The 10 Best Honeymoon Destinations for 2026
From overwater bungalows in the Maldives to Tuscan vineyards and Patagonian fjords, here are the destinations our planners are sending newlyweds to in 2026.
Choosing a honeymoon is partly about the destination and partly about how you both want to feel afterwards: rested, adventurous, awe-struck, or all three. Here are the 10 destinations our planners are recommending most for 2026 – with the kind of detail that helps you actually decide.
1. Maldives — for total switch-off
Still the gold standard for "do absolutely nothing." Look at Soneva, Six Senses Laamu, or Anantara Kihavah for over-water luxury; Adaaran Hudhuranfushi or OBLU for half-board options under US $5,000 per couple for 7 nights.
2. Santorini & Mykonos — for caldera sunsets
Combine Santorini's drama (Imerovigli has the best views without the Oia crowds) with a few quieter days on Naxos or Milos. Avoid August unless you love crowds; May, June, and late September are ideal.
3. Bali & Lombok — for variety on a budget
Three nights in Ubud's rice terraces, three on Nusa Dua or Seminyak beaches, and three island-hopping the Gili Islands gives you culture + beach + adventure for around US $3,500–$4,500 per couple including international flights.
4. Swiss Alps — for storybook scenery
Zermatt, Wengen, and Lauterbrunnen feel like CGI. Take the Glacier Express, sleep in a mountain chalet, and catch the sunrise on the Matterhorn. Best in late June or September to avoid the peak rates.
5. Kenya safari + Zanzibar — for the "wow" story
Five nights of game drives in the Maasai Mara followed by four nights on Zanzibar's Indian Ocean coast is the ultimate East African pairing. July–October catches the Great Migration river crossings.
6. Iceland — for the Northern Lights
September–March for aurora chances; June–August for endless midnight-sun road trips. A self-drive Ring Road honeymoon is unbeatable for couples who like adventure over poolside time.
7. Japan in cherry blossom — for once-in-a-lifetime romance
Late March to early April for sakura. Tokyo + Kyoto + Hakone is the classic trio. Book ryokan stays 6+ months in advance.
8. Patagonia — for active newlyweds
Torres del Paine in Chile and El Chaltén in Argentina deliver glacier hikes, condor sightings, and luxury eco-lodges like EcoCamp and Awasi. Best November to March.
9. Tuscany — for slow days and great food
Stay at a converted villa in the Val d'Orcia, do half-day cooking classes, drive to Montepulciano for wine, and end in Florence. May or September are perfect.
10. Fiji — for warmth and warmth of welcome
Less crowded than the Maldives, friendlier than the Caribbean. Likuliku and Turtle Island are bucket-list adults-only resorts. Year-round destination; June–October is driest.
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Frequently asked questions
How far in advance should we book a honeymoon?
For peak destinations like the Maldives or Santorini in summer, book 8–10 months ahead. For shoulder-season trips, 4–6 months is usually enough.
What is the average honeymoon budget?
Our most popular honeymoon packages range from US $3,500–$12,000 per couple for 7–10 nights. The biggest cost drivers are accommodation tier and how many flights are involved.
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