What are the most romantic places in the world? Alright, the answer to that question is always going to be somewhat subjective, but there’s no denying that these 8 destinations belong somewhere on your list
There is a misnomer that life’s most cherished moments, the romance, the passion, the sheer joy can only be found through spontaneity and abandon. Sitting around the house, a trip down pub, or a stroll through the local park isn’t going to pluck too many heart strings, but he reality is that there are places in the world that foster this kind of feelings, that are more contagious than that winter flu that’s going ’round. Does your partner claims to be romance-resistant? The places on this list will break done their so-called resistance in no time at all.
Romance in the canals of Venice: The Bridge of Sighs (of contentment)
Traverse the canals of Venice in a gondola – stop under the Bridge and Sighs and take a deep breath … Conclusion: Venice is simply put – achingly beautiful, a twilight stroll through the streets is sure to melt even the most reticent of hearts.
The gentle ebb and swell of the water are potent when it comes to creating the good feelings. Almost to the point where they’re too much! You can stay at NH Laguna Palace for £84 per night
Romantic City Trip to Vienna: Like William and Kate but cheaper
Are you or your partner the kind of person who loves antiquity and pomp and feeling spoilt? Then you’re probably going to get butterflies as you take on Vienna in a horse-drawn carriage. Over the course of two hours, the open two-wheeler will take you through the streets of one of the most majestical cities in the world. With no WLAN to distract and a backdrop of palatial buildings, the only thing you have to worry about is not spilling the champagne!
We can assure you, Vienna is the place to feel royally romantic. For real! And where should one spend the night in Vienna? How about a 4-star hotel Austria Trend Parkhotel Schönbrunn starting at £56 per night with an excellent rating?
Did you know that you can filter KAYAK Explore also by romantic destinations? Enter your airport, when you want to travel and your flight budget and select ‘Romantic Escapes‘ on the right-hand side of the page. The only thing left to do is decide which of the amazing destinations you’re actually gonna choose.
City of love and romance: Paris
Love-Locks are now strictly forbidden in Paris, pfft, I’m sure you’re law abiding citizens you have no interest in this silly tradition anyway. The good thing is that with the locks gone people are again remembering how beautiful the bridges of Paris actually are.
Number one on the list has to be the Pont Neuf; famous for good reason. It’ll most likely be crowded, but as you take your time to view the panorama, coming to a stand still, hand in hands, whispering sweet nothings, it’ll feel like you’re the only two people left in the world. Looking for romantic accommodation in Paris? The Nomad Hotel Roissy Cdg starting at £58 per night with an excellent rating can be your choice. Oi! Still in need of a Valentine’s gift for your sweetheart? Have you got an anniversary coming up? Are you in the doghouse and need an easy way out? Book flights. These days booking a flight can actually cost less than a fancy bouquet!
Romantic destination Rome: Slalom around columns
Rome + Romantic = Romeantic. Think Audrey Hepburn and Gregory Peck in ‘Roman Holiday’, hire a scooter, which you can drop off at different locations throughout the city, and put-put along the Via Veneto towards the Trevi Fountain. A quick change of film here and you’re going to be tempted to enter the fountain fully clothed a la ‘La Dolce Vita’ but throwing in a few coins will suffice. A quick shot of espresso at the bar of the Café Greco just to say you did it and then onwards to Bocca de la Veritá. Here you can return to ‘Roman Holiday’ and recreate the famous scene where Gregory Peck daringly places his hand in the Mouth of Truth to test his honesty…..
Luckily, if the test doesn’t go your way you only need one hand to hail a taxi………
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Amorous in Agra: Flaunting your love in the face of Death
The Great Emperor Shah Jahan couldn’t let go. As an everlasting memorial to his lost love, gone far too soon, he had a monumental tomb built – the Taj Mahal, a gargantuan building of unprecedented beauty.
No wonder the titanic marble monument has long been a place of pilgrimage for Indian lovers who flock here to swear eternal fidelity. So get yourself to Agra and prove that death is no obstacle when it comes to your ever-enduring love!
- 1st – 14th May: Flights from Birmingham starting at £386
- 7th – 17th March: Flights from London starting at £444
Rhythmic Romance: Romantic in Buenos Aires
Do the two of you march to the same rhythm? Why don’t you test yourselves in Buenos Aires: the birthplace of tango.
Tango is considered by many to be the closest, the most intense, indeed, the most erotic dance in the world and moving in tandem with your partner is sure to make your hearts beat as one (probably at quite an accelerated speed considering how steamy tango is).
Where better to learn the dance of love than at its origin?
- 21st March – 6th April: Flights from Manchester starting at £600
- 2nd – 31st May: Flights from London starting at £619
Dubrovnik: Romantic views and winding streets
The fine animators of Disney Studios could not have put a more beautiful place on paper: Dubrovnik is so picturesque that it’s hard to believe that it’s real! The Croatian harbour town, formerly known as Ragusa, is ringed by a towering, defiant stone wall, whose ramparts provide phenomenal views of the city, sea and mountains. So beautiful in fact that they will give the person you’re there with a run for their money.
In addition, the city is basically one big lovers’ lane with many a crook in which to steal a kiss!
What happens in Vegas…………
Look, if you’re going to be wildly spontaneous and get really crazy stupid in love, then you’ve got to get married in a Las Vegas wedding chapel on a whirlwind weekend in Sin City. No groomsmen, no bridesmaids, and no parents, what a shame ;-). Just the two of you (and if you’re lucky, a drunk Elvis impersonator).
After exchanging rings and removing the rice from your collar, you can go and lose the down payment on your house in Caesar’s Palace!
- 1st – 15th March: Flights from Manchester starting at £366
- 27th March – 11th April: Flights from Newcastle upon Tyne starting at £380
The Grand Canyon: A love as old as time itself
The Grand Canyon has existed for millions of years and will continue to exist long after the two of you have been there. Vast, indestructible and eternal – at once sobering and exhilarating. No one can predict the future but to share this experience with someone else will leave an unwavering memory no matter what’s to come.
In fact, this ravine, carved over centuries by the Colorado River, is the perfect place to symbolically throw your worries away and enjoy the fact that on the whole wide earth the two of you are here, together, now.
- 3rd – 11th April: Flights from London to Phoenix starting at £579
- 19th – 6th May: Flights from Manchester to Grand Canyon Village starting at £690
- 23rd March – 6th April: Flights from London to Las Vegas starting at £588
- Hire a car from Las Vegas airport starting at £16 a day
Note: These rates are based on search queries made on KAYAK.co.uk on February 14th, 2017. The prices are quoted in GBP. Flight prices are based on results for a return economy flight search. Hotel prices are for double occupancy and include taxes and fees. Prices are subject to change, may vary, or no longer be available.
