Honeymoons are not only one of the most important impactful events of our lives, but they are big business. Some destinations are better than others are, and some are naturally better suited for one reason or another. Cities from Europe have literally hundreds of years of experience dealing with dreams, travel and tourists, and are naturally more exotic to those from the United States, so you will see the majority of this list of top 5 romantic honeymoon destinations are from Europe.
1. Paris
Paris. It is one word that is synonymous with romance. It evokes visuals that few words in any language can match. Just as a rose with any other name just is not the same, Paris is a one of kind, and its name perfectly represents it. From the Louvre that holds the treasured Mona Lisa, to the Eiffel tower, to every smoke filled café in between, Paris has the enchantment of the old world with the luxury of hundreds of years of refinement. Modern amenities in the “city of light” are equal to any in the world.
2. Venice
The wondrous getaway of Leonardo Da Vinci, the canals in this engineering marvel are as a part of the city and landscape as snow is a part of winter. This wonderful town has done a fantastic job of retaining its old world aesthetics while somehow remaining accessible to tourists. There is nothing more charming and invigorating than slowly making your way down one of the many canals in the early spring or late autumn with a light jacket, and your lover gently holding you. It feels like the city is gently rocking you to sleep as your gondola rows softly, back to front. The smells of lightly baked breads, sweet confections, and the most expertly cooked meats caress your senses while you make your way through the honeymoon destination of countless dreams.
3. Greece
It is so hard to put these destinations into a numbered list, as all of them are interchangeable and it just depends on your dreams and preference. Greece is no exception to this. With the cradle of modern civilization and modern democracy, as well as Western thought and philosophy, mysteries are still to be found. Exceptional wines, lush vistas, and endless fields of olives and grapes are all within view of some of the most enduring and enchanting relics and structures in the entire world.
4. Rome
The capital of the original empire, there was a time when the sun never set on the Roman Empire. Though those days are long gone, the culture and sites yet remain. It is hard to believe that so many sites, sounds, and beautiful buildings can be squeezed into one city. Greece had the first ideas of modern culture and civilization, but Rome completed them with fervor and zeal. Whether it is relaxing at one of the five star hotels or journeying through the ancient countryside, your honeymoon in Rome can be as historic as you make it.
5. Aspen
Aspen is the only American location on the list, and there is good reason for it being included. Though Aspen has not been around as a city as long as the others on the list, it is still a magical place for those looking for adventure as opposed to pure relaxation, and want to see their breath instead of holding it. Aspen is not all about snow and skis, and the shopping and hotels compare to nearly any place in the world
Author Bio: Diane Johnson writes about a number of her interests including shopping, online schooling, and traveling.
