What Falling in Love Feels Like- Chandani’s honeymoon trip to Spain and Italy with Thrillophilia
Travelling to an international destination for my honeymoon had always been my dream. After all, what better way would there be than that, to begin a new chapter in your life with the love of your life?
Both of us knew that we wanted to travel outside of India - but when it came to narrowing down the destinations, it got a bit confusing. So my partner and I thought of stepping down memory lane, to a point in time where we had first met each other. On our first date, we talked a lot about our travel plans - he told me about his plans to explore Spain and I spoke of Italy. So we thought - why not turn those plans into reality?
And that's how we finalized our travel destination for the trip - Spain and Italy. My partner and I had heard about Thrillophilia from one of our common friends who had only good things to say about their services. It just took us a couple of quick calls with their destination experts, and we had the perfect itinerary for our trip.
Pastas, pizzas and gelato abode in Italy
When my trip planner suggested starting our trip in the alleys of Rome, I felt as if I had a mind reader who already knew what I wanted. I had always thought about showing my husband the best tourist spots in Rome. When we started the sightseeing tour of Rome, the first place we ticked off our itinerary was the Colosseum. Seeing those ancient ruins with a knowledgeable guide who told us many facts along the way made it even better.
During our stay in Rome, we discovered several interesting places like St. Peter’s Basilica, the Trevi Fountain and The Pantheon. By that time, my husband was already in love with the region and insisted on travelling to Vatican City. And of course, he couldn’t be more right about the rich experience of travelling there. We saw the frescoes painted by Michelangelo in the Sistine Chapel and explored several art masterpieces in the Vatican museums.
We knew that we had to maximise our time in Italy and enjoy its rich gastronomic experiences. My husband and I both love trying new food items at street joints and local restaurants. Before our trip, we jotted down a list of dishes we wanted to try in Italy. With a little help from our tour guide, we were able to discover many hidden joints where we tried many items like pizzas, maritozzo, artichokes, carbonara and gelato.
Te Amo Barcelona
My husband had always wanted to visit Barcelona for its beaches and vibrant nightlife. And now, it was his turn to show me the magic of his favourite destination. The way he had talked about it on our first date, I knew I’d love to visit the place, but I didn’t know it would happen so effortlessly. We spent a whole day by the beach where we enjoyed street food, sunbathing and even took a fresh dip in the sea.
Among all the places that we explored in Barcelona, I loved the Sagrada Familia and the Gothic quarters the most. We also explored a couple of spots to try the famous tapas, which are appetisers or snacks which are mostly served at bars and restaurants. It was a great way to try a variety of local snacks without having to visit multiple places in the region.
While planning our honeymoon, we wanted to spend a day at Camp Nou and explore the stadium. Thrillophilia offered us a guided tour with a knowledgeable guide to discover the most exemplary places in the world of football. We also enjoyed the immersive virtual reality experience called the ‘Barca Virtual Dream’. Visiting the home ground of our favourite team ‘FC Barcelona’, was one of the most memorable experiences during our time in Spain.
We also discovered a few Catalan wineries and enjoyed the local dishes there like fish stew and sausage with white beans. Every day that we were in Spain, we were just enchanted by the beautiful experiences. From its nightlife, and quaint neighbourhoods, to bustling beaches, beauty echoed everywhere.
Just what first love feels like
Planning our honeymoon was a very beautiful experience for both of us, courtesy of Thrillophilia who guided us with every step. As they say, your firsts are always special and so was this vacation as it was the first trip we were taking together. It was more than just a honeymoon for us. Lost in love, we enjoyed exploring the history of Europe in the famous museums, gorged on sumptuous food and basked in the sun on the white sandy beaches.
Our honeymoon was filled with so many special moments which promise to become cherished memories for our lifetime. I saw many things from his perspective like the impressive football stadium at Camp Nou and the bustling tapas bars of Spain. I also got a chance to show him the culture and cuisine of Italy which has so many admirers from all over the world. I feel travelling through both countries together has brought us together creating a bond stronger than before!
I don’t know how to express my gratitude to Thrillophilia who made this honeymoon trip feel like a fairytale. Throughout the trip, I felt like I was in a dream with my favourite person on the planet. I will recommend Thrillophilia to everyone who comes knocking on my door for a piece of advice on how to plan a beautiful honeymoon.
Read More: Thrillophilia Spain Reviews