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Popular Honeymoon Destinations in 2023
Bali, Phuket, Cancun, Hawaii, Maldives, and More

With the arrival of spring, the peak wedding season, interest in honeymoon destinations is also heating up. Since these trips become lifelong memories, engaged couples are putting a lot of effort into choosing the best travel spots. Based on economy airfare search volume data from the hotel search platform 'HotelsCombined,' we have selected popular overseas honeymoon destinations.

Indonesia Bali

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Bali, considered Indonesia's representative travel destination, is a mystical island where emerald seas and mild climate blend with unique culture and vibrant arts. Also known as the "Island of Heaven," Bali is well-equipped with pool villas, making it ideal for couples to enjoy a romantic getaway in private villas with their own pools. At the same time, various water sports such as surfing, rafting, and jet skiing are well developed, making it perfect for those seeking dynamic activities.

In particular, Uluwatu Temple, located on the edge of the high cliffs of the Bukit Peninsula in southwest Bali, is a popular spot among travelers. Visitors can enjoy picturesque ocean views along with golden-hued sunsets. This temple is dedicated to the Hindu sea god, and it is notable for the monkeys living there, which are considered sacred animals in Hinduism.

Thailand Phuket

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Known as the "Pearl of the Andaman," Phuket is Thailand's largest island and a representative tourist destination. As a world-class resort area, it boasts diverse natural scenery including beautiful coastlines, fine white sand beaches, and limestone cliffs. Additionally, major beaches such as Patong, Karon, and Kata feature luxury resorts, and Phuket serves as a transportation hub for nearby islands like the Phi Phi Islands.

One must-visit spot when traveling to Phuket is Patong Beach. Meaning "banana plantation," Patong Beach is the largest beach in Phuket. Stretching 4 km, many people enjoy sunbathing under parasols along this beach.

Mexico Cancun

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Cancun, with its endless clear and transparent Caribbean Sea and luxurious resorts, is one of the preferred honeymoon destinations for engaged couples due to its exotic scenery and romantic atmosphere. Especially, Cancun is an ideal place to gain unique experiences by snorkeling to see coral reefs and sea turtles. Above all, the reason for its popularity is that visitors can explore mysterious ancient Mayan ruins such as Chichen Itza. Chichen Itza, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, is an ancient city located on green plains amid dense jungles, showcasing the Mayans' outstanding architecture and astronomical skills.

However, recently, the security situation in Cancun has deteriorated, requiring caution. The Mexican government has deployed over 8,000 military personnel to major tourist areas including Cancun beaches. This measure appears to be aimed at enhancing tourist safety following a violent incident that resulted in at least eight casualties in major Mexican resorts such as Cancun and Acapulco.

United States Hawaii

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Known as the "best paradise on earth," Hawaii offers mild weather year-round along with dazzlingly beautiful ocean views. Hawaii is a perfect resort destination as well as a paradise for water sports, trekking, and shopping.

Hawaii consists of eight large islands including the Big Island, Maui, Molokai, Lanai, and Kauai, formed by volcanic activity, along with over 100 smaller islands. Particularly, Oahu Island, located in the northern part of the Hawaiian Islands, is the third largest island and home to over 75% of Hawaii's population. When people commonly refer to "Hawaii," they usually mean Oahu Island. This island gathers many of Hawaii's famous attractions and tourist spots, offering beautiful and grand natural landscapes such as beaches and volcanoes.

Maldives

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The Maldives is a popular tourist destination due to its emerald seas and beautiful natural scenery. Its safety and good security make it even more attractive for visitors. In particular, the Maldives features luxury resorts alongside diverse natural landscapes, making it perfect not only for couples but also for families seeking a cozy vacation.

Moreover, the Maldives has preserved its nature without damage, allowing visitors to enjoy exotic scenery not found in urban areas. The consistent water depth also enables safe participation in various marine sports.

Flight searches for Bali increased 8-fold... Phuket 6-fold

According to the hotel search platform HotelsCombined, analysis of round-trip economy airfare search volume data for two people (April 1 to May 31) shows that the search volume for popular honeymoon destinations has significantly increased compared to the previous year.

Flight searches for Indonesia's 'Bali' increased approximately 8 times compared to the previous year, while Thailand's 'Phuket' saw about a 6-fold increase.

Additionally, Mexico's 'Cancun' and the United States' 'Hawaii' experienced increases of about 72% and 24%, respectively, compared to 2022. Although the Maldives saw a decrease of about 16% compared to the previous year, it still attracted considerable interest.

In Europe, which is regaining attention due to a surge in overseas travelers, the most searched destinations were △France's 'Paris' △Italy's 'Rome' △Spain's 'Barcelona' △United Kingdom's 'London' △Switzerland's 'Zurich.'

The total airfare search volume for these five locations increased about 4 times compared to the previous year, with 'Rome' showing the largest increase at 6 times.

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