights and sounds of the city with an all-encompassing resort just 20 minutes away.


The Mines Resort City welcomes honeymooners with a 1,000-acre resort crafted from the world's largest (former) tin mine. Water taxi's take you on a romantic trip around a medley of lakes after which you can shop to your heart's content at the Mines Shopping Fair and frolic the night away at Mines Wonderland -- the country's first night park.


Malaysia is also full of fantasy journeys for the newly weds.


The country has some of the world's leading Spa Resorts, and a full diverse range of therapies and relaxations are to be found in the exclusive facilities of Malaysia's leading hotels.


Given the mix of Malay, Indian and Chinese cultures, Malaysia allows you to experience the full array of eastern healing including, the ayurverdic mysteries of Hindu healing and relaxation, the sensual aromatherapy pleasure of a traditional Malay flower bath and the ancient oriental art of accupressure/shiatsu massage.


The Pangkor Laut Resort & Spa Village is a favourite spot for honeymooners.


Voted the number one island destination in the world by Conde Nast Traveller UK (2003) with similar rankings from the likes of Harpers & Queen and Tatler Magazines, the internationally acclaimed Pangkor Laut Resort is located on a privately owned island off the West Coast of Malaysia. Pangkor Laut lies amidst 300 acres of ancient rainforest where resort guests and staff are the only 'tourists' permitted on the island.



To get married in Malaysia, you need to contact:

Registrar of Marriages, National Registration Department, 5th Floor Bangunan Persekutuan, Jalan Sultan, 46200 Petaling Jaya, Selangor



POPULAR HONEYMOON SPOTS IN MALAYSIA


For more information call Tourism Malaysia 1-888-689-6872

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