Saturday, June 1, 2013

TRAVEL SPECIAL ....ROMANTIC DESTINATIONS WORLD



 ROMANTIC DESTINATIONS WORLD 

Let romance be your compass to explore some of the most amorous cities around the world 

    The hurdles of everyday living, work deadlines, domestic to-do lists, etc, often take a toll on our closest relationships and romance moves to the back burner.
    Now imagine a chance to leave it all behind for a few days and have a go at rekindling that attraction. Experience a new destination together, take part in your favourite activities as a couple and spend your evenings sipping on champagne while biting into mouthwatering delicacies. Sounds like such an indulgence, doesn’t it?
    Romantic vacations are becoming the go-to for many old and new couples looking for some time out for themselves. It offers them a chance to learn new things about each other and, when planned well, a romantic sojourn can definitely add more spark to your relationship.
    So let your heart lead you to quaint Seville or to the exotic lanes of Marrakech, and find love renewed there.
SEVILLE
REGION:
Spain I Love You = Te amo
    The Spanish are known to be hotblooded people. They enjoy life and love with grand gestures and even grander celebrations. A visit to the picturesque city of Seville will add the same spark to your romantic rendezvous. Visit the Old Town district and spend lazy afternoons exploring the monuments like Alcázar palace complex, the Cathedral and the General Archive of the Indies. Dine on Andalusian delicacies like Pestiños de Miel, Gazpacho and Magdalenas at the quaint cafes tucked alongside the narrow sidewalks. At night, head out to one of the flamenco bars to watch the dramatic performances or better yet, take a dance class together and get onto the dance floor yourselves.
MUST DO: Stay at a heritage inn in Old Town and take a sunset carriage ride through the town square.
ZANZIBAR
REGION:
Tanzania I Love You = Naku penda
    Island retreats are a favourite among love birds and Zanzibar’s
turquoise waters, white sands
and unique African sensibility make it the perfect island romance destination to try out this time around. Enjoy Stone Town’s historic glory along with its current vibrant energy. Nungwi peninsular is where the beach action is. Get a
dhow or a clear fibreglass based boat to take you to one of the smaller islands, around which you can go snorkelling. Kendwa Beach is known for its calm waters and vibrant
nightlife. Meet with friendly locals, try out interesting dishes and shake your hips to some fantastic Swahili music.
MUST DO: Hire a boat to take you to a sand bar, which is only accessible when the tide recedes. A number of birds visit in search of food and don’t mind humans as long as they are not disturbed. Carry a picnic basket along and spend a few
    leisurely hours together by yourselves in the
    middle of the sea. Sounds romantic?
    
www.zanzibartourism.net
RIVIERA MAYA
REGION:
Mexico
I Love You = Te amo
    Mexico is among the top romantic destinations in the world thanks to the multitude of travel themes and activities you can plan to experience together as a couple. Snorkel in Xel-Ha or show off some sexy swimwear on the beaches of Akumal. Enjoy an interactive cultural experience in Xcaret, and ecoarcheological park. For lunch why not stop by a streetside eatery and sample some burritos, tacos or churrascos. Towards sunset, prep yourselves for a night of live music, flamboyance and energy when you stroll through La Quinta Avenida of Playa del Carmen with its bustling restaurants and bars. You can also do a bit of shopping while here.
MUST DO: Sign up for specialised couple spa treatments which make use of sea algae and marine salts combined with age-old Mayan therapies. What better way to charge up your romantic holiday.
    
www.rivieramaya.com
CINQUE TERRE
REGION:
Italy I Love You = Ti amo
    Cinque Terre meaning ‘five lands’ refers to the five coastal villages of Monterosso al Mare, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore. The villages were built on the hillside facing the sea and today create quite the picturesque locale. Rent a seafacing villa, spend days strolling through the small village bylanes and nights by the Vernazza pier enjoying the Mediterranean air. Visit Via dell'Amore or Lovers’ Lane linking Manarola with Riomaggiore which is dotted with many picnic spots.
MUST DO: Food and love are Italy’s USP. Blend them together by attending a cooking workshop together at a local trattoria.
    
www.cinqueterre.it
MARRAKECH
REGION:
Morocco I Love You = Ana Behibek (f); Ana Behibak (m)
    Old meets new in the city of Marrakech. On one side, you and your loved one can spend time touring the Berber heritage spots in The Medina; while in the other quarter of town, you can wine, dine and party in unique Moroccan style. Finding a hammam that allows couples to visit together might be tough but the hotels offer superb spa facilities that use local products.
MUST DO: Sign up for camel safaris to the desert or head to the nearby Atlas Mountains for a break from the hotter climes at one of the snow resorts.
    
www.marrakech.travel 
Compiled by Lara Rebello ETTR130530

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