If you can post the question twice, I can post the answer twice.

VENICE! October is the perfect time to visit Venice. It is the most romantic and glorious place in the world, bar none. What could compare to Piazza San Marco, The Grand Canal, the food, the gondolas, the people. No comparison, no place like it. Ciao. (no it's not Leone).

P.S. The canals may smell in the hot humid days of July-August but definitely not in October.

MAUI! The most beautiful and romantic place on earth. We honeymooned there and there is nothing that compares to a Maui sunset on a secluded beach.

Good idea Ah Ven.
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Carrie, I thought the "rule of thumb" was "Propose in Venice-Honeymoon in Hawaii"?

I assume you mean Venice, Italy and not California?

Been to all 3 places and you can't go wrong with either the Italian or Hawaiian locations.

We did Venice in Oct.'00 and the weather was nice and other than when a cruise ship came in, it wasn't too crowded, especially when you take a walk across Piazza San Marco late at night in a gentle mist while some jazz bands are playing in the background.

But, Kauai for a h'moon is also hard to beat.

Good luck either way.
Ciao bella and Mahalo,
Kal

Without a doubt - Venice, Italy.

To me, even though I love both places, it's an easy choice. If you want to swim, snorkel, and relax, go to Hawaii. If you want to be surrounded by buildings, shop, and NOT go swimming, go to Venice!

Venice - with out a doubt.

Yet another vote for Venice... but while you're there try to get down to Florence, also.... another great place for a honeymoon, since the whole city is like an open-air art gallery/museum.

I vote for Venice! Ask a Venetian and s/he would probably vote for Hawaii. It's always the other side of the fence that looks more exotic and romantic!

Having been to Venice 6 times and Hawaii
islands 4 times for me if I was only allowed one trip to either place I would ALWAYS pick venice Italy first!
Magic can not be duplicated even by very nice beaches. MAGIC is Venice!

For total relaxation, Hawaii! Specifically, Kauai, but Maui is great too and has more to do. Venice is wonderful, but Kauai has it beat for relaxation. Both are very romantic.

Saw on the news the other night that they are warning Americans of possible terrorist activity in Italy. They named several cities to watch out for and I believe Venice was one of them. Check w/state dept. web site to double check.

You don't say if you've ever been to Venice...personally, when I go to a major city in Europe for the first time, I feel obligated to tour the heck out of it, see as much as I can, etc., which is great fun and stimulating, but not exactly relaxing. Return trips are more easeful. Whereas, I found the overall vibe on all the Hawaiian islands I've visited to be restful, laid back, warm and inviting. So the choice here is between the old world beauty and romance of Venice, or the beautiful and romantic sloth of Hawaii--very tough call!

Did Hawaii for the honeymoon. It allows you to do as much or little as you want. Plenty of time to relax. With Europe I feel compelled to see museums and walk and there is figuring out trains and language barriers. Hawaii is low maintenance. We are off to Italy for our 4th honeymoon next month though.

Went to Hawaii on a 2-week honeymoon a number of years ago. Went to Venice last year. For relaxation, the choice is easy - Hawaii - or if you are just a beach person. (Still my wife feels she didn't relax much in Hawaii because I am such a sightseer). For overall romance and something even more special, I would go with Venice. It would be my choice if I did it over again. Venice can be quite crowded and tiring, but not if you do it right. Allow yourself enough days not to have to rush around - at least five to really take it easy. Get out early once or twice, even if it is your honeymoon, and beat the crowds at places like Piazza San Marco and vacinity. Also allow some time to get out to the islands (Burano, Torcello, Murano) or other less hectic places. If you do pick Hawaii, try to stay on the same island for at least four full days. We visited four islands, and while I don't regret it at all (as I am a sightseer more than a relaxer), it did involve a lot of moving around.

This person probably all ready has married. Look at the dates!

So what?

So what? Thats what!

Another MENSA member speaks.

The person who brought this thread up is going on her 4th honeymoon. Would that be to 4 different husbands? or is every vacation with your current husband a honeymoon?

This is not one of the choices you mentioned, but not far from Venice. I'd recommend going to Salo, Italy on the Italian Riviera, about an hour or less from Venice. It is one of the most romantic spots you could imagine. An Italian village on the water that gives you hourly water rides to numerous other incredibly romantic and interesting towns on the lake, as well as day tours to Venice. Very charming,picturesque and great food. I'd suggest going by train to Venice to spend time and see it since it is really wonderful, possibly stay overnight, but it is very expensive and can be more hectic than romantic. Either way you can't go wrong with Italy! Best wishes

Lyn, I think you're confused about your names.
The Italian Riviera is all the way over on the other side of the country from Venice, much farther away than an hour's drive.
It is the part of Italy over by Monaco, on the north end of the Ligurian Sea.
If you're referring to Lake Garda, that's not the Italian Riviera.
And Garda, while nice, is not most people's favorite Lakes Region lake (though that doesn't make it less desirable, to be sure). Lakes Como, Lugano and Orta draw quite a bit more praise for their charm and romantic character.
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These places are as different as night and day. What you would prefer would depend on what you wanted out of a honeymoon. Only you can answer that and only you can decide.

Whichever way you go, I'm sure you'll have a great time.

I had to make this same decision (Italy vs. Hawaii) for our honeymoon in August 2002. Despite the incredible ambience of Venice, I would have to say Hawaii is better for honeymooning. The main reason is that if the honeymoon occurs immediately after the wedding, relaxing and recovery are easier to do on Hawaii. No passport needed - just rent a car and you're set.

Kauai is the most romantic spot with lush greenery and natural scenery. Stay at the Hyatt on Poipu Beach if you can afford it! Guaranteed to be a phenomenal honeymoon if you go there. Would definitely take a helicopter tour, see the Canyon, North Shore (Hanalei) area, and if you're the adventurous type - take the day-hike option on the Na Pali Coast trail. The journey to Hankapiai Beach and Falls was well worth the effort!

Everyone look at the dates on this thread. Not only have they gotten married, been on thier honeymoon, they are probably divorced by now.

Fred, have you ever planned a wedding, bud?
The original post is only 6 months old.
Many people start planning honeymoons well over a year in advance.
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