If you can’t travel to your dream honeymoon destination because of COVID-19, bring the ultimate honeymoon to you! We have an alternative to get you by until international travel is on the cards again—a homeymoon! We’ve rounded up the best ways to live out your honeymoon dreams from the comfort of your own home.
Homemade Heaven…
Bring your dream honeymoon destination to your doorstep by totally decking out your house with holiday vibes! Make a sign that says ‘Welcome to your homeymoon’ and set up your own mini-bar for cocktail hour at your home-turned-hotel. Take it to the next level by putting fancy chocolates on your pillowcases and learning how to fold your towel into a swan shape. A homeymoon has never sounded so good!
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Tropical Pad…
If you had your heart set on a tropical getaway after your wedding, don’t fear! Converting your house into a total beach paradise is easier than you might think. Put your isolation craft skills to the test and make some cardboard palm trees, don your brightest coloured clothes, and turn your kitchen into an exotic cocktail bar! To really bring your homemade paradise to life, put a tropical beach video on your TV and order an abundance of leafy plants to be delivered to your house to create a total oasis.
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Time For Takeout…
At the moment, a lot of restaurants are only open for takeaway, but that doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice a romantic candlelit dinner on your homeymoon! Dig out some cute candles and your best table cloth, set the table with your finest china, and order a delicious takeaway meal. You could even play some romantic French music to really set the scene. Not only is this a touching way to make your homeymoon super special, but it’s also great to be supporting local food business.
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Pamper Party…
If you and your partner are all for relaxation, turn your home into a totally zen day spa! Enjoy a divine weekend of massages, baths, and scrubs for a homeymoon as chilled out as lounging on a beach all day long. Plus, there are plenty of homemade scrubs that you can whip up using ingredients that you probably already have lying around at home!
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Backyard Adventure…
If you and your partner love to be in the great outdoors, immerse yourself in nature by going for an adventurous camping trip in your very own backyard! If you’ve got the space for it, set up a tent and two camping chairs, roast a few marshmallows, and prepare for a romantic evening of stargazing and making memories. Surround yourself with your warmest blankets, the softest cushions, and a few candles to create a super cosy vibe.
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Strike A Pose…
No holiday is complete without about a million photos, right? Well, even a staycation needs to be remembered through cute photographs. A fun way to keep you entertained on your homeymoon is to create a photo scavenger hunt with your partner then buy a disposable camera to capture your adventures and get snapping!
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Local Vacay…
If you want a change of scenery for your homeymoon, rent a local Airbnb so that you feel like you’re still having a glamorous getaway. After all, a road trip will be a great way to spend quality time together! Extra bonus if you find an Airbnb with a spa bath so that you can have a luxurious evening of bath bombs and wine in the tub.
Disconnect To Reconnect…
Would you be checking your work emails or updating yourself on the latest COVID stats if you were on your proper honeymoon? Of course not! So, treat your homeymoon as an opportunity to put down the screens and completely disconnect from the news and what’s going on at work.
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Wedding Wardrobe…
Lift your spirits by splurging on a luxurious homeymoon wardrobe! If your loungewear consists of ancient track pants and a sweater with more holes in it than you can count, it’s time to treat yourself to a lush new pair of PJs! There’s nothing as comfy (yet still super chic) as a luxe silk set or a plush new dressing gown.
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Ultimate Staycation…
Finally, if you can’t physically make it to your dream honeymoon destination, take a virtual tour! There are countless properties worldwide that are offering virtual tours with customised experiences for newlyweds who have had to change their travel plans. While you’re going on your virtual adventure, whip up a holiday cocktail to get you in the true vacation spirit!
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Need some inspiration for your trendy home bar? Check out our favourite wedding cocktails here.
