A trip to America is one of those things dreamed of all life long, often since childhood, but many times it seems impossible to realize. Well, in fact, it is a journey that really takes us to the other side of the world, requires great organization, and also has a fairly high cost. This perhaps explains why so many newlywed couples decide to organize their honeymoon in America!
After all, if you want to have a honeymoon in grand style, full of adventure, discovery, and strong emotions, there is no better continent. The United States is a land of contrasts, where you can experience very different things and admire unique landscapes in the world. So we have compiled a list of destinations, experiences to live, and itineraries not to miss to make the most of your romantic vacation in this great country!
Rock Honeymoon in California
The first itinerary we want to propose for your honeymoon in America is a California touron the west coast of the United States. It is an itinerary that will show you two sides of this splendid continent, the more glamorous and the wilder.
San Francisco
San Francisco, cradle of the Summer of Love and the Beat Generation, is the perfect destination to soak up culture and discover iconic places immortalized in many books and countless rock songs. And then, no self-respecting trip to the United States can skip a stop at the Golden Gate Bridge.
However, without a doubt, the city's most popular tourist attraction is the island of Alcatraz, which can be reached by ferry from the iconic neighborhood of Fisherman’s Wharf. Home to the eponymous prison, Alcatraz can be visited during a guided tour to discover all its hidden secrets!
Los Angeles
Leaving behind the Golden Gate Bridge, venture towards Los Angeles, a city also strongly linked to culture and especially to cinema. A stroll through the streets of this city will inevitably lead you to encounter stars, celebrities, theaters, and music venues. All this always under the watchful eye of the large white sign overlooking the Hollywood.
After admiring the stars on the Walk of Fame, treat yourself to a walk along the city's beaches, especially at Venice Beach. It was here that Jim Morrison and Ray Manzarek first met and formed The Doors.
Route 66
If you are a couple who loves speed, motorcycles, and strong emotions, a road tripshould be your first thought for your honeymoon! And when we talk about road trips, we necessarily talk about the Route 66 Also known as the Mother Road!
, it was one of the first federal highways built in the United States. Thanks to movies, books, and songs, its name is indelibly engraved in popular culture and represents the forbidden dream of every motorcyclist in the world. From Los Angeles, the quintessential highway will take you through Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Missouri, and Illinois,, was one of the first federal highways built in the United States. Thanks to films, books, and songs, its name is indelibly etched into popular culture and represents the forbidden dream of every motorcyclist in the world.
. Some of the stops we will suggest later are right along the road, while others could become interesting detours! Yosemite National ParkRegarding the wilder side of California,
nature
is best expressed in Yosemite National Park . Nestled among the Sierra Nevada mountains, it is one of the largest parks on the continent, protecting hundreds of animal and plant species.Within the park, must-see spots include Glacier Point, the most spectacular viewpoint in the area, and the
Yosemite Falls , the tallest waterfalls in North America, ten times the height of Niagara Falls!Just 45 minutes from Yosemite National Park, you can also visit Mammoth Lakes, an unusual but very charming stop. It was, after all, the first settlement of those who flocked to California in search of gold.
Death Valley Death Valley is a very different area from the one just seen,a vast desert stretching between California and Nevada
. It is the lowest point in North America, where animals and plants face extreme challenges to live and adapt. During summer,
daily temperatures can reach up to 54 degrees Celsius , dropping to 28 degrees at night.There are no public transport routes crossing the area, but it is still visitable. However, it is always advisable to check the daily temperature bulletin and transit possibilities at the entrance. Between Arizona and Utah Exploring the Great National ParksBetween Arizona and Utah lie some of the most important national parks in the world. The first must be the
Monument Valley
, an icon of the Wild West. In this vast plateau stand the famous and
tall red rock spires , their color due to the high presence of iron oxide.Along the border of the two states, you will also find Lake Powell, the large artificial reservoir built along the course of the
Colorado River , also surrounded by canyons and tall rocks of unmistakable red color.Heading up the Colorado towards Arizona, you will encounter the Grand Canyon, recognized as one of the natural wonders of the planet, an American national monument and a World Heritage Site. It is neither the largest nor the deepest canyon in the world, but it is the most loved and photographed because it is surrounded by incredible nature and landscapes!
Passing through Utah, you cannot miss the national park of Bryce Canyon, recognized as one of the natural wonders of the planet, an American national monument, and a UNESCO World Heritage site. It is neither the largest nor the deepest canyon in the world, but it is the most beloved and photographed, surrounded by incredible nature and landscapes!
hoodoos , the red rock pinnacles. Finally, don't forget to visitZion National Park , in the southwest of the region, carved and shaped by the waters of theVirgin River Zion National ParkSun, Sea and Atolls of Hawaii Another very beloved area of the United States is the.
Hawaii
, the Polynesian islands
in the heart of the Pacific Ocean. While you are here, nothing and no one forbids you from venturing to the Cook Islands or even Easter Island. Hawaii has always been the quintessential honeymoon destination in the United States, thanks toits splendid atolls, coasts, and paradisiacal beaches , the quintessence of a daydream! Honolulu is the capital of the archipelago, where we highly recommend visiting!
Pearl Harbor , the military port attacked by the Japanese in 1941, which caused the United States to enter the war.If you love
outdoor sports , the destination for you is North Shore, home of surfing and snorkeling. In the waters of
Ma’alea Beach you can spot many animals such as turtles, sharks, and tropical fish, and you can also go diving. Finally, if you don't want to give up hikingeven during your honeymoon in Hawaii, be sure to visit Haleakala National Park , you won't be disappointed!
Las Vegas and Weddings in the United States? Why Not! We conclude our tour in search of the perfect honeymoon in America with Las Vegas , Nevada. Yes, because if you are an unconventional couple and would like to experience not only a different honeymoon but alsoa slightly crazy wedding
you can't not have thought about it.
For a price generally around $400, you can get married in a chapel of your choice with a photographer and witnesses. There is also the option to choose the most extravagant outfits for your wedding and maybe get married with the blessing of Elvis and Marilyn MonroeHowever, if you prefer a more traditional wedding, Las Vegas is still a city worth visiting. The city of the Mojave Desert is, depending on your point of view, the capital of vice or the capital of fun. Choose your side, and if you don't want to bet all your assets in the city's many casinos, enjoy
For a price generally around $400, you can get married in a chapel of your choice complete with a photographer and witnesses. There’s also the option to choose the most extravagant outfits for your wedding and perhaps and looking for the many European and other monuments reproduced here!.
We have thus reached the end of our proposals for a honeymoon in America full of adventure and culture. These were just some ideas, but those who love music and traditions will surely stop in New Orleans is, depending on your point of view, either the capital of vice or the capital of fun. Choose your side, and if you don’t want to bet all your money in the city’s many casinos, enjoy carnival overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. While those who want to discover yet another face of America will head to the East Coast, between
We have now reached the end of our suggestions for a honeymoon in America filled with adventure and culture. These were just a few ideas, but those who love music and traditions will surely stop by and the unavoidable Big Apple,New York If you like our tours, keep following us and join Meeters to discover Italy and the world in the company of many new friends! and the ever-iconic Big Apple, New York.
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