Florida Spot Named the No. 1 Honeymoon Destination in America

Author Anne Erickson

June 14th, 2023 2:36 PM

Summer is often referred to as wedding season. With weddings come honeymoons. So, what are the best honeymoon destinations in the U.S.? As it turns out, one Florida spot made the cut. It’s even the No. 1 honeymoon destination in America.

Worldwidehoneymoon.com has put together a list of the the best honeymoon destinations in America. “Planning the honeymoon is easily one of the most exciting and fun parts of wedding planning in general,” they exclaim in the story. “As no two honeymoon spots in the USA, or honeymooners for that matter, are alike, we’re breaking the list down even further into categories that best fit your needs including best beach destinations, cities, national parks, and truly beautiful destinations you can’t miss.”

Best Honeymoon Destination:

So, what’s the No. 1 honeymoon destination in America? It’s Key West, Florida. “If you’re looking for beautiful clearwater beaches and Caribbean vibes, then Key West is your answer for a gorgeous US honeymoon spot,” Worldwidehoneymoon.com states. “Beaches that you’ll want to visit during your time in Key West include the lovely Smathers Beach with almost 2 miles of white sand, Clarence S. Higgs Memorial Beach Park where you’ll find plenty of opportunities for water sports, and Fort Zachary Taylor Beach, which is part of a state park and the beach is great for snorkeling or diving!”

If you’re curious, No. 2 is Kauai, Hawaii. Of that spot, the outlet states, “Known as the “Garden Isle,” Kauai is well known for its stunning mountains, jaw-droppingly beautiful beaches, and adventurous hikes! If you are a couple that enjoys a bit of relaxation as well as exciting experiences, then Kauai is the place for you!” Find the full list of the best honeymoon destinations in the US here.

5 Florida Beaches Named the Best 'Secret Beaches' in America

• Shell Key Preserve

  Shell Key Preserve, Florida is ranked No. 2 on the list. That’s amazing! What makes it stand out? According to Family Destinations Guide, “The beach is unspoiled and natural, with no development or buildings, offering a peaceful and serene atmosphere.”

  Shell Key Preserve

  Shell Key Preserve is a jewel-in-the-rough that few people take the time to experience. A 1,828-acre archipelago at the mouth of Tampa Bay off Florida's Gulf Coast, Shell Key Preserve is frequented primarily by birds and other wildlife. For people to get there, they must take a boat to Shell Key, the biggest piece of dry land in the preserve.

• Lovers Key State Park

  Lovers Key State Park is ranked No. 6 on the list. According to the official Florida State Parks website, the park “protects some of the most pristine barrier islands in Southwest Florida.” It also features “over two miles of sugar-sand beaches.”

  Lovers Key State Park

  Once a collection of secluded barrier islands reachable only by boat, Lovers Key, in recent years, has become a romantic destination for spectacular, beachside weddings.

• Dry Tortugas National Park

  Dry Tortugas National Park is ranked No. 9 on the list. According to the park’s official website, “This 100-square mile park is mostly open water with seven small islands.” It’s also accessible only by boat or seaplane.

  Dry Tortugas National Park (U.S. National Park Service)

  Almost 70 miles (113 km) west of Key West lies the remote Dry Tortugas National Park. This 100-square mile park is mostly open water with seven small islands. Accessible only by boat or seaplane, the park is known the world over as the home of magnificent Fort Jefferson, picturesque blue waters, superlative coral reefs and marine life, and the vast assortment of bird life that frequents the area.

• Boneyard Beach

  Boneyard Beach is ranked No. 10 on the list. According to the Florida State Parks website, it “is a favorite Jacksonville retreat and close-kept secret.” It also offers three miles of shoreline along the Nassau Sound.

  Boneyard Beach

  Escape the hustle of the city shore and explore a wilder side of Jacksonville at a one-of-a-kind beach at Big Talbot Island State Park.

• Navarre Beach

  Navarre Beach is ranked No. 13 on the list. According to the Visit Florida website, “Navarre, a compact beach community found just east of Pensacola at the far northwestern tip of the state, beckons with 12 miles of pristine white shoreline.”

  Navarre Florida - Vacation Guide & Attractions in Navarre FL

  Nestled between Gulf Islands National Seashore and Navarre Beach County Park, the beach community of Navarre offers solitude and simplicity. Relaxation is the main attraction here.

• Source

  This study comes from the Family Destination Guide. They surveyed 3,000 families in the United States to find the hidden beaches they most want to visit in summer 2023. Find the full list here.

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