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Top 10 Romance and Honeymoon Travel Spots

Honeymooners like it hot, when planning their post-nuptial celebrations that is, according to a recent nationwide survey conducted by www.travelsavers.com that polled 2,500 independent travel agencies. In fact, all 10 of the most popular honeymoon spots are located in warm-weather regions of the world:

  1. Hawaii
  2. Jamaica
  3. Cancun/Mexico
  4. Caribbean Cruises
  5. St. Lucia
  1. Disney/Orlando
  2. Aruba
  3. Tahiti/Bora Bora
  4. Bermuda
  5. Las Vegas
These destinations are also perfect for couples who are celebrating their anniversary, renewing their vows, or just looking to make some magic together on a romantic getaway. They are easy to get to from anywhere in the U.S. and offer great value for vacation dollars spent.

Wherever in the world you decide to travel, TRAVELSAVERS is standing by to help plan this all-important vacation. Click here to find the TRAVELSAVERS Honeymoon and Romance specialist nearest you.

Where can I go that’s really unusual for our honeymoon or romantic getaway?
We like adventure. What can you offer us?
What types of activities do honeymooners usually go for?
How much do people usually spend on their honeymoon?
What are the deciding factors when choosing a destination?
Honeymoon Planning Checklist


Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I go that’s really unusual for our honeymoon or romantic getaway?

Travel agents polled by the travelsavers.com survey named the following as some of the most unusual post-nuptial or romance trips:

  • An over-water bungalow in Tahiti
  • A spa weekend in Fiji, barging in France
  • A visit to Pago Pago, a Cabo/San Lucas fishing trip
  • An excursion to the Cook Islands
  • A romantic cruise in the Greek Isles
  • A trip to Indonesia to see the Komodo dragons and orangutans
  • Staying at a ranch in the Australian Outback
  • Or go all out and book a trip around the world to celebrate your love

Frequently Asked Questions

We like adventure. What can you offer us?

Says the survey, those looking for a thrill-of-a-lifetime honeymoon adventure might want to consider booking:

  • A Costa Rican jungle tour or 4x4 excursion
  • A Galapagos dive trip
  • A hike through the Canadian Rockies
  • An Alaskan cruise
  • Backpacking for a month through Europe
  • Skydiving in Europe
  • Trekking through the Amazonian rainforest in Peru
  • A Kenya safari
  • Camping in the mountains of Maui
  • Hiking the Appalachian Mountains
  • Shark feeds off Bora Bora
  • Volcano touring in South America

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of activities do honeymooners usually go for?

Back to honeymooners, just what do they like to do on their first vacation as husband-and-wife? Respondents ranked the following in order of importance and appeal (from most popular to least popular):

  1. Relaxing on the beach
  2. Enjoying time together at a deluxe secret hideaway
  3. Taking a cruise
  4. Livin’ it up wherever the nightlife is jumpin’
  5. Embarking on an adventure travel excursion
  6. Touring one of the world’s great cities
  7. Shopping ‘til they drop

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do people usually spend on their honeymoon?

The survey showed that the majority (49%) of honeymooners lay out between $3,000-$3,900 for their trip. Just over one quarter splurge in the amount of $4,000 or more, while just under one quarter spend $2,000-$2,900. A handful (2%) pay $1,000-$1,999 for their nuptial vacation.


Frequently Asked Questions

What are the deciding factors when choosing a destination?

The factors that most influence honeymooners when booking their travel are “value for the money,” “location,” and “price.” Other key considerations include “on-site activities,” “ease of reaching destination,” and “having a new experience.”


Honeymoon Planning Checklist

Your big day is almost here. And, then comes the honeymoon. Here’s a tried-and-true checklist to help you plan the honeymoon of your dreams, courtesy of Bridal Guide magazine:

6 months
  • Discuss the type of honeymoon you both want (beach, cruise, island-hopping…) and set a budget you will stick to.
  • Start reading up on potential destinations - in travel books, magazines, newspapers. Consult a travel agent for more ideas and suggestions.
5 months
  • Finalize your destination. Be sure to thoroughly research hotels, airlines, car-rental companies.
  • Ask your travel agent, the resort directly, or check out relevant websites about the many terrific honeymoon packages out there that are especially cost-effective.
3 months
  • Make your reservations and send in all necessary deposits. Keep a record of confirmation numbers.
  • Ask what official travel documents you may need (passport, visa).
2 months
  • Make sure you have enough luggage, as well as travel essentials like voltage converters, travel irons, etc. (Hint: Add items you will need to your bridal registry!)
1 month
  • Buy or borrow a camera if you need one, plus film, extra batteries, sunglasses and sunscreen.
  • Purchase trip insurance.
  • Pay off credit cards (so you’re ready for a honeymoon splurge!).
  • Make a copy of your travel itinerary, plus phone and fax numbers where you can be reached, and leave at home for an emergency.
  • Write up a list of everything you’ll want and need to pack, including clothes, toiletries and accessories.
1 Week
  • Reconfirm travel arrangements.
  • Get travelers’ checks and/or a small amount of foreign cash.
  • Pack medications, a change of clothes and toothbrushes in your carry-on bag.
Day of Departure
  • Make sure you have your tickets, passports and money in your carry-on bag (not in your checked luggage in the event a bag gets lost!).
  • Reconfirm your flight before leaving home. Be sure to arrive at the airport early (one hour for domestic flights, two for international).