Taking a vacation together can be a fantastic boost for any relationship. Whether it’s a romantic escape you want or you’re planning your next big adventure together, here are some of the ultimate getaway experiences for couples.
Slow Travel & Intentional Escapism
Increasingly couples are choosing to visit fewer destinations overall, and instead opting to stay longer in one location.
For many, this trend towards slower and more intentional travel is the antidote for their often fast-paced, frenetic lives, and a way to combat stress and prevent burnout. It may also be stemming from a desire for deeper and more meaningful connections, allowing us to step away from our screens and focus on the here and now.
By immersing yourself in local life rather than rushing through the tourist highlights of your chosen vacation spot, you get to experience a place as a local would. Focus your search on lesser-known regions and small towns just outside more popular vacation spots. To make your stay extra special you could also time your trip to coincide with a local festival or seasonal event.
Adventure & Immersive Experiences
Thrill-seekers looking for adventure getaways should look for vacation spots that offer a wide-variety of activities, such as hiking, kayaking and stargazing. Unique accommodation options like luxury treehouses, rustic cabins, and glamping pods will make your getaway even more immersive.
Some of the top U.S. destinations for adventure-loving couples seeking something off the beaten path include:
- Exploring the Great Smoky Mountains
- Riding the Gauley River rapids in West Virginia
- Visiting one of the 63 U.S. national parks.
- Joining the Register’s Annual Great Bicycle Ride across Iowa.
Alternatively, combine adventure with luxury and take to the water by renting a yacht for charter and sailing along one of America’s many stunning coastlines such as Penobscot Bay in Maine, Chesapeake Bay or the Florida Keys.
Wellness, Rest & Reconnection
For some couples, a vacation for two isn’t about things to see and do, but a chance to rest, reconnect and reset.
In recent years there’s been a growing demand for wellness retreats, spa escapes and vacation spots that are aimed at improving guests’ physical and mental health.
Many of these now cater for couples specifically, offering luxurious hideaways where you can spend quality time together, share new experiences and access services such as life coaching and couples counselling, all within beautiful surroundings.
Luxury & Bespoke Romantic Escapes
If it’s high-end luxury you’re looking for, head to Aspen Colorado – this winter playground for the rich and famous with its upscale boutiques and chic restaurants is ideal for a luxurious couples getaway year-round.
For quaint, coastal charm, you could hole up on the coast in Cape Cod, Massachusetts, or experience some old-world romance in Charleston, South Carolina with its historic architecture and Southern charm.
While it’s perfectly possible to plan a couples getaway on a budget, it’s worth splurging if you’re celebrating a special occasion, like a honeymoon or anniversary.
