Pack your bags and cruise into Croatia. With pristine blue waters and remarkable landscape, Dubrovnik is the perfect place to make your escape! Learn some history at the Maritime Museum and visit Rector’s Palace, known for its Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque styles of architecture. Don’t forget your camera as you walk on top of the city walls! The view is absolutely stunning! Cross over the famous Pile Gate and enter into Old Town, which was once surrounded by a moat. Finally, be sure to enjoy the scenic beaches and sample the delectable gelato!

RealTravel author Tracy writes:

“The next day we sail down to Dubrovnik, the ‘Pearl of the Adriatic’, and the most anticipated destination of our trip. Traveling to Dubrovnik by boat is much easier than by car since Bosnia crosses through Croatia dividing the country in half forcing drivers to go through immigration twice on their way to the famous walled city.

We dock in new harbor which is a 10-15 minute cab ride from Old Town. This is the only port where the action literally isn’t just outside our gang plank.

We set out to explore the city right after lunch. We enter through Pile Gate where St. Blaise looks down on all who enter. The first thing we see is Onofrio’s Fountain which is built in 1438 as part of water supply system. The water coming out of the fountain is cold and we stick our wrists under to cool off. Did I mention how hot it is here?” (more…)

RealTraveler Michelle Finkelstein shares a list of places to visit:

“An afternoon walk along the city walls is essential for unparalleled vistas and photo ops. Gaze across the clusters of traditional red rooftops and church spires, watching the women hanging wash high above narrow cobblestone alleys with children playing down below.

Within the city walls, visit Onofrio’s Fountains, one at each of the main gates, Pile and Ploce, erected in 1438 so people entering could wash to prevent bringing the Plague into this noble city.

Meander down Stradun, the main wide street, stopping for a gelato or souvenir shopping” (more…)

To plan your trip, visit:

Dubrovnik Hotels

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From Breathtaking Budva by Shatrick

For many travelers, their thirst for adventure is too great to be quelled by a one or two week excursion. These types of travelers will go to any lengths—saving their money, rearranging their schedule, even quitting jobs to throw themselves into a longer, more thorough trip. It is for these types of travelers that we focus this week’s theme on “extended travel.”

This entire week we’ll focus on lengthier trips, providing tips for where to go and how to plan your trip, with plenty of inspiration from some globetrotting Realtravelers along the way. We’ll give you glimpses into long luxury vacations, adventure-bound backpacking, traveling with kids in tow, and more. Whether for several weeks or several months, a longer trip can often provide a more satisfying travel experience.

For today, close your eyes and picture yourself having more time to spend with your significant other. Whether an extended honeymoon, a getting-to-know-you trip, or that around the world dream trip you’ve been talking about as a couple for years, traveling together can bring a couple closer. If you’re planning your honeymoon, here’s some ideas to help create a trip that truly matches your two unique personalities.

Romantic Destinations Off the Beaten Path

Though beach destinations like Hawaii or the Caribbean have their appeal, some couples prefer to spend their special post-wedding time doing something more unique. Herein lies the fun of trip planning. Compile your common interests, then do some research to find out what destinations best suit your goals. There’s a whole world out there to explore together!

Here are just a few examples of honeymoon possibilities:

Historic Honeymoons

Some would say the most romantic setting on earth is on land teeming with history. Whether visiting wistful European castles, the temples of Southeast Asia, or any of the hundreds of World Heritage Sites around the world, soaking in the long span of human history that came before you can do wonders for adding perspective to your present life. Humbled and inspired, romantic ties can grow deeper.

Canadian Realtravelers Shatrick found a unique way to celebrate their love. After getting married in London, they spent their honeymoon learning about history in the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia and Montenegro, and Croatia. Plenty of beautiful scenery, whitewater rafting, hiking, relaxation, and luxuriating on beaches was to be had as well. Here are two excerpts from their blog:

“We thought that while in Bosnia all we would hear about was the war in the 1990’s, but quickly realised that Bosnia has a very long and diverse history. The Ottoman’s originally settled this region and there is evidence of it throughout the town - including in the homes and the old town. While in Mostar we headed out to a small village that houses a Muslim Dervish Monestary. The Monestary is located next to a spectacular natural spring and river valley. Although the Monestary was small, it was a nice way for the four of us to get a better understanding of the Muslim culture in the region. And get a better understanding of some of the tensions that errupted during the war.” (more…)

And in Budva, Montenegro:

“But we did finally get to a lovely and remote beach with the nicest water I have ever swam in - crystal clear and brilliant blue - loved swimming in it. Even Patrick who doesn’t swim very often had a great time just floating in the Adriatic - what bouancy!” (more…)

Resources:

Bosnia and Herzegovina Travel Guide
Serbia and Montenegro Travel Guide
Croatia Travel Guide

Safari Honeymoons

Are you an animal lover? Is your relationship an adventurous one? Observe wild animals in their natural habitat by spending your honeymoon on a safari! You and your loved one will not only have an unforgettable experience, but you’ll have impressive, stunning photographs to jog your memory for years to come.

Realtravlers billiss spent their honeymoon in Africa, exploring places like Cape Town and braving an exciting Tanzanian northern circuit safari:

“It was incredible!! as soon as we made it to the crater floor we saw a herd of Cape Buffalo. But before we could get too many pictures, though, Morgan hurried us off about 300 yards up the the road! We have no idea how he saw, from so far away….but at 8:49am we were, literally, surrounded! it was a pride of 11 lions!!!! Our first lions!!!!!!!! three small (3or 4 months old) cubs, teenage males, females…but no dominant male. We spent roughly 15 minutes w/the lion family and moved on through the crater. For close to eight WONDERFUL hours!!! (with a brief stop for a picnic of curried chicken sandwiches, cheese and an apple at the Hippo Pool! By the time we made our way up and out of the crater :( , we had seen wildebeast, more elephants, zebras, gazelles (thomson and Grant), warthogs, hippos, crown cranes, superb starlings, lilacs, cori bustard, rhinos and 2 cheetah!!!! It was maybe the best day, EVER!!!” (more…)

Resources:

South Africa Travel Guide
Tanzania Travel Guide
Africa Honeymoon and Wilderness Safari
Safaris Off the Beaten Path

Blogs of other Realtravelers who have gone on inspiring extended honeymoons:

Becs and Chris
Team Edwards
Bakes and Ally
SarahB

More ideas for planning a romantic getaway:

Bali Itinerary
Aeolian Islands Itinerary
East African Safari Itinerary

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