The Delta Queen Steamship, the sternwheel steamship built in 1926 and listed as a U.S. historic landmark, has announced her retirement—in November of 2008 – giving you the chance for a truly memorable honeymoon trip. The gracious river boat, now owned by Majestic America Line cruises plies America's inland waterways, including the Mississippi, Ohio, and Tennessee Rivers.
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Nashville, the capital of Tennessee, is America’s "Music City". Home to scores of recording studios and hundreds of country music stars, Nashville offers a wealth of music attractions as well as the historic home of President Andrew Jackson, the Hermitage. Nashville is a thriving metropolis with over 550,000 residents and is a major publishing and health care industry hub. The city straddles the curving Cumberland River, and Nashville’s downtown waterfront is filled with restaurants, shops, and restful parkland.
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It's your honeymoon and you want to take everything you own – plus a few things you just bought. However, airline, tour, and cruise restrictions allow you only a limited amount of luggage. Plus, how fair is it to make your new spouse carry your steamer trunks all around the airport or train station? To avoid over-packing for your honeymoon, you need to have a plan. Consider the follow tips:
1. Plan for lost luggage. Make sure to pack a few things in a carry-on bag just in case your luggage is delayed a day or two. Lost luggage is a relatively rare occurrence considering all of the bags the airlines process each day, but a beach is not much fun without your bathing suit and buying what you need at your destination can eat into your travel funds. It's also not a bad idea to divide your things between your two suitcases – half of your clothes in one and half in the other. That way if one bag gets lost, you both will still have clothes to wear.
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Known throughout the world, California's Napa Valley lives up to its glowing press. The Northern California wine region is home to hundreds of wineries, sensational scenery, romantic restaurants, and cozy bed and breakfast inns. America's premiere wine district, Napa Valley is just a short drive from the San Francisco Bay area and boasts plenty to do for visitors of all ages and interests.
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Petra, recently named one of New Seven Wonders of the World, is a city carved out of the limestone amidst the desert in southern Jordan. The fabled "red rose" city of Nabataea, was covered by the desert and "lost" to the western world from the 14th to the 19th century. Because of this, the site is amazingly well preserved and now welcomes visitors, including intrepid couples on their honeymoons.
Petra's History
The city of Petra dates back to the 6th century BC, when it was the thriving capital of the Nabatean Empire, and later a vital trading link in the Roman Empire. More on Try Petra for an Exotic Honeymoon
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The Borgata Hotel Casino and Spa in Atlantic City is a 43-story mega-resort and home to the expansive, 50,000-square foot Toccare Spa – the biggest such facility in this vibrant East Coast resort city. This deluxe hideaway is the perfect place to spend a honeymoon and to escape from the casinos, crowds, and demands of daily life. Located away from the bustle of the boardwalk, this beautiful facility features a soothing wood and marble interior, candlelit soaking tubs, and a full menu of relaxing spa treatments.
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Costa Cruise Lines' new flagship, the Costa Serena, debuted at the end of May with a voyage from Savona Italy to Marseilles France. The 1465-passenger vessel is the largest cruise ship ever built in Italy and features a two-level spa, over 500 balcony cabins, and 87 Samsara suites that have direct access to the spa. In short, it's a great place for a pamper honeymoon.
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Dominican Republic all-inclusive vacation rentals are an ideal way to enjoy your honeymoon on this lush and friendly country without spending a fortune. The Dominican Republic, which makes up about 2/3 of the Caribbean island of Hispaniola, lies just west of Puerto Rico and east of Jamaica. The country is known for its dramatic landscape, white sand beaches, and myriad of active sports.
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Chamonix is located in eastern France at the foot of Mt. Blanc, the highest mountain in Europe. It is a town, a commune (similar in an American state), and a winter sports resort. Once a sleeping mountain village, Chamonix plays host to over 5 million visitors each year. It's also a lovely and romantic place to spend your honeymoon.
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San Antonio, located in south central Texas combines the conveniences of a big city with the charm and ease of a small town. In addition, San Antonio is affordable, easy to get to, and filled with history and culture. In short, it's a perfect place for a honeymoon.
History
San Antonio was once home to a variety of Native American tribes. In 1691, Spanish traders and missionaries began to arrive. More on Sultry San Antonio
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