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Who says a honeymoon is only good if you go out of the country? Now, I am a traveling kind of girl and do enjoy stamping my passport quite frequently,…

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Charleston, South Carolina, USA at the historic homes on The Battery.

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Who says a honeymoon is only good if you go out of the country? Now, I am a traveling kind of girl and do enjoy stamping my passport quite frequently, but that's not all there is out there. The United States is home to some amazing places to travel to for a honeymoon destination.

From beaches to mountains to islands to big cities, the United States offers a wide range of spots that you could visit. With so much to do and to see, why worry about stamping your passport for your honeymoon? Why not enjoy what your backyard has to offer? Travel U.S. News is showing some of the best honeymoon destinations right here in the U.S. Matter of fact, South Carolina is home to one of the top 5 spots to honeymoon too. You can probably guess what city it is, but it's never wrong to double-check. So, we brought them right here for you. Check out the top 5 U.S. honeymoon destinations below! If you're looking to see the full list of the top 21 best honeymoon destinations in the U.S., then click here.

1. Kauai

Now, if you were not already thinking Hawaii would be pretty high up on the list then I don't know what to tell you. Coming in at #1 is the Hawaii island of Kauai. Hawaii is absolutely one of my must visit cities for sure! It looks absolutely stunning. You and your significant other could enjoy the island and all it has to offer. Visit their state park, soak up the sun on the beach, go zip lining, and MORE! Sounds like an amazing honeymoon to me already.

2. Maui

If you don't want to go to one island, then how about the other? Coming in at #2 on the list is Maui in Hawaii. The tropical scenery and sandy beaches are the perfect honeymoon getaway for the warm embracers. You can go hiking through national parks, eat great local food, catch a tan at the beach, ride a helicopter, and so much more when you're visiting Maui.

3. Big Sur

Still another beachy, tropical-ish destination on the list. Big Sur in California is coming in at #3 on the list. The cliffs, water views, and secluded vibe makes this one of the best honeymoon destinations for you and your spouse. While enjoying Big Sur, you also might get to see some wildlife animals that you have never seen before. The peaceful, tranquil, and beautiful destination is the perfect balance to enjoy after a crazy, fun wedding experience.

4. Charleston, South Carolina

If you guessed Charleston as the South Carolina destination then... *ding, ding, ding* you are CORRECT! Of course Charleston is the South Carolina destination perfect for a honeymoon. You have so much to do and enjoy with your partner while your in the Lowcountry. Great seafood, historic tours, shopping, the beach, dessert shops, and so much more that you could enjoy. Even when you book where you're staying, you might want to stay a cute, boutique hotel or a nice cottage near the water. The Lowcountry has so much for you to do and enjoy no matter what time of the year you're going!

5. Hawaii - The Big Island

It's kind of crazy, but also not shocking, Hawaii is dominating the list of best honeymoon destinations in the U.S. Here we are now hopping to the Big Island, Hawaii. The Big Island offers more geographic diversity, volcanic craters, state parks, and visit the highest point in the city.

Randi Moultrie is a Charleston, South Carolina native and has been in the radio industry for the last few years in Charlotte. Randi started with Beasley Media Group as an intern in 2019 and is now thriving in the digital world. Randi enjoys writing about her favorite foods (especially pizza) and all things fashion and travel. As one who loves taking trips to find new foods, it’s not surprising that she enjoys writing about both!