Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards 2026: Galle ranks 5th among World’s Top Honeymoon Destinations for 2026
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- January 19, 2026
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Sri Lanka has secured a place among the world’s leading honeymoon destinations, with Galle ranked fifth in Tripadvisor’s 2026 Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Honeymoon Destinations list.
Tripadvisor has released its list of the world’s top 10 honeymoon destinations—and what makes it stand out is that it’s driven by real traveler reviews. The “2026 Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Destinations,” including the best honeymoon spots on the planet. These rankings are determined by the quality and quantity of reviews in each award category gathered over a one-year time span.
From gorgeous beach backdrops to dreamy wine-country escapes, these are the honeymoon destinations newlyweds can’t stop swooning over.
Here are Tripadvisor’s top 10 honeymoon destinations for 2026, ranked by real traveler reviews.
The top 10 honeymoon destinations for 2026 were listed as Bali, Mauritius, Maldives, St. Lucia, Galle, Hue in Vietnam, Napa Valley in the United States, Positano in Italy, Watamu in Kenya and Antigua.
Travelers have praised Galle for its combination of golden beaches, colonial-era heritage, coastal charm and access to nature and wildlife experiences. The city’s historic fort, boutique hotels and relaxed seaside setting were cited as key attractions for honeymooners.
Sri Lanka’s wider tourism offerings, including wildlife safaris, tea plantations, ancient temples and iconic landmarks such as the Sigiriya rock fortress, were also noted as adding depth to the country’s appeal as a honeymoon destination.



