The Honeymoon of Your Dreams
This
travel expert shares the most popular destinations for Milwaukee couples.
JILLIAN GIBAS OF JLJ TRAVEL has booked honeymoons across the world for dozens of local couples. She plans trips down to the last detail, from finding the right hotel to clueing the couple in on their destination’s hidden gems.
Each trip starts with a complimentary consultation, after which the couple fills out a questionnaire explaining exactly what their dream honeymoon looks like. “I spend hours and hours per day planning and coordinating trips for clients,” Gibas says. “What I know goes beyond what you’ll find in a Google search or what you can ask a family friend. With me, you’re in good hands.”
Here are the three global destinations Gibas says are most popular for honeymoons.
SPAIN
Gibas books trips across Spain, most frequently the coastal city of Barcelona. Overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, the city combines beautiful historic sites; modern, trendy art destinations; and a vibrant nightlife. The beaches are unmatched, and couples can spend days exploring the scenic locale.
ITALY
From the Amalfi coast to Rome, Sorrento and Florence, Italy is always one of Gibas’ couples’ most frequent destinations. The coastal clifftops of Sorrento boast abundant accommodations with remarkable views, while Florence is home to such landmarks as the Duomo and the Accademia Gallery, where you can see Michelangelo’s David.
MEXICO
Cancún, Puerto Vallarta and Los Cabos are the three most popular Mexican spots for honeymooners, according to Gibas. The resort towns offer immaculate beaches, luxury accommodations and plenty of opportunity to explore history and local culture.
Book a trip with JLJ Travel at jlj-travel.com.
FOUR GREAT WISCONSIN MINI-MOONS
Looking for a quick getaway after your nuptials while saving up for a bigger trip? Or maybe you just want a lower-key honeymoon? Well, Wisconsin has plenty to offer. Consider these four destinations, each an easy drive away.
LAC LAWRANN CONSERVANCY, WEST BEND
Escape to West Bend’s Lac Lawrann Conservancy for a romantic day in nature. The 145-acre nature preserve is home to over 300 species of plants and over 200 species of birds, plus many other animals, such as beavers and badgers. Hand in hand, you and your new spouse can explore 4 miles of trails through prairie and wetlands, along ponds and through a red pine plantation. laclawrann.org
THE ASHBROOKE HOTEL, EGG HARBOR
Door County is Honeymoon 101 in Wisconsin. Ideal for a romantic getaway, the Ashbrooke Hotel is one of the finest spots from which to enjoy everything the region has to offer, from scenic lake views to the beautiful Peninsula State Park to the dozens of quaint shops and delicious restaurants. ashbrooke.net
HAWKS VIEW COTTAGES, FOUNTAIN CITY
Wisconsin’s Driftless Area is a hidden gem in the western half of the state, full of rolling hills and running creeks. This Fountain City lodging destination offers cozy hillside cottages on a woodland bluff, with a view of the Mississippi River. Hawks View is the place to go for a secluded honeymoon away from the madding crowd. hawksview.net
ROAD AMERICA, ELKHART LAKE
Enjoy a thrilling getaway to Elkhart Lake’s racing destination. A short drive from the resort town and its plentiful lodging and shopping options, Road America is one of the fastest tracks in the nation and frequently hosts national racing events. You can also book a “sunset cruise” and take to the track in your own vehicle. roadamerica.com
