Honeymoon for Music Fans

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Evelyn Carpenter

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If you will base your wedding decorations on music and choose love phrases from songs to declare in the vows, then the honeymoon should be in a special place. It will be your first trip with the wedding rings on and, as such, the city you choose should satisfy you 100 percent. The best thing of all? You will not have trouble deciding if you have clear what sounds the most in yourSpotify playlist. Check out these travel ideas for music lovers.

1. Seattle, United States

Besides being an attractive city, with romantic docks and parks to visit on your honeymoon, it is also the birthplace of grunge, a subgenre of alternative rock in the early '90s. From there came bands like Nirvana, Soundgarden, Pearl Jam, Alice in Chains and Mudhoney Therefore, if you like this style, you will love to walk the streets of Seattle, and come across old rehearsal rooms, recording studios, exhibitions and monuments, among other things linked to grunge. Also, you will find emblematic venues and theaters that hosted in its beginnings the exponents of this scene, today, places ofAnd if you are coffee lovers, you will also feel very much at home in this city.

2. Guadalajara, Mexico

Another musical destination, but much more romantic, is Guadalajara. At the Plaza del Mariachi, for example, while you dine by candlelight, a group of mariachis will dedicate a ranchera with beautiful phrases of love. You can even stop to dance, if you wish, or sing at the top of your lungs if the tequila gives you courage. While Mexican folklore is what you will hear most during your stay at thestate of Jalisco, Guadalajara is also syndicated as the founding city of rock en español In fact, between the 70's and 80's many bands emerged, among them, "Sombrero Verde" in 1981, which would later be renamed "Maná". On the other hand, while walking through the narrow streets and colonial squares of Guadalajara, you will find several bars and cantinas with live music.

Kingston, Jamaica

Reggae is a totally different musical current that you can find in the Jamaican capital, where it originated. Its greatest exponent was Bob Marley and what was his home is now a museum. And even though Kingston practically breathes reggae 24/7 Kingston is a vibrant, cosmopolitan capital city where you can wear your silver rings, whether you're relaxing on a beach paradise, enjoying a cruise or getting a taste of Rastafarian culture. And if you're interested in digging deeper into reggae, Kingston is the place to be,In addition to visiting museums, you're sure to stop by Orange Street, also known as "music street," which is home to recording studios and many record stores.

Havana, Cuba

Travelling to Havana is like peering into a city suspended in time, full of corners where music is the protagonist. Rumba, mambo, guaracha, salsa and other genres will be your soundtrack if you choose this destination to celebrate your exchange of golden rings. In fact, it is common to walk through the streets of Havana to the rhythm of saxophones, accordions or violins of street musicians who accompany the way. Whether it's day or night, in a restaurant, a bar, a dance club or a café, Cuban music will be part of the environment in "old town" and you will enjoy it as much as the Mojitos.

Berlin, Germany

If you are interested in touring Europe, the German capital will be your delight. for fans of techno and electronic music In fact, this is where the rave Berlin's bohemian life is certainly intense, with multiple options of bars and discotheques. However, you will also find concert halls with busy schedules all year round, where you can listen to jazz, blues, soul, rock and funk, among other trends.

Boom, Belgium

One option is to go to neighbouring Belgium and make the dates coincide with Tomorrowland, the world's largest dance music festival, with a line-up that brings together top DJs as well as renowned bands and solo artists. "Tomorrowland" takes place every year in the European summer. It is a great opportunity to visit Bruges, known for its architectural and natural beauty, during the last weeks of July and, in addition to music, it offers other activities, such as riding a Ferris wheel or tasting food from around the world. You can even camp right there, and why not, take the opportunity to visit Bruges, known for its architectural and natural beauty.

London, England

Finally, the English capital is another must-see city for music-loving brides and grooms. So, in addition to soaring 135 meters on the iconic London Eye, visiting the Madame Tussauds wax museum or taking a cruise on the River Thames, there are still many places to discover. Although London is cataloged as the birthplace of punk rock Among other points of interest, it is home to Freddy Mercury's last residence, a Rolling Stone restaurant-museum, the room where Pink Floyd gave their first concerts, or the basement where The Clash rehearsed. You can also visit emblematic record stores and visit the places where famous album covers were recorded, starting withThe Beatles' "Abbey Road". And as well as its themed bars and pubs, where you're sure to raise your boyfriends' glasses of draught beer, London offers renowned venues to host all kinds of artists.

Just as some couples give each other their engagement ring in the middle of a concert, others choose to spend their honeymoon in a destination with music. There are even those who engrave their wedding rings with a short love phrase from a song that identifies them, among other ideas suitable for music-loving brides and grooms.

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Evelyn Carpenter is the author of the best-selling book, All you need for your marriage. A Marriage guide. She has been married for over 25 years and has helped countless couples build successful marriages. Evelyn is a sought after speaker and relationship expert, and has been featured in various media outlets including Fox News, Huffington Post, and more.