You’ve ordered the bouquets. Booked that photographer everyone’s been raving about. Painstakingly saved pennies for the dream venue. And found that your pockets are completely, utterly, empty. Booking a luxe honeymoon after splashing all your cash on the big day is almost impossible – which is why mini moons offer the perfect alternative.
Here, you’ll find a top pick of short break destinations. Maybe you can afford to pick a four or five-star hotel if you don’t stay for a full week. Or, you don’t need to splash on your stay because it’s all about what there is to do in the destination. All Inclusive is always an option, remember. With a package like that you can cheers to being newlyweds once, twice or three times, without worrying about the cost of the cocktails…
Make the most of the beach in Menorca
After all that planning, a few days of doing nothing but stretching out on Balearic beaches sounds ideal, right? The pretty island of Menorca offers up more beaches than its big sisters Ibiza and Majorca put together, so it’s more than earned its bragging rights and beachy cred. Laidback Punta Prima primes a Blue Flag beach that’s a firm fave with the locals, while Cala’n Bosch is a bit more lively. Head there after the sun sets and you’ll find loads of cool bars and yacht-filled marinas for a buzzy eve.
Spend three loved-up nights at the Globales Mediterrani
Fall in love again in Sorrento
Italy’s always been known as an old romantic, so it’s a pretty perfect pick to spend your first days as a married couple. More specifically, though, head to Campania – a place the Romans nicknamed ‘the happy land.’ It’s home to Sorrento, full of twisting lanes decorated by family-run boutiques, dreamy piazzas and shabby-chic streets. Celebrity fave, Capri, is also just a half-an-hour ferry ride away. Explore the Blue Grotto, ride a chairlift for views of the entire island, and shop in designer stores for the perfect mini moon souvenir. Do it for the pizza and pasta alone…
Hide away at the Domo20 – approved by our Insider, @baileyturvey ?
Meet your match in Madeira
If you’re more about being up and on your feet than horizontal on a beach, Madeira‘s more in the right direction. While it’s known as one of Europe’s top spa destinations, it’s also got loads to keep you busy. Ride a cable car over Funchal, go for a hike around the botanical gardens (looking their best in spring) or explore the mile-long old town in Canico De Baixo. If you’re still in the party mood after your evening celebrations, Madeira hosts a Rio-style carnival in February that runs for three days.
Pick the suite life at Pestana Casino Park Ocean and Spa
Just the two of you? Check out these Adults-only holidays for some more mini moon inspo.
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Author: Lily Owen (she/her)
Last updated: 02/10/25
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