5 places to visit in Europe for a babymoon

Treating yourself to a relaxed and romantic trip before giving birth is a growing trend amongst parents-to-be. So whether you’re expecting your first baby or you’ve got a growing family, we’ve found five of the best cities in Europe to visit for a magical babymoon.

Pučišća, Croatia

If you’re looking for some calm before the post-pregnancy chaos, the small coastal town of Pučišća on the Croatian island of Brač is a sanctuary on the Adriatic. Slow-paced island life means that afternoons will be spent lounging on one of the white, limestone bays and wading in the shallow, crystalline seas. When you’re getting peckish, dine on local specialties including olive-oil, crusty bread and fresh figs. And once you’re ready to call it a day, head up to the rooftop at Lifestyle Hotel Vitar to admire the striking, cobalt-blue ocean view as you float in the pool.

Copenhagen, Denmark

If nesting is how you’d like to spend your babymoon, Copenhagen is likely the city for you. It’s famous for ‘Hygge’ – which is a Danish and Norwegian word for coziness – and you’ll find welcoming cafés and tearooms everywhere. The Danes have some of the best buttery pastries in the world, so be sure to order one; we’d recommend a mouth-watering snegl (a spiral-shaped pastry topped with chocolate icing or cinnamon). In the evening, head home to the Hotel Sanders.

Sicily, Italy

For a beach babymoon with phenomenal Mediterranean food, take it easy and let your partner chauffeur you around the island of Sicily, stopping at all the special coastal spots that take your fancy. In between dipping your toes in the crystal-clear sea or lounging on the shore, pop into a local restaurant for a feast. It’s best to double-check with your waiter but most cheeses throughout Italy have been aged for over eight weeks making them pregnant-friendly – so set those cravings free and indulge in all the Parmigiano Reggiano, Pecorino, asiago and provolone you want (and don’t forget the sorbet and gelato). At the end of the day, take in the sunset at VOI Grand Hotel Atlantis Bay.

Barcelona, Spain

If you’re seeking a babymoon that balances sightseeing with beach time, then Barcelona is an ideal destination. Although surrounded by the steep Serra de Collserola mountain range, the city itself is reasonably flat with very few cobblestones – a bonus for mothers-to-be not wanting to battle any hills or uneven surfaces. After a few hours sightseeing and taking pictures at Gaudi’s Parc Guell, soak up the sun on the caramel-coloured sand of the city’s beaches. Return to Duquesa Suites Barcelona to recline by the pool with a mocktail.

Paris, France

If pampering is on your babymoon agenda, you should head to The Ritz Paris. With an opulent swimming pool bordered by ivory-white columns, it’s one of the most glamorous places in the world to de-stress. Spend the day indulging in a personalised full-body massage followed by a rejuvenating facial treatment – expect your pregnancy glow to really shine. To end a day of pampering, pop into a nearby world-class Parisian patisserie for a sweet treat.