Modern honeymoons serve as a vital transition period between the intensity of a wedding and the routine of daily life. What's the rush? Delay the honeymoon - Cape Cod Times
: In 19th-century Britain, upper-class couples took a "bridal tour" to visit relatives who couldn't attend the wedding. The Honeymoon
: Many cultures trace the term to the fifth century, where newlyweds drank honey-mead for a full moon cycle (one month) to promote fertility. Modern honeymoons serve as a vital transition period