Honeymoon Sweet Three destinations with lots of room for newlywed adventures By Adrienne Jordan
Switzerland The world, it seems, brims with holiday possibilities for LGBT newlyweds. Honeymoons in North America, Africa and Europe can be tailored to fit the diverse personalities of gay couples.
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s cenic rail tour through the small country of Switzerland makes for a romantic spring or fall honeymoon. You and your new spouse can admire majestic mountains, dairy farms and quaint villages as you pass from one town to the next on high-speed
trains. The first stop could be to the French-speaking Montreaux. There are more than 200 wineries in the region and many offer tastings. At Les Tournelles, the 850-year-old chateau is decorated with chests from the Middle Ages, armour and other relics. From Montreaux, head to the capital city of Bern for a night or two. Bern’s medieval city centre, the picturesque Old Town, dates back to 1191. Stroll the streets to admire the historic Rathaus, painted fountains and 18th-century guildhalls. Next on your list would be Zurich, the larg-
est city in Switzerland with a population of 400,000. Some of its more exciting attractions include the Beyer Clock and Watch Museum, the Stadhlhuferplat (a quiet square for relaxing and taking in views of Lake Zurich) and the Burkiplatz (which hosts a flower and produce market on Tuesday and Friday mornings). Party at The Barfusser, which opened in 1956 and is believed to be one of the oldest gay bars in Europe. For something more modern, try the new Heaven nightclub next door.
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