Features / 10 September, 2021 / My Baba
A relaxing holiday is the perfect chance to savour some quality time with your partner before the new baby arrives. We’ve compiled a list of the top babymoon destinations in Europe to make your final holiday without the little one in tow memorable.
A babymoon is a holiday taken by parents-to-be before the baby is born. Spending some pre-natal quality time together is healthy for your relationship, your own well-being and for the future of your baby. Away from daily distractions, expectant couples can take time for each other on their babymoon. A pre-birth holiday helps to reduce stress levels and provides the space you need to dream about your new life with your baby.
Couples are grasping the moment to babymoon more and more these days. Southern European countries like Italy, Spain and Turkey are very popular babymoon destinations.
If you’re thinking further afield, check out our favourite babymoon destinations around the world. You’re not even limited to staying on land these days: here are some cool sailboat babymoon options for a relaxing pre-baby trip in Europe.
There are some brilliant UK options if you’re wanting to staying closer to home. Devon, Stratford-upon-Avon, and Leamington Spa have all made our list of luxurious UK babymoon destinations.
Take a look at our shortlist below and scroll down further for details as to why we love each one.
For pampering just a Eurostar journey away, Paris tops our list of babymoon destinations. Filled with endless choices of baby boutiques, if some prenatal retail therapy is called for, Paris is the place to be. Add a romantic river cruise down the Seine to the agenda and treat yourself and your partner to some luxurious spa treats.
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Choose a hotel that’s super central, so everything you need is a short walk or metro ride away. It’ll be slightly more expensive but your bump and tired legs will certainly thank you for it.
Not to miss: the Beautiful Pregnancy spa treatment at Mandarin Oriental. Indulge in a mum-to-be massage, prenatal yoga and a soothing facial. The Shangri-La Paris Mother-To-Be spa treatment is another recommended pre-natal treat.
Sleepy seaside towns, beautiful beaches and azure waters make the Amalfi Coast one of Europe’s irresistible babymoon destinations. The coastal Italian landscape is the perfect place to kick back, relax and explore before the arrival of your little one. The coast offers plenty of towns to visit, each with a different vibe. For your babymoon, it’s likely you’ll want to skip on the hustle and bustle, in which case, we recommend Conca dei Marini, Maiori and Minori for a laid-back, relaxing holiday. To avoid the crowds and settle in a peaceful spot, opt for Ravello.
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In the heart of the Costa Del Sol, Marbella offers a taste of faraway in a babymoon destination only a three-hour flight from London. The Andalusian city is the perfect place to escape the cold with an average of 320 days of sunshine each year. Soak up the sunshine, Spanish cuisine and luxury hotel stays.
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Not all babymoon destinations require you to get on a flight, consider a UK babymoon staycation option. A week or weekend in the Cotswolds can provide a much-needed relax and recharge before the big day. Explore charming rural villages, wander about the idyllic British country side and book into a one of the brilliant hotel and spa options the Cotswolds has to offer.
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For more UK babymoon destinations, visit our dedicated article here.
Famous for its golden sand beaches, vibrant towns and 600 miles of coastline, Crete is a dreamy babymoon destination.Take life at your own pace as you wander about sleepy seaside villages, take in the breathtaking mountainous scenery and enjoy shopping in Chania, Rethymnon, and Heraklion.
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For a city break not too far from the UK, Amsterdam is an accessible and fantastic choice. With its luxurious shopping avenues, charming parks and quaint streets and avenues, it tops our list for striking a balance between culture, history and relaxation.
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Perfect for a summer holiday any month of the year, the Antalya region of Turkey offers secluded beaches, Turkish ruins and mouthwatering Anatolian cuisine. The Turkish coast is a great place to kick back and relax, as well as learn a thing or two about its 2,000 year history.
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Located in the Bernese Oberland region of the Swiss Alps, Gstaad is a star-studded holiday destination. Although it’s famous for its hiking and skiing, a week relaxing in one of Gstaad’s luxurious resorts is enough to pay a visit alone.
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Looking for something further afield? Check out babymoon destinations around the world here.