Top Ten Honeymoon Getaways

Islands, such as Hawaii and the Bahamas, are common honeymoon destinations.

There are countless honeymoon destinations available worldwide, but there are 10 locations that tend to top the list as favorites for honeymooners. According to the Honeymooners Review Guide, the top 10 honeymoon destinations are: Hawaii, Mexico, Jamaica, St. Lucia, Bahamas, Dominican Republic, Tahiti, Fiji, Antigua and Italy.



Because many honeymoon getaways are often in tropical locations, make sure to check for potential storms and other natural disasters that could send an ideal location to the bottom of the list overnight. Take into consideration how you and your spouse like to spend your time before choosing a honeymoon destination. Check out adult-only accommodations and night life opportunities when planning a honeymoon getaway.

Island Destinations

Most of the top 10 honeymoon getaways are island destinations. Islands, such as Hawaii, Jamaica, the Bahamas, the Dominican Republic, Antigua and Tahiti, can provide an ideal romantic honeymoon getaway. Scenery and beaches are two of the primary reasons to choose an island as a travel destination. Hawaii has unique coastlines and volcanoes. Jamaica is known for its green forests, caves and waterfalls. With hundreds of islands making up the Bahamas and Fiji island chains, there are a lot of areas to stay and explore. Culture plays a role as well. The Polynesian culture on the Tahitian islands of Bora Bora and Moorea is a draw for many travelers, and the culture of St. Lucia includes an interesting mix of French and British influences.

Mexico

Beach opportunities are one of the reasons Mexico is a popular honeymoon destination. Vacationing in Cancun provides an chance to tour Mayan ruins. Other Mexican cities, such as Puerto Vallarta, Los Cabos and Acapulco, have picturesque landscapes, romantic resorts and an active night life.

Italy

Known for its romantic roots and extensive history, Italy has opportunities for honeymooners to engage in the country's art, history, shopping and unique cuisine and wine offerings. Cities such as Milan, Lombardy, Venice, Florence, Rome and Sicily are commonly visited honeymoon destinations.

References

• The Honeymooner's Review Guide: Top Honeymoon Destinations
• The Knot: Mexico honeymoon
• The Knot: Europe - Italy