Can Muslims go on a honeymoon abroad?
Yes, Muslims can go on a honeymoon abroad. There is nothing in Islam against a newly married couple traveling to relax and enjoy time together. The honeymoon itself is halal; what matters is keeping it free of haram, such as alcohol-centred resorts or immodest beaches, and keeping up your prayers.
Enjoying your spouse is part of the deen
Marriage in Islam is meant to bring comfort, love and joy. Spending time alone together after the wedding helps build that bond. The Prophet ﷺ said that this world is a provision, and the best provision of this world is a righteous wife (Sahih Muslim 1467). Taking a trip to celebrate your marriage fits this spirit well.
Choosing a destination
- Muslim-friendly places such as Turkey, Malaysia, Indonesia, Morocco or the Maldives make halal food and prayer easy. See Which countries are Muslim-friendly for travel?
- Non-Muslim countries are fine too, as long as you can practise your faith there.
- Halal-friendly resorts and villas with private pools, no alcohol and halal food are increasingly popular. See What is halal travel?
Things to watch out for
- Alcohol and nightlife. Many honeymoon packages include champagne or bar credit. Ask to swap them for something else.
- Modesty in public. Romantic doesn't have to mean public. Keep intimacy for your private space, and choose private beaches or pools for swimming. See Can Muslims stay in a hotel that serves alcohol?
- Prayer. Use the traveler's concessions to shorten and combine prayers if you qualify, and pray together when you can.
- Spending. Avoid going into interest-based debt for a luxury trip. A simple trip without riba is far better than an expensive one with it.
A good start to married life
Many couples make their honeymoon spiritual as well as fun, for example by visiting a historic mosque together, or even doing Umrah. Whatever you choose, starting your marriage with gratitude to Allah is a blessing for the years ahead.
- A honeymoon abroad is allowed and can strengthen your marriage.
- Choose destinations and hotels where you can avoid haram easily.
- Keep public modesty and private intimacy.
- Don't take interest-based debt to pay for it.
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