Luxury Honeymoons

Spain is a great choice for a luxury honeymoon in February. It’s just off-season so it’ll be less busy but still warm. You can see a more rustic, authentic side of Spain in Andalucia – as long as you avoid the Costa Del Sol – in cities like Granada and Ronda. You can also combine Barcelona and Madrid,  Spain’s biggest cities. If you’d like to include a more relaxed beach experience you can combine Barcelona and Sitges. Soho House Barcelona is an ideal hotel for a luxury honeymoon in Spain.

The Maldives is one of the best destinations for a luxury honeymoon. By some measures, it’s the most popular destination on earth for luxury honeymoons. The Maldives is very much about relaxation and luxury. There isn’t really a cultural scene. The Maldives is comprised of small islands. Many islands host a single luxury resort. You just have to show up and enjoy your over water bungalow, the soft white sands and the clear waters of the lagoon.

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.

The south of France is always a good choice. After all, the French Riviera has been associated with luxury for many years. Nice, Cannes and Monte Carlo are effortlessly chic. This part of the world is the height of Old World glamour. You can rent a car and do a self-drive, taking in the stunning landscapes of the region. If you like wine as much as we do you could get someone else to drive you or take the train. The food and drink are magnifique.

French Polynesia is a dream destination and it’s impossibly romantic. This may well be our most popular destination for luxury honeymoons. French Polynesia boasts the softest sands and bluest waters you’ll ever see. It’s also home to many great luxury hotels, such as The Brando. Staying in an overwater bungalow in French Polynesia is a major bucket list experience and it’s about as romantic as it gets.

Santorini is the most romantic and luxurious island in Greece. It’s also the most popular for honeymoons. Santorini is Greece’s most Instagramable island. You can’t take a bad picture if you tried. The endless blues of the Aegean and minimalist, whitewashed buildings form the perfect romantic backdrop. It’s home to many boutique hotels, such as Perivolas. If you’re planning to have your honeymoon in Europe you’ll struggle to find a better destination.

Italy’s Lombardy region is a place of great natural beauty. Lake Como and Lake Garda have long been a big draw for luxury travellers, not least luxury honeymooners. It’s one of the most romantic places in the world. On our prefered itinerary, you’ll be staying in two stunning hotels: Grand Hotel Tremezzo and Villa Cortine Palace.

South Africa has temperate spring weather in September. It emerges from the winter months of July and August with clearer skies and the city of Cape Town starts buzzing again. It’s an ideal time to visit if you want warm weather but not the scorching heat of an African summer. You can taste the finest wines in Stellenbosch and Franschhoek. You can also take a trip to the national park and set out in an epic safari while staying in a romantic, luxury lodge.

Mauritius is a big draw for luxury travellers. It was once a haven for pirates. Now its shores are lined with upmarket hotels. Mauritius offers more affordable luxury than the Maldives or French Polynesia. It’s home to plenty of charming buildings from the British colonial era. Dramatic mountains and gardens form a stunning backdrop – it’s very Instagram friendly. You’ll find the best luxury hotels on the east coast of the island.

Fall is a great time to discover San Francisco. It’s less crowded, the autumnal hues are very charming and the prices are lower. It’s also less rainy than other parts of California during this month. San Francisco is, needless to say, a great destination for gay couples. The Castro district is still one of the world’s best gaybourhoods – it was the setting for Tales Of The City. San Francisco is more notable nowadays for being a hub of Silicon Valley.

Unless you’re a dedicated sun worshipper, take a trip to Sweden and discover the vast landscapes of Lapland. You can stay in some of the most quirky and romantic hotels in the world. The Ice Hotel is built from ice every year, only to melt away in the summer season. You could spend a couple of romantic nights in a dreamy igloo and spend your days riding through Lapland on a husky-driven-sleigh. Pretty romantic and ideal if you like a bit of an adventure.