December 18, 2025
You only get one honeymoon — and yet so many couples unknowingly sabotage it before they even leave home.
Not because they don’t care.
Not because they’re bad planners.
But because they rely on generic advice, Instagram highlight reels, and Google searches that don’t understand them.
If you’re engaged and planning your honeymoon right now, these are the most common (and costly) mistakes I see — and how to avoid them.
Quick Answer:
The best honeymoon destination depends on how much rest vs adventure you want, how many decisions you want to make on the trip, your definition of luxury, and how much planning support you need. Couples who clarify these first avoid the most common honeymoon regrets.
Mistake #1: Picking a Destination Before Knowing What You Want
This is the fastest way to end up disappointed. Couples fall in love with a destination before they’ve answered basic questions:
- Do we want rest or adventure?
- How much structure do we want?
- Are we okay moving around — or do we want ease?
A destination should solve your honeymoon goals, not create friction.
👉 Fix it:
Start with your honeymoon style, not a location.
(If you haven’t done that yet, start here → Where Should You Go on Your Honeymoon?)
Mistake #2: Underestimating How Exhausted You’ll Be
Weddings are joyful — and draining. Yet couples regularly plan:
- Red-eye flights
- Jam-packed itineraries
- Back-to-back travel days
Then wonder why the first half of their honeymoon feels like survival mode.
👉 Fix it:
Build in recovery time. Your honeymoon is not a race.
Mistake #3: Overpaying for the Wrong Version of “Luxury”
Luxury isn’t universal. Some couples pay more for:
- Room categories they barely use
- Locations that don’t match their interests
- Experiences that look impressive but feel flat
Meanwhile, they skip the things that would have actually mattered to them.
👉 Fix it:
Spend intentionally. Strategy > star ratings.
Mistake #4: Thinking DIY Will Save Money
This one surprises couples the most.
Between:
- Inconsistent pricing
- Missed inclusions
- Poor routing
- Limited availability
DIY planning often costs more — in money, time, and stress.
👉 Fix it:
Leverage expertise. You don’t need to figure this out alone.
Mistake #5: Waiting Too Long to Plan
Engagement season is also honeymoon booking season.
The longer you wait:
- The fewer options you’ll have
- The more expensive flights become
- The harder it is to secure ideal room categories
👉 Fix it:
Start early, even if you’re still deciding.
The Couples Who Love Their Honeymoons Do This Differently
They don’t ask:
“What’s the best honeymoon destination?”
They ask:
“What’s the best honeymoon for us?”
And they make decisions based on clarity — not pressure, trends, or guesswork.
Want to Avoid These Mistakes Completely?
I created a Honeymoon Planning Guide to help engaged couples:
- Clarify what they actually want
- Narrow destinations quickly
- Avoid expensive planning missteps
👉 Download the Honeymoon Planning Guide.
If you want this done with you — personalized to your timeline, style, and budget — I help couples plan honeymoons that feel effortless and unforgettable.
👉 Inquire About Honeymoon Planning.
