The Best Honeymoon Destinations for
Each Month of the Year
Honeymoons are an important event for every couple to embark upon to begin their life’s journey
together. The world is full of exotic, romantic, breathtaking places to visit, and many people ask,
“Where should we take our honeymoon?” This twelve-part honeymoon blog series is designed to give
you some great destinations to consider for each month of the year.
January: Bora Bora
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Why you should honeymoon here: Amazing scenery, stunning beaches, vibrant sea life
Activities: Snorkeling, hiking, 4X4 adventures, canoeing, jet skiing, relax on a beach
Weather: Mid-80s
Top hotel pick: St. Regis Bora Bora
Why this month is great: Chances are that the weather is not nearly as nice where you are
coming from!
February: Tanzania
 Why you should honeymoon here: Serengeti National Park, Mount Kilimanjaro, the coast
 Activities: Trekking, safaris, horseback riding, biking, snorkeling, diving, kite surfing,
swimming with dolphins, see the Big Five—Lion, African Leopard, African Elephant, Black
Rhinoceros, African Buffalo
 Weather: Mid 80s
 Top hotel pick: Singita Sasakwa Lodge
 Why this month is great: Tanzania has great weather this time of year and the annual
migration takes place around now, so you will leave having shared an amazing and unique
experience together.
March: New Zealand and Australia
 Why you should honeymoon here: Stunning scenery, adventure activities, caves, Milford
Sound National Park, Great Barrier Reef
 Activities: Go caving, hiking, horseback riding, visit a winery, try blackwater rafting, kayaking,
swimming, snorkeling, diving
 Weather: High 70s to Mid 80s
 Top hotel pick: Eichhardt’s Private Hotel in Queenstown, New Zealand
 Why this month is great: March is summertime in this part of the world so you can expect
great weather and fun activities while your family and friends are snowed in back home.
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April: Paris, France
 Why you should honeymoon here: History, culture, romance, architecture, museums
 Activities: Visit the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, Notre Dame Cathedral, Arc de Triomphe, St.Germain-des-Prés
 Top hotel pick: Le Royal Monceau
 Weather: Around 55 degrees
 Why this month is great: April kicks off spring in Paris! The flowers are beginning to bloom
and the tourist rush has yet to begin. You may get stuck in a little rain, but what could be more
romantic then running through a rain storm in Paris?
May: Madrid and Barcelona, Spain
 Why you should honeymoon here: Culture, history, architecture, modern art, museums,
interesting activities
 Activities: Explore old palaces and historic quarters, try new food, see a bull fight or a
traditional flamenco dance
 Weather: Between 60 and 70 degrees
 Top Hotel Pick: The Mandarin Oriental Barcelona
 Why this month is great: The weather is comfortable for walking around and exploring all the
beautiful places.
June: Hawaii
 Why you should honeymoon here: Stunning views, lovely beaches, tropical ambiance, fun
activities
 Activities: Take a surfing lesson, lay on the beach, explore volcanoes, hike, snorkel, parasail
 Weather: Average at about 85 degrees
 Top hotel pick: The Kahala
 Why this month is great: Tourists typically visit in the winter months when their own
hometown isn’t so sunny, but Hawaii has pretty good weather year round. This is a great time
to visit because the sun will be warm and bright and you won’t be swarmed by tourists in
Hawaiian-print shirts.
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July: The French Riviera
 Why you should honeymoon here: The French Riviera is one of the top destinations in the
world for romance and relaxation.
 Activities: Beaches, casinos, historical buildings,
 Weather: Around 80 degrees
 Top hotel pick: Hotel Palais De La Méditerranée
 Why this month is great: The weather is simply sensational and the nightlife is alive and
vibrant.
August: Greece
 Why you should honeymoon here: The historical sites are breathtaking and the laid back feel
on the islands will make you feel right at home.
 Activities: Visit the ancient sites in Athens, Mycenae, Olympia, and Delphi. Cruise to the
volcano from Santorini, or take a stroll along the cobblestone streets and enjoy the local shops.
 Weather: Can reach 100 degrees. Thank heavens for that Mediterranean breeze!
 Top hotel pick: Mykonos Blu
 Why this month is great: The heat is toned down by the cool breezes coming off the
Mediterranean Sea, and you won’t want anything but sunshine to explore the charming little
towns or to visit the beautiful historical sites.
September: Italy
 Why you should honeymoon here: It’s hard to find such interesting history and culture
anywhere else in the world. From the waterways of Venice to the Tuscan countryside, you
won’t find another location as charming for your romantic honeymoon.
 Activities: Visit breathtaking historical churches, monuments, and residences; spend a day in
wine country, go to a museum, take a gondola ride
 Weather: Mid 70s
 Top hotel pick: The St. Regis Florence
 Why this month is great: The tourists have finally disbursed, but the weather is still warm and
gorgeous so you can spend all (well most) of your time outside enjoying all that Italy has to
offer.
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October: Bali
 Why honeymoon here: The ambiance is truly unparalleled anywhere else is the world. The
natural beauty combined with the cultural makes Bali an experience of a lifetime.
 Activities: Stroll through the local markets, go rafting, biking, climbing, snorkeling, or sit on a
beautiful beach
 Weather: Mid 80s with a slight chance of warm rain
 Top hotel pick: Amandari
 Why this month is great: The weather is great and there aren’t a ton of travelers about so you
can bask in this cultural and spiritual experience.
November: India
 Why honeymoon here: Immerse yourself in a beautiful and fun culture while experiencing rich
historical sites.
 Activities: Check out the flavor in the local bazaars; visit infamous sites, temples, mosques,
and monuments; ride exotic animals; watch the sunrise over the biggest testament to love ever
created: the Taj Mahal
 Weather: Low 80s
 Top hotel pick: Taj Rambagh Palace
 Why this month is so great: So many people are busy with the holiday rush, so you won’t have
to compete with a million tourists to see the amazing sites. The 80 degree weather doesn’t hurt
either.
December: South American Tour
 Why honeymoon here: South America has so many amazing places to visit, but the unique
blend of nature and culture in Brazil and Peru will make your honeymoon unforgettable.
 Activities: See Corcovado and the famous Christ Redeemer statue, Iguassu Falls, go on a
luxury Amazon River Cruise, explore Machu Picchu, visit museums and historical sites
 Weather: 80s in Brazil, 70s in Peru
 Top hotel pick: Hotel Monasterio
 Why this month is so great: Things at home will be crazy because it is the holiday season, and
even though tourism will be high, it’s nothing compared to the festive season in the Caribbean.
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