In your opinion, what makes the ideal vacation for a couple? Some couples yearn for a quiet getaway on a tropical beach, while others yearn for a thrilling experience in a bustling metropolis. Our collection of romantic spots phrazle in the US and abroad has something for every type of traveler.
Listed below are fifty of the world’s most romantic getaways, from Colorado ski resorts to the wildlife-rich Galápagos Islands to the rolling hills of Tuscany.
Scotland
Taking a stroll through this picturesque area will allow you to soak in the scenery and learn about its rich history as you pass through rolling hills and sheep farms. Take a walk up Arthur’s Seat for fantastic vistas, explore Edinburgh’s Old Town for charming buildings and entertaining museums (including the Writers’ Museum), and watch street performers along the Royal Mile. Gleneagles Hotel is located on an 850-acre estate and has its own train station; visitors might also consider stopping at a whiskey distillery for a taste (Highland Park or Old Pulteney are good options).
Virgin Islands, British
Spend some time in the sun and warmth of the British Virgin Islands. Cane Garden Bay Beach and Smuggler’s Cove Beach are two of the best places to swim and sunbathe without a lot of other people around. Spring Bay is a great spot for swimming and snorkeling, and you can reach the island of Anegada by boat. To the east of Tortola is the 230-acre Scrub Island, home to the resort’s spa and marina. There are two private beaches, a spa, many dining options, and a marina with 55 slips, in addition to the 52 guest rooms and two-, three-, four-, and six-bedroom villas.
Mexico’s Zihuatanejo
Those interested in snorkeling could head to Playa La Ropa or Playa Blanca, two of the most beautiful beaches in Acapulco, a tourist city on Mexico’s Pacific coast. It also boasts a charming downtown area with winding streets lined with art galleries and restaurants, such as La Cucaracha Gallery, Suazo Art Gallery, and Artemayren Studio y Galera for local artwork and Rufos Grill, Restaurante Las Adelitas, and Restaurantes Mexicanos Any for local cuisine. La Casa Que Canta, featured in the film “When a Man Loves a Woman,” is the perfect place to stay for a romantic getaway. Terraced terracotta villas with private suites are built into the terrain.
City of Palm Springs, California
The warm desert air, golf courses, gondola rides, and trails in Palm Springs make it feel like you’re far from home without the hassle of planning a long trip. Visit the top of Chino Canyon, a 2.5-mile round-trip, on the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, the world’s largest spinning tram car. Together, you can unwind with desert-themed treatments at Estrella Spa or Azure Spa Palm Springs.
WA’s Whidbey Island
The breathtaking natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest may be seen on this island just a short trip from Seattle. Hotel options include the Inn at Langley, a modern inn with a hot tub and a view of the Saratoga Passage. At the appropriate time of year, you may be able to spot gray whales while strolling through town or hiking along the coastal bluffs.
