The 10 Best Honeymoon Destinations in February

Keep the Valentine's Day romance alive all month with a honeymoon to remember everywhere from the Caribbean to Cape Town.
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Lane Nieset
by Lane Nieset
Updated Jan 06, 2025
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The holidays may be over, but February offers newlyweds tons of options for winter honeymoon destinations, whether you're looking for a seaside escape or want to cozy up slopeside somewhere in the snow. The best honeymoon locations in February range from high-season hotspots in the Caribbean like St. Barts to far-flung locales like New Zealand and South Africa, where you'll switch hemispheres as well as seasons, embracing an endless summer.

We've researched honeymoon destinations by month, narrowing our list of best places to honeymoon in February by affordability, weather and local experiences (hello Mardi Gras parades!) for a mix of places in more popular Caribbean islands like Jamaica, where you can relax in one of the many all-inclusive resorts, to more unexpected ski locales like Saa-Fee in Switzerland, where the endless number of ski runs means you won't be sharing the slopes with crowds. From epic safaris in Botswana to island hopping in The Bahamas, read on for our list of the best honeymoon spots in the US and abroad.

Canouan, St. Vincent and the Grenadines

Canouan, a tiny island in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, is where superyachts anchor in the winter when they want to escape the crowds in St. Barts. The sister island to Mustique may have a ritzy reputation, but a St. Vincent and the Grenadines honeymoon is an affordable alternative to other private island escapes in the Caribbean, making it one of the top honeymoon spots in February. The under-the-radar destination is a haven for honeymooners looking for barefoot luxury—just one glance at Mandarin Oriental Canouan's hillside villa spa suites and you'll want to spend an entire week basking on this beautiful island. Canouan is emerging as a culinary hotspot in its own right with locally inspired restaurants and gourmet, fish-to-fork dining on secluded beaches and neighboring national parks, where fishers are delivering daily, deep-sea catches prepped and served with some of the Caribbean's finest produce.

Things to Do: Lounge at the white-sand Godahl Beach, protected by the Caribbean's largest natural reef or take a golf cart over to Shell Beach on the island's southeast coast. Rise and shine for a sunrise hike up Canouan's highest peak, the 877-foot Mount Royal, where you'll have panoramic views over Mustique, Union Island and Petit St Vincent. The nearby Tobago Cays were the backdrop for Pirates of the Caribbean and are a fantastic spot for snorkeling. Mandarin Oriental, Canouan can arrange a full- or half-day snorkeling experience complete with a catamaran ride and lunch on tiny Mayreau island. The hotel can even turn the island into a romantic honeymoon experience with dining under the stars, lunch on a secluded beach or even couple's massages.

Places to Stay: The island's only hotels—Soho Beach House Canouan and Mandarin Oriental Canouan—sit on different sides of the island, but both sport private beaches and toes-in-the-sand dining. It can't get more romantic than dinner under the stars on Soho Beach House's jetty or a boat ride over to Shell Beach Bar and Grill for spruced-up seaside dining.

Saas-Fee, Switzerland

Zermatt and St. Moritz often steal the show when it comes to swanky ski escapes in Switzerland, but we'll let you in on one of Europe's best-kept secrets: the car-free village of Saas-Fee was the music video locale for the Wham! hit Last Christmas. Surrounded by 18, 4,000-meter peaks and glaciers, Saas-Fee is billed as the only true snow-sure resort in Europe and claims the longest winter ski season—so you're guaranteed fantastic powder. Couples have access to extensive off-piste skiing and groomed slopes for all levels, but Saas-Fee has a few other surprises in store—it's home to the world's highest funicular and one of the highest bobsled runs in the Alps, with a 360-degree loop.

Things to Do: Make your way up to Threes!xty—the world's highest revolving restaurant—for coffee and sweeping views of the slopes or cozy up at traditional Restaurant Schäferstube sampling specialties like wood-fired lamb and raclette. The high-alpine snow capital offers plenty of options when it comes to winter activities, from ice sports to glacier excursions and guided via ferrata tours.

Places to Stay: Sleep in the heart of the tiny town at the boutique, 38-room alpine lodge The Capra, which features its own ski-in/ski-out cabin by the slopes. Unwind after the international flight with a day at the hotel's Peak Health Spa, which features a salt therapy room, steam room and sauna, outdoor hydrotherapy pool, and customized facials and therapeutic massages. Honeymooners can also up the romance by booking The Capra's private spa, which has its own Finnish sauna, steam bath and hydrotherapy pool.

Okavango Delta, Botswana

February falls during Botswana's summer, or off-season months, which makes this bucket list trip more affordable. While technically the rainy season, game sightings may be limited, but couples will still have plenty to swoon over from vibrant birds to baby elephants. Meghan Markle and Prince Harry famously got engaged in the romantic locale, and once you're cozying up with your other half in one of Botswana's luxury lodgings, hearing the sound of lions roaring at night and stargazing on evening safaris, you'll see why a Botswana honeymoon is truly a spectacular honeymoon location in February.

Things to Do: Safari days are dictated by game drives when you'll set out around sunrise and before sunset cruising the Delta for the big five: lions, leopards, rhinoceroses, elephants and African buffalo. There's no shortage of picture-perfect moments, from selfies in the game drive vehicle to leopards with their cubs and majestic giraffes grazing as you cruise by.

Places to Stay: Luxury lodges and tented camps are the best options when it comes to experiencing Botswana in style. Most are all-inclusive apart from spa treatments, so go ahead and indulge in afternoon gin and tonics from the comfort of your private patio or plunge pool. Sustainability is at the forefront of a safari experience, but in Botswana's Okavango Delta, Beyond Green-certified Nxabega Okavango Tented Camp and Sandibe Okavango Safari Lodge—both from luxury safari outfitter andBeyond—are vetted and check all the boxes when it comes to an eco-conscious stay that respects both the environment and surrounding community.

St. Barts

The jet set hotspot is a slice of the South of France in the Caribbean with similar beach clubs and restaurants—yet still embraces a toes-in-the-sand island feel (albeit with designer bags doubling as beach totes). Celebrities frequent the island of Saint Barthelémy (or St. Barts, as many call it) to see-and-be-seen, but newlyweds can balance their St. Barts honeymoon with coastal treks on untouched trails and hikes to natural saltwater pools with a more party-centric atmosphere at institutions like Nikki Beach Saint Barth (the Sunday parties are legendary) and La Guérite Beach, the lively Cannes transplant.

Things to Do: Bask on the shell-covered beach at Shellona before heading up to the restaurant for a menu of modernized Greek fare and elevated beach snacks like caviar tacos and octopus croquettes. Shop in the tiny, walkable capital of Gustavia, where boutiques range from major designer brands to art galleries and design shops, or make your way to the crystal-clear water at Gouverneur Beach.

Places to Stay: The grande dame Eden Rock St. Barths is a glamorous option for couples who want to be in the center of the action in St. Jean and near St. Jean Bay's beach clubs like Gyp Sea. For a true resort feel, post up at Rosewood Le Guanahani St. Barth, which unfolds along a secluded peninsula and features clapboard cottage suites with private heated pools.

Cape Town, South Africa

A Cape Town honeymoon is an adventure that starts with the flight. This journey is a long one, but it's worth the trek for the epic experience ahead. The coastal city is an affordable honeymoon destination that offers couples a sampling of pretty much everything, from a cutting-edge culinary scene to surfing and scuba diving, penguin-spotting, wine-tasting day trips and tons of cultural attractions. Cape Town is a top pick for honeymoon spots in February since the seasons are opposite of those in the US. You'll be visiting during the tail-end of summer, when the Cape Town Art Fair, one of the city's top events, takes place.

Things to Do: Table Mountain is a defining landmark, so start with a cable car ride through the clouds to the top. Stroll the V&A Waterfront pausing for a snack at Ramenhead or How Bao Now at the Time Out Market before spending the afternoon browsing the latest exhibits at the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa or shopping locally designed goods at Watershed. If your trip falls at the beginning of the month, galleries, restaurants and bars open up for after-hours events transforming into the ultimate street party during First Thursdays.

Places to Stay: It's hard to beat the views from The Silo Hotel, the glass geometric masterpiece towering above the V&A Waterfront, with pillowed-glass windows showing off panoramas stretching from Table Mountain to the Table Bay harbour. You'll want to linger over wine and snacks on the rooftop at sunset for one of the best shots in the city (the glass pool is also worth an Instagram moment). The 13-room Ellerman House, housed in an original Cape Edwardian mansion dating back to 1906, is another honeymoon favorite thanks to its location at the foot of Lion's Head, ocean views and timeless charm.

Miami, Florida

A popular spot for a mini-moon or quick weekend getaway, Miami is at its best in winter, when the holiday crowds die down and well before spring breakers settle in—making it one of the best honeymoon spots in February. The city continues to reinvent itself, with new neighborhoods and hotels popping up, but Miami Beach is an easy spot for honeymooners who want to skip the hassle of renting a car. Near the end of the month, the four-day South Beach Wine & Food Festival brings some of the country's top chefs and culinary stars to town for a series of showcases and events, including over-the-top dinners that are a festive way to toast to a Miami Beach honeymoon.

Things to Do: Sample some of the city's most vibrant culture in terms of art and food on a walking tour of Wynwood's street art murals with Miami Culinary Tours. The city is famous for its art deco architecture, so spend a half-day biking along the coast learning about the area's history from a local historian. A trip to the beach is a given, but the city's culinary scene is one of the best in the US right now, so venture out to a few of the top restaurants like Italian-inspired Boia De and Peruvian Maty's.

Places to Stay: Faena Miami Beach nods to the city's 1950s glamour with art deco touches enhanced by more extravagant design details, like animal print-lined furniture and statement-making chandeliers in live fire-focused gastronomic eatery Los Fuegos by Francis Mallmann. The 22,000-square-foot Tierra Santa Healing House is also sure to soothe away any post-wedding stress thanks to shaman-designed body-healing rituals. Adults-only The Standard Spa, Miami Beach is slightly removed from the bustle of South Beach, unfolding along the bay on Belle Island. The boutique property knows how to up the romance factor with private terraces featuring alfresco soaking tubs and an indoor-outdoor hydrotherapy playground.

The Bahamas

The Bahamas are always a romantic getaway thanks to the pristine blue water—some of the clearest in the world—picturesque pink-sand beaches, famous swimming pigs and friendly locals. Honeymooners can choose from 16 major islands or, better yet, hop between a few of them, enjoying the culture, art and nightlife in Nassau and Paradise Island, the gateway to The Bahamas, or cruising through the cays and islands surrounding Eleuthera and Harbour Island, discovering secret sandbars along the way.

Things to Do: Swimming with stingrays and sharks is something you can do around the world, but how often can you say you took a dip with pigs? Sail over to Staniel Cay and greet these adorable residents who happen to be on one of The Bahamas' most beautiful beaches, ensuring the snorkeling will be all the more spectacular. Cross the bridge over Nassau Harbour to Paradise Island, the hub of the Bahamas' main entertainment and attractions like Atlantis Bahamas, which claims more than 40 restaurants, three Michelin-starred chefs and a Las Vegas-style casino.

Places to Stay: Nassau's Baha Mar is one of the newest resort destinations in the Bahamas and offers honeymooners three oceanfront hotels to choose from: Rosewood Baha Mar, Grand Hyatt Baha Mar and SLS Baha Mar—plus a waterpark, the Caribbean's largest and more luxe casino, and attractions like nightclubs, spas, golf and tennis. Also in Nassau, Sandals Royal Bahamian ranks top in terms of all-inclusive resorts and even has its own private island with two beaches and a spa.

New Zealand

February is prime summertime in New Zealand, so couples looking to skip the snow in favor of outdoor activities like scenic cycling and wilderness treks through landscapes so stunning they're often backgrounds in Hollywood hits, a New Zealand honeymoon is the ultimate recipe for romance. The trip over may be a trek, but once you're here, you'll have plenty of time to soak up the country's unparalleled natural beauty thanks to longer summer days. From campervan road trips with evening sunsets and stargazing and morning mountain views to bungy jumping, skydiving and ziplining through native forests, New Zealand definitely lives up to its reputation as an adventure capital.

Things to Do: In the South Island, take a cooking class at Hapuku Kitchen or dine farm-to-table at The Laboratory in Christchurch. A dip in the hot pools at Tekapo Springs, near Lake Tekapo, will definitely shake off any lingering jetlag and have you ready for the outdoor adventure that awaits, whether that be cycling the iconic Otago Central Rail Trail, glacier heli-hiking on Fox Glacier in the foothills of the Southern Alps or wine tasting in Marlborough.

Places to Stay: Cliffside Delamore Lodge on Waiheke Island is a quick, five-minute helicopter ride from downtown Auckland and offers couples plenty of privacy to lounge in plush robes on your suite's patio with a glass of local chardonnay, admiring views of the lush gardens and Owhanake Bay below. Rosewood Kauri Cliffs on an untouched stretch of coast in Northland is best known for its world-renowned championship golf course, but the suites perched above the greens are every bit as spectacular, with open fireplaces perfect for cozying up after a trip out to the nearby beaches of the Bay of Islands.

Jamaica

Gorgeous white-sand beaches, crystal-clear water, natural wonders in the form of waterfalls and a bioluminescent lagoon—there are tons of reasons why Jamaica is a top honeymoon February destination, and we haven't even gotten to the food yet. The Caribbean island's laid-back pace, mix of all-inclusive resorts and intimate boutique hotels, and nightlife and music make it a favorite for couples who want a relaxing getaway with plenty of attractions at their fingertips when they're ready to peel themselves away from the beach.

Things to Do: Enjoy a different kind of nightlife on an evening tour swimming in the glowing Luminous Lagoon. Check off a few of the island's favorites on a day trip to Blue Hole, Secret Falls and Dunn's River Falls cliff jumping, rope swinging and dipping in the natural pools. You can't miss Rick's Cafe on the West End Cliffs, and you'll have the chance to catch the sunset here after cliff jumping and snorkeling in Negril's caves on a catamaran cruise.

Places to Stay: All-inclusive resort The Caves Hotel in Negril has become synonymous with Jamaica honeymoons thanks to its romantic cliffside locale and lantern-lit, five-course private dining in sea caves. GoldenEye is a luxe interpretation of a resort with accommodations ranging from private villas and lagoon cottages to beach huts. Couples have a few options to choose from when they're ready for a dip, from the main Low Cay, a wide crescent-shaped beach, to the rustic Button Beach and its rum bar or Snorkler's Cove, where you can pick up fins and explore nearby coral reefs.

New Orleans, Louisiana

February is a big month in the Crescent City since New Orleans hosts the Kendrick Lamar-headlined Super Bowl LIX as well as its famous Mardi Gras parades—including the Intergalactic Krewe of Chewbacchus, Krewe du Vieux and Krewe of Muses—leading up to the big day on March 4. The city is romantic any time of the year, but Valentine's Day is when it really steps up its game, making it one of the top US honeymoon spots this month.

Things to Do: Sample the city's iconic Sazerac cocktail while strolling through the French Quarter and along New Orleans' most famous address, Bourbon Street. New Orleans melds French and Southern charm, and one of the best ways to soak up the culture is through cuisine, trying beignets at Cafe du Monde and bananas Foster at legendary Brennan's. And for the ultimate photo moment, hop in a horse-drawn carriage and cruise around the city's historic neighborhoods.

Places to Stay: If you're after a classic grande dame, you'll fall head over heels for The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel, near the French Quarter, whose art deco, 1940s The Sazerac Bar is an institution. In the beautifully manicured Garden District, The Chloe is a charming, 14-room boutique hotel housed in a 19th-century mansion that mixes modern touches with old-world glamour. Be sure to sample the reimagined Creole cuisine at chef Ben Triola's all-day restaurant, where dishes include smoked chicken and alligator sausage gumbo and lemonfish au poivre with collard greens.

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