Experience classic Parisian elegance at the newly refurbished Hilton Paris Opera. Set in the lively Opéra quarter, this luxurious hotel is close to Paris’ top attractions and shopping. The famous department stores of Galeries Lafayette and Printemps are a five-minute walk away.
Here you will find stylish rooms and suites, fantastic dining options and first-class amenities — everything you need for a remarkable and memorable babymoon stay in the French capital.
Luxurious Accommodations
Breakfast in Bed
Prenatal Cravings Voucher to spend at ‘Le Pain Quotidien’
‘Sugar Baby’ Mocktail at Le Grand Salon for mom-to-be
Gift Bag for Mommy & Baby
10% discount at La Vallée Village
Offer is subject to availability at the time of booking. Valid until 1st of January 2018
Romantic Walks, while strolling through Paris, dream about baby names, baby’s nursery, being a family…..
At Théâtre Mogador, Cats, the musical
Musée National d’Art Moderne at the Centre Pompidou has a rooftop terrace and restaurant, Restaurant Café Georges, that affords gorgeous views of Paris’ main landmarks. Access is free with a museum ticket.
Pregnant in Paris – Galeries Lafayette
WHAT YOU CAN’T DO ANYMORE…WHEN PREGNANT IN PARIS
Writing your names on a padlock, attach it to the Pont Des Arts and throw away the keys…. This has proved so popular that the bridge became subject to structural weakening. The authorities removed the nearly 1 million padlocks to prevent the collapse of the bridge.
Pont des Arts
PRENATAL SHOPPING FOR MOM & BABY
Paris is the international fashion capital and is a must-visit city to do some pre-birth shopping for you and your baby. Famous French baby brands are Petit Bateau, Kenzo, Baby Dior, Charabia, Tartine et Chocolat.
Special Tip!
Boutique Baby S Event Une mère une Fille à Paris
43 Boulevard Garibaldi
This ‘Salon de Thé’ has everything for your babyshower and should not be missed on your pre-baby shopping spree in Paris.
You can also take a pause with a cup of tea and cheesecake. It’s also a lovely place for kids to play and in the corner, you can buy all stuff for your baby shower. If you’re living in Paris, then it’s also a perfect location to host your baby shower. Get in the spirit and shop online at Shop.Babysevent.com
Firmaman 200 Boulevard Pereire. Maternity Fashion, Baby Fashion, Books, Maternity Lingerie and more
1 et 1 font 3 at 3, Rue de Solférino & 1, rue de Sontay
PREGNANCY CRAVINGS
Pregnant in Paris – Ladurée
Eat Macaroons. A stop at Ladurée at 16 Rue Royale is one not to be missed. Make sure to ask if the macaroons contain uncooked eggs, if so, they are not suitable for pregnant women!
Babymoon at Le Mas de Pierre, Saint-Paul-de-Vence, Façade
South of France Babymoon – Saint-Paul-de-Vence
We’ve just launched a pampering babymoon celebration at the five star Le Mas de Pierre.
The Babymoon celebration at Le Mas de Pierre is filled with special attentions such as a Beauty Treatment for Mum-to-Be, In-Room Welcome Treat, Romantic Dinner for Two, Surprise Gift for Mom-to-Be and the complimentary Rolls Royce shuttle to the village of Saint-Paul-de-Vence and the shopping centre Polygone Riviera.
Babymoon at Le Mas de Pierre, Saint-Paul-de-Vence, Restaurant “La Table de Pierre”Le Mas de Pierre – Outdoor Pool
TOP 6 SAINT-PAUL-DE-VENCE FOR EXPECTING COUPLES
1. PERFUME EXPERIENCE
Visit the museum and historical factory of the legendary Fragonard Perfumery in Grasse, just 20 minutes from Le Mas de Pierre.
Here you can create your own fragance at the workshop “L’apprenti Parfumeur”. A unique sensory experience at € 65 / person, including a visit to the factory and the creation of the fragance.
At the Spa at Le Mas de Pierre, magnificent massage salons lined with private terraces invite you to relax and let your senses travel.
Polygone Riviera Shopping Mall
3.PRENATAL SHOPPING
Enjoy the complimentary Rolls Royce shuttle to shopping centre Polygone Riviera for a pre-natal shopping spree for baby. This modern shopping mall features baby shops such as IKKS, Okaidi and Jott. The Polygone Riviera is just minutes away from Le Mas de Pierre.
Polygone Riviera Shopping Mall
4.DAY BOAT FRENCH RIVIERA FROM NICE
Board your Sightseeing Boat at the Port of Nice for either a morning or afternoon tour.
Bask in the glowing Mediterranean sun while you glide down the coast of the French Riviera. Listen to informative on-board commentary about the history of this region as you gaze up at the little villages perched on hillsides overlooking the water. Watch the landscape rise from the beaches through hills and up to the mountains in the distance. Admire the luxurious villas with their magnificent sea views.
5.PICASSO MUSEUM ANTIBES, JUAN-LES-PINS
At just 25 minutes from Le Mas de Pierre, visit the famous Picasso Museum(Place Mariejol, ANTIBES)
Streets of Saint-Paul-de-Vence (photo credit : info-provence.com)
6. WATCH THE FAMOUS BOULES GAMES AT CENTRAL SQUARE IN SAINT-PAUL-DE-VENCE
Take the complimentary and very sumptuous Rolls Royce shuttle to the village of Saint-Paul-de-Vence.
Learn how to play Provençal “boules”, aka “pétanque” . On the world’s most famous hard sand square, dappled in shade, you”ll pick up all the terminology: “pieds tanqués”, “faire Fanny”, “pointer”, “tirer”… Follow in the footsteps of Yves Montand and Lino Ventura.
Or just relax, take a pregnant pause and watch the famous boules games at famous central square in Saint-Paul-de-Vence.
Saint-Paul-de-Vence. Photo Credit : Roland Michaud
French Coast Babymoon at Grand Hôtel Thalasso & Spa, Saint-Jean-de-Luz
Babymoon in France – Three Things to do for Expecting Couples
We’ve just launched a very tempting babymoon celebration at the legendary and oceanfront Grand Hôtel Thalasso & Spa in Saint Jean de Luz. The hotel is ideally located, just 15 minutes away from Biarritz.
Ocean-loving couples will be treated to a blissful beachfront babymoon celebration. The babymoon offer at Grand Hôtel Thalasso & Spa is filled with special attentions, such as a Surprise Gift for Mom to Be, In-Room Welcome Treat, Prenatal Massage for Mom to Be and a Pink Mocktail to enjoy at Le Clipper Bar.
French Coast Babymoon at Grand Hôtel Thalasso & Spa, Deluxe Room
TOP 3 – SAINT-JEAN- DE- LUZ
1. PREGNANCY CRAVINGS – GASTRONOMY
Kanougas at Maison Pariès
Save the wine tasting courses for next year and indulge in the many culinary treats in Saint Jean de Luz.
Try Basque Cake and Mouchous at Maison Pariès (9, rue Gambetta,Saint-Jean-De-Luz)
Mouchous = mall, light and soft macaroons. Made with lots of almonds and very little sugar, enveloped in a thin and crunchy outer layer, and prepared in twos, with one on top of the other.
Basque Cake at Maison Pariès
tip : make sure to ask if the macaroons contain uncooked eggs, if so, they are not suitable for pregnant women
Try Kanouga, another specialty produced by Maison Pariès. This special treat was invented around 1914. This soft black chocolate (or coffee) caramel can also be made with walnuts or hazelnuts.
Pâtisserie ADAM (6 rue de la République, Saint-Jean-de-Luz)
In 1660, Monsieur ADAM created the subtle and delicious masterpiece we now know as the macaroon, made from a mixture of almond paste, sugar, ground almonds and egg whites.
During the wedding of Louis XIV to the Infanta of Spain, Monsieur Adam made some of his confections for the new king. Louis found the macaroons delightful, and his approval guaranteed that these delicacies became extremely popular with the Court. The Pâtisserie ADAM still exists in Saint-Jean-de-Luz, with the secrets of its recipe passed down from father to son.
French Coast Babymoon at Grand Hôtel Thalasso & Spa, Spa
2. LOREAMAR THALASSO & SPA
When you book the Babymoon Offer at Grand Hôtel Thalasso & Spa, Mom to Be is treated to a 50 minutes Prenatal Massage at Loreamar Thalasso & Spa.
Located on the beachfront and facing the Atlantic Ocean, experience the Loreamar Thalasso & Spa, an exceptional wellness center in the Basque Country.
French Coast Babymoon at Grand Hôtel Thalasso & Spa, SpaFrench Coast Babymoon at Grand Hôtel Thalasso & Spa, Pool
3. BEACH STROLLS
Take a romantic beach stroll and take some time to dream and talk about your “rite of passage” as soon to be parents.
Saint-Jean-de-Luz is known for its long beach of fine sand protected from the ocean by three impressive sea walls. The delightful beach is perfect for swimming. Saint-Jean-de-Luz also boasts other wilder beaches ideal for activities such as surfing.
The beach, located right in the heart of Saint-Jean-de-Luz, is protected from the waves by three sea walls, and as such is the perfect beach for children. The Grande Plage is home to four beach clubs as well as outlets renting tents, parasols and sun-loungers :
Les Dauphins, Neptune, Les Trois Couronnes and the new to open Le Petit Chipi Club, a beach summer club dedicated to children age 3 to 16 years old.
Oceanfront Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort and Spa
BEACH BABYMOON
Celebrate your pregnancy and spend your babymoon at Surf City USA, Huntington Beach, California. If you love the beach, watching the sunrise and taking romantic beach strolls, then Huntington Beach is your perfect beach babymoon destination.
BabyMoon® Travel is proud to work with the oceanfront Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort and Spa.
This luxurious resort hotel created a dream babymoon package for expecting couples :
Resort Pool at Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort and Spa
Travel note from BabyMoon® Travel’s creator and founder Ilonka Molijn
I’ve spend one blissful summer at the Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort and Spa. After spending more than 10 hours in a plane from Amsterdam to LAX we could not have made a better start of our holiday than to stay at the Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort and Spa. My most fond memories are of the extremely blue sky, the refreshing swimming pools, the variety of restaurants and the relaxed atmosphere of the resort. Further we will never forget our ocean view room which was royally sized, beautifully decorated and a delight to wake up every morning to watch the ocean. Our children can still remember making s’mores around the fire pit. A custom that we did not see in Europe before but now is a precious family memory for us.
View from Room at Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort and Spa. Credits : Ilonka Molijn
I also enjoyed many blissful moments at Hyatt’s Spa, Pacific Waters Spa. This 20,000 square foot oasis also created the Mother to Be Massage, a prenatal massage to nurture and support pregnant women.
The short distances to attractions such as Knott’s Berry Farm, Legoland California Resort and Disneyland® Resort were also a big plus for our stay in Huntington Beach.
If you are looking for a sunny Southern California destination for your babymoon, then the Hyatt Huntington Beach Resort & Spa will be your favorite destination too. Huntington Beach enjoys an ideal climate, with sunny days and cool nights. No extreme heat, cold or rainfall which makes it an ideal destination for your beach babymoon.
Pedestrian Bridge
We are excited to share with you our Top 5 of Orange County Babymoon activities in Huntington Beach :
Carter’s, 7881 Edinger Ave., Suite A114, Huntington Beach
South Coast Plaza, 3333 Bristol Street, Costa Mesa. Home to more than 250 boutiques, restaurants, and the Segerstrom Center for the Arts, this luxury shopping destination features upscale designer stores and impressive architecture. Explore a vast selection of high-end boutiques like Jimmy Choo, Free People, DKNY, Max Mara, Chanel, Tiffany & Co., Burberry, Kiehl’s, BVLGARI and Dior. Anchor stores include Macy’s, Saks Fifth Avenue, Bloomingdale’s, Nordstrom and Sears.
2.PREGNANCY CRAVINGS
Casey’s Cupcakes, a confection boutique that sells fresh-baked cupcakes, as seen on the Food Network’s Cupcake Wars. In addition to selling cupcakes, Casey’s Cupcakes also sells its own line of products that include hot chocolate, herbal tea, sweet honey pearls, aprons, bubble bath, apparel, and accessories, 7777 Edinger Avenue #174
Pacific Waters Spa
3. SPA TREATMENTS FOR MOM TO BE….AND DAD-TO-BE
Treat yourself to the 50 minutes Mother to Be Massage at Pacific Waters Spa. This prenatal massage gives attention to specific areas of the body, while avoiding others, to nurture and support during this joyous, but exhausting time of your life! Use of pregnancy massage pillows or side pillow are optional. Offered in second and third trimester only, this is the massage option for mothers-to-be.
But let’s not leave out dad-to-be. Pacific Waters Spa also offers a Couples Massage, one of their most popular options at the spa. With side-by-side tables in the same room, this Swedish style massage will relax and comfort in a warm, cozy setting with your loved one right next to you. Enjoy the harmony that comes with this shared experience. 50 minutes.
View from Watertable Restaurant
4. ROMANTIC SUNSET DINNER
The essence of Huntington Beach is captured in the award-winning restaurants at Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & Spa, offering the best beachfront dining.
WATERTABLE is a gorgeous dining space with hand-painted tiles, communal farmhouse tables and intimate alcoves. The perfect spot for a romantic dinner !
5. VISIT MUSEUMS
The International Surfing Museum (411 Olive Avenue) is a must for surf buffs thanks to such sacred relics as a surfboard used by Duke Kahanamoku. Or a cornerstone from the 1914 Huntington Beach Pier, a guitar owned by surf instrumental king Dick Dale, and the Rolex camera used by Bruce Brown to film The Endless Summer. After a recent renovation, the International Surfing Museum is again open to the public with improved exhibits, technology and a new Welcome Center.
Experience the wonder of one of the world’s largest aquariums. This expansive venue is home to more than 12,500 creatures, representing the three areas of the Pacific – sunny Southern California and Baja, the frigid waters of the North Pacific, and the colorful reefs of the Tropical Pacific. Come face to face with over 500 species, including 150 sharks (some you can touch, some you can’t) sea horses, sea lions, moray eels, moon jellies, even tropical birds in the Lorikeet Forest.
Especially during Spring time, look for signs of the penguin breeding season.
Pregnant Travelers: be advised to read our Q&A Section BabyMoon® Travel Q&A Section.
The safety of you and your baby always comes first. Therefore avoid travelling to areas where malaria and yellow fever occurs (yellow fever – Central South America and parts of equatorial Africa).
For detailed information about vaccination during pregnancy, we would like to refer to the website of Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Department of Health and Human Services – USA).
Pregnant women should not travel to areas with active Zika virus transmission. See the Travelers’ Health Zika website for international travel guidance, and check the US Maps page for details on active Zika virus transmission in the United States.
This alert follows reports in Brazil of microcephaly and other poor pregnancy outcomes in babies of mothers who were infected with Zika virus while pregnant. However, additional studies are needed to further characterize this relationship. More studies are planned to learn more about the risks of Zika virus infection during pregnancy.
Until more is known, and out of an abundance of caution, CDC recommends special precautions for pregnant women and women trying to become pregnant:
Pregnant women in any trimester should consider postponing travel to the areas where Zika virus transmission is ongoing. Pregnant women who do travel to one of these areas should talk to their doctor or other healthcare providers first and strictly follow steps to avoid mosquito bites during the trip.
Women trying to become pregnant who are thinking about becoming pregnant should consult with their healthcare provider before travelling to these areas and strictly follow steps to prevent mosquito bites during the trip.
Because specific areas where Zika virus transmission is ongoing are difficult to determine and likely to change over time, CDC will update this travel notice as information becomes available. Check the CDC travel website frequently for the most up-to-date recommendations.
Most roads are quite steep and can be challenging. The unique “Red Taxi” is for sure the funniest way to explore the Island reliving the lightheartedness, joy, music and feelings of the wonderful 50s.
Red Taxi on Capri
2. Explore Capri by Boat
In a luxury speedboat or a typical wooden Capri boat called “Gozzo”, explore the Island from the most tempting spots where you can enjoy a memorable swim, bathed in the shimmering light of the sky refracted through the sea.
No visit to Capri is complete without a tour around the island by sea, skirting the dramatically craggy coastline and taking in the shimmering caves and hidden coves.
3. Enjoy the ‘Just the Two of Us’ Couples Massage at Capri Palace
This memorable couples massage is included when you book Capri Palace’s Babymoon Package. This ‘Just the Two of Us’ Couples Massage is a blissful ingredient to complete your Capri Babymoon.
CAPRI BEAUTY FARM /MEDICAL SPA at Capri Palace
The Capri Beauty Farm is a medical SPA of international fame. This medical SPA is many times awarded as the best medical spa in the world and specializes in beauty and medical activities, such as the famous Leg School®, invented and patented by Professor Francesco Canonaco.
Piazzetta, the heart of Capri
4. Shopping for Mom & Baby on Capri
CAPRI SANDALS : A pair of sandals, hand-stitched in Capri
Capri is famous for its handmade sandals. To get a pair of your own, all you have to do is walk into a sandal shop, where the cobbler will measure your feet while you choose the type of straps you want, and, less than an hour later, your sandals will be ready! Jackie Kennedy was such a fan of Capri’s sandals that she once had her favorite shop open exclusively for her and spent the whole night trying out the various models.
BABY CLOTHING BOUTIQUE TIP : Girotondo, Via Longano 6, Capri. Baby and Children brands such as Paz Rodríguez, Lili Gaufrette and Monnalisa.
The Piazzetta = The Little Square. As small as it is, it is the center of island social life, deserving of the nickname “the world’s living room”. It has always been the heart of Capri society, but at one time, it was simply the square where the fish market was held.
Celebrate your Pregnancy with an island Babymoon at Capri Palace. This exclusive 5 star boutique hotel is steps away from the small and charming center of Anacapri.
The Capri Palace features 68 rooms and suites, haute-cuisine dining experiences such as the only 2 Michelin Star restaurant of the island and the exclusive 1 Michelin Star Il Riccio Restaurant and Beach Club, steps away from the famous Blue Grotto.
Capri Palace is also home to Capri Beauty Farm, a medical SPA of international fame and awarded many times as the best medical SPA in the world.
GETTING THERE
Capri Palace is located on the island of Capri near the Amalfi Coast. The island is reachable by hydrofoil, ferry or helicopter. Private boat transfers may also be easily arranged by the hotel’s concierge. The nearest international airport to Capri is Naples Capodichino (airport code = NAP).
From Capodichino Airport in Naples
Private car from Naples airport to Naples harbour, public hydrofoil to Capri and transportation to the Hotel. The total cost of this service is of €220 for 2 per way (including hydrofoil tickets & porterage)
Private car from Naples airport to Naples harbour, private speedboat to Capri and transportation to the Hotel at €1500 for 2 per way
Helicopter from Naples airport to Anacapri heliport and transportation to the Hotel. The total cost of this service is of €2150 for 2 per way (luggage restrictions apply)
Babymoon like a Royal? Monaco fits the bill when a Royal Babymoon is what you’re looking for. With its fairy-tale glamour and a rich cultural heritage that few other countries can match. Similar to the weather in Southern California, the mild temperatures and more than 300 days of sunshine a year making it the perfect royal babymoon destination for every season.
The small sovereign and independent state face the Mediterranean Sea and due to its compact size, every attraction is within easy walking distance, ideal for pregnant women. And with Fairmont Monte Carlo’s pampering Babymoon Package, expecting couples will leave fit for birth after spending some pre-baby time together in chic and hip Monte Carlo.
Getting there: Monaco lies just 30 minutes from Nice Côte d’Azur International Airport (airport code = NCE)
Top Five Royal Babymoon Activities in Monte Carlo
1. Shop for the ultimate babymoon keepsake – Prince and Princesses Onesies
In the small lovely streets next to the Palace, expecting couples can’t miss the many shops with Prince and Princess onesies, to celebrate the births of the Royal twins Princess Gabriella & Hereditary Prince Jacques, son and daughter of Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene.
The walk to the Palace is a bit steep, at least when you take the steps. It can be a challenging but very rewarding walk during pregnancy.
There are two walking routes to the Palace. One by the regular street which is less steep. The other one is by using the steps, the steep one……
2. Visit Oceanographic Museum
With its international reputation for excellence, this exceptional museum is dedicated to marine science and oceanography. Its collections of marine fauna collected by Monaco’s pioneering Navigator Prince Prince Albert 1 are both invaluable and unique.
3. Enjoy the Maternity Massage at Fairmont Spa
The Maternity Massage is included in Fairmont’s Babymoon Package. This customized approach eases sore spots and improves mobility. A pampering experience designed with the safety of mother and child in mind. Babymoon Package at Fairmont Monte Carlo
Monte Carlo Babymoon at Fairmont Monte Carlo – Nikki Beach
4. Visit Monte-Carlo Casino and Opera House
This impressive building was built in 1893 by Charles Garnier, the architect of the Paris Opera House. Its marble paved atrium, surrounded by 28 Ionic columns made of onyx, gives access to the Opera Hall which is entirely decorated in red and gold, with bas-reliefs and sculptures.
Restricted access, over 18’s only and proof of identity required. Entrance fee: €10
photo credit: Monaco Press Centre Photo – Casino
5. Pre-Birth Shopping Spree
The Métropole gallery, with its 80 boutiques, opposite the Casino Gardens welcomes you into a luxury décor of beautiful marble under a magnificent period chandelier. Here expecting couples can stock up on baby clothes at brands such as Gucci Kids, Enfance, Philipp Plein and Ricriation.
The Fontvieille Shopping Centre combines practicality and completeness with elegance. Indeed with its large car park and 36 shops including hi-fi equipment, music, furniture and clothes together with various restaurants, a Carrefour hypermarket and a McDonalds, you will find everything you need on a daily basis.
The mall is open Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
The hypermarket is open Monday to Saturday :
8:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. in winter
8:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. in summer
The Carré d’Or boutiques bear the most famous names in luxury and offer you the latest creations from fashion designers such as Hermès, Céline, Christian Dior, Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Chanel, Prada, Ichthys and more. The Place du Casino and the neighbouring roads create one enormous jewellery shop with Cartier, Chopard, Van Cleef Arpels, Bulgari, Piaget, Repossi and others. For art lovers, the many antique dealers or designers are available to you, including Fersen, Adriano Ribolzi, Gismondi and many more famous names.
photo credit: Monaco Press Centre Photo – Palace
BabyMoon® Travel’s creator Ilonka Molijn spend a few nights at the Fairmont Monte Carlo in August 2015.
We stayed in the Deluxe Garden View Room which is modern and extremely royal sized. Even with our family of four, 2 adults & 2 kids, the room has lots of space left, which gave it a rich feeling. The bed was also royal-sized and blissfully soft.
We enjoyed pre-dinner drinks at Horizon Deck, Restaurant & Champagne Bar, while overlooking the sea. You can not wish for better views !
Then we had a delicious seaside dinner at Saphir 24, the beating heart of the hotel. To top it off, there happened to be a Fireworks Competition that night and we were treated to an amazing fireworks show.
We left Monte Carlo while driving over the Formula 1 Grand Prix Circuit, looking back to an extraordinary stay in the majestic and romantic Monte Carlo.
Monte Carlo Babymoon at Fairmont Monte Carlo – Horizon Terrace
Special Events 2016 :
Formula 1 Grand Prix May 26 – 29 2016
National Holiday November 19, 2016
