Romantic European Getaways - Iceland, UK, Russia, And Italy

How many years are you married? When was the last time you spend enough time with your wife or husband in a romantic place? Perhaps that was years ago and so you need to spice up your life a little. Don't worry because in this article, you will find out about the exciting and romantic European getaways that you can check out.

To start with, why don't you visit Reykjavik in Iceland? Yes... Iceland. The first thing that might cross your mind is that Iceland is not a romantic place for couples. Well, you're wrong because Europe is not just limited to Paris or Venice. If you love the nightlife, you will surely love Reykjavik because of the best restaurants and nightlife. It can be a fun experience and at the same time, a romantic one. Despite the 'cold' connotation of the country's name, the capital city offers complete relaxation for couples. You can check out the geothermal pool called Blue Lagoon which has many health benefits. You can both unwind and relax in the water. There are also massage and spa treatments available within the city. If you go there from September to April, you will be able to see the famous Northern Lights. It is a spectacular natural display that you can only witness in the northern hemisphere.

South Wales in UK boasts of stunning coastal areas and rolling hills. There are holiday cottages surrounding the area where couples can stay. You can explore places like Swansea, Cardiff, and the Brecon Beacons National. Go shopping and when night falls, you can already have fun in the various nightly establishments. You can also find medieval castles like the Caerphilly Castle which happens to be one of the largest castles in UK and it also features a leaning tower.

Russia is also a great place for romantic getaways. The czars of Russia lived in St. Petersburg. You can find cultural amenities and historic buildings in the city which lies along Neva River. The most popular attractions are the Winter Palace and Hermitage Museum. Millions of tourists visit these places every year because there you can find more than 3 million art works by Rembrandt, Monet, and da Vinci. The museums also house relics and artifacts from east and central Asia. If you go there, don't forget to drop by at Peter the Great's summer residence in Peterhof. Take a stroll in the picturesque gardens and fountains within the palace grounds. You can also spend a night out and watch ballet shows at Mariinski Theater.

Verona in Italy is an exciting location for weekend vacations. Couples can experience the feel of 'Romeo and Juliet' in this very romantic place. Try to visit Villa Capeletti because this is the supposed home of Shakespeare's heroine, Juliet. You can find a marble balcony there and below is a bronze statue of the tragic heroine. The house of 'Romeo' is just nearby, the Via Arche Scaligere. The two buildings are authentic and very real. You will have the chance to experience the romantic setting of the novel. Watch opera at Verona Arena and this will complete your romantic getaway.

Europe is a large continent and it can be a bit difficult to choose the best location for your romantic European getaway. Now that you know some of the interesting places, why don't you check them out as a couple?