A romantic getaway can be a chance to escape from the stresses of everyday life whilst spending more time together as a couple. It could be a celebration of a special event such as an anniversary or a honeymoon, or it could be completely spontaneous. Whatever the case, here are 10 ideas that could be perfect for your next romantic getaway.
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Visit A Famously Romantic City
Cities such as Paris and Venice have a long history of being romantic destinations. Here you’ll find plenty of attractions catered to couples along with the perfect ambience. In the case of Paris, there’s the Temple of Love, the Eiffel Tower and an endless supply of fine dining opportunities. In the case of Venice, there are the gondolas and Teatro la Fenice (Verona is also a short coach trip away – the city where Romeo and Juliet was infamously set). If you both traditionalists when it comes to romance, this could make for the perfect break. Other romantic cities around the world include Florence, Kyoto, Manila, New York and Buenos Aires.
Book A Beach Getaway
If the hustle and bustle of a city isn’t for you, then a beach holiday could make for a more relaxing getaway. The UK has not shortage of beaches to choose from if you’re looking for a relatively cheap staycation. Alternatively, you could look for somewhere further afield for guaranteed hot weather and white sands. The likes of Bali, The Maldives and The Caribbean are popular honeymoon destinations – here you’ll stunning blue sea and pristine beaches. Going out of season and off the beaten track can be worthwhile if you’re looking for a secluded beach setting.
Stay At An Adults-Only Hotel
Adults-only hotels can be found all around the world and are great accommodation options for couples. Such hotels may come with romantic restaurants and hot tubs that are perfect for lovebirds. They’re particularly popular amongst parents looking for a break away from the kids (and other people’s kids). Sites such as H10 Hotels offer a great selection of these hotels to peruse through. Quite often It’s possible to refine your search options by certain ‘must-have’ criteria. So if hot tubs are high on your priority list you can easily find the perfect hotel for you. Not only does this save you time looking through the thousands of hotels available to you, but you can even find some hidden gems that you might not have considered otherwise. Leaving time to enjoy your planning, and special time together. This is certainly worth thinking about, especially if time away together doesn’t happen often.
Consider A Cruise
A cruise could be the perfect romantic holiday option. Cruises allow you to explore various destinations in one trip whilst being able to stay in the same room each night. Many come with a variety of restaurants and bars as well as luxury entertainment. You can also head up to the deck and take in the views of the sea (it could also be a perfect opportunity to re-enact that famous Titanic scene). Companies such as Bolsover Cruise Club have more information on some of the luxury cruises out there. Adults-only and even couples-only cruises do exist.
Take A Luxury Train Ride
A luxury train ride could be another option to consider. Such trains include private cabins with beds and restaurants on board. Like a cruise, they stop off at multiple destinations, but you only ever have to unpack once. The Luxury Train Club lists some of the trains found across the world. Such trains tend to have limited spaces and are expensive but could be worth booking ahead for a special romantic occasion.
Go Glamping
A camping trip could be perfect for snuggling up together under the stars. It can also allow the pair of you to disconnect from technology and focus on one another. Of course, for many people traditional camping isn’t always relaxing – which is where glamping comes in. Many campsites have started offering glamping as a more luxurious experience. Not only is your tent already set up for you, but it may come with other amenities such as lighting, heating and even plug sockets. This could allow you to enjoy the intimacy of camping without the ruggedness.
Try A Wine Tour
Wine tours are popular amongst couples. Go to any wine region around the world and you’ll find plenty of organised tours that allow you to visit nearby vineyards and try the local wines. This could be a great break to fit over a weekend. You may even be able to stay at a winery – many French wine-producing chateaus have accommodation with restaurants that could be perfect for a romantic getaway.
Stay At A Spa Hotel
Spa hotels are specifically designed to help guests relax. If the two of you have been stressed out recently with work or kids or other commitments, a spa hotel could be the perfect retreat. Spa facilities at the hotels may include massage rooms, saunas, steam rooms, a swimming pool and hot tubs. There are spa hotels all across the UK which you can search for at sites such as SpaSeekers. Alternatively, you could head abroad and combine spa facilities with exotic settings such as the tropics of India or the Alpine peaks of Switzerland.
Climb A Mountain Together
If you’re the type of couple that likes to do active things together, why not take up the joint challenge of climbing a mountain? Kilimanjaro is a popular mountain tackled by couples – this African peak typically takes five to nine days to complete and is certain to get you bonding. If this sounds a little extreme, there are tamer mountains that you can try in the UK such as Ben Nevis or Snowdon.
Plan A Surprise Getaway
To add to the thrill, why not consider making your trip a surprise? Not just for one of you – but for both of you. There are a number of sites such as Mystery Break that will book a surprise destination for you, not revealing your destination until you get to the airport. You simply enter the dates you’d like to travel, your budget and few other necessary pieces of information, and the sites find a random destination for you. This could force you to be spontaneous if you’re the type of couple that usually likes to plan everything and could help to make it a real adventure. Just make sure to pack for all weathers!
