5 Ultimate Honeymoons in the USA
Are you trying to find the perfect honeymoon destination during COVID-19? Or are you just trying to stay sane while you’re navigating the ever-moving parts of planning a wedding right now? As a recently engaged gal myself, I feel your pain. It’s challenging.
While it may feel like finding the perfect honeymoon destination during COVID-19 is more complicated than finding true love, it doesn’t have to be. I’m here to help. As a start, I have gathered up my top 5 destinations for the ultimate domestic honeymoon. Keep reading…
1. Bernardu’s Lodge & Spa in Carmel Valley, California
Why we love it?
Bernardu’s is a European wine country estate perfectly positioned within the Carmel Valley and surrounded by the gorgeous Santa Lucia mountain range. Yet, it’s also only 20 minutes away from the charming European-style seaside town, Carmel by the Sea.
Let’s have a toast.
Get picked up at your doorstep for a tour of Carmel Valley for wine tasting, including Bernardu’s Winery. You can then head to the chef’s table of Lucia restaurant to watch a special five-course meal created right in front of your eyes as you read inscriptions that surround you, left by celebrities such as Julia Child, Leonardo DiCaprio and others.
The romance factor.
For honeymooners, my partner at Bernardu’s loves the Valley Villa Suite, which features three fireplaces (because one is not enough when you need one for your balcony, the bedroom, and the living room, right!?) You might be thinking it doesn’t get any better. Still, I’ll add that the master bath offers a spa experience with a free-standing two-person copper soaking tub, and a wet room complete with wall and rain showers.
Perfect for…
Couples who want to feel transported to Europe but stay closer to home.
Perks when you book with us.
Upgrade at time of booking, subject to availability; complimentary A la Carte breakfast (applies to room service) for two daily for duration of the stay; $100 USD Resort or Hotel credit to be utilized during stay; early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability; and complimentary Wi-Fi.
2. Caldera House in Jackson Hole, Wyoming
Why we love it?
If you’re looking for privacy, luxury, and honeymooning in the most desired destination in the US right now, Caldera House is the place to be! It boasts ‘intimate’ and ‘exclusive,’ with its 8 beautiful and enormous suites nestled just beneath the mountains of Jackson Hole in Teton Village.
Mountain adventures are for lovers.
With its winding rivers and breathtaking mountain views, Jackson Hole is perfect for honeymooners. From dog sledding, snow trekking, & heli hiking to whitewater rafting and fly fishing, the Caldera House can help customize every adventure to suit your seasonal tastes.
The romance factor.
My partners at Caldera House recommend honeymooners stay in one of thier 5,000 sq ft penthouses which offers slope-side views, a chefs kitchen, floor-to-ceiling windows, snowmelt patios, wood-burning fireplaces, and large, romantic soaking tubs. Can you envision cuddling up by the fireplace with unobstructed views of the Tetons? How about enjoying an intimate dinner in-suite with a private chef, a couples massage, a dip in the infinity hot plunge, or a cocktail on your suite’s private balcony?
Perfect for…
Couples who are looking for luxurious boutique hotel doubling as a mountain retreat.
Perks when you book with us.
Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability, complimentary breakfast daily for two guests per bedroom; complimentary round trip private airport transfers; $100 USD food & beverage credit to be utilized during stay; and early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability.
3. The Resort at Paws Up in Greenough, Montana
Why we love it?
There’s only one thing better than being “one with nature” — being “two with nature,” especially when it’s at the Paws Up Resort, found at the crossroads of luxury and unspoiled wilderness in Montana.
Saddle up.
Join your significant other in the saddle, behind the wheel, or in the raft and experience a variety of activities tailor-made for honeymooners.
The romance factor.
Honeymooners can hide away in a cozier Meadow Home. Or for a true Montana experience, stay in their historic Morris Ranch House or Blackfoot River Lodge. Not to mention, the starlight wagon rides, sumptuous spa treatments and gourmet dining will ignite passions and transform flames of love into a raging bonfire – whoa!
Perfect for…
Couples who enjoy unspoiled nature and wilderness recreation but also like to do it in luxury!
Perks when you book with us.
Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability; full daily breakfast; complimentary round-trip private airport transfers; a bottle of wine in room on arrival; a $300 USD activity credit, to be utilized during stay, early check-in, late check-out, subject to availability; and complimentary Wi-Fi.
4. Ko’a Kea Hotel Resort on Kauai, Hawaii
Why we love it?
The Hawaiian island of Kauai is the ideal honeymoon destination for duos who enjoy spending time outdoors, whether they enjoy the beach, hiking, paddle boarding, sailing, kayaking, or zip lining. Ko’a Kea Hotel, listed on the "World’s Best Awards 2018: The Most Romantic Hotels Collection" by Travel + Leisure, is a great choice for honeymooners.
Love is in the air.
Join your significant other for a breathtaking helicopter tour if the island. If you want to stay closer to the ground, we recommend taking in the ocean air during an ocean-side massage.
The romance factor.
With Ko’a Kea directly on the beach, you’ll be perfectly poised to explore paradise hand in hand or enjoy each others company while lounging on the ocean lawn.
Perfect for…
Couples who want an island getaway but also want to keep it in the USA! (Please note that Hawaii is not currently open to mainland visitors and does not expect to reopen until October 2020.)
5. Montage Palmetto Bluff in Bluffton, South Carolina
Why we love it?
South Carolina pours on southern charm like gravy on biscuits. Let Spanish moss-draped trees set the scene for a romantic escape. You can stay on a 20,000-acre community, Montage Palmetto Bluff, nestled along the May River. As a bonus, you can also get away to nearby Savannah, Georgia, or Charleston within 2 hours.
The romance factor.
My partner at Montage Palmetto Bluff recommends that honeymooners treat themselves to a cottage which is very private and king-bedded, has a fireplace, a large & private screened-in porch, a steam shower and 2 bikes already pre-delivered upon arrival. It’s perfect for romance.
Activities customized for couples.
What’s your favorite activity as a couple? Montage Palmetto Bluff’s guest experience planners specialize in helping couples pick, choose, and plan around all of the activities on offer - golf, tennis, boating, biking, kayaking, fishing, sporting clays, and equestrian activities.
Perfect for…
The couple who wants options. They can be active amidst this sporting paradise or unwind by relaxing on the water or a world-class spa. Why not enjoy the endless activities and then have the spa waiting for you?
Perks when you book with us.
Upgrade at time of booking, subject to availability; $60 daily breakfast credit per bedroom, served in restaurant & In-Room Dining; $100 USD Resort or Hotel credit to be utilized during stay; early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability; and complimentary Wi-Fi.