European Honeymoon

Depart Friday, Sept. 19th and Return Sunday Oct. 5th.

Two weeks and 1 day (two days are lost on travel)

BARCELONA, SPAIN

3 Days - Arrive Friday Oct. 19th depart to Nice on Monday the 22nd

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Cotton House Hotel - Autograph Collection

5 star Premier location, in the heart of Barcelona. Located just a few minutes walking from the main highlight of Gaudi and 5 minutes walking to Las Ramblas, Plaza Catalunya and Gothic Area. Smack in between las Ramblas and Sagrada Familia.
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📍 Barcelona Itinerary

🛬 Saturday, September 20 – Arrival & Exploring the Gothic Quarter

✈️ Morning: Arrive in Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)

🚖 Transfer to Hotel: Check-in at W Barcelona (or another Marriott Bonvoy hotel)

🍽 Afternoon:

Lunch at Brunch & Cake or a beachfront spot near Barceloneta
Walk through the Gothic Quarter (Barri Gòtic)
Visit the Barcelona Cathedral Stroll down La Rambla (famous street for people-watching!)
Relax at Plaça Reial (charming square with restaurants & bars)

🌅 Evening:

Sunset drinks at Bunkers del Carmel (panoramic views of Barcelona!)
Dinner at El Nacional (iconic multi-restaurant venue with Spanish cuisine!)

🏛 Sunday, September 21 – Gaudí’s Masterpieces & Montjuïc

☀️ Morning:

Breakfast at Café de l’Academia
Explore Sagrada Família (Pre-book tickets to avoid long lines!)
Walk through Passeig de Gràcia to see Casa Batlló & La Pedrera

🍽 Afternoon:

Lunch at Cervecería Catalana (tapas & local favorites!)
Visit Park Güell (Gaudí’s famous colorful mosaic park!)
Explore Montjuïc Hill (Cable car, Montjuïc Castle, & Magic Fountain show at night!)

🌅 Evening:

Sunset cocktails at Sky Bar at Grand Hotel Central
Dinner at Can Solé (authentic seafood paella!)

🏙 Monday, September 22 – Last-Minute Exploring & Flight to Nice

☀️ Morning:

Breakfast at Granja M. Viader (famous for churros & hot chocolate!)
Quick visit to La Boqueria Market for fresh juice & local bites
Explore Casa Batlló or La Pedrera (if not done on Day 2!)

🍽 Lunch:

Tapas at Tapas 24 before heading to the airport

🚖 2:00 PM: Transfer to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
✈️ 3:25 PM: Flight to Nice (NCE)
⏰ 4:45 PM: Arrive in Nice!

TRAVEL

Barcelona (BCN) to Nice (NCE) on September 22, 2025

Vueling Airlines

⏰ Departure: 3:25 PM (BCN)
⏰ Arrival: 4:45 PM (NCE)
🛫 Flight Duration: 1h 20m

NICE & MONACO, FRANCE

3 Days - Arrive Monday afternoon Oct 22, and Depart Thursday Evening Oct 25th

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AC Hotel Nice

4 Star hotel just two-and-a-half miles from the Nice, Cote d’Azur Airport, AC Hotel Nice is located on a quiet side street of the famed Promenades des Anglais, just a few steps from the beach.

📍 Nice & Monaco Itinerary

🛬 Monday, September 22 – Arrival in Nice

⏰ 4:45 PM – Arrive at Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE)

🚖 5:30 PM – Check-in at Le Méridien Nice(or another Marriott Bonvoy hotel)

🌅 6:30 PM – Sunset stroll along Promenade des Anglais

🍽 7:30 PM – Dinner at Le Plongeoir(restaurant on a rock over the sea!)

🏖 Tuesday, September 23 – Explore Nice & Beach Day

☀️ Morning

Breakfast at Boulangerie Patisserie Jeannot
Walk through Old Town (Vieux Nice) & visit Cours Saleya Market
Hike up Castle Hill (Colline du Château) for the best views

🍽 Afternoon

Lunch at Le Safari (local seafood & Niçoise salad)
Visit Musée Matisse or relax at Blue Beach

🌅 Evening

Sunset drinks at Le Méridien Rooftop Bar
Dinner at Le Chantecler (Michelin-starred French dining)

🚆 Wednesday, September 24 – Day Trip to Monaco

🚄 Morning: Train from Nice to Monaco (30 min)

☀️ 10:00 AM – Monte Carlo Casino Square – See the supercars & stunning architecture

🏰 11:00 AM – Prince’s Palace & Old Town (Le Rocher) – Walk through medieval streets & watch the Changing of the Guard (11:55 AM)

🐠 12:30 PM – Oceanographic Museum – One of the best aquariums in Europe

🍽

1:30 PM – Lunch at Nobu Monte Carlo (or Café de Paris for a classic Monaco vibe!)

🚗 3:00 PM – Walk or drive on part of the Formula 1 Grand Prix track

🏖 4:00 PM – Relax at Larvotto Beach or sip champagne at Nikki Beach Monaco

🥂 5:00 PM – Drinks at Horizon Rooftop Bar (Fairmont Monte Carlo) – stunning sea views

🚆

6:30 PM – Train back to Nice

🍽 8:00 PM – Light dinner at La Petite Maison in Nice

🏰 Thursday, September 25 – Morning in Nice & Flight to Paris

☀️ Morning:

Breakfast at La Petite Maison
Quick visit to Èze Village (stunning clifftop views & Fragonard perfume factory)

🍽 Lunch:

Quick but excellent lunch at Le Bistrot d’Antoine

🚖 3:30 PM: Transfer to Nice Airport (NCE)

✈️ 5:45 PM: Flight to Paris (ORY)

⏰ 7:15 PM: Arrive in Paris!

TRAVEL

Barcelona (BCN) to Nice (NCE) on September 22, 2025

Vueling Airlines

⏰ Departure: 3:25 PM (BCN)
⏰ Arrival: 4:45 PM (NCE)
🛫 Flight Duration: 1h 20m

Amalfi Coast, Naples Italy

3 Days - Arrive Thursday Sep. 25, and Depart Sunday Oct 28th

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Villa Piedimonte

4 Star rated Exceptional by travelers. You'll be within a 10-minute drive of Villa Rufolo and Amalfi Cathedral. After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights include a poolside bar, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.

📍 Amalfi Coast Itinerary

🛬 Monday, September 22 – Arrival in Nice

⏰ 4:45 PM – Arrive at Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE)

🚖 5:30 PM – Check-in at Le Méridien Nice(or another Marriott Bonvoy hotel)

🌅 6:30 PM – Sunset stroll along Promenade des Anglais

🍽 7:30 PM – Dinner at Le Plongeoir(restaurant on a rock over the sea!)

🏖 Tuesday, September 23 – Explore Nice & Beach Day

☀️ Morning

Breakfast at Boulangerie Patisserie Jeannot
Walk through Old Town (Vieux Nice) & visit Cours Saleya Market
Hike up Castle Hill (Colline du Château) for the best views

🍽 Afternoon

Lunch at Le Safari (local seafood & Niçoise salad)
Visit Musée Matisse or relax at Blue Beach

🌅 Evening

Sunset drinks at Le Méridien Rooftop Bar
Dinner at Le Chantecler (Michelin-starred French dining)

🚆 Wednesday, September 24 – Day Trip to Monaco

🚄 Morning: Train from Nice to Monaco (30 min)

☀️ 10:00 AM – Monte Carlo Casino Square – See the supercars & stunning architecture

🏰 11:00 AM – Prince’s Palace & Old Town (Le Rocher) – Walk through medieval streets & watch the Changing of the Guard (11:55 AM)

🐠 12:30 PM – Oceanographic Museum – One of the best aquariums in Europe

🍽

1:30 PM – Lunch at Nobu Monte Carlo (or Café de Paris for a classic Monaco vibe!)

🚗 3:00 PM – Walk or drive on part of the Formula 1 Grand Prix track

🏖 4:00 PM – Relax at Larvotto Beach or sip champagne at Nikki Beach Monaco

🥂 5:00 PM – Drinks at Horizon Rooftop Bar (Fairmont Monte Carlo) – stunning sea views

🚆

6:30 PM – Train back to Nice

🍽 8:00 PM – Light dinner at La Petite Maison in Nice

🏰 Thursday, September 25 – Morning in Nice & Flight to Paris

☀️ Morning:

Breakfast at La Petite Maison
Quick visit to Èze Village (stunning clifftop views & Fragonard perfume factory)

🍽 Lunch:

Quick but excellent lunch at Le Bistrot d’Antoine

🚖 3:30 PM: Transfer to Nice Airport (NCE)

✈️ 5:45 PM: Flight to Paris (ORY)

⏰ 7:15 PM: Arrive in Paris!

TRAVEL

Barcelona (BCN) to Nice (NCE) on September 22, 2025

Vueling Airlines

⏰ Departure: 3:25 PM (BCN)
⏰ Arrival: 4:45 PM (NCE)
🛫 Flight Duration: 1h 20m

Santorini, Greece

3 Days - Arrive Sunday Sep. 29, and Depart Wednesday Oct 1

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Domes Novos Santorini, Autograph Collection

Connected to the island's pulse, yet blissfully apart from crowds, discover Santorini: A timeless blend of volcanic beaches, iconic sunsets, and Cycladic villages. Discover the island's mythic beauty and transformative spirit at Domes Novos Santorini.

📍 Santorini Itinerary

🛬 Monday, September 22 – Arrival in Nice

⏰ 4:45 PM – Arrive at Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE)

🚖 5:30 PM – Check-in at Le Méridien Nice(or another Marriott Bonvoy hotel)

🌅 6:30 PM – Sunset stroll along Promenade des Anglais

🍽 7:30 PM – Dinner at Le Plongeoir(restaurant on a rock over the sea!)

🏖 Tuesday, September 23 – Explore Nice & Beach Day

☀️ Morning

Breakfast at Boulangerie Patisserie Jeannot
Walk through Old Town (Vieux Nice) & visit Cours Saleya Market
Hike up Castle Hill (Colline du Château) for the best views

🍽 Afternoon

Lunch at Le Safari (local seafood & Niçoise salad)
Visit Musée Matisse or relax at Blue Beach

🌅 Evening

Sunset drinks at Le Méridien Rooftop Bar
Dinner at Le Chantecler (Michelin-starred French dining)

🚆 Wednesday, September 24 – Day Trip to Monaco

🚄 Morning: Train from Nice to Monaco (30 min)

☀️ 10:00 AM – Monte Carlo Casino Square – See the supercars & stunning architecture

🏰 11:00 AM – Prince’s Palace & Old Town (Le Rocher) – Walk through medieval streets & watch the Changing of the Guard (11:55 AM)

🐠 12:30 PM – Oceanographic Museum – One of the best aquariums in Europe

🍽

1:30 PM – Lunch at Nobu Monte Carlo (or Café de Paris for a classic Monaco vibe!)

🚗 3:00 PM – Walk or drive on part of the Formula 1 Grand Prix track

🏖 4:00 PM – Relax at Larvotto Beach or sip champagne at Nikki Beach Monaco

🥂 5:00 PM – Drinks at Horizon Rooftop Bar (Fairmont Monte Carlo) – stunning sea views

🚆

6:30 PM – Train back to Nice

🍽 8:00 PM – Light dinner at La Petite Maison in Nice

🏰 Thursday, September 25 – Morning in Nice & Flight to Paris

☀️ Morning:

Breakfast at La Petite Maison
Quick visit to Èze Village (stunning clifftop views & Fragonard perfume factory)

🍽 Lunch:

Quick but excellent lunch at Le Bistrot d’Antoine

🚖 3:30 PM: Transfer to Nice Airport (NCE)

✈️ 5:45 PM: Flight to Paris (ORY)

⏰ 7:15 PM: Arrive in Paris!