Some of the most popular honeymoon destinations may surprise you. Many people these days are staying close to home. According to recent surveys, 75% of Americans are choosing to have their honeymoon in the U.S. or Canada. Whether you want to follow this trend, spend your honeymoon relaxing in a tropical getaway, or see the sights of Europe, we’ve rounded up some of the most popular and perhaps some surprising honeymoon destinations for you.
Acapulco
If it’s good enough for John and Jackie Kennedy, it’s good enough for you. Acapulco is known for it’s private beaches as well as its night life. Several resorts offer private pools such as Las Brisas. If you want to spend your days relaxing on the beach and your nights having fun at clubs, or secluded in your private suite dipping in your own personal pool, this is the place for you.
Lake Louise
Resorts like the Fairmont Chateau are a great place for those who prefer snow to sand. Lake Louise is in Canada and is a stunningly beautiful glacier fed lake. Enjoy it’s natural beauty while you engage in any winter sport your heart desires. Cross country and downhill skiing, ice skating, snow boarding, and dog sledding are all at your fingertips. You can also take a romantic sleigh ride with your new spouse. In the warmer months, there is horseback riding, hiking, and white water rafting for the more adventurous. The natural beauty of Lake Louise combined with all the activities makes it a great honeymoon destination. Of course the resort also offers a full service spa for when you feel like being pampered.
Disney World
Disney World isn’t just for kids. You’ve just married your prince charming, why not make the fairytale complete with a trip to Disney World. They offer several honeymoon packages that include park time as well as a romantic getaway package that includes a Bahamas cruise. To top off the romance and magic of Disney World, get a couple’s spa treatment and then go on a private fireworks cruise. The fireworks will be flying between you as well.
Florence
Forget Paris. If you want to avoid all the tourists and get a real feel for the romance of Europe go to Florence, Italy. Experience amazing food and wine, history, luxury, and romance. The St. Regis Florence was once an 18th century palace. Now it’s a hotel with the rooms still as luxurious as they were then. Enjoy having marble and frescoes in your hotel room. Check out the Duomo Cathedral. Make it a stop on an Italian tour, or stay in Florence and soak up the romance and history the city has to offer.
Thailand
Thailand is truly beautiful and has something for everyone. For the adventurous they have many activities including rock climbing, hot air ballooning, fishing, and snorkeling. You can also enjoy the rich history of Thailand and explore their culture with cooking and meditation classes. If you just want to relax, the beaches, spas, and resorts will give you plenty of places to relax. This is the only destination on our list where you can ride an elephant, which is certainly a once in a lifetime experience.
How to Decide
Keep in mind when selecting your destination that your personalities and interests matter much more than tradition. You should decide what you would most like to do most on your honeymoon and then choose a place that offers that type of experience and of course, that’s within your budget. Before you leave for your honeymoon, don’t forget to send your wedding dress off to be professionally cleaned and preserved by a highly reputable wedding dress preservation specialist and it will be delivered directly to your doorstep soon after you return.
