8. Nantucket, Mass.
New Englanders who visit Nantucket will invariably say, "I feel so far away." And it's true. For such a conveniently closeby destination, it does tend to feel like a great escape. As Melville wrote in "Moby Dick:" "Nantucket! Take out your map and look at it. See what a real corner of the world it occupies; how it stands there, away off shore." Its beaches, first-class dining, great sailing, and undeniable charm offer a stunning playground for your honeymoon. Best yet, its very "nearness" makes a built-in anniversary or Valentine's destination option. Nantucket offers you the opportunity to easily return, remember your wedding day and reflect on how far you've come.
(Dominic Chavez/Globe Staff)


