HLN ShopAre you still looking for a nice gift for your loved one? Of course, nothing beats spending time together, and you give it to him/her in the form of a romantic trip. Because discovering a new city in each other’s company is just a little more fun than doing the dishes together, we think. Leave your daily worries behind for a moment and enjoy each other to the full in a truly charming setting. HLN Shop zooms in on three European destinations where lovebirds will be completely in their element.
Romantic Rome
A romantic highlight is without a doubt Rome. It may not be the home of (the fictional) Romeo and Juliet, but otherwise the Italian capital has just about everything to please couples in love. From a mild climate, poetic language, opulent architecture and narrow streets to get endlessly lost in, to a gigantic range of dining options for your sweet tête-à-tête.
Of course, you don’t have to tell the Italians that love goes through the stomach. Their authentic cuisine is still a top favorite for romantic dinners worldwide and in Rome you and your loved one are at the source. Let yourself be pampered by an unparalleled culinary tradition, which starts with the espresso at breakfast and ends with the tiramisu or limoncello just before you – completely satisfied – go to your temporary love nest.
Weep with happiness
The Austrian capital may not exactly reflect its Dutch name, but it is an undisputed hotspot for romantic souls and will make you weep with ecstasy together with your loved one. Hand in hand, you sink into the grandeur of the metropolis on the Danube.
Vienna has a rich cultural past (and present), as evidenced by the State Opera and the many magnificent palaces. Think of Schloss Schönbrunn, where the famous Empress Sissi resided with her husband Francis Joseph I of Austria, the white Hofburg Palace or the baroque palace complex Belvedere Palace. In short: the ideal setting to write your own contemporary fairy tale. Want to ramp up the romance a bit? Then be sure to take a trip in a classic carriage to discover Vienna and its eventful history in a unique way.
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Verrassend Vilnius
A city that you probably don’t spontaneously think of when drawing up your romantic bucket list is Vilnius, the capital of the Baltic Republic of Lithuania. However, one of the advantages of a less obvious destination for your trip for two is that you run less risk of being crowded out by other couples – selfie stick at the ready – looking for romance. Your experience can only become more intimate when you don’t have to queue to view a ‘hidden’ gem or enjoy a romantic hotspot from the books.
Vilnius, which is currently celebrating 700 candles, nevertheless has many assets to delight couples. The historic city center is not just on the UNESCO World Heritage List and various thematic walks invite you to get to know all the hidden places and cozy cafes. Admittedly, spring can be cold, but let that be just another reason to snuggle up close to each other, with or without a (warm) traditional mead.
Want to put Rome, Vienna or Vilnius on your schedule for 2024? You can now do this via the HLN Shop for less than 200 euros per person.
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Adventure for two
Is your loved one adventurous? Then a surprise trip presents itself. You can book an affordable flight for two in the HLN Shop of at least three days and two nights, but your destination will remain secret until further notice. Only after you have chosen the travel dates and desired departure airport will you find out where your European city trip will take you.
With this flexible formula you save (even more) costs, leaving more budget to pamper your loved one on site. However, for a small additional charge it is possible to exclude five to seven destinations.
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