Honeymoon in Paris

For those who are in love, Paris is a natural choice of destination for your honeymoon. The very air of the city seems to be scented with romance and the beauty of the city takes the breath away.

If one wished to do nothing more than to laze and get to know each other they could do that. On a honeymoon, it is understood that couples will want to spend most of their time just delighting in each other’s company. Some couples opt only to come out for fresh air and for a good meal; and the food in France is excellent.

Some want to go to the Eiffel Tower and just enjoy the beautiful view. The tower is a magnificent landmark and it is a great way to get an overview of the city. Many couples have pledged their troth at this historic monument and the feeling seems to linger and be savored by all those who visit.

Paris is a city for the senses. There is beauty everywhere. It can be seen, heard, tasted, smelled and touched. Surrounded with so much beauty, how can a couple not fall even deeper in love?

Art lovers can take their time and bask in the beauty of the masterpieces in the Museum d’Louvre. Whether it is to see the Mona Lisa or any of the other paintings and sculptures, a day in the Louvre is not enough. Of course there is also the Museum D’Orsay and the Museum Rodin to visit while you are in the city.

The Jardin des Halles are a great place to just relax and enjoy nature. If you want to see more formal landscapes, the Luxembourg Gardens would be the place to go. For a picnic, the Pac de la Villette is a good place to go.

Take a stroll down the Champs Elysees and stop at one of the cafes. The Champs Elysees is central to much of what happens in the city. If you are in the city during Bastille Day or at the time of the Tour de France, this is the place to be.

Music is a part of most of us. If jazz is what you enjoy then coming to Paris between the months of May to July would be best. In fact, the best time to come would be in June, for the Fete de la Musique. At this time, almost every venue, cafe and street corner will have musicians performing. It is absolutely wonderful!

There are also hundreds of things to do from biking to ferry rides. There is Disneyland Paris and Euro Disney. There is the theater, opera and ballet for those who are so inclined. There are also night clubs and many, many wonderful restaurants. The cuisine in France is absolutely perfect!

There is nothing like Paris. It is a wonderful city in which to start your married life in. Its beauty and wonders will add richness to your honeymoon that will make it truly a memory to treasure all your days.

Weddings Inspired by France

Have you always dreamed of getting married in romantic Paris? With the moonlight shining and the Louvre in the background, it must be a magnificent sight! Too bad the budget won’t accommodate your actually having your nuptials there and have your family present at the same time.

Don’t be sad. If you can’t go to Paris for your wedding, why not bring Paris to you? With a little creativity and some help from the experts, you can have a Paris inspired wedding without the extreme cost of transporting everyone there.

Paris is a city of romance. Bring a touch of that romance to your wedding by having it in the moonlight. Why not have a tent to protect you and your guests from the coolness of the night, as well as from inclement weather. There are now tents that are clear or almost gauzelike so that you can see the stars shining above you.

You may not be in France but that doesn’t mean you can’t have french food. How about having fromage as an appetizer instead of butter and rolls? Cheese is a favorite in France and is considered a course all on its own. You may also want to have pate de foie gras as well. Oysters have long been considered aphrodisiacs, and you definitely want your groom stimulated for the wedding night, right?

A Salade Niçoise would make for an interesting salad dish. Escargot is an acquired taste but definitely delicious if your guests don’t mind eating snails. Coq Au Vin is another favorite and not as startling to those of your guests not used to exotic dishes. If you want to give your guests something more familiar to eat, how about a steak au poivre.

Don’t forget the wines! The French are famous for this and it makes sense to have at least some wine flow at your nuptials if you want to stay in theme. If nothing else, champagne for your toasts will be present.

Dessert is always supposed to be the perfect finish to a meal. Crepes are a healthy and beautiful favorite. Chocolate Mousse and Baba au Rhum are also favorites. There are so many pastries to choose from, it will really be up to your taste in desserts in the end that will determine what treats to close the meal with.

The Eiffel Tower or the Louvre are too big to transport. But you can have a similar feel if you have your wedding high up on a hilltop so you get a good view of the city. Lighting and creative construction by a good crew can create a fake pyramid behind you. That will make for interesting pictures and a bit of dramatic effect for your reception.

Of course a key element will be the music. France has a very deep musical culture. The variety is quite wide. Unless you are very familiar with their music, you may want to ask for some assistance in choosing the appropriate songs to play at your reception. Unless you speak french you may end up with a song that has a great beat but without your realizing may be a song about breaking up. Definitely not something to play at your wedding.

It always pays to consult professionals. Hiring them can take a major load off your shoulders if you want to pull off something authentic since you will need truly inspired people to work on a theme such as this. It may cost you a bit more but the results can be worth it.