Galicia in particular and Northern Spain in general have long been considered to be a hidden jewel in the entire Spanish tourist industry. The climate is much milder than in the southern Iberian Peninsula and all of the autonomous regions in Northern Spain can provide all of the necessary ingredients that can make up a successful honeymoon.

Intriguingly, in just a distance of only two hundred and fifty-eight miles, you can encounter three different languages: Spanish (referred to as Castilian in Spain) which is spoken most everywhere, Euskera, which is unique to the Basque Country, and Gallego, which is common in the province of Galicia.

Santander, the capital of Cantabria, is a major port, with regular ferry crossings to the United Kingdom. Its lively nightlife centres around the Calle Santa Lucía, and in the day visitors can enjoy the beach at El Sardinero, which is popular with surfers. South- west of the town are the Altamira Caves, containing prehistoric paintings believed to be 14,000 years old.

Santiago de Compostela, the capital of Galicia, is a beautifully preserved medieval cathedral town and the third holiest town in Christendom (after Jerusalem and Rome). In 1993 the entire city was made a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and in 2000 it was the European City of Culture. It is home to the famous Santiago de Compostela University, which was founded in 1501, the large student population providing the town with a youthful vibrancy.

Oviedo is the capital of Asturias, a region of natural beauty, with mountains, lakes and valleys. The town itself boasts several fine pre-Romanesque buildings and an elaborate gothic cathedral, the 'Basilica del Salvador

Pamplona, capital of Navarre, is perhaps best known for its festival, 'San Fermines', which runs from 5th to 16th July. Apart from the non-stop partying, the 'highlight' is when bulls are left to charge around the old town, whilst the brave (or foolish!) crowds run in front.

San Sebastían is a relaxed resort town popular with Spanish holidaymakers. It has a stunning beach, 'La Concha', beautiful views of which can be seen from Monte Urgull and Monte Igueldo. The nightlife in San Sebastían is good and goes on well into the morning.

The weather is temperate in northern Spain, often changing little during summer and winter, and rain is common year round. The autonomous region of Galicia in Spain’s northwest and the areas along Spain’s northern coast beside the Bay of Biscay receive the most rain and are the wettest areas in Spain. In the Autumn and winter Galicia can receive up to twice as much rain as the national monthly averages, which can mean up to 148 mm of rain in one month.

Booking a honeymoon to Norhern Spain may not be as simple as your standard package holiday, indeed to gain the full experience of the area it would be best to hire a car and stay a night or two in several of the areas mentioned above the researching the areas you wish to visit is all part of the adventure, and if you are not too bogged down with all your other Wedding plans this could be a fun project for you and your intended. It is possible to keep it simple, so how much detail you wish to put into this particular honeymoon can be as individual as you want.