When we think of honeymoons, the usual imagery comes to mind — white sands, clinking cocktails, postcard sunsets. But for some couples, love doesn’t follow a script — and neither should the adventure that follows “I do.” For those who are drawn to history, haunted beauty, or the poignancy of human resilience, a honeymoon can be something deeper: a pilgrimage, a quiet confrontation with the past, or a shared reflection on the world’s raw and remarkable truths.

When I mention dark tourism, there are two main reactions I get: a look of sheer horror and disgust, or one of surprise and interest.

I began to look at places that piqued my interest, sparked a sense of wonder, or ignited the need to find out why certain events took place, both past and present.

It was hard to find any tours or packages that catered to this and that allowed the flexibility to create something truly unique to my interests. I wanted to visit places from my favourite horror novels or movies, see where cultural events took place, and visit the scenes of crimes (both war and criminal).