Celebrate Your Love: The Best Anniversary Trip Destinations for Every Milestone

Life rarely slows down on its own. Between careers, family, and calendars that are constantly booked, it’s easy to lose those unhurried moments with your significant other. 

We understand—our clients come to us needing a break from the real world to spend one-on-one time with their spouse, explore the world, and unwind.

An anniversary trip is your chance to pause, toast to what you’ve built, and step away from the everyday—just the two of you.

After more than a decade of planning milestone journeys for couples, these are the best anniversary trip destinations we return to time and again—places that feel as meaningful as the moment you’re celebrating. Inspired by traditional anniversary gifts, here’s how to mark each chapter of your marriage with travel that feels worthy of the occasion.

*Keep in mind that these are just suggestions. We are more than happy to work with you to research and plan the perfect anniversary trip for you and your spouse.

Traditional Anniversary Gifts By Year

Every milestone year is assigned a material or theme to symbolize the growth and depth of your relationship over time. 

Your first anniversary is new and exciting, yet still fragile, as you merge your lives for the first time. 

Alternatively, your sixtieth anniversary has stood the test of time and is a precious thing to celebrate.

If you’re already feeling a little overwhelmed about picking a vacation destination, our ideas are inspired by the traditional anniversary gifts by year. 

top anniversary gifts by year

Top 1-Year Anniversary Celebration Trips

Your first anniversary is new, exciting, and still taking shape—much like a blank page. Paper symbolizes the delicate beauty of something just beginning. It can last a lifetime and is full of opportunity (like a blank page) if cared for properly.

Some of the best anniversary trip destinations for year one are:

  • Paris, France: A classic romantic trip for couples. Sip champagne at a sidewalk café, wander hand-in-hand through the Luxembourg Gardens, and end the evening with a private Seine River cruise under glittering lights.

  • Kyoto, Japan: Fold delicate origami love notes together in a serene Kyoto garden, then learn the art of Japanese calligraphy side by side in a centuries-old studio—leaving with keepsakes as beautiful as your memories.

  • New York City, USA: Catch a Broadway matinee in a velvet-lined theater, browse rare first editions in a cozy corner of The Strand, and soak up the buzz of the city with a twilight stroll through Times Square, hand in hand.

The Best 5-Year Anniversary Vacation Ideas

Five years bring strength and steady roots. Wood reflects a marriage that’s weathered its share of seasons and grown stronger for it. It symbolizes strength, deep roots, and a solid foundation. 

Consider one of these vacation destinations for your fifth anniversary:

  • Banff, Alberta, Canada: Wake up in a timber-framed lodge with panoramic mountain views, paddle across the turquoise waters of Lake Louise, and end the day wrapped in a blanket by the fire, watching alpenglow fade over the Rockies.

  • Asheville, North Carolina, USA: Sip local cider on the porch of your mountaintop cabin, hike hand in hand through rhododendron-lined trails on the Blue Ridge Parkway, and explore downtown galleries bursting with color and creativity.

  • Sweden Lapland: Snuggle up in a glass-roofed cabin under a blanket of stars, race across frozen landscapes on a husky sled, and end your night watching the northern lights dance above snow-dusted pines.

Romantic 10-Year Anniversary Trips

Tin signifies resilience, flexibility, and preservation, just like a decade-long marriage. Your relationship has been tested and bent under pressure, but not broken.

These are a few of the best anniversary trip destinations to celebrate this milestone:

  • Buenos Aires, Argentina: Tango beneath the stars in a candlelit courtyard, explore the faded grandeur of San Telmo’s cobblestone streets, and toast your love with Malbec in a tucked-away parilla.

  • London, UK: Share finger sandwiches and scones in a gilded afternoon tea room, stroll past centuries of history along the Thames, and cozy up in a candlelit pub with a pint.

  • Dubai, UAE: Ride to the top of the Burj Khalifa for sunset views over a city of shimmering skyscrapers, drift across golden dunes in a private 4x4, and dine under the stars in the heart of the desert.

dubai tallest building in the world

Adventurous 15-Year Anniversary Trip Ideas

Fifteen years brings clarity of shared dreams, values, and the beauty of the life you’ve built together. Crystal sparkles with that refined sense of love.

Travel to one of these locations to celebrate your 15-year anniversary:

  • Lake Bled, Slovenia: Row across crystal clear waters to a storybook island chapel, share a slice of Bled cream cake with lake views, and wander the walls of a hilltop castle.

  • Prague, Czech Republic: Clink crystal glasses over candlelight in a gothic cellar restaurant, tour centuries-old glassworks where Bohemian crystal still gleams with artistry, and lose yourselves in the romance of cobbled streets and spired rooftops.

  • Vienna, Austria: Glide across marble floors in a ballroom, admire chandeliers glittering above a classical concert, and spend slow mornings in elegant cafés.

Exciting 20-Year Anniversary Vacations

As the house grows quieter, it's time to rediscover who you are individually and as a lifelong partner. Two decades marks a bond that’s cherished and deeply respected. You’ve built a partnership that endures, just like China, the material representing your 20th anniversary.

Here are some of the best anniversary trip destinations to consider to celebrate your 20th anniversary:

  • Beijing, China: Explore ancient history and modern flair. Take home actual fine china or porcelain.

  • Tokyo, Japan: Traditional tea ceremonies, minimalist design, and fine pottery offer a modern interpretation of china.

  • Limoges, France: Limoges is known for the world’s finest porcelain. A romantic stay in the French countryside with artisan tours adds rich cultural value.

Le Bristol Paris

Momentous 25-Year Anniversary Celebration

Celebrate the legacy you built together. Your silver anniversary shines with wisdom and devotion—a love that’s steadfast and luminous. You are a shining example of love that has stood the test of time.

The best anniversary trip destinations for year 25 combine relaxation, romance, and adventure. Here are some ideas:

  • Santorini, Greece: Watch the sun melt into the Aegean from a cliffside terrace, wander narrow paths between whitewashed walls and silver-blue domes, and savor slow evenings over fresh seafood and sweeping sea views.

  • Iceland: Stand in awe beneath thunderous silver waterfalls, soak together in steamy geothermal pools, and chase the Northern Lights across a stark, moonlit landscape that feels like another world.

  • San Miguel de Allende, Mexico: Stroll cobblestone streets lined with vibrant colonial facades, browse silver artisan markets for a piece to remember this anniversary, and sip café con leche in a leafy plaza as church bells echo through the city.

Intimate 30th Anniversary Trips

Like a pearl, this milestone reflects beauty formed layer by layer over time. Life’s pressure and perseverance have shaped its beauty.

Celebrate this anniversary at one of these incredible locations:

  • Tahiti: Sail across tranquil lagoons to visit a black pearl farm, share quiet mornings in an overwater bungalow, and spend sun-drenched days savoring the rhythm of island life.

  • Toba, Japan: Wander through the serene beauty of Mikimoto Pearl Island, learn the delicate craft of pearl cultivation, and explore coastal shrines and seaside trails where history and nature shine in harmony.

  • Broome, Australia: Embark on a pearl diving adventure along the Indian Ocean, walk barefoot along Cable Beach at sunset, and soak up the untamed romance of Australia’s wild and wondrous west coast.

tokyo skyline

Charming 40th Anniversary Destinations

At your 40th anniversary, you’re celebrating decades of shared purpose and a wonderful life together. Four decades call for passion rekindled. Ruby burns bright—a nod to love that still sparks.

These destinations are perfect for your Ruby year:

  • Chanthaburi, Thailand: Wander through vibrant gem markets bursting with rubies and sapphires, savor spicy street food under colorful lanterns, and explore lush jungles and waterfalls that showcase the bold beauty of Thai culture.

  • Jaipur, India: Wake up in a palace draped in silk and sandstone, browse glittering gem boutiques in the bustling bazaars, and ride through the Pink City at golden hour.

  • Sedona, Arizona, USA: Hike hand in hand through glowing red rock canyons, watch the sunset paint the landscape in shades of ruby and gold, and end your day stargazing in one of the most peaceful places on Earth.

Loving 50-Year Anniversary Trip Ideas

You have left a legacy of family, memories, and wisdom. Half a century of marriage is rare and radiant—worthy of golden celebration. You have achieved a lifetime of love, commitment, and celebration.

Explore the best anniversary trip destinations for your golden year:

  • Amalfi Coast, Italy: Wind along sun-drenched cliffs with sea views at every turn, sip limoncello as golden light spills over pastel villages, and watch the sun dip into the Mediterranean from your private balcony.

  • San Francisco, CA, USA: Drive across the Golden Gate Bridge as morning fog lifts from the bay, picnic beneath redwoods in Golden Gate Park, and end your day with city lights twinkling beneath a hilltop view.

  • South Africa: Spot lions at sunrise on a golden savannah, toast your love with world-class wine in the Cape Winelands, and sleep beneath the stars in a safari lodge surrounded by the wild.

africa safari sunset

Luxury 60-Year Anniversary Destinations

Diamond reflects strength, rarity, and a love that has inspired generations. This is a rare and remarkable achievement. 

Although you may be traveling less, these are some amazing destinations to celebrate your 60th anniversary of marriage.

  • Napa Valley, California: Sip world-class wine in sunlit vineyards, savor gourmet meals crafted from local harvests, and unwind in a spa retreat nestled in the hills.

  • Victoria, British Columbia: Stroll through blooming gardens at Butchart, enjoy afternoon tea in a grand historic hotel, and spot whales cresting the harbor waters—all with the ease and grace of this coastal gem.

  • River Cruises (Europe or USA): Glide past castles, vineyards, or quaint towns aboard a luxurious river ship, where every day brings new views, expert-led excursions, and the joy of effortless travel.

The Secret to an Anniversary Trip That Feels Effortless

Whether you’re celebrating your first year together or your sixtieth, your love deserves more than a last-minute generic getaway. 

We’ll handle the details—from seamless flights to private vow renewal ceremonies—so you can focus on what matters most: celebrating each other and the beautiful life you have created.

Ready to plan a trip worthy of your anniversary milestone? Let’s start the conversation.

Allison Collier

Luxury Travel Planner, Mentor and Business Owner

https://colliertravelcollective.com
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