The Best Honeymoon Destinations for Every Month
Thanks to Vacation, travel experts who specialize in researching and booking honeymoon trips recently shared their top honeymoon vacation picks for every month of the year. The travel advisors considered weather, pricing and special events when sharing their travel advice for honeymooners.
Insider Tip: "Go when something really special is happening. I've even had clients who will change their dates for the right event. I say, 'Hey, I know you're getting married in September, but if you go in October, you could see this festival.' You don't want to travel two weeks before the most amazing event and miss a once-in-a-lifetime experience,” says NYC travel advisor Ashley Les.
Here are the best honeymoon destinations according to Travel Leaders Group travel advisors:
WINTER
Head to the Maldives in February and book an overwater bungalow.
December
Enjoy the coziness and cheer of the holiday season in snowy Scandinavia. Shop for trinkets at Christmas markets in Stockholm or Copenhagen, and combine Helsinki with Lapland to see the reindeer and Northern Lights.
January
It may be snowing in the Northern Hemisphere, but it's summer in South Africa, where couples will find sunny weather, reasonable prices and lots to do. Go on a two- to four-day safari or sample different vintages and varietals in the Winelands close to Cape Town.
February
Take advantage of two destinations with a combination trip! Book an overwater bungalow in the Maldives with its sparkling-blue water and pristine beaches. But because it's a very long flight from the U.S., stop first and stay in Doha in Qatar, or Dubai or Abu Dhabi in the Emirates, where it's a lot cooler during the winter.
SPRING
March cherry blossoms are a must-see in Japan.
March
Enjoy cherry blossom season in Japan, as well as Tokyo's many small restaurants that offer incredible culinary options.
April
Watch the leaves change in the beautiful parks of Buenos Aires, Argentina. Or stroll the grand boulevards for a Paris-like experience—but without the crowds.
May
Southern Italy and Greece are warmer (but not yet boiling hot) than Northern Europe during this time, and there are fewer crowds to endure while enjoying the quaint towns of the Amalfi Coast or the historic monuments of Athens.
SUMMER
August is a perfect time to visit Spanish beaches.
June
Spain's Ibiza isn’t just about partying—it also offers quiet cliffside resorts for newlyweds. And because the peak season doesn't start for another month, the clubs and cafes are less crowded.
July
While honeymooning, catch one of the biggest events in the natural world: the migration of the wildebeest in Tanzania.
August
The Spanish island of Majorca offers sunshine and gorgeous beaches, plus amazing food and nightlife. It's only a 45-minute flight from Barcelona, making it the perfect opportunity to add on a few extra nights to your trip.
AUTUMN
Enjoy Croatia in the fall.
September
It's cool and dry in the Galapagos, where you'll see wildlife that can't be found anywhere else on the planet. Like Charles Darwin, you'll be fascinated and inspired.
October
Croatia in the fall offers fewer crowds and lower prices—the better to enjoy everything from coastal beaches to open-air markets and castles.
November
This is the end of spring in New Zealand, where couples will find good weather and plenty of stunning, natural beauty to explore—via a combination of helicopter and hiking—without all the people.
Read more recommendations for the best honeymoon destinations—and the best times to go—at Vacation.