XPOST Paris vs Amalfi Coast

We're planning our honeymoon and as it stands right now we're thinking of booking a 2-week trip to Paris, Venice, Florence, and Rome..... But we're considering replacing Paris with the Amalfi Coast.... FH has already been to the other 3 places we're going (and wants to go again) but I want to make the right choice about Paris or Amalfi because it would be the only part of the trip that would be new to him....

Please help with this decision... I have alot of questions and would appreciate suggestions and advice from anyone who's been to or researched these regions....

1) Which is more romantic for a honeymoon? Paris or the Amalfi Coast?

2) Our honeymoon would be in the very beginning of April (wedding is March 27) so considering the weather, would the Amalfi coast be a good idea? (I've heard it's primarily a beach region and it wouldn't be beach weather in April)

3) No offense to anyone, but a friend of mine said that when she went to Paris, she was denied service several times because she was American and that people were rude to her... Has anyone else had this experience??... (If this happened to us while we were there, FH would be in a bad mood and wanting to leave the whole time LOL)

4) Please share your experience in these places, where you stayed, what you did, etc....


Sorry this is so long and i'm sorry for all the questions, but I'm having a really hard time with this decision and i really need some help.....

Thanks!!

Maria

I went to Paris and did not experience anything, but then again I was only there for 2 days (it was spontaneous, while I was in Spain). I have heard stories though about people being rude to Americans.

I'm also biased b/c I'm doing Amalfi during our HM to Italy. I guess it depends what you want. While you may not think it's warm enough to take a dip in the beach, the vistas will be spectacular. You can also take a trip to Capri, the Grotto, Pompeii..or if you want to see huge landmarks, go to Pairs.

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Posted by Diana508

I went to Paris and did not experience anything, but then again I was only there for 2 days (it was spontaneous, while I was in Spain). I have heard stories though about people being rude to Americans.

I'm also biased b/c I'm doing Amalfi during our HM to Italy. I guess it depends what you want. While you may not think it's warm enough to take a dip in the beach, the vistas will be spectacular. You can also take a trip to Capri, the Grotto, Pompeii..or if you want to see huge landmarks, go to Pairs.

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Thanks!! Are you going in May? Do you know what there is to do if we're not going to the beach? This is my biggest concern.... I want to make sure we'll have plenty to do and see, romantic dinners, walks, etc... even if we can't go to the beach!!

I would def do the Amalfi Coast over Paris. I havent been to the Amalfi Coat but I have been to Paris & really did not enjoy myself...I actually wanted to leave. The Parisians were incredibly rude & I did't like the food...I basically ate croissants & bread the whole time I was there. However, my FILs went to Paris & loved it. To each his own I guess....but I would do the Amalfi Coast!

i would TOTALLY go to Paris. i was there in the beginning of April and it was beautiful, jeans and a cute top and walking shoes and i was so comfy. it was nice to be able to walk around the city and not sweat to death! the sites are so amazing and romantic, i took a day trip to versailles, the gardens are gorgeous! paris is so romantic. the tower and the gardens surrounding it, the shopping, great night life, great food and WINE! i would go back in a heart beat.

if your HM was in say JUNE i would say go to amalfi bc you will be able to enjoy the coast, but it will be chilly, especially on the water.

the amalfi coast is gorgeous but ROCKY beaches and it will be too cold to go to the beach in April.

Florence is amazing, SO romantic and lots to do and see. MAKE SURE YOU TAKE A DAY TRIP TO EITHER SIENA OR SAN GIMIGNANO. (its about an hour train trip-- totally worth it) very old world tuscany. the san lorenzo market it great for shopping and tons of great restuarants. DO NOT go to typical tourist restuarants. your best bet is go down a side road, and if they dont speak english just point to what you want on the menu. the food is SO good and much cheaper! (stayed at the hotel baglioni - VERY close to the train station- great spot, close to all)

Rome - tip- spend the extra money on a hotel that is close to everything. )near the trevi fountain would be good!) there is A LOT of walking, wear good comfy shoes. rome at night is also very romantic. the trevi fountain is beautiful at night. go get some gelato and enjoy the atmosphere. (stayed at the hotel cosmopolita)

VENICE! LOVE IT. take the water take over to Murano and go to a glass blowing factory-- SO COOL! and if you have time take the water taxi to LIDO. omg- soo pretty! looks like its out of a movie. great pizza too! omg st marks square at night is like no other. when i was there (july) there was one orchestra on one side and one on the other and they were alternating who played songs, outdoor cafes and restaurants, artists selling their work in the square. the bell tower, uhhhh youre going to LOVE it!!!!! - stay at a hotel close to st marks square. venice can get very confusing, hard to navigate. i stayed at hotel san marco. great spot.



ETA: i did not experience any rudeness AT ALL! all french people want is for you to TRY to accept their culture. say please and thank you in french and you will be fine!
the only issue we mad was the men. i went with my friends and we were followed to the bars by a few young men, whistling at us and all that.. we actually found a group of american guys and asked them to come out with us. we were fine after that. but im sure you wont have that problem being that you will be with your hubby!
oo and watch out for pick pocketers in the major tourist areas!

my advice, GET GOOD MAPS! and just make yourself familiar with the cities before you go. dont get wrapped up in finding good restaurants, theyre ALL GOOD. just make sure you know where the major sites are compared to where you hotel is. and do a little history research on WHAT you will be looking at, trust me, you will appreciate everything sooooo much more.

HTH! sorry its sooo long. if you have any more questions FM me. im happy to help!