As travel demands continue to evolve, couples are opting for indulgent accommodations and ‘shoulder season’ getaways to embrace destinations with redefined luxury, a slower pace, fewer crowds and better reservations.
Falling during the off-season in many sought-after locales or serving as a timely holiday to explore unique experiences with your partner, Valentine’s Day presents the perfect opportunity to escape for a romantic retreat.
Ranging from adventures in the desert and unique culinary experiences in Mexico to spa treatments in Florida and quick getaways to top Southern cities, these destinations offer a portfolio of experiences perfectly suited to celebrate love as couples travel for the holiday.
Timeless adventure: Discover unparalleled romance with your partner. Tucked away in the heart of the Sonoran Desert, embrace authentic cowboy culture at the historic Rancho de los Caballeros, with horseback rides through the desert followed by restorative yoga sessions or a couples massage. Trade the desert for island life at Andaz Maui where couples are invited to embark on a journey of Hawaiian tradition, from outrigger canoeing to ukulele lessons, hula dances, coconut leaf weaving, poke cooking classes and more. One island over, couples can ascend over the scenic Big Island in a private helicopter charter or uncover the island’s natural wildlife on Alaka’i Nalu led snorkeling excursions from Four Seasons Resort Hualālai.
Culinary reverie: For an unforgettable evening of indulgence, The Adolphus invites pairs for a five-course evening menu at The French Room, a perfect backdrop for romantic occasions with its opulent, Victorian-inspired dining room. With exceptional dining that stands as a destination in itself, experience an unrivaled intimate setting at Four Seasons Resort Los Cabos at Costa Palmas, home to the smallest restaurant in Baja. Zest, a single-table culinary escape, is beautifully camouflaged in a secluded garden. Perfect for a romantic dinner, the setting is complemented by a personalized chef’s tasting menu prepared using the freshest local, organic ingredients.
Harmonious retreats: For an enriched connection, Pallavi Luxury Spa at Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach welcomes pairs to its couples retreats followed by a tranquility ritual or private sunset cruise. Realign with your partner at the renowned Miraval Life in Balance Spa at Park Hyatt Aviara, offering a sanctuary of holistic treatments, fitness classes, spiritual practices and more. Refresh and reset at St. Regis Punta Mita’s spiritual Temzacal ceremony, a traditional ritual to cleanse the mind, body and spirit, followed by a soothing couples massage at the refined resort spa.
Two-day getaways: Enjoy swift travel and romantic charm at destinations perfect for a quick getaway. In the heart of Charleston’s historic district, The Mills House welcomes couples with its Southern Sweethearts package, including an on-arrival champagne toast, in-room florals and $75 dining credit to enjoy at its signature restaurant, Iron Rose. Meanwhile, in Austin, the Thompson + tommie duo hotels invite couples into the city’s vibrant entertainment scene. Pairs are met with luxurious accommodations and romantic rooftop dining set to panoramic views of the city skyline at Arriba Abajo Rooftop Cantina. Conclude the evening with a show at Antone’s, a legendary venue celebrated as the ‘home of the blues,’ only steps away from the hotel. With a distinct style that captures the spirit of Music City, Thompson Nashville sets the perfect foundation for a romantic retreat with its Shop, Sleep Repeat package, complete with discounts to local shops and restaurants, complementary valet service and 20% off rooms.
