With Valentine’s Day upon us, love is certainly in the air. The inevitable onslaught of engagements that’s about to come couldn’t happen at a better time, as
an emerging trend in travel is taking over where couples are opting to take their honeymoons with their friends. Dubbed the “buddymoon,” this modern twist sees couples inviting friends or family along for their post-wedding vacay. And while it may sound a little too close to comfort for some, the rise in popularity actually makes a whole lot of sense.
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Americans are delaying (or putting off altogether) getting married for longer than before. With many couples already living and traveling together by the time they tie the knot, the novelty of a two-person honeymoon may not carry the same cachet. We spoke to a travel expert on
how to plan the perfect buddymoon, and you can read all about it here.
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