Just because Valentine’s Day has already passed doesn’t mean that you can’t keep the romance alive for the rest of the year! Avanti Destinations curated a full list of its most romantic destinations of the year to spark your next romantic getaway.
Romance travelers can enjoy destinations known for gastronomic delights as well as places offering some of the best beach getaways on earth and others known for their incredible natural scenery.
Gastronomic Delights
What’s more romantic than sipping a locally produced glass of wine while eating a delicious meal with your loved one?
The Loire Valley is one of these gastronomic capitals, perfect for a romantic escape with chateaux, vineyards and delicious French fare. Plus, it’s only two hours south of Paris by train, making it a great day or weekend trip away from the city.
Another gastronomic capital known for its wine is the scenic Douro Valley in Portugal. Here, lovers can take a leisurely cruise along the river, or take a land trip to visit the family-owned vineyards, enjoy wine tastings and make more memories with each other in the sunny region.
Natural Wonders
Some lovers can’t get enough of nature, and these destinations offer plenty of it, whether it be high-adrenaline adventure activities or something as leisurely as birdwatching with your significant other.
Tenerife, an island in the Spanish Canary Island chain, offers incredible hiking opportunities, complete with a volcano, as well as some of the best star-gazing and whale-watching experiences around.
Leaving the city behind is an important part of reconnection, and it’s in the Swiss countryside that lovers can enjoy rekindling their love in one of the most spectacular places on Earth. Travelers can enjoy a scenic train ride from St. Moritz to Zermatt, visiting glaciers and dreamy valleys along the way.
Beaching It in Bliss
Let’s face it: we could all just use a break sometimes. Couples wanting to reconnect and relax should consider taking a beach vacation.
Belize is an incredible Central American destination, home to some incredible tropical beaches. From Belize City to Placencia, the country offers a wide range of small family-owned hotels to larger resorts, with something for every couple, whether they be sharing their honeymoon or their fortieth anniversary.
Koh Samui, Thailand is known as the ‘Land of Smiles,’ making it a great choice for lovers with a passion for life. Luxury resorts abound in Koh Samui, which offers incredible waters and plentiful opportunities to relax, rejuvenate and create new memories with your lover.
Curious to learn more about Avanti’s most romantic destinations of the year? Visit Avanti Destinations’ website!
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