Everything you need to know if you plan to go on your honeymoon this summer

BridesParadisiacal landscapes, moving sunsets, good cuisine and excellent weather. These are the most demanded destinations to enjoy a honeymoon safely and without worries

By Elisa Cordo

Organizing a wedding, in addition to the joy of deciding to officially celebrate the engagement with another person, comes with the pressure of achieving an event that reflects the importance and emotion of both in a single day. A planning that ranges from the guest list, the choice of the place and the menu, to finding the perfect wedding dress. However, the celebration of a wedding does not end until the honeymoon takes place, although in many cases with the entire organization of the wedding it is relegated to the background. For this reason, it never hurts to take into account a series of tips that make it easier to have the perfect couple's trip and more so taking into account the inconveniences that have arisen throughout this year to travel to any part of the world.

Is it safe to travel this year?

Given the health situation inside and outside of Spain, it is normal to wonder if traveling to a remote place far from home is the safest thing to do. From Voiash Lunas de Miel, they tell us that making a getaway as a couple this summer can be done completely safely and calmly outside of Spain: “All destinations that are open to tourism take the appropriate measures to make it safe. In addition, we always include assistance and cancellation insurance for Covid so that the bride and groom are as protected as possible.”

For those who are already vaccinated, traveling is much easier and more affordable in most countries. However, for those who are still waiting for their turn, keep in mind that many places require quarantine, PCR or antigen tests.

The most recommended destinations

All open destinations are a good option for a honeymoon under the current pandemic situation, but countries with fewer crowds and a wide range of outdoor activities are the most recommended destinations. Among them are destinations such as Maldives, Africa and Costa Rica.

Africa is a tempting option for an exotic and unique honeymoon. South Africa, Tanzania, Kenya and Zambia have been crowned the ideal destinations to disconnect from everyday life, explore a different culture and observe countless species in their natural habitat. There are dozens of options to stay, from a glamping or a luxurious cabin within the safaris, to a luxury resort with all the comforts. In addition to enjoying the animals and nature of the savannah, go to a wine tasting and walk the streets of the city to learn more about the culture of the place with other favorite plans of those who travel to the African continent.

Another country to take into account is Mexico: it is one of the countries that has caused the least problems since the beginning of the pandemic when it comes to receiving tourists from all over the world. The few limitations when visiting a country have been decisive when choosing it as a destination for both summer vacations and honeymoons. “In some cases, the bride and groom had an idea of ​​the honeymoon they wanted, but due to the closure of borders in many countries, they have had to choose other destinations. They are not worse, but they have been forced to adapt to the circumstances, ”they say from the Voiash agency.

The best hotels in each destination

Weddings and trips arrive ready to be celebrated with more force than ever and with the current measures in force, it is now possible to enjoy a vacation anywhere in the world with peace of mind. This selection of accommodation distributed among the most popular destinations -Maldives, Costa Rica, Africa, Mexico and Greece- are the favorite complexes for those seeking a dream honeymoon surrounded by paradisiacal landscapes and nature.

Hire a travel agency

There is a certain rational fear of investing the money in traveling to the other side of the world and that, due to causes derived from the pandemic, it cannot be carried out. Medical care and cancellation fees have become an almost essential condition when traveling, in Europe or on any continent. Voiash Lunas de Miel recommends organizing a honeymoon with a specialized agency given the current situation: it is a way to guarantee flexibility, personalized attention, quality treatment and, above all, safety when traveling.

Honeymoon in Europe and Spain

In Europe, travel has been somewhat revalued due to the pandemic. Until a few months ago, when the health situation was at a more unstable point, the couple preferred to travel to national destinations or to nearby countries, but with the new possibility of traveling to much more distant and exotic destinations, these have once again been preferred by most newlyweds. The most popular destinations are the Greek Islands, but many grooms also choose other islands such as Menorca, Mallorca or Lanzarote. Countries like Portugal and Turkey are two booming destinations that are increasingly in demand when it comes to making this type of trip.

At the national level there is also a very powerful hotel offer that has nothing to envy to the rest of the destinations. There is a wide range of options: from a route through the north combined with Portugal to charming hotels in the best corners of Menorca, Mallorca or Lanzarote and tours of Andalusia, Costa Brava, Basque Country. "At Voiash Lunas de Miel we love to include original and different accommodations such as bubble hotels, nests and wineries on these routes," he explains.

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