Are you thinking about ideas for a honeymoon in December and don't know where to start? Look no further, because in this MoonMiel article we are going to give you some tips for you to prepare and make your idyllic honeymoon come true. .
7 ideas for a Honeymoon in December full of magic
December is a cold month with few outdoor activities in Spain, but that's not the case all over the world! Out of what we are used to think, this month can also be the ideal month to visit other countries and share a different experience as an alternative to the most known ideas for a honeymoon.
So, in this list we propose you up to 7 destinations and ideas for a honeymoon in December. Combining warmer places to escape the cold if you are looking for sun and beach, with charmingly cold places. However, all the destinations are special and perfect to be visited in December, either for one reason or another that we are going to tell you about. You can't miss them!
Warm countries for a honeymoon in December
If you want to fill your suitcase with bikinis and light swimwear, you can't miss these 3 ideas for a honeymoon in December. It really will be as if you were travelling in summer, forgetting the cold you're leaving behind.
Philippines
If you're more inclined towards a warmer honeymoon, then the Philippines is a perfect idea. You'll avoid the cold and snow at all costs, because once you arrive you'll only think about taking a dip in its paradisiacal beaches. Without a doubt, it is one of the best destinations for your honeymoon.
In December, the Philippines offers a perfectdry climate to enjoy its beaches to the fullest. And not only that, but also for its wild side in the jungle. Because right in December the monsoon season ends, making it the best season to go on a honeymoon.
Besides, it is the country where Christmas lasts more days, since it begins its celebration in September. And they do it by decorating the whole city with hanging lanterns, the paroles. Making the city of San Fernando (Pampanga) the so-called Christmas Capital of the Philippines, it is truly a magical landscape!
Australia
It doesn't get cold in Australia either, something that makes it one of the best ideas for a honeymoon in December. Because from December to the end of February it's summer in this country. With average temperatures in Sydney varying between 19 and 29 centigrade, with the lowest temperatures occurring at night.
So don't forget your sunglasses and swimwear to visit the best beaches in Australia which are Burleigh Heads (Queensland) and Byron Bay (New South Wales). And what is a must for your honeymoon in December is to spend a few days in Sydney, the capital that is full of activities, decoration, atmosphere and shows.
Seeing Christmas in the middle of summer is truly breathtaking. Not to mention the fabulous and magical fireworks that are organised to celebrate the New Year in Sydney Harbour. Can you think of a better place to experience this unique experience?
Guatemala
Guatemala is one of the best destinations for a honeymoon in America and it is a vibrant and colourful country where the beach and the jungle mix. Exploring the archaeological sites hidden in the lush nature you will think you are in an Indiana Jones movie!
The national park of Tikal is a marvel that will immerse you in the history of the country. Its 70-metre high pyramid has become the emblematic image of the country. Not to mention Lake Atitlán, which is said to be one of the 7 wonders of the world for its incredible beauty that will captivate you as soon as you see it.
Also, you have to make a note of the date of December 7th because you can't miss the famous tradition of the Burning of the Devil that engulfs the country and is truly a sight to behold. Guatemalans throw garbage in the streets, which after being collected is burned with a devilish figure on top of it.
Cold Countries for a Honeymoon in December
But if you're sick of the heat and are looking for an adventure in the cold, here are 4 romantic options and ideas for a December honeymoon that you'll love. Don't let the cold be an impediment to your best experience!
Prague-Vienna-Bratislava
These 3 cities in the neighbouring Eastern European countries are perfect for a dream December. Because it will seem like you're in a fairy tale come true. In the winter, the cities are all dressed up for Christmas to celebrate it as a community. Although they are cold cities, this gives them a cosy atmosphere that embraces any tourist.
In these cities you can stroll among the luminous Christmas markets with toys, Christmas decorations and excellent food stalls. The ones in Vienna are spectacular, you will be able to get lost in them without even realising it.
Because if there is one thing that all 3 cities have in common is that they offer an idyllic landscape with impressive castles, narrow streets with street lamps and lights, ice skating rinks... and a much longer list that you have to discover.
Finnish Lapland
Get ready for a dream Christmas because Finnish Lapland is waiting to make your dreams come true! Close to the Arctic Circle you will find spectacular landscapes. You can explore its gigantic forests and unspoilt nature hidden under the snow by snowmobile, hiking or sledging. You can also visit the charming and decorated town of Santa Claus, not to mention the Northern Lights!
Finnish Lapland is one of the best destinations to see the famous and incredible Northern Lights. In the midst of its majestic landscape and enchanted forests, you can't miss the opportunity to go on a night safari or stay in a hotel to see them.
Itwill be a magical and romantic experience never to forget. You are sure to see a lot of them: the best time is from autumn to early spring.
Croatia
Although Croatia is an ideal destination for the summer because of its beaches, its winter has nothing to envy! A country for couples who love skiing and unspoilt natural landscapes, here you will find a wide variety of activities.
Its Christmas atmosphere will make you fall in love with it, but it will undoubtedly be its nature that will take your breath away. The Plitvice Lakes, located in Lika, have been declared a World Heritage Site. But what is really striking about these landscapes in December is that the waterfalls and lakes are completely frozen. A true natural wonder.
In addition, there is the famous Sljeme ski slope, the best known in the country, for the more adventurous.
Antarctica
To close the list with ideas for a honeymoon in December we leave you with the famous Antarctica. Antarctica is the continent of the Antarctic Circle where you can experience a honeymoon different, original and full of emotions.
The low temperatures make it a destination out of the ordinary, but for that very reason the best time to visit the continent is in December: it is austral summer, which means that there are 20 hours of sunlight and temperatures are between 0 and -10 centigrade.
But what will really make you want to go there is that December coincides with the penguin egg hatching season, an image you'll never forget, I assure you! Because if there's one thing the white continent has, it's a magnetism that hooks the most adventurous visitors with its impressive landscapes.
Either by boat or on a cruise (the cruise departs from Argentina) you will contemplate the natural beauty of the ice under different forms, be it icebergs, ice sheets or glaciers. You will find subglacial lakes, mountain ranges under the ice and an endless number of geographical features that you never thought could exist.
