European Honeymoons 
Thinking of taking a vacation to Europe to celebrate your marriage? Well grab your suitcase
Who It's Best For
- Anyone who has already been to the Caribbean.
- Those fair-skinned folks who fear the beach like the plague.
- Financially-stable couples with the time and money to take a nice, long vacation.
- Couples who would rather see the sites than lounge around.
- People who love to walk.
- History or culture buffs, art lovers, romantics, and language lovers.
- Newlyweds without children.
Why Europe?
- See not just one new place, but two, three, or even ten!
- Experience the old world and learn about your roots.
- Indulge in fine wine and cuisine.
- Enjoy world famous monuments and sites such as the Louvre, the Coliseum, or Stone Henge.
- Your photo album from this trip will be an educational and inspiring memento to share with your children.
- There are ancient cities, medieval towns, and even metropolitan hubs clustered together so you can experience a variety of things on one trip.
- There's no worrying about hurricane season.
How Long
Thinking a week? Think again. A week-long trip to Europe is doable but not as relaxing as it could be. Remember that you'll have two days of flying and some jet lag cutting into your vacation. Aim for a trip lasting 10 to 14 days or more. If you only have a week to spare, consider a different honeymoon location or make a rain date to take your honeymoon when you'll have more time.
Since the point of a European vacation is to take in the sites and explore new places, more time is always better. With a week or two to spare you can hop from one country to the next, getting a taste of two cultures, two sets of scenery, and two different mini-vacations. Or, if you are spending time in only one country, you can travel to a small village or areas that most tourists don't get to visit with short itineraries.
How Much
How much a European vacation costs varies greatly on where you go and what time of year you plan to travel. But the general idea is that you'll be spending significantly more on a European honeymoon than on a Caribbean one. Why? The airplane tickets cost more, the length of the stay is typically longer, the prices of hotels and meals are catered to wealthier travelers, and travel between cities or countries runs up the final bill.
Where & When to Go
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Easy for Americans since everyone speaks English. Hit bustling London and wander the cobblestone streets. Stop in a pub for a pint, shop for antiques |
Paris is a huge hit for new brides and grooms because this city simply oozes romance and you don't need to speak French to appreciate the city's historical aspect. Spring or summer is the best time to visit. Enjoy the museums, famous sites, top notch cuisine and wine. Other places of interest: Normandy if you like quaint villages. The Riviera if you want to hit luxurious Monaco or the trendy beaches of St. Tropez. |
The heavy food and liters of free-flowing beer are synonymous with Oktober Fest and the cooler fall months. Winter is also a great time to go. Tour the fantastic castles that spot the countryside and retire to sit by a roaring fireplace. See a medieval city at Rothenburg or Nuremburg, or see the artistic side of Cologne. If you visit a town in the south of the country, consider taking some time to visit Austria too. |
Spring and summer are the best times to visit the beaches, enchanting countryside, and meander from one monument to the next in the big cities. Venice is romance with a capital R, yet Rome has a certain enchantment for those in search of a trip back in time. Don't forget the Italian Riviera, the Amalfi Coast, Corsica, and Sicily. You can easily spend two weeks hitting the top spots by train and still have time to relax. |
The picturesque Greek isles are second to none and perfect to visit during the warmer months via a cruise ship. See Crete, Mykonos, Santorini, and Rhodes. You can also relax in Athens where the ancient monuments will capture your sense of adventure. No matter where you are the food will be sure to please. While you are there you also have the opportunity to hop over to Italy or Turkey if you choose. |
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