As one of the southernmost regions of Italy, Puglia is an ideal honeymoon destination. Or even simply the next place you and your significant other can travel to in order to have some much-needed romantic alone time. The peace, serenity, natural beauty, and isolated energy of the place will inspire intimacy and passion in the hottest ways. Not to mention allow you to get to know your partner better as well. Whichever it is, Puglia is undoubtedly a romantic region that can help strengthen your relationship with your partner. Especially if you do some of these couple-ready activities in the region!
When it comes to classic date night ideas, a candlelight dinner is almost always on top of the list. But what about when that candlelight dinner is inside a cave? Won't that make the date even more exciting? Here in Puglia, it definitely is. Especially if you go to Grotta Palazzese! Offering up the best of the best in local food, the Grotta Palazzese Restaurant is among the finest foodie hotspots in the city. But, of course, what makes it stand out is the fact that the establishment is nestled inside a beautiful cave and grotto in Polignano a Mare.
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Escape To Polignano a Mare
Speaking of Polignano a Mare, one of the many
beautiful towns of Puglia, escaping to this place is definitely a honeymoon must-do. If you want to retreat to a more intimate and idyllic part of the region, there's no better place than this. Although it's not exactly the most peaceful Apulian town as it is a popular tourist hotspot, there are still some corners here in this coastal city where you can get as much privacy as possible. And while you're at it, don't miss the iconic Cala Porto beach as well. Another romantic (albeit often crowded) spot in Polignano a Mare that's worthy of taking a snapshot for Instagram!
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Swim at Poetry Cave
Puglia has some of the best beaches in southern Italy. Many might even argue that they're also some of the finest in all of Italy and the entire Mediterranean. But be that as it may, the grottos in this are also just as, if not more noteworthy. The most famous of which is definitely '
Grotta della Poesia,' or Poetry Cave. An astoundingly beautiful aquamarine grotto located near the city of Lecce that's so hidden, it's easy to overlook it if you didn't know about the place. Of course, such an inconspicuous spot makes for a great place for intimate romance.
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See The Trulli of Alberobello
If there's one place in Puglia that's famous all around the world, it's Alberobello. Or more specifically, the
Trulli of Alberobello, pertaining to the stone-roofed whitewashed homes in the city. You won't find such unique structures anywhere else in the world, and the fact that they're all so neatly organized with starting symmetry makes them even more of an architectural and infrastructural marvel. Looking at these homes, both from afar and exploring the town itself is a great way to spend time with your significant other. Hand-in-hand, you can get to know more about this
UNESCO Heritage site, which will one day be a pleasant memory you both won't soon forget!
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Explore The Whitewashed Town of Ostuni
Speaking of whitewashed towns, Ostuni is definitely one you ought to explore together as well. This stark white city, brimming with lots of sunshine and culture, is your quintessential scenic rural Italian town. There's nothing stopping you from having a date where you simply walk around Ostuni and bask in its Mediterranean beauty. At every corner, there's always something new to discover or a secret hideaway that's perfect for a romantic rendezvous. And if you want to know more about the beautiful culture of southern Italy, there are
lots of places that can show and teach you!
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Ride a Vintage Car All Throughout Puglia
When spending a romantic honeymoon (or holiday) with your beloved in Italy, it's borderline impossible you won't experience something that you've probably seen in the movies. After all, the chance of getting a cinematic romance in this country is at an all-time high. A great idea, especially here in Puglia, is to rent a vintage car and just drive and drive until it runs out of grass. This stunning destination offers lots of natural beauty and idyllic towns where simply seeing them as you zoom by is already romantic enough. Don’t worry, with the help of a
transportation app, it’ll be easy to rent a vintage car here.
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Watch The Sunset at An Apulian Coast
As cliché as it may seem, watching the sunset will always be romantic. And it'll be even more so if you do it by an Apulian coast. As already mentioned, many of the region's beaches are second to none when it comes to the scenic beauty. Just seeing them in the daytime might already fill you up with all sorts of emotions, what more when you watch th sun go down here? Be it on the sandy beaches or the high cliffs at the edge of the coastal cities, watching the sunset with your significant other in Puglia can help you fall deeper in love with each other!
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To say that Puglia is a romantic destination is a huge understatement. In this southern region of Italy, there's a lot you can do to further strengthen your relationship with your significant other. Who knows? You might end up even more in love than ever before!
