If You’re Thinking About a Honeymoon in Australia, Here Are 7 Fun Ideas

Wine, beaches or rugged terrain? Or maybe something more exotic? If you’re looking for great Australia honeymoon ideas, then you’ve come to the right place. Of course, that’s because the natural diversity of Australia offers a range of choices for honeymooners who’d rather spend their special holiday doing something memorable, rather than wasting time getting there on an airplane.

With that in mind, here are some tips on where to go, what to do, and how to spend, for a romantic, memorable honeymoon in Australia.

Get Adventurous at Kakadu National Park

If you and your beau love getting outdoors and are planning on taking your honeymoon in the dry months of May to October, Kakadu National Park is nothing short of spectacular. And if you’re worried about roughing it on your honeymoon, you’ll be happy to know that Kakadu National Park has options for luxury accommodation as well.

While you can visit the park any time of year, many of the most beautiful tracks are impassable due to flooding during the monsoon months. If you visit when it’s dry, you’ll be able to take advantage of ranger-guided tours and catch glimpses of a greater variety of wildlife, which also take cover when the weather is foul.

By the way, the national park is one of the Northern Territory’s top tourist attractions. And it’s on the UNESCO World Heritage list for its grandeur, size and cultural significance to the Aboriginal traditional owners of the Kakadu.

Taste Luxury in the Barrosa Valley

Wine and dine with your new husband or wife in the Barrosa Valley, one of Australia’s top wine regions. The valley’s hotels and restaurants are ideal for long evenings of soulful conversation. Then spend playful afternoons exploring farmer’s markets or contemplating at museums and historical sites. And, since it’s only 60 kilometers from Adelaide, you can check out that city too if you choose.

Explore the Kimberley

Base yourself in the beach paradise of Broome and explore the wilds of the Kimberley with your new spouse. One of Western Australia’s best getaways, the Kimberley offers a variety of activities for newlyweds. Whether you want to relax on Cable Beach in Broome — to calm down from an over-the-top wedding perhaps? — or try out adventure sports to test your limits as a couple, you can find both here.

Lose Yourselves in Melbourne

Do small country towns and national parks make you yawn? If so, then enjoy an urban honeymoon with a trip to Melbourne – Australia’s cultural heart. Sink into the anonymity of city life. Enjoy going to shows, catching up over lengthy afternoons in city coffee shops, and browsing quirky markets. All in all, documenting your honeymoon will be fun and easy, because there’s so much to take pictures of in the city. Snap photos on city trams and seek out Victorian architecture for the best backdrops. Melbourne will let you celebrate your new union in style.

Seek Thredbos Thrills

On the other hand, perhaps you’re craving an Alpine retreat for your honeymoon. If so, then save some cash for your next holiday by visiting Thredbo instead. In the winter, you can learn to ski or snowboard in the morning and spend cozy evenings bundled up in the lodge. In summer, the mountains’ fresh air will invigorate you as you go on guided walks and talk about the future.

Head South to Cradle Mountain

Speaking of great Australia honeymoon ideas, one of Australia’s most romantic destinations for honeymooners, Cradle Mountain can be your cradle of love. This getaway in the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area serves as a pristine backdrop to your finalized nuptials. In fact, riding horses and big quads is fine in the spring and fall, while indoor pursuits are best in the winter.

Check In to a Spa With Your Spouse

Finally, if a destination honeymoon doesn’t seem like the right answer, let some spa professionals pamper you silly. Massages, facials, and dietary treatments will emphasize the fresh start you’re making in life with your new spouse. Then again, all of Australia’s large cities boast spas with excellent reviews. So call around to some in the city nearest you to work out a honeymoon package. Some even have couples’ rooms for just this purpose.

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