{"id":43538,"date":"2016-08-11T07:00:08","date_gmt":"2016-08-11T06:00:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wdie.wedding-dates.com\/?p=43538"},"modified":"2021-04-23T15:39:12","modified_gmt":"2021-04-23T14:39:12","slug":"ultimate-honeymoon-roadtrips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/weddingdates.ie\/blog\/ultimate-honeymoon-roadtrips\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Honeymoon Roadtrips To Put On Your Bucket List"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Because sometimes the journey really is the best part of the whole trip!<\/p>\n<p>Some of my favourite bloggers have been roadtrippin&#8217; it up during summer 2016. And, it has got me in a serious state of wanderlust.<\/p>\n<p>Inspired by the open road, here&#8217;s my top five honeymoon roadtrips to add to your bucket list.<\/p>\n<h2>The Wild Atlantic Way &#8211; Ireland<\/h2>\n<p><center><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-43552\" src=\"https:\/\/weddingdates-wp-ie.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com\/2016\/07\/jk.png\" alt=\"jk\" width=\"476\" height=\"577\" srcset=\"https:\/\/weddingdates.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/jk.png 476w, https:\/\/weddingdates.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/jk-247x300.png 247w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 476px) 100vw, 476px\" \/><\/center><\/p>\n<p>It would be sheer madness not to include <a href=\"http:\/\/www.wildatlanticway.com\/home\">The Wild Atlantic Way<\/a> in the top five. Right on our very own doorstep &#8211; this is a fabulous option for those on a budget who may be opting for a mini moon.<\/p>\n<p>Over 2,500km of spectacular and diverse coastline stretching from West Cork up to the very tip of Donegal&#8217;s shores. Untamed beauty, rugged landscapes and full of Irish charm &#8211; what is not to love!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Don&#8217;t Miss:<\/strong> The Cliffs of Moher, The Burren and Connemara.<\/p>\n<h2>The Big Sur &#8211; California<\/h2>\n<p><center><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-43546\" src=\"https:\/\/weddingdates-wp-ie.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com\/2016\/07\/Capture.png\" alt=\"Retro Flame - The Big Sur\" width=\"513\" height=\"576\" srcset=\"https:\/\/weddingdates.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Capture.png 513w, https:\/\/weddingdates.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Capture-267x300.png 267w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 513px) 100vw, 513px\" \/><\/center><\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re honeymooning it up in San Fran, a jaunt up the infamous Highway 1 is highly recommended. The stunning scenic route hugs the Pacific Ocean and the unique micro-climate of the region provides some enchanting sights. <\/p>\n<p>The area is a tourist trap, with many people rushing their journey to make time. Don&#8217;t rush and try to wander off the beaten track at times to enhance your Big Sur experience.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Don&#8217;t Miss:<\/strong> McWay Falls and Pfeiffer Beach.<\/p>\n<h2>The Great Ocean Road &#8211; Australia<\/h2>\n<p><center><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-43549\" src=\"https:\/\/weddingdates-wp-ie.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com\/2016\/07\/hjhj.png\" alt=\"The Great Ocean Road\" width=\"595\" height=\"444\" srcset=\"https:\/\/weddingdates.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/hjhj.png 595w, https:\/\/weddingdates.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/hjhj-300x224.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 595px) 100vw, 595px\" \/><\/center><\/p>\n<p>Summer Bay ain&#8217;t got nothing on this beaut! If you&#8217;re the ultimate adrenaline junkie, countless misty waterfalls scuba diving and surf breaks will keep you entertained on your journey.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Don&#8217;t Miss:<\/strong> The Twelve Apostles<\/p>\n<h2>The Amalfi Coast &#8211; Italy<\/h2>\n<p><center><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-43553\" src=\"https:\/\/weddingdates-wp-ie.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com\/2016\/07\/nlnn.png\" alt=\"Positano\" width=\"596\" height=\"573\" srcset=\"https:\/\/weddingdates.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/nlnn.png 596w, https:\/\/weddingdates.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/nlnn-300x288.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 596px) 100vw, 596px\" \/><\/center><\/p>\n<p>The winding roads are a novelty in themselves, hiring scooters to navigate your way along the coast is a must. <\/p>\n<p>Glistening waters, colourful villages and some of the most beautiful Catholic churches in the world makes the Amalfi Coast one of the most romantic places on Earth. Don&#8217;t even get me started on the food!!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Don&#8217;t Miss:<\/strong> The flower-filled streets of Positano and Bagni della Regina Giovanni &#8211; pack lunch and take a dip in the peaceful lagoon outside the town of Sorrento.<\/p>\n<h2>Route 66 &#8211; USA<\/h2>\n<p><center><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-43544\" src=\"https:\/\/weddingdates-wp-ie.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com\/2016\/07\/asd.png\" alt=\"Route 66\" width=\"593\" height=\"442\" srcset=\"https:\/\/weddingdates.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/asd.png 593w, https:\/\/weddingdates.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/asd-300x224.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 593px) 100vw, 593px\" \/><\/center><\/p>\n<p>The mother of all road trips. Route 66 is probably the easiest to plan as many travel agents offer special rate packages.<\/p>\n<p>Covering eight states from Illinois to California, this will suit you perfectly if you&#8217;re hoping to squeeze tonnes of USA highlights into your trip. Full of totally weird and wonderful attractions, you certainly won&#8217;t be bored!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Don&#8217;t Miss:<\/strong> Springfield, Illinois for its random only-in-America attractions such as Shea&#8217;s Gas Station and kitschy American diners such as the Snow-Cap Drive In at Seligman, Arizona.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Image Credits:<\/strong> The Wild Atlantic Way &#8211; Julia Engel (Gal Meets Glam) Instagram; The Big Sur &#8211; Erika Fox (Retro Flame) Instagram; The Great Ocean Road &#8211; Jean Cotter (A Spoonful of Travel) Instagram; The Amalfi Coast &#8211; Ciara Moore Instagram; Route 66 &#8211; Instagram.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Because sometimes the journey really is the best part of the whole trip! Some of my favourite bloggers have been roadtrippin&#8217; it up during summer 2016. And, it has got me in a serious state of wanderlust. Inspired by the open road, here&#8217;s my top five honeymoon roadtrips to add to your bucket list. 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