Where to Honeymoon in 2025 Based on Your Wedding Month

The Best Places to Go, Season by Season

Planning a honeymoon is more than just picking a place you’ve seen on Instagram — it’s about timing. From monsoon seasons to extreme heat to dreamy shoulder seasons, your wedding date plays a huge role in choosing the right destination for your first adventure as newlyweds.

Here’s a month-by-month guide to help you choose the perfect honeymoon destination based on your wedding date in 2025.

January & February Weddings

Honeymoon Here: Thailand, South Africa, Australia (Summer), Costa Rica

Why it works: While it’s winter in much of the Northern Hemisphere, this is peak summer in places like South Africa and Australia. Thailand’s dry season makes it ideal for island hopping, and Costa Rica offers jungle adventures without too much rain.

March & April Weddings

Honeymoon Here: Japan, Morocco, The Maldives, California Wine Country

Why it works: Cherry blossoms bloom in Japan, Morocco is warm but not too hot, and it’s a perfect shoulder season for the Maldives. In the U.S., spring is ideal for vineyard getaways in Napa and Sonoma.

May & June Weddings

Honeymoon Here: Greece, Italy, Bali, Peru

Why it works: Europe is in full bloom but not yet swarmed with high-season crowds. Bali enters its dry season, and it’s a great time to hike Machu Picchu before the rains return.

July & August Weddings

Honeymoon Here: Kenya (safari season), French Alps, Canadian Rockies, Iceland

Why it works: It's summer in the Northern Hemisphere, which means crowded beaches — but head to the mountains for cool weather, epic scenery, and less tourist traffic. July is also peak wildlife viewing in East Africa.

September & October Weddings

Honeymoon Here: Portugal, Turkey, Amalfi Coast, Japan, South Africa

Why it works: These months are honeymoon gold. The crowds start to fade, prices drop, and the weather is still beautiful. It’s also harvest season in many regions — perfect for wine lovers.

November & December Weddings

Honeymoon Here: New Zealand, Vietnam, Patagonia, Seychelles

Why it works: Escape the cold by heading south. New Zealand’s spring, Vietnam’s dry season, and Patagonia’s trekking weather all make this the perfect time to go far and explore big.

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