Expedia survey reveals the top trends and destinations for
post-pandemic honeymooners
SEATTLE, June 1, 2022
/PRNewswire/ -- New findings from leading travel app Expedia®
reveal that honeymoons are the next big thing poised for a
post-pandemic glow-up. A recent study1 conducted by the
travel giant found that an astounding 97% of honeymoon plans were
impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, with nearly every couple forced
to cancel, pare down or postpone their post-nuptial trips over the
last two years. Now, with an estimated 4.7 million weddings
expected to take place in 2022-20232, lovebirds are
embracing a bigger and better way to honeymoon.
Top trends uncovered by the Expedia survey, which polled 1,500
couples, include:
- Trips instead of toasters: 65% are more likely to add a
honeymoon fund to their wedding registry, prompted by the pandemic
to prioritize their once-in-a-lifetime trip over traditional
registry items.
- Mega-moons: More than half (53%) plan to spend more on
their honeymoons than they originally budgeted and 59% are more
interested now in going to a bucket list destination.
- Duo-moons: 83% of those in a relationship are planning a
"duo-moon" or multiple honeymoons, such as a quick trip immediately
following the wedding and an extended trip later.
- Redo-moons: 54% of married couples are not completely
satisfied with the honeymoon they took during the pandemic and want
a "do-over."
"Coming out of the pandemic, couples are clearly determined to
have an epic honeymoon," says Christie
Hudson, head of U.S. public relations for Expedia. "For many
couples that will include flights, luxurious accommodations and
even romantic in-destination activities. Luckily, it's easy for
couples to plan their ultimate honeymoon and save hundreds of
dollars when they bundle everything for their trip on Expedia."
Honeymoon checklists include
romance and relaxation
After the stress of postponed plans, many couples are looking
forward to enjoying some R&R during their honeymoons. According
to the survey, the most popular itinerary includes an all-inclusive
resort (45%), romantic activities such as hot air balloon rides or
sunset boat cruises (54%) and pampering (52%).
However, couples are split on the type of destination they
desire, with beach and tropical destinations (19%) scarcely more
popular than a multi-destination trip (18%), city escape (16%) or
national park visit (15%).
The top sought-after honeymoons to
take in 2022
Expedia polled couples on where they would most like to go for
their post-pandemic honeymoon and the results were all over the
map, in the best way possible. Read on and follow the links to the
Expedia Explore blog to check out an expertly curated itinerary for
each dreamy destination below, inclusive of where to stay and what
to do.
- United Kingdom: A
multi-city itinerary exploring Scotland and England by train
- Dubai: Straddle the
line of beach and big city luxury
- Paris: Honeymoon in the
most romantic place in the world
- Florida: A Florida honeymoon two ways in Palm Beach or Surfside, Miami
- Los Angeles: How to
enjoy La La Land as newlyweds
- Spain: A fairytale
honeymoon through Madrid and
Seville
- Italy: La dolce vita in
Rome, Naples and the Amalfi Coast
- St. Lucia: The clear
waters, lush rainforests and Pitons are calling
- Iceland: Choose your
own adventure exploring Iceland
- Maldives: Check private
island living off the bucket list
Start planning an unforgettable honeymoon, including dreamy
destinations, couple-friendly hotels, and activities for two, by
visiting Expedia's Honeymoon Hub.
About Expedia:
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travel brands, with a mission of helping travelers get the most out
of every trip they take by providing everything they need all in
one place, ensuring they are getting the most out of every trip
they take, and above all else, feel supported every step of the
way.
Our commitment to insights matched with our unprecedented scale
allows us to understand our travelers better than anyone else,
delivering exactly what they need, when they need it. Our
personalized experiences backed by incredible technology, enable us
to deliver the widest selection of product offerings across
accommodations, transportation, activities and experiences that
help you get the most out of your journey.
Use our mobile app or visit expedia.com to
plan your journey with us.
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1 In partnership with OnePoll.
Surveyed 1,701 respondents from April 1,
2022 to April 12, 2022. The
survey was conducted online using panel members who are credited to
participate in surveys. Focused on U.S. adults who are married,
cohabitating or in a
relationship.
2 Source: The
Wedding Report
https://wedding.report/index.cfm/action/blog/view/post/pid/1606/title/2021_Covid_19_Wedding_Market_Update
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