Planning a babymoon: safe, relaxing trips before the baby arrives

By the Nexara Holidays travel desk · 2 min read

A babymoon is a relaxing trip for parents-to-be before the baby arrives. The goal is rest, comfort and time together, with safety first.

Always consult your doctor before planning travel during pregnancy.

When to travel

Many doctors consider the second trimester (roughly weeks 14 to 27) the most comfortable time to travel, after early-pregnancy nausea and before late-pregnancy discomfort. Airlines have rules about flying in later pregnancy, often requiring a doctor's certificate after a certain week; check with your airline.

Choosing a destination

Look for:

• short flights or drives
• good hospitals nearby
• no altitude or extreme heat
• no current health advisories, such as mosquito-borne diseases of concern in pregnancy
• comfortable hotels with good food

Ideas

• In India: Kovalam or Kumarakom in Kerala, Coorg's coffee estates, Pondicherry or a quiet South Goa resort.
• Abroad: Singapore, Mauritius, Sri Lanka's south coast or the Maldives (check travel times and medical access).

What to avoid

• High-altitude destinations such as Ladakh and Spiti.
• Strenuous treks and adventure activities.
• Long road journeys on winding roads.
• Scuba diving.
• Destinations with health risks highlighted by your doctor.

Comfort tips

• Choose hotels with good beds, pools and spas offering pregnancy-safe treatments.
• Plan a slow pace with lots of rest.
• Request aisle seats on flights and move around regularly.
• Carry your medical records and doctor's contact.

Insurance

Check that your travel insurance covers pregnancy-related care.

See Couples' holidays for relaxed itineraries.