U.S. Honeymoon Travelers May Be Sticking Closer to Home
Photo Credit: A couple goes sightseeing. A new study suggests couples are more interested in pursuing active experiences during their honeymoon trips than they were in previous years. Westin Hotels & Resorts
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Actually, these results aren't all that surprising when you think of them in the bigger scheme of things. Today's honeymooners, many of whom are Millennials, are traveling with the same Millennial mindset we've been seeing across all types of travelers, regardless of whether they're traveling for business, leisure, or a special occasion like a honeymoon.
Today's typical honeymoon won't have couples flocking to far-flung regions like Europe, lingering by the pool all day, or ditching their wedding diets altogether. Instead, North American honeymooners are choosing to travel closer to home, be more active on the road, and are trying to do more with their already limited vacation time.
At least that's what a new survey conducted by StudyLogic at the request of Westin Hotels & Resorts suggests. In April, StudyLogic conducted phone interviews with 4,060 non-single respondents with household incomes of $50,000-$500,000, spread out evenly from the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, asking them about their honeymoon travel experiences.
"Statistically, people are getting married later in life and, more often, have the flexibility to travel as a couple before the 'big day,' so what couples are looking for in a honeymoon has changed dramatically — from travel dates and ideal destinations to their desire to keep their wellness routine intact,"
