Finding the Ideal Honeymoon Location
December 6, 2009 by 247 Travel Guides
Filed under Travel Tips
Perhaps one of the most relaxing and romantic vacations you’ll ever take with your (new) spouse, planning the perfect honeymoon starts with choosing the perfect destination. Whether you’re thinking a tropical Hawaiian getaway or luxurious ski vacation in Vail, here are five tips that can help you and your sweetheart (amicably) choose just the right locale.
What Do You Enjoy Doing as a Couple?
Your hobbies as a couple will likely influence where you choose to vacation. For example, if you and your fiancé are outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers, plan a trip in a beautiful location that offers plenty of outdoor activities such as kayaking or hiking in the Alps.
What Pace Do You Want For Your Honeymoon?
While some couples want to spend their honeymoon in a remote place (think a bed and breakfast in the mountains), others want an up-tempo trip filled with a jam-packed sightseeing schedule and vibrant nightlife. If that’s more of what you’re looking for, a few cities to consider include New York City, Miami, London and of course “the city of love,” Paris (click here for more France travel ideas).
Are You on a Time Budget?
Unfortunately, all honeymoons must come to an end and often budgets and work schedules dictate when that happens. Some honeymoon spots may not be the ideal choice simply because you do not have the time needed to make the trip worth it (especially when you consider the travel time to get to certain far-off locations).
Are You Thrill-Seekers?
If you’re looking for an action-packed honeymoon, consider a locale that offers plenty to do, from hiking to surfing and much more. You can zip-line through the rainforests of Belize or go on a safari in South Africa. Make sure you do your homework to ensure there’s plenty to do! Some tropical resorts don’t offer much more than a beach and a hotel.
What’s Your Budget?
As briefly mentioned previously, your budget is another factor that will largely influence the destination you pick. A domestic honeymoon may cost less than traveling overseas simply when you consider airfare. Or you may have to pick and choose which activities you do and sights you see. If you’re looking for a luxurious stay in a five-star hotel but your budget prevents you from doing so, consider staying somewhere plush for one or two nights then switching to a more affordable hotel.
