Love in the Air: A 9-Day Honeymoon Itinerary

1. Day 1: Venice Beach Boardwalk
   20 minutes (7.3 miles) from LAX airport

   Take a stroll on the colorful boardwalk and watch street performers with an ocean view.

2. Day 2: Universal Studios Hollywood
   30 minutes (10 miles) from Venice Beach Boardwalk

   Experience the magic of movie-making through thrilling rides and tour iconic sets.

3. Day 3: Disneyland Park
   50 minutes (30 miles) from Universal Studios Hollywood

   Enter a world of imagination, adventure and magic where you can be a kid at heart.

4. Day 4: The Huntington Library, Art Collections, and Botanical Gardens
   20 minutes (10 miles) from Disneyland Park

   Admire art treasures and stroll through stunning botanical gardens in this cultural oasis.

5. Day 5: Hollywood Walk of Fame
   30 minutes (12 miles) from The Huntington Library

   Experience the glitz and glamour of Hollywood on this popular sidewalk of stars.

6. Day 6: Griffith Observatory
   20 minutes (5.5 miles) from Hollywood Walk of Fame

   Get a stunning panoramic view of the city and explore the wonders of space and science.

7. Day 7: Santa Barbara Wine Country
   2 hours (100 miles) from Griffith Observatory

   Taste some of California's best wine and enjoy romantic vineyard views. Transportation and lunch included.

8. Day 8: Whale Watching in Newport Beach
   2 hours (106 miles) from Santa Barbara Wine Country

   Witness the beauty and power of marine life with a thrilling whale watching tour.

9. Day 9: Catalina Island
   40 minutes (22 miles) from Newport Beach

   Take a ferry to the alluring island for a relaxing day of beaches and outdoor adventures.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Venice Beach Boardwalk (2-3 hours, free)
• Universal Studios Hollywood (5-8 hours, $109-$139/person for single-day pass)
• Disneyland Park (6-8 hours, $104-$154/person for single-day park hopper ticket)
• The Huntington Library (3-5 hours, $25/person admission fee)
• Hollywood Walk of Fame (1-2 hours, free)
• Griffith Observatory (2-3 hours, free)
• Santa Barbara Wine Country Tour (6-8 hours, $125-$150/person)
• Whale Watching in Newport Beach (2-2.5 hours, $36-$60/person)
• Catalina Island (4-6 hours, $75-$85/person round-trip ferry ticket)

Total Estimated Costs: $500-$700/person (excluding accommodation, meals and transportation)

Useful Tips

To add more days, consider visiting nearby attractions such as Legoland, San Diego Zoo, or Joshua Tree National Park. If you have less time, skip Santa Barbara Wine Country and/or Newport Beach whale watching tour for more flexible options. Remember to check the opening and closing times of all the places to avoid disappointment in the planning of your trip.