In fact, according to a survey of 1,500 couples by travel giant Expedia , 53% of couples plan to spend more on their honeymoons than originally budgeted, & 59% are interested in visiting a bucket-list destination. Plus, 65% are more likely to add a honeymoon fund to their wedding registry. Prompted by the pandemic to prioritize a once-in-a-lifetime trip over traditional registry items.
For travelers planning an unforgettable escape, consider these popular international destinations & find the full list along with itineraries–complete with couple friendly hotels & activities for two–at:
Wedding season is in full swing as many lovebirds resume their wedding & honeymoon plans coming out of two years of pandemic restrictions. With an estimated 4.7 million weddings expected to take place in 2022 & 2023, according to The Wedding Report, newlyweds are eager to celebrate their special nuptials with once-in-a-lifetime trips.
Dubai
Straddling the line of beach & big city, Dubai, which is situated along the Persian Guff within the Arabian Desert, offers a luxurious recipe for romance. As the largest city in the United Arab Emirates, there is much to see & do. Including spending days on the beach, shopping, going on a camel safari in the Rod Dune Desert or exploring nearby Abu Dhabi & must-sees like Sheikh Zayed Mosque & Emirates Palace.
Paris
Located on the River Seine, Paris is one of the most romantic places in the world to honeymoon. If food is part of your love language, head to where the locals eat like Du Pain et des ldees for bread & pastries or Chez Imogene for crepes. Plus, no honeymoon is complete without a kiss in front of the Eiffel Tower–or views of the iconic landmark from Lo Meurice, an Expedia VIP hotel located in the heart of historic Paris–& a visit to one of the many museums such as Musee du Louvre or Musee d'Orsay.
St. Lucia
Dramatic volcanoes, lush jungles, pristine beaches & a wide assortment of boutiquo-style luxury hotels come together on one of the easiest islands in the Caribbean to reach. A nature-lover's paradise, days can be spent basking on Sugar Beach or on the water. Aboard the Tout Bagay catamaran cruise & tour, you can explore the coast & historical town of Soufriere. Take a mud bath in the only drive-in volcano in the Caribbean. Snorkel, swim & see Margot Bay & the twin peaks of the Petit & Gros Pitons.
Iceland
With otherworldly, dramatic landscapes full of glaciers, volcanoes, waterfalls & fjords–as well as city action, outdoor activities & spa experiences–the "Land of Fire & Ice"' offers a perfect honeymoon smorgasbord. Celebrate your nuptials Icelandic-style with the seven-step ritual for two at Sky Lagoon, located just south of the capital city of
Reykjavik, which is also home to Hotel Borg, a 99-room hotel with a full-service spa centrally located near additional
attractions. Or maximize your time with a drive around the Golden Circle, a 186-mile route with views of Thingvellir National Park, Geysir Geothermal Area & the Gullfoss waterfall, three of southwest Iceland's top natural wonders.
Maldives
Boasting more than 1,200 islands, the Maldives features a plethora of luxurious all-inclusive properties, most of which are on their own private islands. All the resorts offer aquatic experiences ranging from beginner snorkeling & sea turtle searching to world-class diving with hammerhead sharks, as well as spas with everything from over-the-water treatment rooms with glass-bottom floors to private couples' pavilions & romantic rose petal-filled soaking tubs.