Which honeymooner are you?

There’s no such thing as a ‘right’ honeymoon, but there are a few honeymoon styles couples naturally gravitate towards. From laidback luxe lovers to adventure-first explorers, we see four clear honeymoon types emerge again and again.

Read on to see which feels most like you, along with the trips and special stays we recommend for each.

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Cover-star stays 
These are the hotels you’ve seen in magazines – and saved. Think architectural icons like Atlantis The Royal, Dubai’s headline hotel, or Jade Mountain, famed for its dramatic Piton views. Over in the Maldives, smaller, forward-thinking islands like Outrigger Maafushivaru Maldives and OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi put creativity centre stage, from sculptural bars to underwater dining. 

Ultra all-inclusive 
All-inclusive has grown up, and it’s no longer about wristbands and buffet queues. Take Ikos Resorts in Europe – two we love for their romantic atmosphere are Ikos Odisia and Ikos Porto Petro. For standout value, Mexico comes up trumps, with adults-only favourites like Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun delivering honeymoon wins from seriously good cuisine to swim-up suites. 

Rooms that steal the spotlight 
If where you wake up is a big part of the honeymoon daydream, Bali understands the assignment. On our Luxury Bali Ubud and Beach trip, it’s private pool villas all the way – first just steps from the sand, with a butler on hand for your every whim, then high above the valleys in Ubud. 

Timeless luxury 
For a honeymoon that leans fully into classic romance, the Italian Lakes are hard to beat. Put Lefay Resort & Spa Lago Di Garda at the top of your wish list; a spa-led stay with panoramic lake views and next-level wellness. And why stop at one dose of la dolce vita? Our Lake Garda and Lake Maggiore twin-centre doubles it up.

Off-script safaris 
If there’s one honeymoon style that always delivers for you, it’s a safari. Kenya, South Africa and Tanzania are classics for a reason, but if you’re tempted by something a little less predictable, Namibia is the safari honeymoon gaining ground. Expect big wildlife moments layered with dramatic desert scenery on our Luxury Namibia itinerary, staying in exceptional lodges as you go.

Take the scenic route 
You like to travel with time on your side, where getting from A to B is part of the appeal. And you’re not alone – more couples are choosing depth and local flavour over tourist-heavy hotspots. New Zealand is made for this kind of honeymoon, taking you on spectacular, winding drives from culture-rich cities to leafy vineyards and mountain trails.

Travel with impact  
Travel feels even better when you know your presence is a positive one. In Thailand, we’ve shaped an itinerary that lets you enjoy the best of the country while making considered choices along the way. Our Thailand Positive Impact trip pairs an EarthCheck Gold hotel in Bangkok with ethical wildlife experiences at Elephant Hills, before ending at Santhiya Resort & Spa, an eco-aware beachfront retreat that balances comfort with care for its surroundings. 

Green planet adventures 
Head into the heart of our natural world, with wildlife encounters that define the trip. That might mean tracking gorillas in Rwanda or watching grizzlies roam Canada’s Great Bear Rainforest. Borneo is a great option, especially if you don’t want just one setting, with city stops, beach time and jungle immersion in the Danum Valley, one of the world’s richest ecosystems. 

Sunshine, with substance 
If beach time is non-negotiable but you still want to scratch that curiosity itch, beach plus is the answer: twin-centre trips that hit the sweet spot between coast and culture. Think espresso stops in Rome before salt-air strolls in Sorrento, a two-stop stay in Jamaica, or Istanbul and Antalya, with a side quest to Cappadocia for good measure – all cave hotels, sunrise balloons and spellbinding honeymoon magic. 

A South East Asia adventure 
South East Asia is the perfect playground for your kind of honeymoon, as each stop brings a whole new mood. Vietnam is a honeymoon hot ticket: our Explorer itinerary travels north to south from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City, weaving together historic towns, countryside and street-food stops before ending on the golden sands of Mui Ne. 

Travel that moves you
Honeymoons where the journey takes centre stage are a natural fit for off-beat explorers. It might mean crossing Australia coast to coast on the Indian Pacific or embracing old-school glamour on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express. But one rail route to immediately put top of your wish list? Canada’s legendary Rocky Mountaineer. 

Full immersion trips  
These are the honeymoons that throw you right into the thick of it. India is an unapologetic assault on the senses and nowhere dazzles you quite like Rajasthan. Our Magical Rajasthan itinerary moves from Delhi through the colourful heart of the region to Mumbai, taking in palaces, desert cities and the bucket-list sight of the Taj Mahal along the way, India’s most iconic symbol of romance. 

Radical rest 
If your idea of honeymoon bliss is deep relaxation in beautiful surroundings, the Indian Ocean sits in a league of its own. Ananea Madivaru Maldives is a front-runner if castaway life (with a luxe twist) is calling. But radical rest doesn’t have to mean staying put. Think slow island hopping in the Seychelles or doubling up in Mauritius, pairing an intimate mountain retreat with a serene stay by the sea. 

Adventure without the admin 
You’re not opposed to adventure, you just want it without the effort. Sri Lanka & the Maldives is ideal if you want to see and do more without taking on the planning. With a private chauffeur-guide, you’ll be whisked between tea country, temples and wildlife before a Robinson-Crusoe-style finale. Over in Thailand, our Beaches and Jungle itinerary mixes a standout wildlife experience with relaxed beach stays at either end. 

Downtime, with a beat 
The Caribbean is great for easy-going romance with just enough energy when you want it. Choose from boutique hideaways or polished resorts across a range of islands or get the best of both worlds with a well-matched twin-centre stay. Begin with a relaxed base then raise the bar, like on our Antigua access all areas escape, or swap the tempo from sophisticated Barbados to the sleepy Grenadines. 

Spaah days 
What’s a honeymoon without a little couples’ spa time? If feeling restored ranks just as highly as feeling romantic, this is your lane. From spa-led sanctuaries like Fontsanta Thermal Spa & Wellness Hotel in Mallorca and Shanti Maurice in Mauritius, to wellness-focused journeys in Thailand, Vietnam and Sri Lanka, we know exactly where to send you to come back glowing, inside and out.