The most important of all couples’ holidays, a honeymoon is an experience you’ll never forget. Here at Luxury Holidays, we understand just how important the details are for each individual luxury honeymoon package, and our friendly and knowledgeable customer service team use their expertise to hand-select the best romantic resorts, every single time.
This has led to the rise of different styles of honeymoon — which may not necessarily follow straight on from the wedding, but could be postponed for months, or even a year. For example, there is what could be called the "family-moon" where the kids come along too, or even friends or wider family.
For the "adventure-moon" couples aim to do something more adventurous than just lying on the beach — for instance, elephant trekking, canoeing down the Amazon, or an African safari. Finally, there is the "maxi-moon", where couples marrying later in life choose an extended honeymoon of six weeks or more, perhaps taking a trip round the world, or travelling through the beautiful area of the Far East.
The traditional two-week sunshine honeymoons are still very popular, though couples increasingly expect and demand special and amazing experiences.
Among the dream destinations for these sunshine honeymoons are the Maldives and the Seychelles, where fabulous resorts rest on their own individual islands, secluded from the outside world, surrounded by shimmering lagoons and brilliant coral reefs. Many resorts here offer discounts for honeymooners, or special complimentary extras, so if that’s something you’re interested in, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with our team.
Thailand is another especially popular place for UK honeymooners and couples’ holidays alike, with its golden temples and hill cities, as well as its incredibly glamorous white-sand beaches in the south. Then there is beautiful Bali, a slightly longer journey but well worthwhile for its mystical and spectacular interiors, as well as its lovely beaches. The romance of the orient will perfectly complement the romance of your time together.
The idyllic islands of the Caribbean of course have long been a top honeymoon and couple’s holiday choice, and this has not changed. Not only do the islands boast incredibly diverse scenery, each island having its own distinct personality, but there is a profusion of romantic resorts, some grand and opulent, others intimate and exclusive, but all with plenty to offer the tranquillity-seeking honeymooner.
Whether you choose laid-back and sophisticated Antigua, with its abundance of glorious beaches, the lush mountain rainforests and secluded coves of stunning St Lucia, the colonial glamour of Barbados, or the fragrant charm of the spice island Grenada, the warm people will promise an unforgettable start to your married life.
So, picking your destination is exciting, but how are you going to ensure your honeymoon is as perfect as you hope? First, do book in plenty of time — a year ahead is not too early, to make sure you avoid disappointment. And be careful of timing — remember the Indian Ocean has a monsoon season, and most of the Caribbean has a hurricane season.
Before booking anything, you should of course discuss what you both want in a honeymoon. Honeymoon destinations vary widely, from those that have plenty of entertainments laid on, to those that are so secluded you hardly meet anyone else. If you have different expectations, you need to find a compromise, or perhaps consider a twin-centre honeymoon — for example, Abu Dhabi and the Maldives.
Above all, don't try to organise it all yourselves — in all the hectic excitement of the wedding, you are more than likely to forget something vital.
Our specialists, who are expert in honeymoon arrangements, can arrange flights, hotels and car rentals, as well as ensuring essential details like valid passports and name changes are not forgotten, taking all the stress from you and ensuring you can simply relax and enjoy your special time.
And, of course, we can make sure your hotel knows you're on honeymoon, so that you get all the perks and special treatment you deserve. That’s the Luxury Holiday’s way.
Create your unforgettable trip with no detail missed and celebrate your special day. From luxury breaks to the Maldives to multi-centre city breaks all over the world, we’ve got you covered. Explore our range of luxury honeymoon destinations below…
