After some delicious adventures in Venice, Amanda & Tim made their way to Lake Como, where they stayed at the beautiful Grand Hotel Tremezzo. They spent their time in Lake Como feeling like royalty & exploring the surrounding islands with ferries to Villa Balbianello, Villa d’Este, and Bellagio, and enjoyed fresh fish at Trattoria San Giacomo.
On their last day there, Tim surprised Amanda with a breathtaking boat trip at sunset and he proposed!! Is that not the cutest thing ever?!? Of course, she said YES!!
Check back on Friday for all the details on the their time in Florence!
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I had so much fun working with Amanda of 100 Layer Cake putting together an exciting Italian journey for her and her fiance! Some of you might have already seen these pictures over on 100 Layer Cake, but for those of you that have not, you are in for a treat! Their trip began in Venice, the honeymoon capital of Italy.
Their biggest tip for Venice was not to waste a good meal there because there are so many fabulous options. In Amanda’s words, “restaurants that have photos of the food displayed anywhere scream “tourist trap!” so don’t waste a precious meal there. A stylish lunch at the Osteria Enoteca San Marco was cozy & delicious. Dinner highlights included Osteria Boccadoro & Antiche Carampane, both of which are a little tricky to find, but are worth the trip through the maze!”
They also highly recommend a ride in one of the gondolas so don’t miss out on that adventure!
Stay tuned for the rest of their trip coming up this week! Interested in going to Venice for your honeymoon? Contact us!
I recently visited the islands of Maui and the Big Island in Hawaii. I am excited to share with you some tips for anyone visiting these beautiful islands! There’s so much to do and see on each island, plus beautiful beaches to relax on. Perfect for honeymoon couples wanting to relax and have some adventure!
Maui Revealed: This is the best guidebook for helpful tips on the best beaches, restaurants, and drives around the island. Be sure to get the most recent edition available.
One of the best things about Maui is how easy it is to navigate around the island. I most certainly recommend renting a car. Look over a map to orient yourself with the island and you should be fine. There are a lot of signs all over the island too, that make navigating even easier. It’s also great having your own car because you can do quite a bit of exploring, which we most certainly did.
Here’s the rundown of the areas and beaches we ventured out to. If you’re going to a beach away of your hotel, remember to bring towels with you.
- Downtown Lahaina – This is a really nice area and has a lot of restaurants on the water. There’s also good shopping here too.
- Wailea – I think that Wailea is the nicest area on the island. It feels much more upscale & exclusive than other parts of the island and is also home to some of the best hotels & restaurants. I would definitely recommend staying in this area.
- The Shops at Wailea – This is an outdoor mall with great shops and restaurants.
- Walking Trails –There are trails right along the beach in front of the hotels in Wailea. Great way to start out your day! Keep an eye out for dolphins jumping in the waves right off shore!
- Makena Beach – Beautiful beach with pretty calm waters. The parking is super convenient too. After a hot day at the beach, make sure to grab some shaved ice for the ride home!
Makena Beach
Kai Kanini Catamaran
Not only are there so many beautiful areas of Maui, there’s also so much to do!
- Helicopter Tours: One thing I love to tell clients about doing in the beginning of a Hawaiian escape is a helicopter tour. Helicopter tours in Hawaiian are a MUST! The geography of the island is breathtaking, and there’s no better way to see it all than from above.
- Zip Lining: If you haven’t done this before you must do it in Maui! This is so fun and the views are gorgeous!
- Kai Kanani: Sail out to Molokini for a fun day of snorkeling & basking in the sun. They also offer sunset sailing trips.
- Road to Hana: This is a big attraction in Maui and is definitely something you should see if you’re visiting the island. Maui Revealed has great tips on where to stop along the way to see the best waterfalls! Below are pictures of our Road to Hana adventure…
Now for the best part- where to eat! Here are a few delicious spots that we enjoyed in Maui.
- Lahania Grill – One of the best restaurants on the island. Be sure to make reservations. Grab a cocktail at a beachfront restaurant to watch the sunset before dinner!
- Mulligans on the Blue – Fun sports bar with great food as well.
- Capische – Italian restaurant in Hotel Wailea with incredible food! This was our favorite meal in Maui. Be sure to make reservations and ask to sit in the gardens!
- Monkeypod Kitchen – Delicious restaurant in Wailea – lots of good variety
- Tommy Bahamas – Really nice restaurant with great food & live music on most nights
Check back later this week to hear about the fabulous places we stayed in Maui and the Big Island!
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If visiting tiny remote islands is your ideal honeymoon, then we have a great destination to share with you! Boracay in the Philippines is one of the last undiscovered Asian beach escapes. Spend your days lounging on the sands of White Beach and your nights enjoying delectable cuisine at one of the many restaurants the island has to offer.
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Boracay is a great island getaway because of what it has to offer. Sometimes a small island escape means limited options in regards to food and activities, but this is not true on Boracay. The island has perfect spots for relaxing and rejuvenating as well as countless beach activities such as sailing, wind surfing, diving. Boracay also has a great nightlife! If these pictures haven’t left you dreaming of an island paradise, I don’t know what will!
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After our adventures on St. Barths, Summer, Lindsey, & I ventured over to the beautiful island of Anguilla. Thanks to Hurricane Irene, our time on Anguilla was cut a little short, but we finally got there and once again, found ourselves in Caribbean paradise! Anguilla and St. Barths are two very different island experiences, despite being so close to each other.
As soon as we stepped off the ferry from St. Marteen, we were immediately surrounded by a Caribbean vibe. Everyone is so happy and friendly, and gives you a warm welcome to their beautiful island. If you are looking for the quintessential Caribbean island escape, Anguilla is the place for you.
Anguilla has everything you could want in a beach destination: gorgeous beaches, laid-back atmosphere, friendly locals, & delicious food, and Anguilla has all of these things nailed. The island is only 34 square miles, but there 30+ beaches on the island, all with white sand and crystal clear warm water in every shade of turquoise you can think of. The island also has over 70 delicious restaurants ranging from Asian-infused cuisine to scrumptious creole creations.
And the people! I don’t think we ran into a single person without a smile on their face! Everyone was so warm and welcoming and the locals make you feel so comfortable and at home on the island. Now that I think about it, I don’t see how anyone can be unhappy on that island!
I am so excited about another week of Caribbean excellence, so be sure and stay tuned to hear more about the best beaches, hotels, and restaurants on Anguilla!
Also, don’t forget to enter the Ever After Honeymoons & Secrets Resorts & Spas GIVEAWAY! This is the FINAL WEEK of the giveaway!!! So be sure and get all of your friends to enter! The more people you get to enter the giveaway, the better your chances are of winning!
