Honeymoon Spots

Honeymoon Spots with Sun and Sand

The lure of sun and sand make areas with beaches and warm climates perpetual favorites for honeymooners. After months of wedding planning, both bride and groom can look forward to a well-deserved break basking on the beach, soaking up the sun, and taking in romantic evenings together.

• Florida: From the reefs of the Florida Keys to the magic of Disneyworld, Florida has much to offer for honeymooners.
• Hawaii: Opportunities like whale watching, helicopter tours, and dozens of water sports in addition to fine dining, shopping, and chances to learn about native Hawaiian culture.
• Mexico: Beautiful beaches, water sports, horseback riding, golf, lively nightlife, cultural and archeological explorations and much more are available.
• Puerto-Rico: In addition to beaches and range of activities in romantic Puerto Rico, many honeymooners are enticed by opportunities to experience the rainforest firsthand.
• Aruba: Safari tours, cave explorations, visiting natural pools, and guided tours are available in addition to the white sands and relaxing waters of Aruba.
• Tahiti: From rugged mountains to lovely lagoons, from safaris to spas, Tahiti remains a favorite for a romantic honeymoon.

Sight-Seeing and Cultural Honeymoon Hotspots

Many couples are interested in touring famous sites, tasting the delicious cuisine, and experiencing the atmosphere of a foreign country.

• Italy: Whether immersed in history in Rome, the unique medieval atmosphere of Florence, or the famous gondolas of Venice, these Italian cities are magical for honeymooners.
• Greece: Explore the history of the ancient Olympics in Athens, try windsurfing along the Aegean, or experience the trendy nightlife of Mykonos when you visit the Greek Isles.
• France: The aura of romance, French, after all, is often considered the language of love, makes France an often-visited honeymoon spot. Sophisticated shopping, some of the nest food and wine in the world, and beautiful countryside as well as sight-seeing, boating, and more await potential honeymooners.
• England: Historical sites like Stonehenge and historical Universities like Oxford make England a prime honeymoon spot for those interested in sight-seeing. Discover London's distinctive appeal, or go swimming or cycling in the beautiful countryside.

Honeymoon Spots for Adventure Lovers

For adventure lovers less content with catching the rays and taking in the historical sights, there are plenty of options for exciting and adventurous honeymoon spots.

• Skiing: If you and your sweetheart love to ski, there are great honeymoon spots to spend your days hitting the slopes and your nights snuggling by the fire. Some of the places with the best skiing, in no particular order, include:

1. Aspen and Vail, Colorado
2. Stowe, Vermont
3. Whistler/Blackcomb, British Columbia
4. Zermatt, Switzerland
5. Kitzbuhel Austria

• White Water Rafting: If the thrill and excitement of fighting your way through the rapids with your sweetheart appeals to you, Chile, Zimbabwe, Nepal, and parts of West Virginia, California, and Idaho offer great white water rapid experiences.
• Arctic Adventure: If you're up for adventure and you can fend off the chill with your new spouse, you may want to consider a cruise headed for Alaska of the Antarctic. Try your hand at dog sledding in Alaska, or set foot on the Antarctic continent itself, view spectacular ice burgs, and visit with the Penguins.
• Sky-Diving: For a true adrenaline rush, tandem sky-diving is sure to set your heart racing. California's Bay Area, southwest Missouri, Louisiana, and Maryland offer excellent skydiving opportunities for a heart-stopping honeymoon spot.
• Theme Parks: For fast paced roller coaster and thrill ride excitement, dozens of great theme parks are available in the U.S. and Internationally. Many offer on-site hotel accommodations, or tickets for theme parks can be can be included as part of honeymoon vacation package for an adventurous addition to your honeymoon spot.

Choosing your Honeymoon Spot

When choosing your honeymoon spot, it's important to keep in mind the interests of both people. Anywhere can become the prefect honeymoon getaway as long as it has what a couple is looking for.

Other factors to consider in deciding where to take your honeymoon are cost and time. You should also be aware of the current news in the area you are considering for your honeymoon in case of political unrest or natural disaster, particularly if you are planning a honeymoon in a foreign country.