A honeymoon isn’t about following trends, it’s about creating an experience that reflects your story as a couple. Whether you crave adventure, rest, or connection, the right trip balances both your passions and pace. From hiking glaciers to sailing seas, the best honeymoon isn’t one-size-fits-all, it’s the one that feels authentically yours.
May 25, 2022
Your honeymoon is one of the most memorable trips you’ll ever take. It’s the first adventure you’ll share as a married couple, the trip you’ll look back on decades later when someone asks, “What was your honeymoon like?”
But here’s the truth: not every honeymoon has to look the same. The all-inclusive resort, the overwater bungalow, the standard “romantic getaway” might be perfect for some couples, but not for all. The best honeymoon is the one that feels most like you.
Every relationship has its own rhythm. Some couples thrive on adventure, wanting to hike mountains, chase waterfalls, and check off bucket-list thrills. Others crave stillness, imagining mornings with coffee by the sea and long afternoons with nothing on the schedule.
Think back on the moments that have defined your relationship. Do you bond most while trying new foods, exploring cities hand-in-hand, or getting lost in nature? Those are the clues that point toward your perfect honeymoon.
Too often, couples pick a destination because it’s popular on Instagram or because their best friend went to that destination for their honeymoon and loved it. But the destination should match the experiences you actually want, not check off the bucket-list of someone else.
If you love history, consider countries where ancient ruins or old-world cities can transport you back in time, places like Greece, Italy, Turkey, or lesser known countries like Malta and Slovenia. If you love the ocean but want more than a beach chair, maybe think about a sailing trip in Croatia or an island-hopping adventure in French Polynesia.
The key is to ask: What do we want to feel? Rested? Adventurous? Connected?
Then let the destination follow.
Even the most adventurous honeymooners need downtime. It’s easy to get caught up in wanting to see it all, but the beauty of a honeymoon is having space to simply be. Build in slow mornings, spa days, or time to wander with no agenda.
One of my favorite ways to plan is to pair an active experience with a restful one. Think: a safari in Kenya followed by a week on the beaches of Zanzibar. Or a city escape to Paris followed by a wine-country retreat in Bordeaux.
Planning a wedding is stressful enough. The last thing you want is for your honeymoon planning to add more to your plate. That’s where I come in. My role is to handle the research, the logistics, and the details, so all you have to do is show up and soak it all in.
Because when you’re on your honeymoon, the only thing that should matter is the two of you and the memories you’re making together.
So whether you’re dreaming of hiking glaciers in Iceland, sipping cocktails in Santorini, or cozying up in a mountain lodge in Switzerland, remember this: the best honeymoon is not the one everyone else has. It’s the one that feels like yours.
