Top 5 Romantic Islands for Honeymoon – Maldives, Mauritius, Seychelles and more

The trends are changing and so is everyone’s preference for a honeymoon destination. People have started to prefer quiet, serene locations rather than crowded tourist locations. Honeymoon is the time every couple waits for to spend some time together after all the chaos of the wedding festivities, especially in India. We have curated a list of all the destinations that check all the dreams you might have on your list, from beaches, breathtaking sunsets to quiet candlelight dinners with a hilly backdrop.

Let’s look at 5 destinations that are the ideal romantic destination to begin a new chapter of life together:

This is the perfect destination with coral-fringed beaches, vibrant lakes, hidden waterfalls and majestic mountain views. This place has stunning water lagoons and volcanic landscapes. Honeymooners can relax on beaches like Flic en Flac and Le Morne or can also explore the Black River Gorges National Park and Chamarel's Seven Coloured Earths. Mauritius also houses many high-end resorts and hotels that cater to the needs of couples on vacation. These places also feature amenities like private pools and spas. For all the adventurous souls, you can also enjoy activities like swimming with dolphins, exploring waterfalls, and kayaking. There is something for everyone here.

Of course! The famous celebrity spot had to make it to the list.
This place, located in the Indian Ocean, offers great privacy as there is a concept of one island-one resort model where every couple can live in their own lala land without any judgments. What makes this place unique is the overwater villas with glass floors and pools, personal butlers and even a beautiful romantic dinner on the sand. Some resorts offer honeymooners some special perks as well, such as private sunset cruises, spa treatments or snorkeling with mantas. Couples can also explore other islands here that would give a glimpse into the local culture and also witness the ‘Sea of Stars’ phenomenon at Vaadhoo Island during certain seasons, where bioluminescent plankton illuminate the nighttime waters.

This destination is an archipelago of 115 islands in the Indian Ocean with breathtaking landscapes and the perfect location for a romantic honeymoon. This place has stunning natural beauty, lush green islands and giant granite boulders that curve around the waves and has a slow-paced lifestyle here. Couples can visit the beaches like Anse Source d’Argent and Anse Georgette, which are frequently named among the world’s most beautiful. Here, you can also book private islands for privacy while you are surrounded by stunning birdlife, turtles, and dense forest. Couples can also do some water activities like snorkeling and diving to explore the vibrant coral reefs and also look at the diverse marine life in Sainte Anne Marine National Park.

This place is also known as the Island of the Gods. This place offers you volcanoes with temples at the top, beautiful rice fields and the most romantic pool villas in the world. Couples can also explore the active volcanoes and vibrant cultural hubs if they are not in the mood to stay indoors. They can take a romantic walk while the sun is setting at the beautiful beaches here like Kuta, Seminyak, Nusa Dua, Jimbaran Bay, and Sanur Beach and also take some aesthetic pictures at the waterfalls like Sekumpul. Bali has a diverse range of luxury resorts with exceptional services. If honeymooners do not want to try water activities, they can visit the famous temples here like Tanah Lot and Uluwatu Temple during sunset for a culturally enriching experience.

Santorini offers cliff-top blue domes and beautiful sunset views, the ideal place for honeymooners. One can only imagine how pretty a candlelight dinner overlooking the caldera cliffs would feel like. What makes this place unique is that it has cave-style accommodations built into volcanic rock and also go for a breathtaking sunset on the catamaran cruise around Red Beach or Ammoudi Bay with onboard cocktails and swimming stops. Couples can also visit the hilltop wineries for tastings paired with caldera views. This place is recently getting all the hype that it should get for its beauty. It has amazing architecture and picturesque streets and one can also try the delicious Greek cuisine here.