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$$$$ · Ultra-luxury
Maldives
MaldivesOverwater villas on glass-clear lagoons.
- Best:
- November–April
- Flight:
- 20–24 hrs
The 2026 Edit
Best honeymoon destinations for 2026
Our annual edit of the 24 most romantic places to honeymoon this year — the islands, cities, and mountains we'd send our closest friends to.
Quick answer
The best honeymoon destinations for 2026 are the Maldives, Santorini, Bali, Maui, Bora Bora, Tulum, the Amalfi Coast, Kyoto, the Seychelles, and Banff — chosen for scenery, romance, and a healthy balance of relaxation and adventure.
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Santorini
GreeceWhitewashed cliffs above the caldera.
- Best:
- May, June, September
- Flight:
- 12–15 hrs
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$$ · Mid-range
Bali
IndonesiaRice terraces, jungle pools, and beach bars.
- Best:
- April–October
- Flight:
- 20–24 hrs
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$$$ · Luxury
Maui
United StatesVolcanic coast and the road to Hana.
- Best:
- April–May, September–November
- Flight:
- 6–11 hrs
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$$$$ · Ultra-luxury
Bora Bora
French PolynesiaMount Otemanu rising from a turquoise lagoon.
- Best:
- May–October
- Flight:
- 12–16 hrs
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$$ · Mid-range
Tulum
MexicoCenotes, Mayan ruins, and a barefoot beach scene.
- Best:
- November–April
- Flight:
- 3–5 hrs
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$$$ · Luxury
Amalfi Coast
ItalyLemon groves and pastel villages over the Tyrrhenian Sea.
- Best:
- May, June, September
- Flight:
- 10–13 hrs
8
$$$ · Luxury
Kyoto
JapanTemples, tea ceremonies, and the bamboo grove at dawn.
- Best:
- March–May, October–November
- Flight:
- 12–16 hrs
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$$$$ · Ultra-luxury
Seychelles
SeychellesGranite boulders, jungle interior, untouched beaches.
- Best:
- April–May, October–November
- Flight:
- 20+ hrs
10
$$$ · Luxury
Banff & Lake Louise
CanadaGlacial lakes ringed by the Canadian Rockies.
- Best:
- June–September, December–March
- Flight:
- 5–8 hrs
11
$$$ · Luxury
Paris
FranceThe original honeymoon city.
- Best:
- April–June, September–October
- Flight:
- 7–9 hrs
12
$$$ · Luxury
Iceland
IcelandWaterfalls, lava fields, and the northern lights.
- Best:
- June–August, or September–March for auroras
- Flight:
- 5–7 hrs
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$$$ · Luxury
Fiji
FijiSoft-coral reefs and the warmest welcome in the Pacific.
- Best:
- May–October
- Flight:
- 11–14 hrs
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$$ · Mid-range
Costa Rica
Costa RicaCloud forests, volcanoes, and Pacific surf towns.
- Best:
- December–April
- Flight:
- 4–7 hrs
15
$$$ · Luxury
Tuscany
ItalyRolling vineyards, hilltop villages, long lunches.
- Best:
- May–June, September–October
- Flight:
- 9–12 hrs
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$$$ · Luxury
St. Lucia
St. LuciaTwin Pitons rising straight out of the Caribbean.
- Best:
- December–April
- Flight:
- 5–8 hrs
17
$$ · Mid-range
Phuket & Phang Nga
ThailandLimestone islands, longtail boats, and great food.
- Best:
- November–April
- Flight:
- 20+ hrs
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$$$ · Luxury
Mauritius
MauritiusAll-inclusive ease in the Indian Ocean.
- Best:
- May–December
- Flight:
- 22+ hrs
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$$ · Mid-range
Aruba
ArubaOutside the hurricane belt — sun nearly every day.
- Best:
- Year-round (April–August driest)
- Flight:
- 4–6 hrs
20
$$ · Mid-range
Cinque Terre
ItalyFive pastel villages stitched together by a coastal trail.
- Best:
- May–June, September
- Flight:
- 10–13 hrs
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$$$ · Luxury
Queenstown
New ZealandAdventure capital of the South Island.
- Best:
- December–March, June–August for ski
- Flight:
- 16–20 hrs
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$$$ · Luxury
Kauai
United StatesThe Garden Isle's dramatic cliffs and waterfalls.
- Best:
- April–June, September–November
- Flight:
- 6–11 hrs
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$$ · Mid-range
Marrakech & the Atlas Mountains
MoroccoRiads in the medina, palm groves, mountain hideaways.
- Best:
- March–May, September–November
- Flight:
- 10–13 hrs
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$$$$ · Ultra-luxury
Lake Como
ItalyVillas, gardens, and the Italian Alps reflected on the lake.
- Best:
- May–September
- Flight:
- 9–12 hrs
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Frequently asked questions
+What is the best honeymoon destination for 2026?
The Maldives leads our 2026 list for couples who want a classic overwater-villa honeymoon, with Santorini and the Amalfi Coast topping European picks and Maui leading the no-passport options.
+Which 2026 honeymoon destination is best for first-time travelers?
Maui, Aruba, and St. Lucia are the easiest — short-to-medium flights from the US, English-speaking, and packed with adults-only resorts built for couples.
+What are the most underrated honeymoon destinations for 2026?
The Seychelles, Costa Rica's Pacific coast, Iceland in winter, and the Cinque Terre stretch of Italy all deliver honeymoon-grade scenery with fewer crowds than the headline picks.
+How much does a 2026 honeymoon cost?
Budget honeymoons in Tulum or Bali run $3,000–$5,000 for a week for two. Mid-range trips to Greece or Hawaii land at $6,000–$9,000. Overwater Maldives or Bora Bora typically starts at $12,000.