tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6449981489202706537Mon, 16 Nov 2009 01:17:03 +0000Ask your questions about romantic travel, destination weddings and honeymoons. Travel experts Paris Permenter and John Bigley answer reader questions in this mailbox section of Lovetripper.com.http://www.lovetripper.com/mailbox/blog.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Paris & John)Blogger34125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6449981489202706537.post-2858502331554375684Mon, 16 Nov 2009 01:01:00 +00002009-11-15T17:17:03.258-08:00ItalyWe are going to visit Venice, Florence and Rome in July 2010. I want to give my wife a anniversary ring for our 25th anniversary. Do you have a romantic spot or gondola ride in Venice that I could do this on? We are staying at the Best Western Bisanzio.Congratulations on your upcoming anniversary! Venice is an incredibly romantic city and you'll find many great locations for your surprise! The http://www.lovetripper.com/mailbox/2009/11/planning-romantic-gondola-ride-in.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Paris & John)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6449981489202706537.post-5003076616838382666Wed, 23 Sep 2009 01:29:00 +00002009-09-22T18:33:59.105-07:00US weddingsIs it possible to get married at Castle Gwynn in Triune, TN? --contributed by N.R.Captured in all its fairy tale beauty in Taylor Swift's video "Love Story," romantics have been fascinated ever since by this medieval-inspired masterpiece in Arrington-Triune, Tennessee. A private residence, weddings cannot be performed at the castle or on the immediate grounds.However, wedding ceremonies can be http://www.lovetripper.com/mailbox/2009/09/weddings-at-castle-gwynn-triune.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Paris & John)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6449981489202706537.post-723988285742766863Sat, 08 Aug 2009 22:16:00 +00002009-08-08T15:31:59.235-07:00Caribbean weddingsHello I am an Englishman (Widower) living with my Fiance in Peru. I have a British Passport and a Peruvian Resident Visa. My fiance is Peruvian and she is single and has a Peru Passport and a ten-year US Visa.Can you please tell me what paperwork we would need to get married in the Caribbean. we would like a simple wedding for just the two of us and I am not familiar with the Caribbean so would http://www.lovetripper.com/mailbox/2009/08/hello-i-am-englishman-widower-living.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Paris & John)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6449981489202706537.post-8298578505338738304Wed, 06 May 2009 01:33:00 +00002009-05-05T18:42:04.891-07:00CaribbeanWe want to go on our honeymoon September 9, 2009 and we are worried about where to go because of the season. What options do we have with beautiful beaches and great weather during that season? -- submitted from VirginiaCongratulations on your upcoming wedding and honeymoon! Yours is a good question because early September is the peak of the Caribbean and Atlantic hurricane season and is also a http://www.lovetripper.com/mailbox/2009/05/where-to-honeymoon-in-september.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Paris & John)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6449981489202706537.post-5939092134756330634Mon, 16 Mar 2009 01:37:00 +00002009-03-15T18:42:12.453-07:00FranceUnited Kingdomdestination weddingsMy girlfriend and I will be visiting London and Paris for the first time. We're very excited about it because it's in 3 weeks!I was wondering if it is at all possible to elope while we are there (or in Belgium?) I know it probably seems sudden and that we haven't prepared at all but I would like to know if its an option.I've read that one spouse-to-be must be living in Paris for 40 days prior http://www.lovetripper.com/mailbox/2009/03/getting-married-in-paris-or-london.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Paris & John)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6449981489202706537.post-7906774591426521120Wed, 04 Mar 2009 16:47:00 +00002009-03-04T08:49:13.852-08:00BahamasMy girlfriend and I are going to the Bahamas. We're flying into Nassau on a Thursday afternoon at around 2:00 pm and flying out of Nassau at about 4:00 pm on Sunday (so we'll be there three nights). She read a little about the pink sands of Harbour Island and Eleuthera and wants to go there for a night. I'm concerned that we'll lose most of our trip if we go there. She is the type of person thathttp://www.lovetripper.com/mailbox/2009/03/island-hopping-in-bahamas.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Paris & John)3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6449981489202706537.post-1663026354205886611Fri, 20 Feb 2009 02:44:00 +00002009-02-19T18:49:00.265-08:00Las VegasUS weddings We are getting married in Las Vegas in August. My girlfriend saw a guy in a wedding magazine wearing white pants, a white shirt and a black sport coat, with a tie of course. The wedding will be fairly casual being in Vegas, plus it will be in August. Does this sound acceptable? -- MB, MontanaDear MB,Congratulations on your upcoming wedding! Las Vegas is a very casual city and you'll find all http://www.lovetripper.com/mailbox/2009/02/grooms-attire-for-vegas-wedding.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Paris & John)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6449981489202706537.post-896519077403898253Fri, 06 Feb 2009 16:39:00 +00002009-02-06T08:56:33.416-08:00CaribbeanHoneymoonsDear Lovetripper,I'm planning my honeymoon for August 2009 and have been reading about private island resorts. The places I've seen look great...but what's the benefit of staying at a private island resort rather than another small resort? Thanks, Patti, Seattle, WADear Patti,Congratulations on your upcoming wedding! Private island resorts are a popular option for honeymooners because they do http://www.lovetripper.com/mailbox/2009/02/what-are-benefits-of-private-island.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Paris & John)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6449981489202706537.post-5375870039539235408Wed, 04 Feb 2009 20:04:00 +00002009-02-04T12:15:54.244-08:00all-inclusive resortJamaicacouples resortsI am currently looking for a couple's resort for vacation. I have already visited Caesars. -- Ally, PhiladelphiaDear Ally,The good news is that you'll find many resorts especially geared to couples. The island of Jamaica is home to a huge selection including four Couples Resorts and seven Sandals resorts. Both are aimed at couples and are all-inclusive (covering your transportation to the resort,http://www.lovetripper.com/mailbox/2009/02/looking-for-couples-resort.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Paris & John)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6449981489202706537.post-7863100265825106109Wed, 28 Jan 2009 16:27:00 +00002009-01-28T08:38:30.176-08:00BeautyBridesI will be getting married in June in Montego Bay, Jamaica. I'm worried about my makeup in the sun. The ceremony is scheduled for late in the day but before sunset so I know it will probably be quite warm. Do you have any suggestions for how I can keep my makeup from melting? -- Rhonda, New JerseyThat's a good question! We've gone to a cosmetics pro to find you an answer to this one and asked http://www.lovetripper.com/mailbox/2009/01/how-to-keep-my-bridal-makeup-from.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Paris & John)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6449981489202706537.post-1500335892646834046Fri, 23 Jan 2009 16:30:00 +00002009-01-23T08:30:00.165-08:00travel writingI enjoy reading the travel articles in Lovetripper.com and hope to become a travel writer. Do you have any advice for someone hoping to go into travel writing as a profession? How did you begin? Do I need to get a degree in journalism or should I take creative writing classes?Thanks for your email. We're happy to give you our opinion on travel writing; we’ve been at it a long time (20 years) andhttp://www.lovetripper.com/mailbox/2009/01/01239-advice-for-aspiring-travel-writer.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Paris & John)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6449981489202706537.post-322109872671817310Thu, 22 Jan 2009 20:15:00 +00002009-01-22T12:32:21.415-08:00JamaicaMexicoclothing-optionalThis week, we've had two questions from readers looking to spice up their travels:My fiancee and I want to take an erotic vacation June 09 but we are not interested in swinging but a more personal erotic experience. We were thinking Mexico but any ideas you can forward would be great.My wife of 30 years and I are planning our first vacation without kids. The idea of clothing optional beaches andhttp://www.lovetripper.com/mailbox/2009/01/sexy-getaway-ideas-in-mexico-jamaica.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Paris & John)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6449981489202706537.post-5004392326569608857Thu, 22 Jan 2009 16:23:00 +00002009-01-22T08:23:00.309-08:00JamaicaCayman IslandsDear Lovetripper,My husband and I are taking a cruise in April and visiting Grand Cayman and Jamaica. What suggestions do you have for our tours of Grand Cayman? I know my husband wants to visit Hell and also wants to snorkel. We've never been to either island before. We are a little worried about hassling in Jamaica. Thanks!Thanks for your email. We’d suggest renting a taxi in Grand Cayman to http://www.lovetripper.com/mailbox/2009/01/01229-tour-advice-for-cayman-jamaica.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Paris & John)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6449981489202706537.post-8723208996847808933Wed, 21 Jan 2009 17:46:00 +00002009-01-21T10:04:12.006-08:00IcelandSwitzerlandI've been browsing the site...thanks for all the useful information/ideas. We are wanting to go somewhere in the snow for our honeymoon in April 2009. Not for skiing though, we are looking for a chalet/cabin with log fire and jacuzzi. We're thinking Norway/Switzerland...possibly Iceland! Is this the sort of thing that a travel agency can sort out or is it a case of getting lucky on Google? Anyhttp://www.lovetripper.com/mailbox/2009/01/honeymoon-trip-to-snowy-area.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Paris & John)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6449981489202706537.post-810062218259886300Wed, 21 Jan 2009 16:20:00 +00002009-01-21T08:20:00.254-08:00CanadaBermudaHi, I have a new beau and I want to go to a very romantic getaway with him – perhaps in Europe (Italy maybe), but maybe closer to home (we live in Boston). We want great food, art, antiques, museums, quaint, beauty, and charm. I have been to Florence, Venice, Tuscany… I don’t mind going there again – I just want some suggestions for an amazingly romantic time. I am so interested in what you http://www.lovetripper.com/mailbox/2009/01/01219-ideas-for-romantic-getaway-from.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Paris & John)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6449981489202706537.post-7125806493498659447Tue, 20 Jan 2009 16:12:00 +00002009-01-20T08:18:47.782-08:00JamaicaDominican RepublicBahamasFloridaMy boyfriend will be home on leave in May and I'd like to plan a three-day getaway for us. I live in Miami. We're very active and enjoy outdoor sports. Do you have any ideas for us? Thanks!Thanks for your email; how romantic that you’re planning a getaway for the two of you on your boyfriend’s return! You’re located in a good city for getaways whether you’d like to drive or fly. Here are a few http://www.lovetripper.com/mailbox/2009/01/01209-long-weekend-getaway-ideas-from.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Paris & John)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6449981489202706537.post-344016516911302639Sat, 17 Jan 2009 18:30:00 +00002009-01-17T10:31:36.329-08:00PanamaHi,How far is the airport from the Panama Canal?Since you have experience, I was hoping you could give me some clues as to what you look out for. Please point me in the right direction. I really appreciate your help. The airport is on the outskirts of Panama City and the Panama Canal meets the Pacific in Panama City. If you've visiting on land (rather than taking a cruise), you have to visit at http://www.lovetripper.com/mailbox/2009/01/question-on-panama-canal.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Paris & John)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6449981489202706537.post-7900036359969666732Sat, 17 Jan 2009 18:28:00 +00002009-01-17T10:29:46.005-08:00JamaicaPuerto RicoArubaHello, saw your website and we were wondering if you had any ideas on great beaches - my husband and son love to body surf - we were thinking of going to los cabos but have heard you can't really get in the ocean because of undertow and rocks - we have been to Cancun 5 times and don't want to go there - any suggestions?We're not surfers but we've heard good things about Rincon, Puerto Rico; Arubahttp://www.lovetripper.com/mailbox/2009/01/suggestions-for-surfing-beach.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Paris & John)3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6449981489202706537.post-7467038907525615202Sun, 11 Jan 2009 03:49:00 +00002009-01-10T19:51:22.380-08:00US weddingsTexasI am trying to find a place to get married---your web site has been very valuable. we were thinking of going to Mexico, because we wanted an elevation change where we could have the ceremony up high, overlooking the water. But, we live in Texas and family would have trouble getting there. Do you have any connections/ideas as to upscale places in Austin/Travis Lake/Texas Hill country that meet http://www.lovetripper.com/mailbox/2009/01/lofty-wedding-sites-in-austin.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Paris & John)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6449981489202706537.post-9147359735474955172Sun, 11 Jan 2009 03:40:00 +00002009-01-10T19:42:52.055-08:00Dominican RepublicCaribbean weddingsDear Love Tripper,We really want to get married in St Stanislaus Church in Altos de Chavon (we visited 5 years ago). How do I contact the church? Please help - any advice would be appreciated.We love that little church! We visited while staying at Iberostar Hacienda Dominicus (809-688-3600, www.iberostarcaribe.com). St Stanislaus Church is a beautiful spot for a wedding. We talked with the hotel http://www.lovetripper.com/mailbox/2009/01/altos-de-chavon-dominican-republic.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Paris & John)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6449981489202706537.post-7746815651410588834Sat, 10 Jan 2009 02:35:00 +00002009-01-09T18:39:13.125-08:00CaribbeanTennesseeLas Vegasdestination weddingsI wouldn't say that my Fiance and I are lazy, but we are looking for the easiest way to get married. Can you recommend anywhere- possibly in Europe- where we can simply drop in and get married while on vacation with out dealing with a lot of the pre-planning of legal forms and licenses that usually accompany a typical wedding? Is there a service that might do it for us?Most of Europe has pretty http://www.lovetripper.com/mailbox/2009/01/ideas-for-quickie-wedding.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Paris & John)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6449981489202706537.post-5106782141679379134Sat, 10 Jan 2009 02:27:00 +00002009-01-09T18:28:58.853-08:00all-inclusive resortJamaicaI'm looking for a getaway with my boyfriend in Jamaica. Do you have some ideas? Jamaica’s a great destination for romantics; you’ll find a huge number of romantic resorts from which to choose. Some factors to consider:Do you have limited time? If your trip will just be three or four nights, minimize your travel time by booking a resort close to Montego Bay, the city into which your flight will http://www.lovetripper.com/mailbox/2009/01/ideas-for-romantic-jamaica-getaway.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Paris & John)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6449981489202706537.post-6072981265701761128Sat, 10 Jan 2009 02:20:00 +00002009-01-10T19:44:26.140-08:00ScotlandIrelanddestination weddingsWe are thinking about planning a castle wedding in Scotland, England , or Ireland. It is a second marriage for both of us and there will probably only be the two of us. Is this feasible since there will be no reception or wedding party? We want to have the reception back in the States.Congratulations on your upcoming wedding! Castle weddings are beautiful (and make great wedding photos!); you'll http://www.lovetripper.com/mailbox/2009/01/castle-wedding-for-two.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Paris & John)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6449981489202706537.post-6467859479036571498Sat, 10 Jan 2009 02:13:00 +00002009-01-09T18:15:23.625-08:00Italydestination weddingsI hope you can help me - my parents would like to renew their wedding vows (40 years!) during their stay in Taormina, Sicily this April. However, after being given sound assurance from the travel agent that this wouldn't be a problem, they have just been told that no one can do it. They are really disappointed as you can imagine and I am trying to find out if there is anything that can be done. http://www.lovetripper.com/mailbox/2009/01/vow-renewal-in-sicily.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Paris & John)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6449981489202706537.post-3838919818487702639Sat, 10 Jan 2009 02:06:00 +00002009-01-09T18:08:13.463-08:00HoneymoonsThis week we've had two requests from readers looking for a special getaway...but they don't know where to start. What should you do when the two of you want to plan a special getaway but you don't know where?I am having a very hard time trying to find the perfect location that I can afford. Do you have any suggestions.We are happy to help. We’d suggest first asking yourselves some questions:Whathttp://www.lovetripper.com/mailbox/2009/01/where-should-we-honeymoon.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Paris & John)0