Where to go on honeymoon in February

As much as February may seem like a strange month to get married and go on honeymoon, as people usually prefer summer, it is actually a time that leaves a lot of choice between Italian or European winter and summer in different parts of the world.
February is also a fairly cheap month to travel in Italy and Europe, while for hot destinations it is their peak season and consequently you will spend a little more. Of course, it all depends on what you are looking for and the budget you have available. Here are our various proposals for your honeymoon in February!

Honeymoon around the world in February

1 - USA and Mexico

A trip to the United States, and in particular to the cities of New York and Miami, is the dream of many people. These two cities will amaze you with their vitality, giving you an energetic honeymoon that will end in total relaxation in Playa del Carmen, one of the most popular destinations in all of Mexico.

In New York you will explore the city between the Statue of Liberty, Central Park, Times Square and the beautiful skyline of skyscrapers. Of course, the must is the cruise to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island.

Then it's on to Florida, where three days await you between Miami and the lively Miami Beach peninsula with long beaches washed by the Atlantic Ocean. Fun is guaranteed here! Don't miss anexcursion to Everglades Park with crocodiles and airboat rides. Enjoy the sea by day and the nightlife by night.

Finally reach Mexico to start the relaxing part of your honeymoon in Playa del Carmen. The resort is located on the Riviera Maya in the Yucatan Peninsula, overlooking the Caribbean Sea, which means that this stay offers you the chance to discover the many Mayan sites nearby or simply relax in the beautiful Caribbean waters. An all-inclusive excursion to Chichén Itzá, cenote Ik Kil and Valladolid is a must.

• Main cities and places: New York, Miami, Playa del Carmen

• Duration: 11 days/10 nights (3 nights New York, 2 nights Miami, 5 nights Playa del Carmen)

• Budget(fee per person): high (fee over €2,500 per person) - ask for customised quote

Plan your own trip: flights and hotels

• Cheap flights: Flights to New York from €321.00 - see deals

2 - Bali and Thailand

The island of Bali, in fascinating Indonesia, combined with Thailand's beautiful islands and the whirlwind Bangkok, will be a journey of earthy and underwater nature but also a discovery of oriental architecture and culture.

Westart in Bali with the first three days in Nusa Dua, a small peninsula in the south famous for its beautiful beaches. The must is acomplete excursion to Ubud and Tanah Lot, to see the Temple overlooking the sea and the views of Ubud, from rice paddies to the monkey forest, passing by magnificent palaces and ancient temples.

Then it's on to Bangkok where a crazy tour of opulent temples, night markets and street food awaits. By the way, take a tour of the floating markets of Damnoen Saduak and Maeklong. Don't be impressed by the hustle and bustle of the capital, because you are about to relax on the paradisiacal white beaches of the gulf islands.
On toKoh Samui and Koh Tao! Here the waters are crystal clear and rich in coral reefs, while the hinterland is an expanse of rainforest. The most popular excursions are the 4x4 jungle safari and snorkelling days!

• Main towns and places: Nusa Dua, Ubud, Bangkok, Koh Samui, Koh Tao

• Duration: 16 days/15 nights (3 nights in Nusa Dua, 3 nights in Ubud, 2 nights in Bangkok, 3 nights in Koh Samui, 4 nights in Koh Tao)

• Budget(price per person): high (price over €2,500 per person) - ask for customised quote

Plan your own trip: flights and hotels

• Cheap flights: flights to Bali from €415.00 - look at the offers

3 - Jordan and the Arab Emirates

A honeymoon combining two destinations so different from each other, Jordan and the Arab Emirates, is an excellent opportunity to discover the history of an ancient country combined with the luxury of cities such as Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

The journey begins at the Citadel of Amman and its Mosques. Then, plan a 3-day tour to Petra, Wadi Rum and the Dead Sea. You will discover the historic site of Petra, among the Seven Wonders of the World, the desert of Wadi Rum and the salt waters of the Dead Sea.
After the tour of Jordan and the relaxing day at the spa, it's time to embark on more eventful days by setting off for the cities of the Arab Emirates.

Start in Dubai to discover its skyscrapers such as the Burj Khalifa and Burj al-Arab, the Dubai Fountains, the Jumeirah Mosque and the famous Palm Islands with their beaches. Don't miss a desert safari with Bedouin dinner, sandboarding and camel ride!
Continue with a1-day excursion to Abu Dhabi, where Sheikh Zayed's Grand Mosque, the Louvre of Abu Dhabi, and the two quiet little islands Nurai Island and Al Lulu Island are not to be missed to relax a bit between sightseeing.

• Main cities and places: Amman, Dubai, Abu Dhabi

• Duration: 10 days/9 nights (3 nights in Amman, 3 nights in Dubai, 3 nights in Abu Dhabi)

• Budget(price per person): Medium (price between €1,500 and €2,500 per person) - request a customised quote

Plan your own trip: flights and hotels

• Cheap flights: Flights to Amman from €171.00 - see deals

4 - Sri Lanka and Maldives

A trip that can be as adventurous as it is luxurious and relaxing! Sri Lanka and the Maldives are two destinations that will make you live a dream made of crystal-clear sea and tranquillity, mixed with the discovery of beautiful landscapes and interesting cultures.

Your honeymoon starts in Colombo, the capital of Sri Lanka, located on the west coast. From here, organise a one-day tour to Sigiriya and Dambulla. Then, depending on your preferences, you can choose whether to continue with an adventurous road trip to discover places such as the Nuwara Eliya Plateau and national parks such as Yala and Minneriya, or dash off to one of the best beach destinations, for example Unawatuna and Trincomalee, where you can also organise aWhale Watching excursion for Blue Whale watching.

The trip continues in the Maldivian capital Malè, which is excellent as a base because it is well equipped with services such as local agencies that organise excursions to the various atolls to discover the coral reefs that surround them. For the rest, all you have to do is enjoy days of pure relaxation in a nice resort pampering yourself with wellness treatments, beach massages and rich buffets of typical food.

• Main cities and places: Colombo, Trincomalee, Malé

• Duration: 10 days/ 9 nights (2 nights in Colombo, 3 nights in Trincomalee, 4 nights in Malè)

• Budget(fee per person): high (fee over €2,500 per person) - ask for customised quote

Plan your own trip: flights and hotels

• Low cost flights: flights to Colombo from €394.00 - look at the offers

5 - Bahamas: Nassau and Exuma

The Bahamas is a coral archipelago in the Atlantic Ocean consisting of more than 700 islands. On this trip you'll discover the capital Nassau and the district of Exuma, a secondary archipelago of the Bahamas.

Upon arrival in Nassau, you will spend the first half of your honeymoon here. Spend a day exploring the colonial town founded by the British, of which a few forts and colourful buildings remain, especially on Bay Street, the main shopping street. The rest of the day can be taken up by the beautiful southern beaches such as Love Beach and Jaws Beach, by Paradise Island located just opposite the city, or by dolphin spotting in the nearby Balmoral Island and Blue Lagoon atolls. Book a catamaran tour with snorkelling in the reef, where you will also be treated to a nice glass of Bahamian rum punch!

Theremaining days will be spent on Exuma, a natural atoll, the largest of 365 neighbouring islets, from where daily boat excursions depart to take you snorkelling and diving among the colourful coral reefs of the Caribbean waters. Don't miss a visit to Pig Beach, an island uninhabited by humans but populated by a colony of friendly piglets that have learned to coexist with tourists!
SEE ALSO: Bahamas: where are they, when to go and what to see

• Main cities and places: Nassau and Exuma

• Duration: 11 days/ 10 nights (5 nights in Nassau and 5 nights in Exuma)

• Budget (fee per person): medium (between €1,500 and €2,500 per person) - request a customised quote

Plan your own trip: flights and hotels

• Cheap flights: flights to Nassau from €524.00 - look at the offers

February honeymoon in Europe

1 - Eastern Capitals: Prague, Warsaw, Riga, Bratislava, Budapest

Often underestimated cities, the capitals of Eastern Europe know how to give emotions! February, despite the Christmas period during which they offer their best, is still a good month to discover these places so fascinating and full of history. Moreover, this itinerary requires a low budget thanks to the low-cost connections with Italy and the average low cost of living compared to other European destinations.
Choosing which cities to visit is always difficult, but usually for a trip that lasts an average of 10 days, it is worth opting for the main capitals, spending two nights in each.

Be enchanted by Prague, take a tour with entrance and guide to Prague Castle and visit the city's must-sees, not forgetting to flood the days with good beer.
Then move on to Warsaw, lose yourself in its squares and museums; Riga, in Latvia, will surprise you with its colourful buildings, while in Bratislava you will visit the Staré Mesto district, the Old Town, and the splendid Bratislava Castle, on a panoramic hill.
Finally, Budapest will have you gawping at its royalty, with the imposing Parliament Building overlooking the beautiful Danube. Stroll around the historical centre, take a romantic cruise on the Danube, but above all, relax for a day at the Széchenyi Thermal Baths: in winter, with the cold and maybe even snow outside, soaking in these warm thermal waters is the best! A word of advice? Buy the 1-day priority pass, the queues in winter are endless!

• Main cities and places: Prague, Warsaw, Riga, Bratislava, Budapest

• Duration: 11 days/10 nights (2 nights in Prague, 2 nights in Warsaw, 2 nights in Riga, 2 nights in Bratislava, 2 nights in Budapest)

• Budget (fee per person): low (between €1,000 and €1,500 per person) - request a customised quote

Plan your own trip: flights and hotels

• Cheap flights: flights to Prague from €33.00 - see offers

2 - Cruise the Norwegian Fjords

Another great way to spend your honeymoon is on a cruise, the best way to visit beautiful places while relaxing and having fun on board.
February does not leave a lot of choice among Europe's seaside destinations, but on the other hand it is the perfect month to visit the north, for example Norway and its thousand fjords spread over 100,915 kilometres of coastline, a UNESCO World Heritage natural attraction.

Each fjord and each country offers natural scenery with different characteristics with the possibility of spotting seals, eagles and whales, but most of all in February it will not be difficult to find yourself in front of the beautiful spectacle of the Northern Lights. There are many companies that operate this itinerary but not all of them give the possibility of disembarking and re-embarking during the route, stopping a few days ashore at one's leisure. Norway's Hurtigruten is the only ship to offer this interesting 6- to 12-day option, ideal for visiting the places you prefer and at your own pace, departing and returning to Bergen in the south or Kirkeness in the north and stopping at many well-known ports such as Alesund, Bodo and Tromso.
SEE ALSO: Cruising the Fjords: when to go, prices and itinerary

• Main cities and places: Bergen, Alesund, Bodo, Tromso and Kirkeness

• Duration: 12 days/13 nights (1 night in Bergen, 1 night on a cruise, 2 nights in Alesund, 1 night on a cruise, 2 nights in Bodo, 1 night on a cruise, 2 nights in Tromso, 1 night on a cruise, 2 nights in Kirkeness)

• Budget (price per person): medium (between €1,500 and €2,500 per person) - request a customised quote

Plan your own trip: flights and hotels

• Cheap flights: Flights to Bergen from €147.00 - see offers

3 - Spain and Portugal

Spain and Portugal bring to mind heat and summer but in reality both are perfect to visit at any time of year with cities that are full of life and full of interesting architecture that will give you a different kind of honeymoon.

A tour can be done on the road or by air to discover southern Spain and Portugal from south to north, passing by the best cities and sites of interest. Barcelona enchants with the colours and art of Gaudi: visit the Sagrada Familia with a guided tour with priority access, enter the fairytale world of Parc Güell and Casa Batlló.

In Granada, on the other hand, the buildings become more elegant and exotic with the Moorish style. Book your visit to the Alhambra, places are limited and entry times must be booked in advance.

Seville is the city of flamenco and architecture with its mix of Gothic, Baroque and Moorish styles that can be appreciated in the Alcazar, Plaza de España, the Cathedral and the San Telmo Palace. Don't forget to book a Flamenco show in a typical Tablao in Triana, the neighbourhood that is the cradle of this dance.

In Portugal, the capital Lisbon is always on the move and its Old Town is worth discovering both by day and by night: visit it on an exciting tour of history, stories and daily life. Then stop off in Coimbra, famous for its medieval structures and historic university, while Porto is the city of wineries and wine tasting in a quaint old town.

• Main cities and places: Barcelona, Granada, Seville, Lisbon, Coimbra, Porto

• Duration: 15 days/14 nights (3 nights Barcelona, 2 nights Granada, 2 nights Seville, 3 nights Lisbon, 2 nights Coimbra, 2 nights Porto)

• Budget (price per person): medium (between €1,500 and €2,500 per person) - request a customised quote

Plan your own trip: flights and hotels

• Cheap flights: Flights to Barcelona from €26.00 - see offers

4 - Iceland

The fantastic landscapes of Iceland are great destinations for lovers of unspoilt nature and adventure for a trip by car or better still by camper van! The winter months in particular offer breathtaking scenery of snow and ice, accompanied by sightings of orcas and whales and the beautiful Northern Lights. The circular shape of the island lends itself very well to loop tours that allow you to travel the whole island with departure and return from the capital Reykjavík, stopping in small villages such as Ásólfsskáli, Skaftafell and Mývatn, which are excellent places to visit the main attractions.

The tour starts in the city and continues with day trips to the famous Blue Lagoon and Geysers. Plan a full-day tour to the Golden Circle, including Thingvellir Park. Continue south to the extraordinary waterfalls of Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss and the Reynisfjara Beach, then move north-east and visit the largest ice cap in Europe in the Vatnajökull National Park, until you reach the north with its relaxing natural hot springs of Mývatn and the beautiful waterfalls of Goðafoss, and finally return to Reykjavik. All this under a sky often lit by the lights of the Northern Lights!
Oh, and you won't want to miss a whale watching tour... also because, if you don't see any whales, you can repeat the excursion for free!

• Main cities and places: Reykjavík, Geyser, Blue Lagoon, Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss Waterfalls, Reynisfjara Beach, Vatnajökull National Park, Mývatn Hot Springs and Goðafoss Falls

• Duration: 11 days/10 nights (4 nights Reykjavik, 2 nights Ásólfsskáli, 2 nights Skaftafell, 2 nights Mývatn)

• Budget (price per person): high (over €2,500 per person) - ask for customised quote

Plan your own trip: flights and hotels

• Cheap flights: flights to Reykjavík from €171.00 - see deals

5 - Paris and Northern France

Is there a better city for your honeymoon than Paris? France is certainly one of Europe's must-see destinations. It has always been considered a very romantic country and is also well suited to any time of year, even February, an underrated month for certain destinations, and to touring trips to discover different places.

It all starts with Paris and the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées, Montmartre and Sacre Coeur, perhaps even visiting the nearby Palace of Versailles. Don't miss a romantic evening cruise on the Seine among the city lights.
We then continue on to discover northern France through two renowned regions: Normandy and Brittany. You can set your base in, for example, Rouen, Caen and Rennes, excellent starting points for various places of interest, then finish your trip in Brest. There are so many things to visit, just choose according to your interests from museums, churches, natural parks, monuments and more. We can recommend some unmissable sites such as Mont-Saint-Michel, Notre-Dame de Rouen, the Alabaster Coast, St. Malo, the Pink Granite Coast, Cap Fréhel and Fort la Latte, for an unforgettable dream trip!

• Main cities and places: Paris, Rouen, Caen, Rennes, Brest

• Duration: 10 days/9 nights (2 nights in Paris, 2 nights in Rouen, 2 nights in Caen, 2 nights in Rennes, 1 night in Brest)

• Budget (price per person): high (over €2,500 per person) - request a customised quote

Plan your own trip: flights and hotels

• Cheap flights: flights to Paris from €20.00 - see deals

February honeymoon in Italy

1 - Italian City Tours

The Italian city tour is a great classic for your honeymoon. This trip will take you around some of the main ones, lasting almost two weeks, stopping a couple of nights in each city.

The tour starts in the atmospheric and romantic Venice. Of course, don't miss a boat tour on the Grand Canal and the lagoon islands Murano, Burano and Torcello.

Thenon to Turin, with its Mole Antonelliana and above all the Egyptian Museum, second in the world only to Cairo (buy a priority ticket to avoid endless queues).
The tour continues to Genoa with a full day dedicated to the aquarium (again, priority ticket to avoid queues).
Immediately afterwards it is the turn of Florence, a city of art of undisputed beauty. Visit the Uffizi Gallery with a guided tour, this is the only way to grasp all the wonders of this art gallery. And maybe the next day, take a trip to the Chianti region!
Continue on to the capital, the timeless Rome, where art and history come together in an atmosphere of great charm. Here, after enjoying all the musts of the city, take a guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel.
The tour ends in Naples, a city of a thousand faces, with characteristic narrow streets in the historic centre and important squares, castles and palaces. On the second day, you can opt for an all-inclusive tour to the Amalfi Coast.

• Main cities and places: Venice, Turin, Genoa, Florence, Rome and Naples

• Duration: 13 days/12 nights (2 nights in Venice, 2 nights in Turin, 2 nights in Genoa, 2 nights in Florence, 2 nights in Rome, 2 nights in Naples)

• Budget (price per person): medium (between €1,500 and €2,500 per person) - request a customised quote

Do-it-yourself travel arrangements: flights and hotels

• Low cost flights: flights to Venice from €99.00 - look at the offers

2 - Tuscany

An itinerant journey through one of Italy's most beautiful regions to be tackled on the road by car, motorbike or camper van. Of course, to start in February, a car is the best means of transport, but if you are adventurous enough, nothing can be ruled out!

The trip includes a week in Florence, Pisa and Siena and their architectural, historical and cultural beauties, three cities to discover and perfect bases for trips to nearby Montecatini Terme, Lucca, San Gimignano and the Val di Chiana. In these secondary towns and villages, you will find all the Tuscan atmosphere amidst craft workshops and typical restaurants, while in the Val di Chiana, you will find verdant landscapes of countryside and hills. We should also mention that Tuscany is a great producer of wine and boasts fine cuisine, so among the things to visit on your tour, don't forget to include a trip to Chianti and a trip to Val d'Orcia, with visits to wineries and wine and food tastings.

• Main cities and places: Florence, Montecatini Terme, Pisa, Lucca, Siena, San Gimignano and Val di Chiana

• Duration: 8 days/7 nights (2 nights in Florence, 2 nights in Pisa, 3 nights in Siena)

• Budget (price per person): medium (between €1,500 and €2,500 per person) - request a customised quote

Do-it-yourself travel arrangements: flights and hotels

• Cheap flights: flights to Florence from €102.00 - look at the offers

3 - Villages of Umbria

Umbria is another ideal region for touring, but this time in search of magnificent ancient villages, many of which are ranked among the most beautiful in Italy!

This trip can last around ten days, with stops in the main cities such as Perugia, Foligno and Spoleto from which you can set off to visit the various villages and discover their palaces, fortresses, churches and culinary traditions.

Start from the capital, Perugia, the city of chocolate with a historic centre full of themed shops and interesting historical buildings. From Perugia, you are not too far from Gubbio and Assisi. In the former, don't miss the Panoramic Cable Car and in the latter the Basilica of San Francesco. Moving on to the second city, Foligno, stop and visit Spello, an ancient medieval village with narrow streets and historic buildings. From Foligno, don't miss a visit to Bevagna and Montefalco where, in addition to visiting the villages, you can treat yourself to a wine tour. Finally, head to Spoleto and from there to Orvieto and its beautiful cathedral. Finish with a trip to Cascia, Norcia and Cascata delle Marmore.

• Main cities and places: Perugia, Gubbio, Assisi, Foligno, Spello, Bevagna, Montefalco, Spoleto, Orvieto, Cascia and Norcia

• Duration: 10 days/9 nights (3 nights in Perugia, 3 nights in Foligno, 3 nights in Spoleto)

• Budget (fee per person): low (between €1,000 and €1,500 per person) - request a customised quote

Do-it-yourself travel arrangements: flights and hotels

• Cheap flights: flights to Perugia from €107.00 - look at the offers

4 - South Tyrol

South Tyrol can be a naturalistic, sporty, romantic and relaxing destination at the same time, practically suited to the tastes of many! It is well known that most of the accommodation in South Tyrol is based on wellness hotels with fantastic spas perfectly equipped with swimming pools and saunas of various kinds, obviously a plus point for relaxing honeymoons in February.

We recommend you set up your base in or around Brixen, as it is a good starting point for the wonderful hikes that the surrounding area allows in the Dolomites, valleys, lakes and villages. Highlights include trekking to the Three Peaks of Lavaredo and visiting Merano and Bolzano. From here, take an exciting private tour along the Strada delle Grandi Dolomiti (Great Dolomites Road), then on to Val di Funes, the beautiful Lake Braies and the equally beautiful Lake Carezza and Lake Resia, the latter known for its bell tower in the middle of the water. In addition, there are many castles scattered among the Upper Adige villages, such as Castel Tirolo.

• Main towns and places: Bressanone, Bolzano, Merano, Lake Braies, Lake Carezza, Lake Resia, Val di Funes and Tyrol Castle

• Duration: 8 days/7 nights (7 nights in Brixen)

• Budget (price per person): high (over €2,500 per person) - request a customised quote

Do-it-yourself travel arrangements: flights and hotels

• Cheap flights: flights to Verona from €97.00 - look at the offers

5 - Cinque Terre

The Cinque Terre are a popular stretch of Ligurian coastline, indented and adorned with colourful houses and fishing ports, stretching from Punta Mesco to Punta di Montenero passing through Monterosso al Mare, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore, the five villages that make up the area.

The Cinque Terre are in fact five characteristic and picturesque villages, with crazy colours and locations, adorned with vineyards, shops and trattorias in which to savour the fish specialities of Ligurian cuisine. Our advice is to stay half of your stay in the first village, Monterosso al Mare, and half in the last, Riomaggiore, to make it easier to travel between the Cinque Terre and nearby places on either side. Moreover, between the villages lies the Cinque Terre National Park, a vast green area declared a UNESCO site that also includes a protected marine area. For those who want to go hiking, the Sentiero Azzurro (Blue Trail) is located along the coast, connecting the villages and offering postcard views. An itinerant journey to discover local producers and products, good food and breathtaking landscapes!

• Main towns and places: Monterosso al Mare, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore

• Duration: 7 days/6 nights (3 nights in Monterosso al Mare, 3 nights in Riomaggiore)

• Budget (price per person): high (over €2,500 per person) - request a customised quote

Do-it-yourself travel arrangements: flights and hotels

• Low cost flights: flights to Genoa from €122.00 - look at the offers

Where not to go: not recommended destinations in February