Planning your honeymoon is one of the most exciting things about getting married. Amid all the wedding planning and last-minute stresses, knowing you’ve booked a relaxing holiday at the end of it all with the one you love is an incredible feeling.
Deciding where to go for your honeymoon is just one of the hundreds of decisions you’ll need to make with your partner over the next little while. This guide makes that decision just that little bit easier. Whether you’re at the start of your engagement or well and truly into the depths of wedding planning, we’ve pulled together a list of some of Australia’s best honeymoon destinations.
Tasmanian honeymoon destinations
The sleepy state of Tasmania is ideal for honeymooners looking to spend a bit of time in nature and escape the everydayness of the mainland. A trendy spot for elopements, if you’re planning adventurous nuptials, consider pairing it with a relaxed and easy-paced honeymoon in Van Diemen’s Land.
Eagles Nest Retreat
The ultimate luxury private getaway
Eagles Nest Retreat is a luxurious escape from the hustle and bustle of city living. Enjoy outdoor spas on the doorstep of mountain ranges, exquisitely constructed luxury accommodation and even your own private chef. Featuring three uniquely designed “nests” scattered across a twenty-hectare property, this place was built for honeymooners looking for a boujee private getaway.
A stone’s throw away from Cradle Mountain, spend the rest of your days exploring the stunning national parks and eating your way through the surrounding small towns known for their fresh local produce.
Saffire Freycinet
A unique and all-inclusive experience
Located just two hours from Launceston, on the east coast of Tasmania, the Saffire Freycinet is a luxury hotel overlooking the iconic Wineglass Bay. Enjoy a range of uniquely local experiences with all the comforts of a luxury hotel. For a honeymoon where food, drinks and activities are all taken care of, Saffire’s all-inclusive packages will ensure you don’t need to worry about anything - a welcome change of pace from all the wedding planning decisions. Enjoy a range of complimentary experiences, including visits to an oyster farm, kayaking tours and a unique Tasmanian Devil experience.
Honeymoon destinations in NSW
From the ski fields of Thredbo to the beaches of the North Coast, New South Wales has a diverse range of sensational holiday destinations for newly married couples. Here are a couple of our favourites.
Byron Bay
Eat, sleep, drink, beach, repeat
For couples looking to spend their honeymoon eating, drinking and lying by the beach, this spot is for you. Breweries, restaurants, cafe’s - Byron truly has everything a foodie couple could want. While you’re there, make sure you have lunch at the Stone and Wood brewery and a delightful tapas dinner at St Elmo, you won’t regret it! If you’re looking for more activities, check out Redballoon before your trip. They have hot air ballooning and snorkelling experiences that can take your honeymoon to the next level.
Pro tip: If you’re looking for accommodation in Byron, check Airbnb before looking at hotels. Byron has some very luxurious pads you can make your own.
Blue Mountains
Cozy fires and red wine for those honeymooning in winter
There’s something magical about getting married in winter. It’s cosy! And if you’re hoping to continue that feeling into your honeymoon, the Blue Mountains is the place for you and your partner. Open fires, beautiful vistas and fine dining options close-by, it doesn’t get much better than that! A must-do is staying in a cozy log cabin when visiting during the cooler months. Check out Stayz to find one that’s right for you!
Queensland honeymoon destinations
Sunshine, crystal clear water, secret hideaways and island paradises - Queensland is the perfect place to relax and soak up the sun after the big day is done and dusted.
Hamilton Island
The quintessential sun-soaked island getaway
Hamilton Island is in the heart of the glorious Whitsundays. White-sande beaches and beautiful blue waters make this island paradise the ideal place for your first trip away as a married couple. A spot with both space to relax and heaps of activities to keep you entertained, Hamilton Island is the ultimate island honeymoon destination. Get those quads burning by hiking the trails on the island or pamper yourselves in the day spa; Hamilton Island gives you the chance to choose your own pace and make this memorable holiday your own.
Port Douglas
Where it’s summer all year long
Port Douglas, where every night is a summer’s night. This tropical location has romance around every corner. Long days by the pool and sunset dinners on the beach are just some of the things you’ll have to look forward to if you make this your honeymoon destination.
From the Daintree Rainforest jungles to the Great Barrier Reef’s underwater depths, it’s easy to be overwhelmed by how much there is to do here. Make sure you plan ahead and see where you can find the best deals. Before you book your tropical getaway, make sure you become a Cashrewards member so you can get cashback on all your accommodation, flights and honeymoon experiences and bookings.