New York, NY, July 9, 2007 — Modern Bride magazine unveils the results of its 11th annual World’s Best Honeymoons Survey in the August/September issue. The survey was conducted through Virtuoso, a network of 6,000 luxury travel agents who are among the nation’s top travel bookers. Travel experts ranked their 50 overall favorite honeymoon destinations, the hotels and resorts with the most luxurious amenities, as well as the destinations that offer the best in categories such as romance, seclusion, affordability, adventure, nightlife, food and culture.

2007’s Top 10 Honeymoon Destinations are: 
1.Italy (up from #3 in 2006) – the number-one honeymoon destination for the first year ever, with vibrant cities, tantalizing cuisine and a culture that has embraced true love for centuries
2.Hawaii – the top destination for a decade with its luxurious resorts and stunning beaches
3.Tahiti – for lovers looking to savor the sights, scents and flavors of exotic French Polynesia
4.Costa Rica (up from #10 in 2006) – lush rainforests, erupting volcanoes and wildlife reserves promise an adventure lover’s paradise
5.Mexico – for a blend of rich culture, endless fiestas and thousands of miles of white-sand beaches
6.France – for exquisite works of art and architecture, decadent cuisine and its romantic countryside
7.Maldives (up from #18 in 2006) – over 1,000 secluded isles offer out-of-this-world sailing, diving and swimming in crystal blue seas
8.Anguilla – where the unspoiled beauty of the Caribbean meets luxurious resorts and eclectic cuisine
9.Fiji – a South Pacific oasis of posh private-island resorts, multicultural cuisine and pristine coral gardens
10.Greece – a convergence of ancient wonders, enchanting islands, black sand and emerald seas
 
Expert-acclaimed hotels and resorts with the most luxurious amenities include:
Ultimate honeymoon suite:
Premier Overwater Villa at the St. Regis Resort, Bora Bora, French Polynesia

Ultimate resort for seclusion:
Le Taha’a Private Island & Spa, French Polynesia

Resort with best service:
The Peninsula Bangkok, Thailand

Most luxurious bathrooms:
Mandarin Oriental, San Francisco, CA

Best private plunge pools:
Ladera, St. Lucia

Resort with the best beds:
Four Seasons Resort Hualalai, Big Island, HI

Resort with best beach:
Caneel Bay, St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands

Resort with best bar:
The Setai, Miami Beach, FL

Resort with best spa:
Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai, Thailand

Best hotel brand:
Four Seasons

Best all-inclusive brand:
Sandals

Top three honeymoon destinations by category:
Up-and-coming: Dubai, Croatia, Costa Rica
Best for culture: Italy, France, Greece
Most romantic: Tahiti, Italy, Hawaii
Sexiest ambiance: Tahiti, St. Barths, Brazil
Best for nightlife: Las Vegas, New York, Brazil
Most affordable: Mexico, Las Vegas, Dominican Republic
Most secluded: Maldives, Seychelles, Tahiti
Best for beaches: Turks & Caicos, Hawaii, Tahiti
Best for snorkeling/diving: Belize, Cayman Islands, Australia
Best for winter sports: Switzerland, Colorado, Canada
Best for food: Italy, France, New York
Best for adventure: Costa Rica, South Africa, New Zealand

Modern Bride August/September 2007 issue is available July 17, 2007. For more information, please go to www.brides.com/modernbride. To arrange an interview, please contact Marcy Engelman or Dana Gidney at 212-645-9222, marcy@engelmanandco.com or dana@engelmanandco.com.