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Out Of Office was founded on a single conviction: that everyone should be able to travel the world, no matter who they love. Since then, our team has planned thousands of same-sex honeymoons across every destination on this page, and we know each of them from the inside out. Which resorts are truly welcoming, not just technically inclusive. Which properties will upgrade you without being asked. Which destinations have changed in the past two years, and which ones we no longer recommend.

A honeymoon is not a standard holiday. It is the trip that sets the tone for everything that comes after, and it deserves to be planned by people who understand that, and who understand you. Planning it alongside a wedding is a particular kind of pressure.

The last thing you need is the added complexity of researching which destinations are safe for a same-sex couple, which hotels will treat you with the warmth you deserve, and which five-star properties are five-star in everything except the way they treat two grooms or two brides at breakfast.

That complexity is ours to carry, not yours.

We specialise in bespoke LGBTQ+ honeymoon packages and build every trip from scratch. No set itineraries. No compromises. No assumptions about how you want to travel. We get to know you and your partner properly, understand what kind of travellers you are, and build the honeymoon around that.

Some couples want private villas and total seclusion. Others want culture, food, and cities that feel like home. Most want something in between, and something they could not have found on their own.

Below you will find our recommended destinations, hand-picked itineraries, and the hotels our team knows personally. Use it as a starting point. Then talk to us.

Choosing a Gay Honeymoon in Europe

Greece: Athens, Mykonos and Santorini

Greece remains one of our most popular gay honeymoon destinations because it combines almost everything couples ask us for. Start in Athens with rooftop restaurants, ancient sites and some of the best new hotels in the city, then move into the Cyclades.

Mykonos brings the energy: beach clubs, excellent restaurants, beautiful hotels and one of the Mediterranean’s best-known gay scenes. Santorini changes the pace completely, with caldera views, private terraces and the best sunsets in Europe.

Italy: Rome, Tuscany and the Amalfi Coast

Italy works particularly well when you want your honeymoon to include more cultural activity.

Begin with a few days in Rome among ancient ruins, neighborhood restaurants and grand hotels. Travel north for Florence and the Tuscan countryside, or continue south towards Capri and the Amalfi Coast.

Portugal: Lisbon, Comporta and the Algarve

Portugal works beautifully for couples who want a European honeymoon that feels relaxed rather than over-programmed.

Start in Lisbon for tiled streets, excellent restaurants, rooftop bars and grand old hotels, then head south to Comporta.  Finish in the Algarve, where the coastline becomes more dramatic. Stay somewhere overlooking the ocean, take a private boat along the cliffs and sea caves, and leave enough time for completely unplanned days by the pool.

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Combine Mykonos and Santorini for two very different versions of the Greek islands

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Pair Rome with Capri or the Amalfi Coast for a classic Italian honeymoon

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Explore Lisbon, Porto and the Algarve

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Build the trip around private boats, exceptional restaurants, and wine tastings

Planning your LGBTQ+ honeymoon

The world is more welcoming than it’s ever been, and there are extraordinary honeymoon destinations open to you on every continent. Overwater villas in the Maldives, clifftop suites in Santorini, safari lodges in South Africa, the villages and vineyards of Tuscany. Our job is to make sure you experience the best of them without any of the uncertainty that can come with traveling as a same-sex couple.

We know these destinations and the hotels within them personally. We know which properties genuinely celebrate their LGBTQ+ guests and which ones simply tolerate them. We know which Italian agriturismos make same-sex couples feel completely at home, and which Greek island hotels have gone out of their way to build something genuinely inclusive. That distinction matters on a honeymoon, and it’s exactly the kind of knowledge that’s hard to find anywhere else.

Every trip we plan is built around you as a couple: your pace, your priorities, your version of the perfect honeymoon. Some couples want to move through multiple destinations, combining culture and beaches and wildlife into one unforgettable trip. Others want to arrive somewhere beautiful and stay put. Most want something in between. Whatever that looks like for you, we build it from scratch.

The practical details, the room, the recognition on arrival, the moments that make it feel special rather than standard: we handle all of that before you leave home, so you can focus on the parts that matter.

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Best Long-Haul Gay Honeymoons

French Polynesia: Moorea, Bora Bora and the South Pacific

French Polynesia delivers the honeymoon people have been picturing for years: volcanic islands, impossibly clear lagoons and some of the best overwater villas in the world.

Moorea gives you mountains, snorkeling, hiking and a more exploratory few days before Bora Bora brings the full honeymoon finale. This is where you can disappear into an overwater villa, swim directly from your deck and have dinner beside the lagoon.

Japan: Tokyo, Kinosaki and Kyoto

Japan is ideal for couples who want the honeymoon to be built around experiences rather than a single resort.

Tokyo is fast, precise and endlessly interesting, with exceptional food and some of the world’s best hotels. Kyoto is quieter and more atmospheric, built around temples, gardens, traditional neighborhoods and centuries of craft.

Between them, we love adding a stay in an onsen town such as Kinosaki. A traditional ryokan, a multi-course kaiseki dinner and a few days at a completely different pace give the trip another dimension.

Japan rewards careful planning, which is exactly why it works so well as a tailor-made honeymoon.

The Maldives: Private Islands and Overwater Villas

The Maldives is one of the great honeymoon destinations for a reason. Each resort occupies its own island, the beaches are extraordinary, and some of the best hotels in the world have turned privacy into an art form.

For gay couples, choosing the right resort matters. The legal and cultural picture in the Maldives is more complicated than the experience inside the luxury resort islands, so this is a destination where our LGBTQ+ expertise is particularly valuable.

We work with properties we know and trust, where same-sex couples are welcomed properly and honeymooners are treated as honeymooners from the moment they arrive.

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One dedicated honeymoon specialist from start to finish

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Hotels and local partners we know and trust with LGBTQ+ couples

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Flights, transfers, dining, experiences and support while you travel

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A completely tailor-made itinerary designed around the two of you

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Best Gay Honeymoons by Month

January

For the best luxury honeymoon in January, head to Riviera Maya in Mexico which is known for its beautiful white sandy beaches, hot Mexican sunshine and some of our favourite all-inclusive hotels. Our favourite resorts include Secrets Akumal where you can stay in a junior suite swim up room and enjoy the incredible range of dining options. If you fancy a break from the sun lounger, head to the Mayan ruins in Tulum and visit Chichen Itza which has been named one of the new “seven wonders of the world.”

February

The best luxury honeymoon destination in February is Thailand. Head there for some much-needed sunshine and diverse culture. The weather in Thailand in February is great, with warm temperatures and little rainfall. Start in Bangkok and experience the dynamic happening atmosphere before heading down south to either Phuket or Koh Samui and enjoy the pristine white sandy beaches and relaxing surroundings. If you fancy a spot of island hopping, check out our amazing Thailand island-hopping itinerary which is specially designed for honeymoon couples.

March

The best honeymoon destination in March is Sri Lanka and the Maldives. Spend 10 to 14 days exploring Sri Lanka’s unique culture and visit places such as the Ceylon Tea Trail and Galle rock fortress before heading to the Maldives for some rest and relaxation with your partner. In the Maldives, you will find the classic overwater villa accommodation along with some top quality resorts. Even though it is illegal to be gay in the Maldives, we work very closely with a handful of resorts, who believe in the same ethos as us and will lavish same-sex honeymoon couples with honeymoon benefits and you can be sure of securing a double bed.

April

Our favourite honeymoon destination for April is the USA. The weather is not too hot or too cold, making any sightseeing a lot more pleasant. Live the American dream and begin your journey as a newlywed couple on a classic Route 66 drive. Stop at several places along the way including Los Angeles, Las Vegas and Chicago. If you are restricted on time, then Key West in Florida is a great destination because of its LGBT friendly nature and energetic nightlife.

May

The best honeymoon destination in May if you are a couple looking to simply relax and unwind is undoubtedly The Seychelles. Stay in some of the world’s best all-inclusive boutique resorts and Enjoy the exclusivity, luxury and unbeatable sunshine on your luxury honeymoon. Our favourite properties include the Constance Ephelia and Denis Private Island if you are seeking even more peace and tranquillity.

June

If your honeymoon is in June, then head to the tropical island of Bora Bora in French Polynesia. Stay in an iconic overwater bungalow and enjoy the breathtaking views of the beautiful lagoons and beyond. Known for being very LGBT friendly and one of the few places you can have a legal wedding ceremony if you are a same-sex couple, we can create you an island-hopping itinerary so you can visit some of the other islands including Moorea, Tahaa and Tahiti.

July

For the best honeymoon destination in July, head to the Greek islands for some sun, delicious Mediterranean cuisine and iconic quaint hotels. Mykonos is known for being one of the most LGBT friendly islands and has an energetic nightlife compared to Santorini which is known for its laid back, affluent atmosphere – Santorini is particularly good for a luxury honeymoon. Many couples start in the city of Athens and head to the many ancient Greek sites scattered around the city including the Parthenon and the Acropolis which have been preserved beautifully.

August

For honeymoons in August, head to Brazil and experience everything on offer. Start in Rio de Janeiro, one of the most animated South American cities, which is filled with its own diverse and colourful culture. You can take a trip up Sugar Loaf mountain for the best skyline views of the city and visit the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue. Spend some time relaxing on Copacabana beach before heading out at night to some of the authentic bars and restaurants. Head to the majestic Iguazu Falls – on the border with Argentina – and experience the sheer force of the water tumbling over the edge. Don’t forget to visit the Amazon if you can!

September

If you’re looking for the best honeymoon destination in September then head to Italy and explore some of the many iconic cities including idyllic Venice, artistic Florence and romantic Rome. Venice is known for its intricate network of winding canals and quirky Venetian mask shops. In Florence you will find some of the most iconic works of architecture throughout the city along with some of the best gelato shops. Rome, known as the city of love is dotted with many historic sites including the Trevi fountain, the Colosseum and Vatican city.

October

Head down under and visit marvellous Australia for the best honeymoon in October. It might take a little while to get used to the hot temperatures, but you are also rewarded with some of the most animated cities in the world. Head down the East coast and start in Cairns where you can visit the magical Great Barrier Reef and explore life underwater. Head to Hamilton Island and experience the stunning beaches and laid back island vibes. Other places on your route include Brisbane and Gold Coast, Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide.

November

For the best honeymoons in November we suggest South Africa and Mauritius. Start in Cape Town which is known for its buzzing atmosphere and fun coastal city vibe. Then venture on the Garden Route where you will visit the beautiful Winelands and finish with a stay at one of the many game reserves. Your final stop is Mauritius, a small island located just off the east coast of South Africa. It is home to some of the world’s most beautiful boutique all-inclusive resorts. A perfect way to round off your romantic honeymoon.

December

For those who are seeking a winter wonderland honeymoon, head to northern Finland and stay at the Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort which is one of the few places you can see the dazzling Northern Lights. Stay in a glass igloo or a cosy log cabin and enjoy the many winter activities offered including husky safaris, snowmobile aurora hunting and ice fishing. Immerse yourself in the festivities and visit Santa’s workshop.

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French Polynesia: The Out Of Office Collection

French Polynesia Tailor-made Holiday

French Polynesia remains one of the most extraordinary luxury destinations on earth. More than a hundred islands spread across the South Pacific, each with its own character, connected by short flights and the kind of lagoon water that makes everywhere else feel like a consolation prize. Marlon Brando discovered it filming Mutiny on the Bounty in the 1960s and liked it enough to buy an island.

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The Maldives: The Out Of Office Collection

Tailor-made Holiday

Few destinations do luxury quite like the Maldives. Spread across more than a thousand coral islands in the Indian Ocean, this is a place built almost entirely around the art of doing nothing particularly well: overwater villas, house reefs at your doorstep, and the kind of stillness that genuinely resets you. It's one of our most-requested destinations, and it's not hard to understand why. The Maldives is a resort destination in the purest sense.

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Polynesian Paradise: An Overwater Villa Escape

Tailor-made Holiday

This itinerary is built around one thing: waking up over the water, on three of French Polynesia's most iconic islands. Every hotel here is chosen specifically for its overwater accommodation, not as an upgrade option but as the room type itself, from the first night in Tahiti through to the last night in Bora Bora. Tahiti opens the trip in an overwater bungalow at the InterContinental, with coral reefs visible directly from the deck.

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Bora Bora by Private Catamaran

Tailor-made Holiday

This luxurious French Polynesia island hopping itinerary is ideal for anyone who wants to make the most of their tropical holiday in paradise. We always recommend sailing between the islands of French Polynesia – there are far too many beautiful South Pacific jewels to visit just one. Staying on a private catamaran charter gives you the ultimate freedom, while living in unmatched luxury.

9 days tailor-made from £6,225 per person View trip

Rio De Janeiro, Iguazu Falls, Sao Paulo & Florianopolis

Tailor-made Holiday

Explore the vibrant heart of South America with this meticulously crafted itinerary, designed to showcase the best of Brazil while embracing its dynamic LGBTQ+ culture and nightlife. Begin your journey in Rio De Janeiro, a city pulsating with vibrant colours, infectious energy, and a thriving gay scene. Experience the iconic landmarks like Sugar Loaf Mountain and Christ The Redeemer statue, before immersing yourself in the electrifying nightlife of the city's gay-friendly neighbourhoods.

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Gay Honeymoon in New Zealand: A Luxury South Island Tour

Tailor-made Holiday

The South Island of New Zealand does not need much help setting a romantic scene. The landscapes are vast and quietly overwhelming, the lodges are exceptional, and the combination of mountains, lakes, fjords, and wine country gives a 12-night honeymoon enough variety to feel like a journey rather than a single destination. It is also one of the most straightforwardly welcoming places in the world for LGBTQ+ couples.

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Japan Gay Honeymoon: Tokyo, Kinosaki Onsen & Kyoto

Tailor-made Holiday

Japan gives you something very few honeymoon destinations can: the trip can change completely every few days without ever feeling disjointed. One night you can be at an omakase counter high above Tokyo, two days later eating kaiseki in a ryokan and soaking in hot spring water in Kinosaki, then finishing in Kyoto with temple districts, gardens and some of the best small-scale dining in the country. That variety is the appeal.

9 days tailor-made from £8,755 per person View trip

Honeymoon in Greece: Athens, Mykonos & Santorini

Tailor-made Holiday

Greece is one of the best honeymoon destinations on the planet. You can spend the first night looking across Athens from the Acropolis, be on a beach in Mykonos two days later, and finish above Santorini’s caldera with your own terrace. This nine-day itinerary takes in Athens, Mykonos and Santorini. Athens gives you the Parthenon and some of the best restaurants in the country before you head into the Cyclades.

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Gay Honeymoon in Italy and Greece: Rome, Amalfi, & Mykonos

Tailor-made Holiday

Italy and Greece are Europe's most sought-after honeymoon destinations. Couples flock to see Rome's ruins and rooftop restaurants, the Amalfi Coast's cliffside towns, Santorini's caldera views, Mykonos's beach clubs and whitewashed lanes. This 12-night honeymoon is built for couples of any orientation who want the best of both countries in one trip rather than choosing between them.

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Luxury Gay Honeymoon in Italy: Rome & Amalfi Coast

Tailor-made Holiday

Italy is one of the best destinations on the planet for a honeymoon. Rome comes first: four nights in a city where ancient history and exceptional restaurants occupy the same street. Then the Amalfi Coast for five nights, where the agenda shifts to boat trips, cliff-top dinners, and endless views over the Mediterranean. The itinerary runs nine nights across two bases, with private transfers connecting every stage.

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Luxury French Riviera: Nice, Monaco & Saint-Tropez

Tailor-made Holiday

The French Riviera blends coastline, culture, and an upwardly mobile social scene that feels unmistakably European, moving from the relaxed of Nice to the wealth of Monaco and the beach clubs of Saint-Tropez. This itinerary is designed to flow naturally, with just two bases and enough time in each to settle in properly. Expect private transfers, carefully timed experiences, and reservations that make the difference between a good trip and a seamless one.

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Emily in Paris Tour: Versailles, Champagne and the Riviera

Tailor-made Holiday

Nine days following the show's most iconic locations, from the rooftops of Paris to the vineyards of Champagne and the glamour of the Riviera. Emily in Paris arrived on Netflix in 2020, during a period when most of the world couldn't travel anywhere, and the timing was not incidental to its success. The show offered something people were acutely missing: Paris in full colour, the food, the fashion, the arguments, the light.

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LGBTQ+ Cultural Tour of France: Paris, the Riviera and Provence

Tailor-made Holiday

Spend eight days tracing the LGBTQ+ artists, writers, and thinkers who shaped French culture, from Gertrude Stein's Paris salon to Jean Cocteau's painted chapel on the Riviera. Paris has been a refuge for gay artists and writers since the 19th century, drawn by a city that was, by the standards of the time, remarkably tolerant.

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Luxury Provence Wine Tour for LGBTQ+ Travellers

Tailor-made Holiday

Enjoy eight days on the French Riviera and in the heart of Provence, with private wine tastings, unhurried village life, and some of the best food in the country. This wine tour opens on the Riviera before moving inland to the Luberon, where hilltop villages, lavender fields, and serious wine country sit within easy reach of each other.

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Gay Honeymoon in France

Tailor-made Holiday

France is one of the great honeymoon countries. The combination of Paris and the Côte d'Azur covers almost everything a honeymoon should be: a world-class city with great restaurants and hotels, followed by four nights on a coastline where the only real agenda is where to have lunch. Seven nights, two regions, one TGV connection. It is not a complicated itinerary, which is the point. Paris needs no hard sell.

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A Gay Honeymoon in Ireland: Dublin and the Wild Atlantic Way

Tailor-made Holiday

Ireland has a legitimate claim to being the most welcoming country in the world for LGBTQ+ couples. In 2015 it became the first nation on earth to legalise same-sex marriage by popular vote, a distinction that says something meaningful about the culture rather than just the legislation. The warmth is genuine, the best hotels understand what the occasion means, and you arrive somewhere that celebrates rather than simply tolerates.

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A Gay Honeymoon in Scotland: Edinburgh and the Highlands

Tailor-made Holiday

Scotland might not be warm and sunny but it's very romantic. Edinburgh is one of Europe's most beautiful capital cities, dense with history, excellent restaurants and an LGBTQ+ scene that has been at the heart of the city for decades. The Highlands are something else entirely: ancient forest, dark lochs and mountain passes on a scale that makes most European landscapes feel modest by comparison.

8 days tailor-made from £6,500 per person View trip

A Gay Honeymoon in England: London and the Cotswolds

Tailor-made Holiday

England is an easier honeymoon than most people expect. The distances are manageable, the best hotels are exceptional, and it's very gay-friendly. What it lacks in tropical weather it makes up for in variety and culture: a world-class capital and, just ninety minutes away, some of the most beautiful countryside in Europe. Same-sex marriage has been legal since 2014, and the country's leading hotels and venues have had years to get good at it.

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A Gay Honeymoon in Argentina: Buenos Aires, Wine Country and Patagonia

Tailor-made Holiday

Argentina is one of the few destinations that can carry a honeymoon from start to finish without compromise. You have the energy and culture of Buenos Aires, the slower rhythm of Mendoza’s wine country, and the scale of Patagonia, all within a single, well-planned journey. For gay couples, it is also one of the easiest places in Latin America to travel with confidence.

10 days tailor-made from £6,580 per person View trip

Ultimate Luxury: Bermuda

Tailor-made Holiday

This journey focuses on the best of Bermuda without overcomplicating things. You’ll stay in some of the island’s top hotels, with spacious rooms, strong service and direct access to the beach. Indulge in a number of well-chosen experiences - including time out on the water - give you a chance to see Bermuda properly, without filling every day. Bermuda is one of those destinations where the height of luxury is offered effortlessly.

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Bermuda Honeymoon

Tailor-made Holiday

This tailor-made escape has been designed for honeymoons, anniversaries and once-in-a-lifetime celebrations and to showcase the very best that Bermuda has to offer. Bermuda is made for romance. Offering soft pink sand beaches, calm turquoise waters and pastel-coloured houses, it’s the kind of place where everything slows down, and every moment feels a little more special.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Out Of Office do?

Out Of Office is a luxury LGBTQ+ travel company specialising in tailor-made holidays and extraordinary journeys around the world. We create bespoke luxury holidays, LGBTQ+ honeymoons, safaris, cruises, beach escapes, private tours and group trips, with every itinerary designed around you. Our travel specialists combine global expertise, first-hand destination knowledge and trusted local partners to create seamless, highly personalised experiences.

Is Out Of Office a gay travel agency?

Out Of Office is an LGBTQ+ owned and run luxury travel specialist, with particular expertise in gay and LGBTQ+ travel. We understand the additional considerations that can come with travelling as an LGBTQ+ person or couple, from local laws and customs to finding genuinely welcoming hotels and experiences.

We welcome every traveller, including friends, families and allies. Many of our clients are not members of the LGBTQ+ community, but choose Out Of Office for our luxury travel expertise, personalised service and discretion.

Do you create tailor-made LGBTQ+ holidays?

Yes. Every tailor-made trip with Out Of Office is designed from scratch around your interests, travel style, budget and the way you want to experience a destination. We can arrange luxury hotels, private transfers, flights, guides, excursions, cruises and special experiences as part of one personalised itinerary. The journeys shown on our website are there to inspire you rather than restrict you; only clearly identified group departures operate as fixed itineraries.

How do you choose LGBTQ+ friendly hotels and destinations?

We combine first-hand destination knowledge with trusted local expertise to recommend luxury hotels, resorts and experiences where LGBTQ+ travellers can feel informed and welcome. We also consider the laws, customs and attitudes of each destination, because LGBTQ+ rights and experiences differ around the world. Our team regularly visit many of the properties we work with and where a destination requires greater awareness, we give you clear and considered advice so that you can make an informed decision about where and how you travel.

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