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If you’re dreaming of escaping to paradise with your loved one, but don’t have the time or budget for a long-haul honeymoon, our wellness minimoons offer the perfect solution, with a selection of romantic nearby European breaks to celebrate the beginning of your happily-ever-after. From a short break skiing in the Swiss Alps, to a few days soaking up the sun on a Greek island, these romantic getaways are just a quick flight away and are still capable of giving you the healthy honeymoon you always dreamed of.

Whether you’re looking for a luxury spa escape, a beach wellness break or an active get away, our top 5 wellness honeymoon destinations for minimoons in Europe have something for everyone.

Portugal: Palacio Estoril

This luxury Banyan Tree Spa is perfect for the happy couple to enjoy and relax with a spa treatment or two and relax in the sauna and Jacuzzi. Treat yourselves to a programme, whether it is a spa minimoon or a healthy honeymoon you both can enjoy together. Whichever you both decide, you will be sure that you both will be relaxed and happy by the pool and having a short walk down the beach, or even enjoying a round of golf.  

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Italy: Lefay

Located on the magical Lake Garda in Italy, this luxury minimoon getaway, perfect for a healthy break, is regarded as one of the most beautiful destinations in Europe. Embrace wellness on your healthy honeymoon and begin married life boosting your fitness levels and improving your well-being with an extensive list of fitness activities at this idyllic minimoon destination. Choose from a range of outdoor fitness workouts and personal fitness training, including total body sculpt and yoga. Create your own couples workout as you reach your health and fitness goals together at this luxury health retreat.

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UK: Grantley Hall

Don't want to go too far and want a minimoon break? This UK luxury break will in North Yorkshire at the stunning Grantley Hall dating back to the 17th Century. Relax with the extravagant cuisine, spa and accommodation that this hotel has to offer. Don't forget to relax in the spa and take activities in and visit the gym, something that you both can enjoy. Indulge in a yummy unique afternoon tea experience and listen to the grand piano tones that are calming and traditional. This minimoon will be sure to take you miles away from reality and back in time in this historical hotel and it's relaxing feeling for you both to unwind and spend time together. 

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Greece: Porto Elounda

For newlyweds dreaming of combining romantic beach walks and relaxing in the sun, with luxury spa treatments and active fitness, Porto Elounda is the perfect destination for an unforgettable beach wellness honeymoon. Spend your minimoon rejuvenating after your big day with holistic therapies and luxury spa treatments, designed for you and your loved one to pamper yourselves in wellness and bring you both a true sense of inner peace. Challenge yourselves as you choose from a range of activities, from circuit training to core workouts and Pilates to guided meditation. Finish your wellness minimoon with reflexology, to improve your well-being and return home a healthy, strong and happy couple.

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Cyprus: Ayii Anargyri

Experience this heavenly destination for yourselves and enjoy quality minimoon time together, spent in the quiet and calm atmosphere of Ayii Anargyri in Cyprus. The perfect choice for a luxury spa honeymoon, spend your healthy honeymoon embracing the ideal of overall wellness and treat your bodies with the indulgent spa therapies they deserve as you unwind side-by-side with sulphur mud therapy and Vichy showers. Go the extra mile on wedding recovery at this wellness retreat with detox treatments and natural healing therapies, before taking five with a dip in the pool or exploring the surrounding scenic attractions on a romantic stroll.

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Talk to one of our Travel Specialists on  or contact us here to discuss tailor-making your perfect Healthy Honeymoon.

With same-sex marriage recently legalized in the UK, and with simultaneous victories around the world, gay couples everywhere are tying the knot, and with more weddings, come more healthy honeymoons.

Begin your happily ever after on one of our luxury Healthy Honeymoons™, from beach wellness to cultural & wellness honeymoons; and luxury spa to activity honeymoons. Take a look at our useful infographic for interesting facts and figures; inspiration for where to go, and exciting Healthy Honeymoon™ ideas. Get in touch with one of our travel specialists to tailor-make your dream romantic escape.

For all newlyweds who want more than a fly-and-flop honeymoon, today we launch our new worldwide collection Healthy Honeymoons™, the first of their kind in an evolving travel industry. Whilst 99% of couples who choose a traditional wedding take a honeymoon, only 1 in 4 go on their dream honeymoon , with an emerging trend towards more experiential honeymoons for pursuing richer cultural experiences. From activity adventures in Asia to wellness spa retreats in the Caribbean; our Healthy Honeymoons will revolutionise the way couples begin their happily-ever-after.

Looking for a unique healthy honeymoon which will allow you to experience multiple destinations and a variety of exciting activities? Be inspired with our range of twin and multi centre holidays for an unforgettable healthy honeymoon.

Your honeymoon should be one of the most memorable holidays of your life. Make it an unforgettable experience by escaping to an idyllic destination and unwinding at one of our wellness and spa retreats for the dream healthy honeymoon.

For most newlyweds, the word ‘honeymoon’ is connected to visions of sipping a cocktail, whilst lazing about on a remote paradise beach. As alluring as this image is to many, the idea of being so sedentary on holiday is not always appealing to every couple.

Enrich your mind, body and soul and make your healthy honeymoon unforgettable by flying off on a harmonising yoga & Pilates honeymoon. Increase your fitness, flexibility, health and general well-being on these unique honeymoon escapes, and return home feeling completely re-energised.

Are you looking for a unique honeymoon which will leave you and your newlywed feeling revived, fit and healthy? Start married life with wellness and happiness by trying something different and jetting off on a healthy honeymoon.

The tranquil and idyllic nature of our beach wellness honeymoons is what makes them a forever favourite amongst newlyweds. Opt for something a little different by incorporating elements of health and well-being, for a truly unforgettable healthy honeymoon.