where would you go for a special anniversary trip?

My husband and I are about to hit our 5th wedding anniversary, and we’re honestly stumped about where to go. We’ve got three places on our list: Mallorca (with a stop in Copenhagen), Greece (Athens plus one of the islands), or Cairns, Australia to see the Great Barrier Reef. We’re both at that stage where we want a mix of relaxing on a sunny beach and soaking up a bit of culture—no more running around like we did in our twenties, but I also don’t want to just sit in a resort all week. The weather has to be warm, and I’d love to try new foods and see something we haven’t before. Here’s the thing: Mallorca sounds gorgeous, but I’m worried it’ll be packed with tourists and we’ll spend more time waiting in line than actually relaxing. Greece is tempting, but I keep hearing the islands are either too crowded or completely dead in September. And then there’s Australia—seeing the Great Barrier Reef is a bucket list thing, but the flight is so long I’m not sure if it’s worth the jet lag. Has anyone actually been to any of these places around September? Did you find the beaches relaxing, or was it all just a fight for a sunbed? I’d love to hear if you found any hidden gems or if you regretted your choice. Sometimes I feel like the best trips are the ones that surprise you, but I don’t want to risk our anniversary on a dud! #anniversarytrip #travelchoices #beachvacation #Travel