Although not blessed with a Mediterranean climate there are a number of places within Europe that should be high up on your list of places to consider when looking for that perfect honeymoon. What the Europeans lack in humidity they make up for in style, history and culture. Home to some of the most romantic cities in the world Europe should be in everyone’s minds when they are planning their honeymoon. What follows is a quick breakdown of four of the most romantic countries in Europe with the cities that you should put on your itinerary and the places and tourist attractions that offer the most romance possible.
Italy
Synonymous with romance and the poetry of the heart, Italy should be high up on everyone’s list. Blessed with some of the finest architecture of any European country and locals whose friendliness is unmatched across the continent. If you have a love of art or culture and fancy somewhere that is refined, relaxed and grown up then Italy is the perfect choice. Wine and dine to your heart’s content in the city or in the rambling beautiful countryside – the choice is yours.
Top cities to visit whilst in Italy; Rome, Venice, Milan, Florence and Naples
Places that should be on your short list;
France
Visiting France in like a step away from the modern world – there is an atmosphere that is pure relaxation. Even in Paris it feels like they go at their own space, which often varies between leisurely and slow. If you need to unwind from the pressures of putting together your wedding there is nowhere in finer than France. For those who have never visited France before you will find the locals friendly and genuine and the bistros and restaurants both in the cities and in the countryside are all fantastic.
Top cities to visit whilst in France; Paris, Brittany, Normandy and Loire Valley
Places that should be on your short list; The Louvre, The Eiffel Tower, Mont Saint-Michel, Sainte Chapelle or why not take a boat trip round old Strasbourg
Switzerland
If France isn’t relaxed enough for you then you may want to consider Switzerland. As far as European countries go it by the most relaxed and it happens to be one of the most beautiful as well. As long as you aren’t looking for beaches and constant sunshine you will find much to love about this scenic country. If you want a honeymoon where you fell that you have truly gotten away, that doesn’t have the hustle and bustle of everyday life then Switzerland should be top of your list
Top cities to visit whilst in Switzerland; Zurich, Geneva, Bern and St Gallen
Places that should be on your short list; Alps, Graubunden, the Munster (9th-century red sandstone cathedral), the arcaded streets of Bern or the beautiful city of Neuchatel.
Greece
Greece – popular with families and the young but often not thought about when considering your honeymoon. Why this is can be a little perplexing not only does Greece offer a varied nightlife, it can offer great cuisine, great scenic landscape, friendly local, history and art in abundance – it is a wonder that more couples don’t honeymoon in Greece.
Top cities to visit whilst in Greece; Athens, Patras, Larissa and Piraeus
Places that should be on your short list; Acropolis, Benaki Museum, Temple of Zeus and the Thessaloniki International Film Festival
Europe can offer so much to the newly married couple and you should investigate fully the variety that each and every country has to offer – happy honeymoon hunting.
