One of the most exciting aspects of wedding planning is booking that all important honeymoon. The first holiday together as a married couple is such an exciting experience and the perfect way to let your hair down after the stress of planning a wedding. The world is a big place and boasts some amazing destinations so pinpointing exactly where you want to go and how you want to spend your time can seem a daunting experience. So with this in mind, we have carefully selected our top picks, broken down by style of holiday.

1) Perfect for sun worshippers: Mexico

If you can hear miles of uninterrupted golden sands laiden with wooden parasols and cocktails on call crying out, a trip to Mexico is essential. Mexico’s capital, Cancun is a popular choice with honeymooners but don’t let that put you off. The attention from staff is first class, all of whom will go out of their way to ensure your holiday is everything you have dreamed of. With a wide variety of top hotels, gorgeous beaches and historic elements such as the Mayan ruins, the laid back attitude of the Mexicans are sure to rub off on you for a truly relaxing experience. This is where I recently went on honeymoon and we stayed at the incredible Hard Rock Hotel in Cancun!

2) Best for adrenalin junkies: Boa Boa, French Polynesia

It’s what honeymoon fantasies are made off! Picture crystal clear waters, a coral reef brimming with colourful fish, not forgetting idyllic guest bungalows perched over the water on stilts! What’s not to love?! With an abundance of scuba diving opportunities, this perfect paradise is ideal for couples who love a combination of luxury and adventure.

3) Ideal for all rounders: Cape Town, South Africa

If you want it all, Cape Town has you covered! Picturesque beaches, the buzz of city life, access to some of world’s best wines, not to mention safaris, it offers the perfect mix! Make sure you take a trip to Boulders Beach to visit the famed colony of warm-weather penguins.

4) Fab for foodies: Thailand

Thai cooking is world renowned so where better to experience it than cooked by the professionals themselves. Enjoy amazing food daily and don’t forget to check out a few cooking classes to bring home some tips!

5) Most romantic: Venice, Italy

Italy sets the bar when it comes to romance and remains a popular choice with newlyweds. Take a gondola ride through the Grand Canal, enjoy a leisurely stroll through Piazza San Marco to experience the true mass of the domes of the Basilica di San Marco or get away from the hustle and bustle of it all with a dreamy boat ride to one of the picture perfect islands nearby.

6) Dreaming of a staycation: Galgorm Resort & Spa

If the thought of travelling just doesn’t tickle your fancy, it’s okay! Thankfully the island of Ireland boasts some pretty cool hidden gems of its own, one in particular Galgorm Resort & Spa. This hotel hasn’t earned five star status for no reason! With gushing waterfalls, luxurious rooms and an amazing spa with outdoor jacuzzi, what’s not to love!?

7) City break seekers: London

If you long for an action packed holiday full of bustling night life, plenty of shopping, national museums and sensational shows, London is perfect! Don’t forget to take in the city’s many sites such as Tower of London, The London Eye and Buckingham Palace and it you’re seeking a little romance, enjoy a candlelit dinner for two at Clos Maggiore, which is often hailed as London’s most romantic restaurant.

8) Culture cravers: Cuba

If you fancy jetting off and surrounding yourself in a completely new culture, make Cuba your first port of call. Time worn but magnificent, step back in time and prepare to be amazed in Havana! From vintage Cadillacs, to candy coloured shop fronts, the fun and friendly vibes of this city will remain in your heart forever.

9) Sports lovers: Zermatt, Switzerland

If the thought of sitting idle for hours on end drives you stir crazy and you seek the thrill of the slopes, Zermatt, Switzerland is calling. This mountain village is unique in that it contains no cars in order to promote a peaceful, clean environment. Soak up the quaint sights of cobblestone paths as you make your way through this magnificent town.

10) Most exotic: Maldives

You’ve worked hard to plan your wedding so why not go all out on a once in a lifetime holiday and head to the truly exotic Maldives. This secluded Indian Ocean archipelago offers honeymooners white sand beaches, crystal clear waters and intimate resorts. If you really want to make it a honeymoon to remember, check out Niyama Maldives which has everything you could imagine, such as an underwater nightclub and a restaurant obtainable only by boat.