A Romantic Honeymoon Or Anniversary Getaway For the Ages

You’re excited about your honeymoon or your wedding anniversary and you want to plan your vacation around it, but you have no idea where to go for the romantic getaway of a lifetime. Well, don’t worry about it. I’ve got you covered. I just spent all morning planning the picture perfect getaway for you and your spouse. I’m going to suggest the picturesque U.S. eastern seaboard. You can start either in Maine and go south, or in Florida and go north. If you happen to be stuck right smack in the middle, maybe you can go north or south for an abbreviated trip.

1. I’ve got to start somewhere so let me begin in Melbourne Beach, Florida at the Port d’Hiver Bed and Breakfast. This place is Old Florida luxury at its finest. There are expansive private porches from which you have a glorious view of the Atlantic. The Palm Beach Post recommends this B & B in glowing terms for its lodgings, its “breakfasts fit for royalty, and concierge service to rival anything in a five-star resort.” I started salivating when I read of their tropical fruit salad, fresh raspberry and white chocolate scones, Italian egg strata, julienned ham, and vanilla custard French toast topped with cinnamon apples and maple syrup.

2. Casually head north out of Florida through Georgia, and stop in Charleston, South Carolina at the Battery Carriage House. The Carriage House is considered among the most romantic of Charleston’s inns and the moment you pass through its ornate iron gates, you will understand why. Built in 1843, Ft. Sumter and stately Civil War cannons stand on one side and the Charleston Harbor on the other. After a private breakfast served in your room, you can explore Charleston’s charm by horse and carriage if you like. Meander the serene streets of the historic district. Then return to the Inn for homemade cookies and sweet Southern tea. (more…)