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Baby on board! Booking.com shares 5 destinations to enjoy an unforgettable babymoon

As the world prepares for a post-COVID babyboom, Booking.com shares a list of 5 unforgettable babymoon destinations based on real traveler reviews**. Whether looking for a luxurious retreat fit for royalty or a low-key getaway somewhere off the grid, Booking.com has the ideal babymoon escape for parents-to-be- to enjoy relaxing quality time together before the arrival of their little bundle of joy.

Miami Beach, USA

A babymoon should be all about resting and relaxing, and according to Booking.com travelers, Miami Beach is one of the top endorsed destinations for relaxation. While there is enough activity in and around vibrant Miami, it’s certainly also a destination where travelers can enjoy some rest and relaxation. Perfect for couples preparing for some sleepless nights to come.

Where to stay: 1 Hotel South Beach has everything that’s needed for a relaxing babymoon stay. Located just a short drive away from well known shopping and dining options. All rooms are modernly designed and in the outdoors area guests can enjoy one of the four pools and incredible sea views, while relaxing on a pool bed and sipping a virgin cocktail made in the property’s pool bar.

Albufeira, Portugal

While not much activity is expected while pregnant, sunbathing is one that can easily still be practiced. The southern coastal city Albufeira in the Algarve region in Portugal is one of the top endorsed destinations for sun bathing according to Booking.com travelers. Travelers can enjoy warm temperatures, sandy beaches, beautiful wild coastlines, and sunshine guaranteed all year around. And with many dining options available throughout the city, it’s a perfect destination for couples to enjoy a vacation without too much activity.

Where to stay: Enjoy a sunny stay at Sao Rafael Villas, Apartments & Guest House, a modern property that features luxury villas and stunning apartments. A communal outdoor pool is available on-site, and for guests that prefer a bit more privacy, the luxury villas feature private pools with sun beds as well. And with just a short walk away from the beach, the property offers many options to work on your pre-baby tan.

Verona, Italy

No babymoon is without romance, and Verona is the place to be to spend some romantic time with your partner. This medieval old town in the northern part of Italy is best known for being the set of Shakespeare's most famous love story. Not surprising that Verona is one of the top endorsed destinations for romance according to Booking.com travelers. But the romance of Romeo and Juliet isn’t the only thing that makes Verona romantic. The stunning architecture, cozy cobblestone streets and wide variety of great restaurants for a candlelight dinner for two is what makes this place even more romantic. A perfect destination for one final vacation just as a party of two.

Where to stay: The hustle and bustle of the city might be overwhelming for some pregnant travelers so Corte San Mattia is a beautiful farmstay located just a short drive from Verona's historic city center. Guests can enjoy beautiful views of the city and the surrounding countryside, and it is a perfect place to stay to totally unwind together.

Phi Phi Islands, Thailand

When taking a vacation while pregnant, you only want to do one thing: nothing. And what better place to do nothing than on an island. Booking.com insights shows that travelers have endorsed Phi Phi Islands as one of the top destinations for an island vacation. This picturesque paradise destination is surrounded by white sanded beaches, turquoise waters and palm trees, giving travelers the ultimate tropical getaway experience and making it perfect to spend an incredible babymoon with your partner and to reset yourself to start life as a family fully relaxed.

Where to stay: Zeavola Resort is an amazing stay for a babymoon together and to totally unwind. The property features wooden suites that are designed like island houses and are surrounded by tropical plants. For some daytime activities, guests don’t need to go far as guests can spend their days at the property’s private beach area, drink fresh coconut juice at the outdoor pool area or have some me-time at the spa. Some tasty, local Thai cuisine can also be enjoyed at the property restaurant.

With a mission to make it easier for everyone to experience the world, Booking.com is sharing Getaway Deals for travelers to use when booking their spring and summer 2021 getaways, as it becomes safe to do so. Discounts start at 15 percent and are valid for stays until September 30 2021. In addition, Booking.com is bringing the great value of its Genius program to even more customers by giving all account holders access to the program’s Level 1 benefits, with no minimum number of previous bookings to qualify, including access to exclusive 10% discounts at hundreds of thousands of participating properties around the world. All travelers have to do is download the Booking.com app, log in and look for the Genius logo to identify associated benefits, discounts and perks.

*Research commissioned by Booking.com and independently conducted among a sample of 47,728 respondents across 28 markets (1,997 from USA, 1,987 from Canada, 1,999 from Mexico, 2,003 from Colombia, 1,996 from Brazil, 2,002 from Argentina, 1,994 from Australia, 985 from New Zealand, 1,993 from Spain, 1,993 from Italy, 1,993 from France, 1,984 from UK, 1,989 from Germany, 1,977 from Netherlands, 983 from Denmark, 986 from Sweden, 998 from Croatia, 1,997 from Russia, 999 from Israel, 1,997 from India, 1,992 from China, 991 from Hong Kong, 1,991 from Thailand, 1,977 from Singapore, 998 from Taiwan, 953 from Vietnam, 1,990 from South Korea, 1,987 from Japan). In order to participate in this survey, respondents had to be 18 years of age or older, had to have traveled at least once in the past 12 months and be either the primary decision maker or involved in the decision making of their travel. The survey was taken online and took place in November 2020.

**Based on endorsements for Relaxation, Sun Bathing, Beaches, Islands, Romantic, and Sunsets left on Booking.com as part of post-stay reviews