The Maldives
Overwater villas, private dinners on the sand and reefs right off the deck.
- Best months
- December to April
- Typical length
- 7 to 10 nights
- Best for
- Total relaxation
Honeymoons & anniversaries
After months of wedding planning, the honeymoon should be the easy part.
By the Global Escapes travel team · Updated
- Typical length
- 7 to 14 days
- Best time
- Depends on where, and when the wedding is
- The feel
- Romantic, private and unrushed
- When to book
- 9 to 12 months before the wedding
- Often included
- Honeymoon touches at many resorts
- Great for
- Newlyweds, anniversaries and vow renewals
Why we love planning honeymoons
Tell us how the two of you like to travel, and we’ll design a trip that feels like you.
Adventurous or lazy, beach or city, we’ll find the right fit. Many couples combine two experiences, like a safari and a beach, or Italy and the Greek islands.
Anniversaries matter too. Whether it’s your 10th or your 50th, we can recreate your honeymoon, plan a vow renewal or finally take the trip you’ve talked about for years.
Where to go
Our favorite places to celebrate, and the months they’re at their most romantic.
Bora Bora & Tahiti
Turquoise lagoons, Mount Otemanu and overwater bungalows in French Polynesia.
- Best months
- May to October
- Typical length
- 7 to 10 nights
- Best for
- Bucket-list romance
The Amalfi Coast & Italy
Cliffside hotels in Positano, Tuscan vineyards and a gondola in Venice.
- Best months
- May to June, September
- Typical length
- 10 to 14 nights
- Best for
- Food and wine lovers
The Greek islands
Santorini sunsets, quiet beaches on Milos and long lunches by the sea.
- Best months
- May to June, September to October
- Typical length
- 8 to 12 nights
- Best for
- Island hoppers
Safari & Zanzibar
Lions at dawn, then barefoot days on the Indian Ocean.
- Best months
- June to October
- Typical length
- 10 to 14 nights
- Best for
- Adventurous couples
St. Lucia & the Caribbean
The Pitons, plunge pools and an easy flight from Atlanta.
- Best months
- December to April
- Typical length
- 5 to 8 nights
- Best for
- Short flights, beach time
Maui & Kauaʻi
Sunrise on Haleakalā, waterfalls and quiet resorts, no passport needed.
- Best months
- April to May, September to November
- Typical length
- 8 to 12 nights
- Best for
- Easy travel
Japan
Ryokan stays with private hot spring baths, Kyoto gardens and Tokyo’s food scene.
- Best months
- Late March to May, October to November
- Typical length
- 10 to 14 nights
- Best for
- Culture and food
Costa Rica
Rainforest lodges, hot springs and a Pacific beach to finish.
- Best months
- December to April
- Typical length
- 8 to 10 nights
- Best for
- Adventure and nature
When to go
Match your wedding month to the place that’s at its best.
DestinationJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
MaldivesJan: BestFeb: BestMar: BestApr: BestMay: GoodJun: Off seasonJul: Off seasonAug: Off seasonSep: Off seasonOct: GoodNov: GoodDec: Best
Bora BoraJan: GoodFeb: GoodMar: GoodApr: GoodMay: BestJun: BestJul: BestAug: BestSep: BestOct: BestNov: GoodDec: Good
ItalyJan: Off seasonFeb: Off seasonMar: GoodApr: BestMay: BestJun: BestJul: GoodAug: GoodSep: BestOct: BestNov: Off seasonDec: Off season
Greek islandsJan: Off seasonFeb: Off seasonMar: Off seasonApr: GoodMay: BestJun: BestJul: GoodAug: GoodSep: BestOct: BestNov: Off seasonDec: Off season
Safari & ZanzibarJan: GoodFeb: GoodMar: GoodApr: Off seasonMay: Off seasonJun: BestJul: BestAug: BestSep: BestOct: BestNov: GoodDec: Good
St. LuciaJan: BestFeb: BestMar: BestApr: BestMay: GoodJun: GoodJul: GoodAug: Off seasonSep: Off seasonOct: Off seasonNov: GoodDec: Best
HawaiiJan: GoodFeb: GoodMar: GoodApr: BestMay: BestJun: GoodJul: GoodAug: GoodSep: BestOct: BestNov: BestDec: Good
JapanJan: Off seasonFeb: Off seasonMar: BestApr: BestMay: BestJun: Off seasonJul: Off seasonAug: Off seasonSep: Off seasonOct: BestNov: BestDec: Good
Costa RicaJan: BestFeb: BestMar: BestApr: BestMay: GoodJun: GoodJul: GoodAug: GoodSep: Off seasonOct: Off seasonNov: GoodDec: Best
Best Good Off season
Spring and June weddings
Italy, Greece, Bora Bora and Hawaii are lovely, and safari season begins in June.
Fall weddings
Late September and October are perfect for Italy, Greece, Japan and safari.
Winter weddings
The Maldives, the Caribbean and Costa Rica are at their best from December to April.
Anniversaries
With no wedding date to work around, you can follow the best season anywhere.
Find your honeymoon style
Most couples know right away which of these sounds like them.
Island and overwater
Villas over the lagoon, a private plunge pool and nowhere to be.
Adventure, then beach
Safari, rainforest or mountains first, then a few slow days by the sea.
City and countryside
Rome or Paris for a few nights, then a villa in the vineyards.
Romance at sea
A suite and a veranda on Silversea or Explora Journeys, with a new port each morning.
Something unexpected
An Antarctica expedition, a ryokan in the Japanese Alps, or Patagonia’s trails.
A honeymoon day
- Morning
Breakfast in bed
Or on the deck, with your feet in the water.
- Late morning
Couples massage
Booked ahead, so there’s nothing to arrange.
- Afternoon
Just the two of you
A private boat, a quiet beach or a long lunch.
- Sunset
Champagne
Somewhere with a view you’ll never forget.
- Evening
Dinner for two
A table on the sand or a chef’s menu in your villa.
Touches we can arrange
- Honeymoon amenities and welcome gifts
- Room upgrades when available
- Private dinners and excursions
- Couples spa treatments
- A photo session
Worth adding
- A vow renewal or private ceremony
- Airport meet-and-greet and lounge access
- A stopover city on the way home
- Travel insurance
Destination spotlight
The Maldives
Overwater villas, calm lagoons and reefs right off the deck, plus how to choose the right atoll for the two of you.
Explore the MaldivesGood to know
The small things that make a big difference.
Book in your passport name
Flights must match the name on your passport. If you’re changing your name, travel under your current one and update it after.
Mention the occasion
Many resorts offer honeymoon touches. Some ask for proof of your wedding date within the past year.
Book 9 to 12 months out
Especially for overwater villas, safari camps and summer in Europe.
Leave a buffer day
A day or two between the wedding and the flight gives you time to rest and repack.
Don’t overpack the itinerary
Two destinations in ten days leaves room to actually relax.
Protect the trip
Travel insurance covers the unexpected, so you can enjoy the build-up.
Questions we hear a lot
When should we book our honeymoon?
Nine to twelve months before the wedding is ideal, especially for popular resorts and peak seasons.
Can I travel under my married name?
Only if your passport is already in that name. Book flights in the name on your current passport, and update it after you’re home.
How long should a honeymoon be?
Seven to fourteen days is the sweet spot. Ten days lets you combine two destinations without rushing.
Where should we go for a honeymoon in the fall?
Italy, Greece, Japan, Hawaii and safari are all at their best in September and October.
Do you plan anniversary trips and vow renewals?
Yes, and they’re some of our favorites. We can recreate your honeymoon or plan a ceremony somewhere new.
Let’s plan your honeymoon
Tell us your wedding date and the kind of trip you’re dreaming of. An advisor will take it from there.