Elise Maguire Ferrara

Excellence has been a brand that has piqued my interest for a while, so my husband and I spent five nights at Excellence Oyster Bay over the 2024 Memorial Day holiday weekend and had an excellent stay. I highly recommend this property, and the Excellence brand for clients that are looking for an elevated all-inclusive experience, but might not think of themselves as "all-inclusive" people.

Having personally honeymooned in Curaçao, I fell in love with this charming Caribbean Island located off the coast of Argentina among the ABC Islands — Aruba, Bonaire and Curaçao. This Dutch island is full of culture and incredible dining, as well as some of the most beautiful beaches in all of the Caribbean. Situated outside the hurricane belt, Curaçao is the perfect destination for late-summer and fall honeymoons.

The Amalfi Coast is undoubtedly one of the most booked areas of Italy due to its incredible hotels, restaurants, shopping and overall chic European vibes. While there are incredible towns to visit, making Sorrento your homebase will allow you to get the most out of your four days. Day trips to Capri, Positano, Ravello, Amalfi and other popular towns along the coast are easy to reach by way of Sorrento, and you won’t be short on things to do in this beautiful seaside town either.

Most Italian vacations typically start or end in Rome (hello multiple non-stop flight options!), but travelers often don’t spend time exploring the ancient city — and what a missed opportunity! Rome has so much to offer by way of history, culture, art and — most notably — food! Whether you want to experience a well-known dining hotspot or seek out a local hidden gem, Rome has something for everyone. With incredible ancient sites to see between meals, it’s the perfect city to kick off your Italian adventure!