Beautiful and welcoming year-round, Italy boasts beautiful cities rich in history, balmy holiday resorts, the mighty Italian Alps, and the world's most treasured art and architecture. Summers are hot, especially in the southern regions, which tend to be warm and dry. Winters are colder in the mountains, with heavy snowfall in the Italian Alps, a popular skiing destination. All seasons are suitable for travel, making Italy a versatile option for a honeymoon.
The various regions and cities of Italy offer different and unique experiences. Learning a bit about what different places have to offer can help enormously in planning your Italian honeymoon. Here are a few examples of the different regions of Italy.
Rome is an ancient city with a special political and architectural legacy all its own. It contains world-renowned landmarks such as centuries-old frescoes, the Roman aqueducts, the Coliseum, the Forum, the Sistine Chapel, and the holy Vatican City. Rome is also known for its beautiful outdoor cafes and Chianti wines; perfect for a toast or two.
Close to Rome are the city of Sorrento and the Isle of Capri. Sorrento, a tranquil port town, is known for its striking bluffs, peaceful way of life and Limon cello, a local and traditional lemon spirit. The Isle of Capri crowns the Sorrentine Peninsula with majestic formations of limestone, dolomite and coral reefs.
The epicenter of Renaissance art and architecture is Florence, the home of Michelangelo's David, Boticelli's Birth of Venus, and the famous Ponte Vecchio Bridge. San Marco's square is a lovely piazza with an array of outdoor cafes and music in the air. The view from the tower of the beautiful gilded Duomo is singularly spectacular.
The fashion capital of the modern world, Milan is also the capital city of the Lombardy region in northern Italy. Nestled near the Alps, Milan becomes a celebrity Mecca during the annual Milan Fashion Week.
Another event worthy of considering when planning your honeymoon is the Festa de San Raneieri in Pisa. During this celebration, tens of thousands of candles illuminate the Leaning Tower of Pisa.
The city of Venice, a fascinating maze of canals and narrow streets, and is an icon of romance and passion. Can you imagine a better honeymoon activity than a moonlight gondola ride?
Tuscany, known as the Garden of Eden, is surrounded by rolling fields of wildflowers and quaint rural communities along the Upper Tiber Valley and the Etruscan coast. For an enchanting countryside retreat, a honeymoon stay in the town of Tuscany will be a feast for your hearts and senses.
The rich influences of both Catholic and Moorish traditions add much flavor to the architectural and aesthetic traditions of Italy. The more you explore different regions, the more enchanted you will become by the country's ancient folklore, wonderful food and sunny, pastoral vistas. If you choose an Italian honeymoon, the romance, lush beauty and rich culture of Italy will captivate you for a lifetime.
