So you’re getting married. Congratulations! And you’re here because, amongst the myriad preparatory tasks you have to complete between now and the big day, you’ve remembered you also have your honeymoon to plan. Drat. It’s funny how the most exciting day of your life and most important holiday of your life can be reduced to stress-inducing acts of administration in the preceding months.
Luckily, this brief guide is here to take a little bit of the difficulty away, at least with regard to your honeymoon. Italy is a no-brainer choice for a swift, inexpensive, and incredibly nourishing post-wedding getaway, so why not go there? And, for specifics, why not try the following experiences as part of your getaway?
Wine Tasting in Tuscany
Tuscany is one of the most popular destinations in Italy amongst travellers of every age, but especially for those special honeymooners on the hunt for something quiet and refined—not just for the landscapes but also the contents of their wine glasses.
Tuscany is, of course, the de facto home of wine in Italy, being practically defined by the incredible vineyards that stipple its interstitial countryside. It’s only natural that Italy tours take in the majesty of these vineyards, and as touring newlyweds, it’s only natural that you should find your newlywed noses deep in a glass of hyper-local Chianti.
Cooking Class in Bologna
Bologna is a northern Italian standout, being the capital of the Emilia-Romagna region and, quite simply, a heavenly place to go for food. After all, it’s given its name to what has practically become a national sauce in England: the irrepressible Bolognese ragu.
Where better to learn the secrets of incredible rustic Italian cookery than the effective home of rustic Italian cookery? There are classes galore to visit, a great many of which will be especially receptive to honeymooning couples.
Romantic Gondola Ride in Venice
If you’re asked to picture Italy, Venice is probably one of the first places that’ll come to mind. If you’re asked to picture romance, Paris might come first, but Venice is almost guaranteed to be the number 2 on your list. Those peerless waterways, bridged by incredible streets and pathways that connect Venice’s beautiful districts, are the ideal spot for romantic celebrations of any oeuvre, from engagements to honeymoons and beyond.
Of course, there’s an inarguably best-in-class option for honeymooners with stars still in their eyes: the gondola ride. A chauffeured journey through the best Venetian waterways could only be improved, perhaps, by a Cornetto.
Relax on the Amalfi Coast
Last but certainly not least, there’s an entire month-long honeymoon’s worth of rest and relaxation waiting for you on the Amalfi Coast—an absurdly picturesque stretch of west-Italian seaside that enjoys striking cliffs, stunning beaches, and charming coastal towns like Positano and Amalfi.
The seaside-y nature of this premier honeymoon destination lends it well to the discovery of premium seafood-centric cuisine; there’s also the option of a boating trip out from shore, with the potential of visiting nearby islands like Capri for a day of exploration and relaxation.
