New research has revealed Las Palmas is Europe’s best value honeymoon destination, with Granada and Funchal taking second and third places.

The study was conducted by LuxuryHotel.com who analysed factors such as meal prices, hotel costs, average temperature, and the number of romantic restaurants to see which destination came out on top.

It found that Las Palmas, on the Spanish island of Gran Canaria, was Europe’s best value spot for newlyweds. The city ranked highest for average temperatures all year and had affordable hotels and dining costs. In addition to being a major cruise ship stop, it’s known for its golden sands with four main beaches across its coastline. The oldest district in the city is called Vegueta and was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1990.

Also in Spain, the Andalusian city of Granada comes in second place. It was a close match between Las Palmas and Granada for the number one spot, with both scoring well for temperature and affordability. Granada is already a popular tourist destination, with more than 2.5 million tourists visiting the city every year. It also hosts many popular events, such as the Corpus Christi festival, that draw attention worldwide attention.

In third place is Funchal, located on the Portuguese island of Madeira. As well as being the cheapest in the top ten for dining out, it also scored well for its variety of romantic eateries. It has been the capital of the island for more than five centuries, and its history is celebrated through the city’s collection of colourful street art. And in the heart of its old town, Zona Velha, the Painted Doors Project has seen the area’s doors painted into imaginative scenes.

The ancient city of Rome also features in the list, falling just outside the top three. Its huge number of places to eat and high annual temperatures means it secures the fourth spot. The Italian capital is home to one of the Seven Wonders of the World in its world-famous Colosseum. The city is also home to more than 280 fountains, with many of its most prominent ones featuring in the Squares and Fountains of Rome Tour.

Sitting in eighth place on the list is the French capital of Paris. It makes its way into the top ten, with the city having more than 1,400 restaurants that have been tagged as “romantic” in Trip Advisor, the highest number of all the places included in the study. Commonly referred to as the “City of Light” for its high concentration of writers, artists and academics, Paris is home to a huge selection of famous landmarks, including the Eiffel Tower, The Louvre and Arc de Triomphe.

The top ten list is as follows:

  • Las Palmas: Average Annual temperature 24C, Price for a mid-range three-course meal for two £27.66, the average price for one night in a five-star hotel is £101.
  • Granada: Average Annual temperature 23C, Price for a mid-range three-course meal for two £27.23, the average price for one night in a five-star hotel is £109.
  • Funchal: Average Annual temperature 23C, Price for a mid-range three-course meal for two £25.53, the average price for one night in a five-star hotel is £194.
  • Rome: Average Annual temperature 22C, Price for a mid-range three-course meal for two £27.23, the average price for one night in a five-star hotel is £279.00.
  • Seville: Average Annual temperature 26C, Price for a mid-range three-course meal for two £28.94, the average price for one night in a five-star hotel is £214.00.
  • Heraklion: Average Annual temperature 22C, Price for a mid-range three-course meal for two £34.04, the average price for one night in a five-star hotel is £121.
  • Lisbon: Average Annual temperature 22C, Price for a mid-range three-course meal for two £34.04, the average price for one night in a five-star hotel is £205.00.
  • Paris: Average Annual temperature 16C, Price for a mid-range three-course meal for two £51.07, the average price for one night in a five-star hotel is £369.00.
  • Albufeira: Average Annual temperature 22C, Price for a mid-range three-course meal for two £27.23, the average price for one night in a five-star hotel is £109.
  • Corfu: Average Annual temperature 23C, Price for a mid-range three-course meal for two £42.56, the average price for one night in a five-star hotel is £213.00.

Commenting on the findings, a spokesperson from LuxuryHotel said, “With many newlyweds having to cancel holiday reservations as a result of the ongoing pandemic, it’s clear that many will want to look to the future and make new plans. This list shows that there’s a variety of suitable honeymoon destinations that are not only affordable but will provide unforgettable experiences in 2022.”

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