Planning the perfect honeymoon can be almost as time-consuming as planning a wedding. Between finding the best rates on plane tickets, hotel rooms, activities, and excursions, you can feel almost as stressed out as you did orchestrating those hard-to-please seating arrangements.
So why not cut yourself some slack by booking a stress-free escape at sea instead? Honeymoon cruises are the perfect alternative for a luxurious newlywed getaway–without the hassle of planning every detail yourself. Ships typically include everything from Michelin star-worthy dining to Vegas-style entertainment to luxe stateroom–all included in one price. That means no worrying about being nickeled and dimed at sea, either.
Ready to set sail? Without further ado, we give you four of the most romantic honeymoon cruises guaranteed to float every newlywed couple’s boat. Bon voyage!
Looking for an action-packed honeymoon? Don’t miss Royal Caribbean’s Perfect Day at CocoCay aboard the Navigator of the Seas. The 3 or 4-night cruise takes guests from Fort Lauderdale, Florida to a private island in the Bahamas. Once there, thrill-seekers can choose from activities like zip lining, splashing in the Caribbean’s largest wave pool, riding the tallest waterslide in North America, or soaring 450 feet in the air in a helium balloon!
If you’ve ever fantasized about sailing around the world, Princess Cruise’s Mediterranean itinerary is the perfect choice for a far-flung honeymoon. This 7-day cruise stops in some of the world’s most romantic ports like Barcelona, Rome, Florence, Marseilles, and Gibraltar. You can explore several destinations in the span of one week! Couples can also enjoy countless amenities on board the Emerald Princess including five-star dining, an adults-only spa, live cooking demonstrations, and Broadway-style musical productions.
The Carnival Sunrise recently underwent a $200 million renovation, revamping everything on board the ship from entertainment to food and beverages. Newlyweds can get some well-deserved R&R at the Serenity Adult-Only Retreat, book a couple’s massage at the Cloud 9 spa, or toast with vintage-themed cocktails at the Alchemy Bar. This 8-day Eastern Caribbean cruise travels from New York to San Juan, St. Thomas, and Grand Turk. Celebrate wedded bliss with a champagne catamaran tour, snorkeling at a private beach, horseback riding, kayaking, and parasailing.
There’s no denying Hawaii is one of the most popular honeymoon destinations in the world. If you can’t decide which island to visit, say aloha to them all with Norwegian Cruise Line’s Pride of America cruise. This ship is the only inter-island cruise line in the world that doesn’t have to visit a foreign port, allowing guests to spend nearly 100 hours on land. Norwegian also offers couples ample opportunities to explore the islands with romantic excursions like volcano biking tours, waterfall hikes, and traditional luaus.
Are you and your honey taking a honeymoon cruise? Tell us about it in the comments!
(Featured image via Norwegian Cruise Line)
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