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Top Five Romantic Italian Honeymoons

Venice, Florence, Lago Maggiore, Isle of Capri, Tuscany

Make your Italian Honeymoon one of the most unforgettable memories of your life together. Immerse yourself in museums and history tours, explore centuries-old castles, indulge in a romantic candlelit dinner or relax in the tranquility of your luxurious honeymoon suite for breakfast in bed. Each Italian honeymoon destination offers exclusive romance packages designed especially for you. TravelWizard.com, a Virtuoso Travel Agency, has put together a list of the top five luxury honeymoon destinations in Italy.

Caesar Augustus, Isle of Capri, Italy: On a cliff 1,000 feet above the sea, the luxury Hotel Caesar Augustus offers one of the most spectacular vistas to be found on the isle of Capri! From the rooms and grounds of this marvelous luxury hotel, guests can enjoy views over the entire Bay of Naples. The bird's eye views include the breathtaking scenery of Mount Vesuvius, Sorrento, Ischia, and unique views of the island of Capri, whose Villa San Michele is nearby. Honeymoon couples  receive:  Upgrade at time of booking, subject to availability, Daily Buffet breakfast, Candlelit dinner for two, including wine, Return shuttle from and to the port,  Bottle of Limoncello & special gift on arrival, Complimentary parking and VIP treatment.

 

Castello del Nero, Florence, Italy:  Castello del Nero Hotel & Spa is located a stones-throw from the historic cities of Florence and Siena, surrounded by 700 acres of rolling Tuscan hills. Castello del Nero is the first luxury hotel in the Chianti area to offer you the added indulgence of an exclusive destination spa, making it a perfect choice a romantic honeymoon. Each of our 50 rooms and suites has breathtaking views of the estates olive groves and vineyards, inhabited by pheasant, deer and wild boar. Abandon yourselves to the magnificence of Castello del Nero and its beautiful surroundings. As each season brings changes throughout the Chianti landscape, different experiences continue to emerge. Honeymoon couple receive: Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability, Daily buffet breakfast,  Spa Credit of 50 EUR, 12 Noon early check-in, subject to availability,  4 PM late check-out, subject to availability

 

Hotel Cipriani & Palazzo Vendramin, An Orient-Express Hotel, Venice, Italy: Situated amidst beautiful gardens on Giudecca Island, Hotel Cipriani is five minutes from St. Mark's Square by the hotel's own launch. The rooms and suites offer superb views of the lagoon to the south, the Palladian San Giorgio Maggiore to the east or the walled gardens and vineyards to the west. The Cipriani's gardens contain the only swimming pool (Olympic-size, saltwater and heated) and tennis court in the center of Venice. And while Venice is a city rich in art galleries, cultural treasures and glass works, day trips (should curiosity move you) to Padua, Vicenza and Verona are quite easily arranged. Honeymoon couples receive: Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability, Full breakfast,  A Bottle of Casanova Salso Wine, $50.00 Food & Beverage credit.

 

I Casali di Monticchio, Allerona, Italy: I Casali di Monticchio is an elegant relais situated in the countryside on the border between Umbria, Lazio and Tuscany, on a hill top overlooking the wonderful valley at the foot of Monte Rufeno. At the Casali care is lavished on every detail: from the choice of the fabrics and furnishings to the architecture and wonderful gardens and the rare and excellent food proposed by the restaurant. This place, built in the XIII century, has the warm and friendly atmosphere of a private dwelling rather than that of a hotel and consists of four farm houses carefully renovated respecting the original rural architecture typical of the area. Each farm house includes comfortable suites meticulously furnished and personalized. Honeymoon couples receive: Upgrade upon arrival, subject to availability, Daily Buffet breakfast,  A complimentary wine-tasting for two at local area winery,

Villa Aminta,  Stresa, Italy: The beautiful Villa Aminta is located on one of the most enchanting lakes in Italy, the Lago Maggiore in Stresa. Thanks to its perfect location, beautiful surroundings, elegant furnishing and modern amenities, Villa Aminta will satisfy all your wishes of luxury, charm and refinement. The decor of the hotel reflects the taste of its owners, Beatrice and Roberto Zanetta, who with their daughter Daniela share their passion for beautiful things. Every guest room and suite is personalized and feature stucco works, chandeliers, and precious furniture which become arabesques on the backdrop of the rooms and lounges colors, creating a charming and fairy-tale like atmosphere. A tennis court on the lakeshore, along with a well-equipped beach area, an outdoor swimming pool and hiking trails are available for your relaxation and enjoyment. The Hotel's lake-front restaurant "Le Isole" offers Mediterranean and International cuisine in a refined atmosphere. Villa & Palazzo Aminta has now a new Fitness centre which is complimentary for all Virtuoso agencies and it is included in the Virtuoso amenities. Honeymoon couples receive: Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability, Villa Aminta cookies in room upon arrival, one afternoon tea for two at "I Principi", Buffet Breakfast for two daily in Restaurant Le Isole, Courtesy bus downtown and back, 12 Noon early check-in, subject to availability.

For the Italian Honeymoon you have always dreamt of, please contact TravelWizard.com at 1-800-330-8820. Let one of our Virtuoso
Italy Honeymoon and Romantic Getaways Specialists assist you in creating a your dream honeymoon, today. Check out the Italy Vacation Video to get a taste of what you will encounter on your  honeymoon to Italy.