Familymoon Holidays - Luxury Family Honeymoons Designed Differently
"In life, it's not where you go, it's who you travel with" - Charles Schulz
Tailor-Made Familymoon Holidays from the UK
A familymoon is the perfect way to begin married life - combining a honeymoon with a memorable holiday for your children.
At Rockhopper Holidays, we design tailor-made familymoon holidays, balancing relaxation, celebration and meaningful time together as a family.
Whether you are travelling with young children, teenagers or planning a multi-generational trip, we create seamless, well-paced itineraries that allow you to enjoy the moment - without the stress of planning something this important yourself.
From the beaches of the Indian Ocean to multi-centre adventures across Asia, every familymoon we design is built around your family.
Planning a familymoon and not sure where to start?
👉 Start planning your familymoon holiday
What is a Familymoon?
A familymoon is a honeymoon that includes your children.
For many couples, especially those with children already, it’s a chance to celebrate your marriage in a way that reflects your life now - together as a family.
But planning a familymoon is very different to planning a traditional honeymoon.
You’re balancing:
- Locations that feel special and memorable
- Accommodation that works for both adults and children
- Travel that is smooth and manageable
- Experiences that feel meaningful, not just convenient
Getting that balance right is what turns a trip from “nice” into something you’ll always remember.
Planning a familymoon can feel more complex than a traditional honeymoon, particularly when you’re balancing different ages, expectations and travel styles.
👉 Read our guide: How to Plan a Honeymoon That Includes Children
Why Familymoons Need Careful Planning
Familymoons are often more complex than they first appear.
You’re not just choosing a hotel - you’re designing an experience that works for everyone.
That might include:
- Resorts with family-friendly villa options or interconnecting rooms
- Safe beaches and calm swimming conditions
- Kids’ clubs or activities (when you want downtime)
- Experiences you can enjoy together as a family
- Smooth transfers and minimal travel fatigue
A well-designed familymoon avoids common pitfalls like:
- Overly long travel days
- Resorts that look great online but don’t work for families
- Trying to fit too much in
- Or choosing somewhere that feels like a compromise
Recently, I worked with a couple planning a familymoon to the Maldives. They’d spent weeks looking at resorts online but couldn’t work out which ones would work for them, within their budget.
We narrowed it down quickly and found an over-water villa with proper safety features for their youngest, excellent snorkelling and everything included - exactly what they had in mind, just without the overwhelm.
If you’re in that position- that’s completely normal.
👉 Book a call and we’ll help you narrow it down quickly
Best Destinations for Familymoon Holidays
Indian Ocean Familymoons
- Maldives – overwater villas, incredible snorkelling, calm lagoons
- Mauritius – beaches, culture and activities for all ages
- Seychelles – nature, quiet beaches and island hopping
Perfect for families wanting relaxation with a sense of occasion.
👉 Explore Family Holidays to the Indian Ocean
Not sure which Indian Ocean Island is best for your family? One of the most common questions we get asked is whether to choose the Maldives, mauritius or the Seychelles.
Each offers something very different depending on your children's ages, the type of experience you want and how you like to travel.
👉 Read our guide: Which Indian Ocean Island is Best for Families?
Asia Familymoons
- Thailand – beaches, culture and easy travel
- Malaysia – rainforest, islands and vibrant cities
- Japan – unique experiences and unforgettable multi-centre trips
Ideal for families who want something more immersive and varied.
👉 Explore Family Holidays to Asia
Multi-Centre Familymoon Itineraries
Combining destinations can create something truly special.
For example:
- Beach + culture
- City + island
- Safari + coast
This is where thoughtful planning makes the biggest difference.
Not sure which destination is right for your family?
👉 Get personalised recommendations based on your plans
Our Approach to Planning Familymoon Holidays
We don’t offer off-the-shelf packages.
Every familymoon we design is tailored around:
- Your children’s ages and interests
- Your travel experience and confidence
- The level of comfort and detail you expect
- The kind of memories you want to create
We take care of:
- Flights and seat requests (where possible)
- Private transfers and logistics
- Carefully selected accommodation
- Experiences and activities
- Pre-departure support and advice
- Support while you are travelling
So everything feels seamless from start to finish.
If you want this handled properly from the start, we can take care of everything.
👉 Start planning your tailor-made familymoon
Why Book Your Familymoon with Rockhopper Holidays
- Independent access to 400+ trusted suppliers
- Tailor-made holidays designed specifically for families
- Honest, experience-led recommendations
- One point of contact from planning to return
- Protected bookings through trusted UK travel partners
Most importantly, we help you get it right first time - saving hours of research and avoiding costly mistakes.
Start Planning Your Familymoon
If you’re starting to think about your familymoon, the best place to begin is with a conversation.
We’ll help you:
- Narrow down the right destinations
- Avoid overwhelm
- And design a trip that genuinely works for your family
👉 Start Planning Your Familymoon Holiday
Familymoon Holidays – FAQs
What is the best destination for a familymoon?
The best destination depends on your children’s ages and the type of trip you want. The Maldives and Mauritius are ideal for relaxed beach holidays, while destinations like Thailand or Japan offer more variety and experiences.
Are familymoons suitable for young children?
Yes - but choosing the right resort and keeping travel simple is key. We focus on destinations with easy logistics and family-friendly accommodation.
Can you combine a honeymoon and family holiday?
Absolutely. A familymoon is designed to give you both - meaningful couple time and shared family experiences.
When should we book a familymoon?
Ideally 6–12 months in advance, especially for peak travel periods and the best family-friendly resorts.
