Caribbean Honeymoon Guide: Best Islands for Every Couple

Planning the perfect wedding can be difficult and stressful, so when it comes time to figure out the honeymoon, you may be too spent to worry about what destination best suits your postnuptial travel needs. That’s why we went ahead and did the heavy lifting for you.

Are you and your partner eager to relax after tying the knot? Do you require adventure, or do you just want to eat good food? Whatever you’re looking for on your Caribbean honeymoon, let us lead you to the island that best suits your lifestyle.

For Adventure Lovers: Dominica

crystal clear waters at Champagne Beach, Dominica
Photo courtesy of Discover Dominica

For the truly adventurous, Dominica offers unforgettable scuba diving and no shortage of natural terrain to explore. Ample hiking opportunities will take you through waterfall trails, hot springs, black-sand beaches and rainforests.

For a Relaxed, Beachy Honeymoon: Aruba

Aerial from Eagle beach on Aruba in the Caribbean Sea
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If you just want to take it easy and relax, Aruba will make it happen. Yes, you’ll find there’s plenty you can do here, but there are few places better suited for lazy, blissful sun-soaked lounging. Watch the day go by from the beach, preferably with a cold drink in hand.

For Romance & Privacy: St. Lucia

Gros and Petit Pitons near village Soufriere on Caribbean island St Lucia - tropical and paradise landscape scenery on Saint Lucia.
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After you and your partner have your privacy thoroughly invaded by the parade of extended family members at your wedding, enjoy some romantic privacy on St. Lucia. This can mean a room with a view in the resort of your choice or an unforgettable kiss on a secluded waterfall trail.

For Foodie Couples: Anguilla

Meads Bay, Anguilla
Photo courtesy of Frangipani Beach Resort

Maybe you just want to eat delicious food to your heart’s content. If this sounds like you, Anguilla is the place to be. Not only does this island offer a plethora of top-rate dining and street food options, but it’s also home to the CuisinArt Resort, a food lover’s paradise resort featuring cooking classes, wine tastings, and gourmet eateries.

For Luxury & Pampering: Saint Barthélemy

Saint Jean beach in Saint Barthelemy, St Barths
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This celebrity hotspot, known colloquially as St. Barth’s or St. Bart’s, is the place to get the star treatment. This French-speaking Caribbean island is where you can live your wildest “Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous” fantasies, for the right price, of course. You can enjoy perks like glamorous beach parties, designer boutiques and ultra-luxurious accommodations (private butler optional).