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11
Dec 12

Honeymoon destination: Amsterdam

Amsterdam might not be a usual first choice as a honeymoon destination. It might not seem romantic, which was my initial thought, but I was wrong and I want to prove to you why. This option is perfect for couples who are planning a trip around Europe or are looking for a short city break!

I had always wanted to go to this city, not because of it’s smoke-filled cafés or the red light district, but because of the cute gabled houses and the endless canals. The days leading up to the trip my future fiancé and I researched and researched and made sure our four days in the Dutch city were complete from early in the morning until late at night. That’s how we like it!

As soon as we arrived we knew we were going to have an incredible time. We went mid October, we were lucky because it didn’t rain and it wasn’t that cold, meaning we could cycle and walk all we wanted, without worrying about the weather.

So what can you do to make this trip a perfect honeymoon destination? Well, you can rent a bicycle and explore the long cobbled canal streets, including the amazing Jordaan district, home to many art galleries, shops and restaurants. You can also discover the city’s largest park, Vondelpark, which at this time of the year is covered in brown, yellow and orange autumn leaves, very picturesque!

Best of all, you can hire a boat just for you and your partner, (like we did) and explore its more than one hundred kilometres of canals. We used Hertz and it was probably one of the best experiences ever. It was so romantic it was actually embarrassing at one point, people would take photographs of us as we past by, but it was worth it. We had blankets to keep us warm, a piece of cake and enough hot chocolate to survive the two hour tour.

To top of a romantic day, there are tons of restaurants to choose from, I highly recommend one in particular which can either work for lunch or dinner, The Pancake Bakery, which obviously offer the BEST pancakes in town. The place is very cosy, cute and has dimmed lights… just perfect!

If I still haven’t convinced you with the above, then maybe you should travel in spring time and add to your itinerary a visit to the region’s famous tulip fields which are bursting with colour.

 


Have you been to Amsterdam? Did you think it was romantic?

MB xx

Wedding and Honeymoon Locations — No Comments
13
Nov 12

Five hot winter honeymoon destinations

When thinking of a winter honeymoon you may instantly think of rain, very low temperatures and snow, but although at home it may be like that, in some parts of the world it’s summer which means high temperatures, beaches and sexy swimsuits!

I have put together my top five destinations for a perfect and unforgettable winter honeymoon, so take your pick and get packing!

Hawaii

Hawaii’s diverse natural scenery, warm tropical climate and abundance of public beaches make it a very popular destination for newlyweds. It offers perfect weather all year round but during the winter months, it has extra attractions making it an idealic honeymoon destination. Surf season starts in late October and runs through March and whales visit from late November to May.

 

Argentina

It’s the most visited country in South America and its capital, Buenos Aires, the most visited city. Regarded as the “Paris of South America,” it offers elegant architecture, exquisite cuisine, a legendary nightlife, and fashionable shopping. Don’t forget to take some tango lessons whilst in this incredible country. The hottest months are Decemeber and January, when temperatures go up to 35 degrees.

India

Goa is an ideal setting for romance and relaxation offering multi-cuisine restaurants, clean and secluded beaches as well as excellent infrastructure and facilities. The temperatures during the European winter months are ideal, usually around 30 degrees. A 131-km long coastline means choices are aplenty. You can visit Anjuna for its lively flea market, Palolem for water sports and Calangute and Dona Paula for shopping, nightlife, food and drink. 

 

Belize

Located on the north eastern coast of Central America, Belize is on of the hottest destinations during the cold months, its dry season is from November to late April. Here you can discover the Belize Barrier Reef and over 450 offshore Cayes (islands). You can choose from hundreds of activities such as fishing, scuba diving, snorkeling, rafting, kayaking, hiking, bird watching, helicopter touring and you can also discover the Maya ruins.

 

New Zealand

For those with a sense of adventure, New Zealand is the perfect destination. From extreme adventure to total relaxation,  like Belize, there are hundreds of activities to choose from. December and January are the perfect months to try river surfing, gliding and scuba diving or, for those who like their feet firmly on the ground, a hike in thousands of acres of National Parks. If you just want to sunbathe and relax, don’t worry, New Zealand has 15,000 km of beautiful beaches. 

Which destination is your favourite? If you are getting married during the winter months, do you want a hot or cold destination for your honeymoon?

MB xx

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