There is a seemingly endless list of beautiful places in the world to visit, which makes it difficult to pick the best honeymoon destination for adventure. Just narrowing down the list can be challenging.
In addition to 100s of honeymoon destinations for couples who prefer to do more than lounge on a beach, Celebration Wishes offers five ways to make the choosing process easier.
So how do you choose the best destination for an outdoor adventure honeymoon?
- Consider the climate
- Assess your budget and affordable possibilities
- Decide how long you want to honeymoon for
- Stay up to date on current events & weather in possible destinations
- Look to Travel Blogs & Instagram for inspiration
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HONEYMOON DESTINATION BY CLIMATE
Perhaps the most important decision when planning your honeymoon adventure is the destination’s climate. While warmer weather might seem obvious, some of the most ideal honeymoon destinations for adventure don’t offer the shade of palm trees, warm white sand and piña coladas.
COLDER CLIMATE DESTINATIONS
Alaska, for example, is a top honeymoon destination for active couples who want to hike lush trails, fish crystal clear rivers, explore new regions and much more during their trips. Known as the Last Frontier, the state is well known for towns full of rich history nestled in beautiful landscapes. Depending on the time of year, there’s even a chance to experience the wonder of the Northern Lights. The phenomenon is most visible in late September to mid-April.
VARYING CLIMATE DESTINATIONS
Europe is also a popular destination for honeymooners that choose adventure over sunbathing. Countries like Greece, Italy, and England are idyllic during both summer and winter. Couples can trek along the crystal blue coast of Greece, climb the mountain ranges of Italy or lose themselves in England’s colorful landscapes.
WARMER CLIMATE DESTINATIONS
If you prefer visiting a warmer climate for your honeymoon, there are a number of wonderful options. With snorkeling, surfing, kayaking and more, Hawaii is one of the most popular destinations for adventure. Bora Bora, Fiji, St. John and Barbados also have plenty to offer.
Once you’ve decided on the perfect climate, you can begin to narrow down the best honeymoon destinations more easily. Whether you prefer unexpected, cooler temperatures or more typical warm weather, Celebration Wishes can help you plan an unforgettable getaway.
AFFORDABLE HONEYMOON DESTINATIONS
A perfect honeymoon is also an affordable honeymoon. Celebration Wishes offers a variety of locations that can be easily funded via a custom registry with the help of your friends and family.
Zeroing in on affordable honeymoon destinations starts with setting a budget and sticking to it. Organize carefully how funds will be allocated. As soon as you’ve selected a destination, create your Honeymoon Adventures registry and begin funding your trip.
While most Celebration Wishes registries are eventually fulfilled, it’s important to budget for unexpected costs. Think of it as a contingency plan that will prevent any scrambling for money later on. Unexpected costs to account for might be:
- Transportation
- Eating out
- Spontaneous excursions
- Beverages
- Museum Admission
- Souvenirs
- Exchange Rates
If “city hopping” is your kind of adventure, make sure to budget for each stop along the way. And, if you’re traveling outside the U.S., it’s wise to first check with your local bank for the best exchange rates possible. Smaller, international establishments sometimes charge high rates and leave you less cash on hand.
TYPICAL HONEYMOON TRIP LENGTH
The average length of a honeymoon is between ten and 14 days, but it can vary based on the honeymoon destination and even the excursions you have planned. Locations that take more than a day to travel to, such as New Zealand when traveling from the U.S., are best experienced over the course of at least two weeks. This way the flight time and time difference won’t affect your itinerary. You might also need a couple of days to simply adjust to jetlag and seasonal variance.
For honeymoon destinations on a budget, a week or so is a good length of time to get away. Tropical honeymoon destinations are particularly great in this case because you’ll be able to enjoy the sun, scenery, and adventures.
If you have some money to spend and your family and friends will contribute to your registry, planning for honeymoon destinations on a budget might not even be an issue. Even better, you might have an opportunity to enjoy an extended trip full of adventure. Exotic places like Turks & Caicos, Bali, and Tahiti are ideal for stays of two weeks or more, leaving time to island-hop, immerse yourself in the local culture, and much more.
HONEYMOON DESTINATIONS’ CURRENT EVENTS & WEATHER
Do your best to stay up to date on current events around the world to know how your plans might be affected, especially for unique honeymoon adventures. Also be aware of things like weather patterns such as a monsoon season, national holidays that might include parades or marches, and more.
You can save money by avoiding travel during Christmas and Easter holidays. It may be wise to avoid visiting Asia during monsoon season, which typically takes place between June and October. Travel expenses can also be higher than usual during the first week of October in China when the country observes National Day. November through April are also good times to avoid Oceania because of typhoons.
Some simple online research can help coordinate times to go and times that you might be better off avoiding.
HONEYMOON DESTINATIONS VIA TRAVEL BLOGS + INSTAGRAM
Travel blogs can be very useful when planning your honeymoon adventure. They often showcase photos and videos as well as provide firsthand tips and tricks. Best of all, this information is free!
Instagram can be a great resource too, if you’re looking for more help. The simplest way to access this information is with hashtags. For example, if you’re considering a honeymoon in Alaska, search for “#Alaska”. The results should include pictures and videos from people who have been to or are currently adventuring in the Last Frontier. As you scroll, take notes on apparel, food, and more. When it’s your turn, you’ll be ready for an unforgettable adventure.
In the end, picking the best honeymoon destination for adventure comes down to personal preferences. Warm or cool? Snorkeling reefs or hiking glaciers? What’s the budget? How long do you want to stay? With the help of Celebration Wishes, you’ll no doubt find the perfect destination out of the thousands available.