With so many beautiful places in the world to visit, it can be extremely tricky narrowing down the best honeymoon destinations for you and your spouse. It’s not uncommon for couples to have a difficult time figuring it all out. Luckily, Celebration Wishes offers more than 800 unique honeymoon destinations to choose from and six ways to make the decision-making process easier.
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Honeymoon Destination Climates
This is arguably the most important decision to make when planning your honeymoon. While most couples opt for warmer climates, some of the best honeymoon destinations don’t involve you lounging under the shade of palm trees, digging your toes in warm white sand, and sipping on a piña colada.
Alaska, for example, is a top choice for a cold climate honeymoon destination. An Alaska honeymoon is perfect for couples looking to experience one of the most truly unique honeymoon destinations—a state well known for towns full of rich history nestled in beautiful landscapes. The Last Frontier is a great destination for active couples who love exploring new regions. Depending on the time of year, you might even have a chance to see the Northern Lights. They’re most visible in late September to mid-April.
Europe is also a highly popular destination for honeymooners that aren’t looking for anything tropical. Countries like Greece, Italy, and England are idyllic for both their summers and winters. Enjoy coastline views of the blue water in Greece, eating your way through Italy and England’s colorful landscapes that boast otherworldly shades of greens and yellows.
Obviously if you prefer visiting a warmer climate for your honeymoon, the options are seemingly limitless. Hawaii is one of the most popular spots to visit after saying, “I do.” Other warm climates that make for the best tropical honeymoon destinations include Bora Bora, Fiji, St. John, and Barbados.
Once you and your spouse agree on the perfect climate, you can begin to narrow down the best honeymoon destinations faster and more easily. Whether you prefer the unexpected, cooler temperatures and outdoor activities or the more typical warm weather, swaying in a hammock all day, Celebration Wishes can help you plan the perfect getaway.
Affordable Honeymoon Destinations & Your Budget
Planning the perfect honeymoon is one thing. Finding affordable honeymoon destinations that check every box on your list is another. Fortunately, Celebration Wishes offers plenty of locations that can be easily funded with help from your wedding guests.
Narrowing down options for affordable honeymoon destinations starts with setting a budget and sticking to it as closely as possible. It’s always better to cautiously budget and organize carefully how funds are going to be allocated. To that end, set up your Celebration Wishes registry as soon as you’ve decided your destination to begin funding the perfect trip.
While the chances of your registry being completely fulfilled are good with a Celebration Wishes registry, it’s important to still budget for unexpected costs. Consider it a small buffer or contingency that will help you avoid scrambling for money. Items like transportation, eating out at restaurants and additional excursions you choose to partake in on a whim can turn affordable honeymoon destinations into pricey trips.
If you’re planning a trip to a country where you can “city hop,” make sure to budget for each and every stop on the trip. Moreover, if the destination involves multiple cities outside of the United States, be sure to visit your local bank for the best exchange rates possible. Smaller international establishments can charge high exchange rates and leave you less cash for fun.
Honeymoon Trip Length
The average length of a honeymoon is 10 – 14 days but can vary based on the honeymoon destinations you prefer. Locations that take more than a day to travel to, such as Australia or New Zealand, are best experienced over the course of two weeks or more without flight time or time difference affecting the itinerary. Between jetlag and seasonal variance, most people need a couple of days just to adjust.
If you’re planning to visit any honeymoon destinations on a budget, traveling 7 – 10 days is still a great length of time to disconnect from the everyday and spend quality time with your significant other. Tropical honeymoon destinations are particularly great for week-long trips because you’ll have the chance to enjoy plenty of sun, scenery and a few adventures along the way.
If you have money saved and think your family and friends will be able to significantly contribute to your registry, you might not need to worry about planning for honeymoon destinations on a budget. In fact, you might want to take an extended trip. Exotic, beautiful places like Turks & Caicos, Tahiti, and Bali are ideal for stays of two weeks or more, allowing you plenty of time to do everything from island hop to fully immerse yourself in the local culture.
Honeymoon Destinations' Current Events & Weather
It’s important to stay up-to-date on current and major events around the world to know how your honeymoon trip might be affected, especially for unique honeymoon destinations. Keep in mind, too, the typical weather patterns of regions such as the tropics.
Honeymoon Destinations Via Travel Blogs + Instagram
Don’t overlook travel blogs. They can be very useful when planning a trip to a foreign place. Bloggers often include photos and videos and provide firsthand tips, so you know where to go and, in some cases, what to avoid. Best of all, the information they provide is free! In short, learn from their successes and mistakes to select from the best honeymoon destinations.
Instagram can be a helpful and free resource, too, for travelers looking for more insight. The easiest way to access this information is through hashtag searches. For example, if you’re considering a honeymoon in Bali, type “#Bali” in the hashtag section. The search results will include pictures and videos from travelers who are currently enjoying or have enjoyed the splendor of this beautiful island. This will likely work for all major honeymoon destinations, allowing you to scroll through the most relevant feeds. It’s helpful to take notes on the clothes people are wearing, the food they’re eating and more. By the time you’re taking off, you’ll be well prepared for the trip of a lifetime.
In the end, picking the best honeymoon destinations for you and your significant other comes down to personal preferences. Warm or cool? Lounging or adventure? What’s the budget? How long is the stay? It’s meant to be unforgettable, so make sure every minute counts. Take time to narrow down your options based on the pros and cons of each.
With the help of Celebration Wishes, you’ll no doubt find the perfect spot out of the thousands of unique honeymoon destinations available. It’s time to start planning!