The Top 10
- Barbados
- Bahamas
- Paris
- Venice
- St Lucia
- Sardinia
- Mauritius
- Reykjavik
- Seychelles
- New York
Most of these destinations are of course no surprise as many couples view their ideal honeymoon on the white sands and tropical seas of the Caribbean islands, or in a romantic backdrop of the Eiffel Tower or along a Venetian canal. There are many ways to pursue this type of getaway. If it is the tropical islands you are after, an all inclusive may be an option and companies such as Sandals cater for this in the idyllic islands of Jamaica, St Lucia, Antigua and the Bahamas. Also, the major travel agents are great places to find deals that require minimal organisation on your part. Try looking at websites such as Thomas Cook, Expedia and Thomson.
Types of honeymoon
The Cultural....
Cities such as Rome or Barcelona are perfect for couples in pursuit of romantic European culture; they both offer a range of accommodation from bed and breakfasts to five star hotels, catering for any budget. Good places to look for accommodation are on tourist board websites and on travel sites such as easytobook.com.
The Active....
If an active holiday is more appealing, then African safaris and scenic stays in Australia and New Zealand are a very popular option. Websites such as safari.co.uk give examples of tailor made safari holidays and Luxury Adventures offer active holidays in the Southern Hemisphere.The Alternative....
The city of Reykjavik in Iceland features in the Top 10, proving that if it is a totally unique honeymoon you are after, you may wish to try an alternative destination and swap the sun, sea and sand for snow and ice. A skiing holiday is perfect for those in pursuit of an active honeymoon, or destinations such as the Ice Hotel in Sweden, offers accommodation with a big difference! There are many activities such as travelling the 7.5 mile distance from the airport to the hotel on dogsled, trying the hot sauna, visiting nearby Stockholm or watching a band or play in the ice replica of the Globe Theatre. Also if staying in amongst the ice sounds too much then you can stay in one of the Hotels ‘warm’ hotel rooms or in the ‘Northern Light’ chalet featuring skylights for a cosy night under the stars.
The Popular ....
With views like this it is easy to see why Barbados has been at the top of honeymoon destinations for many years. The characteristic white beaches and crystal waters are the perfect scene for such a romantic occasion. Crane Beach, one of many of the islands beautiful beaches is recognised as one of the top in the world, making it a must to visit on your honeymoon.