5 Destinations That Should Be on Every Adventurous Couple’s Bucket List
Koh Lanta, Thailand
If you and your sweetheart have been stressed out and need to unwind, a trip to the gorgeous islands of Thailand will certainly do the trick. There are many different islands in Thailand, some filled with drunken partying backpackers, others delightfully remote and peaceful — but Koh Lanta is a great balance.
It’s quiet and laid-back enough to be romantic, so you won’t be kept up by the booming music of parties on the beach. But there are also plenty of things to do, places to eat and choices for accommodation.
Plus, you’ll get great value for your money here. For the price of a budget motel back home you can treat yourself to a private bungalow on the beach with a pool.
Hire a moped and go explore some of the more secluded beaches, take a hike to a waterfall, or go on a boat tour and spend the day kayaking and snorkeling around the limestone rock formations. Here are a few more unforgettable things to do in Koh Lanta.
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The Algarve, Portugal
The Algarve region of Portugal is another fabulously romantic spot to travel with your sweetheart. You can dine on flavorful fresh fish or piri piri chicken, stroll down narrow, winding cobblestone streets, explore crumbling Roman ruins, or take a boat cruise along the rugged shoreline to discover the dramatic cliffs and hidden coves.
This list of top things to see and do in the Algarve will give you more ideas.
You’ll see a glimpse into a simpler way of life — seasonal produce picked fresh on the farm and prepared, fresh oranges and olives sold in the markets, locals wading into the Atlantic at low tide to find barnacles and cockles.
There are many gorgeous resorts and small authentic guesthouses where you will be welcomed with warm hospitality.
